Head to head
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus vs Bluetti AC70
On long-run value, the AC70 wins at $0.15 per lifetime kWh versus $0.33. For raw power, the AC70 leads with 1,000 W continuous and 2,000 W surge. The AC70 carries more energy (768 vs 286 Wh), and AC70 recharges faster from solar (500 W input cap). Run your own appliances through the Load Builder to see which one fits your load.
| RIVER 3 Plus | AC70 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $279 ★ best | $349 |
| Lifetime $/kWh | $0.33 | $0.15 ★ best |
| Capacity | 286 Wh | 768 Wh ★ best |
| AC output | 600 W | 1,000 W ★ best |
| Surge | 1,200 W | 2,000 W ★ best |
| Max solar input | 220 W | 500 W ★ best |
| UPS switchover | 10 ms ★ best | 20 ms |
| Rated cycles | 3,000 | 3,000 |
| CPAP nights | ~0.8 | ~2.0 ★ best |

