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expiredMeowssi | Staff posted Aug 27, 2024 03:44 PM

256Wh EcoFlow RIVER 2 Portable LFP Power Station (Refurbished)

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EcoFlow Official Store via eBay has 256Wh EcoFlow RIVER 2 Portable LFP Power Station (Certified Refurbished, ZMR600-US) on sale for $109 when you apply coupon code LABORDAYOFF at checkout. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Hunter Meowssi for finding this deal.

Features:
  • 256Wh capacity
  • LiFePO4 battery
  • LFP cell
  • Fast charge to 100% in 1 hr
  • 2 AC outlets, 1 USB-C port, 2 USB-A ports, 1 car outlet
  • 110W solar input
  • 120V 50Hz/60Hz, 300W (Surge 600W) AC Output
  • 7.7lbs

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  • This price is $10 lower than the previous Front Page deal.
  • EcoFlow offers free 30-day returns.
  • This item has a 2-year warranty serviced by Allstate.
  • Certified Refurbished products function and look like-new.
  • Certified by manufacturer: Professionally inspected, cleaned and refurbished by the manufacturer or a manufacturer-approved vendor.
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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EcoFlow Official Store via eBay has 256Wh EcoFlow RIVER 2 Portable LFP Power Station (Certified Refurbished, ZMR600-US) on sale for $109 when you apply coupon code LABORDAYOFF at checkout. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Hunter Meowssi for finding this deal.

Features:
  • 256Wh capacity
  • LiFePO4 battery
  • LFP cell
  • Fast charge to 100% in 1 hr
  • 2 AC outlets, 1 USB-C port, 2 USB-A ports, 1 car outlet
  • 110W solar input
  • 120V 50Hz/60Hz, 300W (Surge 600W) AC Output
  • 7.7lbs

Editor's Notes

Written by RazorConcepts
  • This price is $10 lower than the previous Front Page deal.
  • EcoFlow offers free 30-day returns.
  • This item has a 2-year warranty serviced by Allstate.
  • Certified Refurbished products function and look like-new.
  • Certified by manufacturer: Professionally inspected, cleaned and refurbished by the manufacturer or a manufacturer-approved vendor.
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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thewams
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Beware, beware, beware ANTYHING refurbished from Ecoflow. They have notoriously bad refurbishment and QC processes and you really roll the dice if you go this route.
zaeoken
680 Posts
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Too big for a power bank. Too small for battery generator in a what if scenario. Make sure you know what your use case are before buying.
CoolChicken498
62 Posts
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The switchover time is 30ms which is pretty slow for UPS. It might be fine depending how much much holdup time the switch PSU has. A UPS should really be 15ms or faster.

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Aug 27, 2024 05:11 PM
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zaeokenAug 27, 2024 05:11 PM
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Too big for a power bank. Too small for battery generator in a what if scenario. Make sure you know what your use case are before buying.
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Aug 27, 2024 05:46 PM
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sr_dealAug 27, 2024 05:46 PM
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So is it official that ecoflow does not provide the 5 year warranty on their certified refurbished units anymore ??
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Aug 27, 2024 06:06 PM
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timpAug 27, 2024 06:06 PM
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Thanks for the post. I need a backup battery for my router and PoE access points. Purchased a traditional 1350VA UPS for $109 from Costco, but I'm thinking this would be a better option at the same price. Would appreciate any thoughts or suggestions.
Aug 27, 2024 06:23 PM
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thewamsAug 27, 2024 06:23 PM
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Beware, beware, beware ANTYHING refurbished from Ecoflow. They have notoriously bad refurbishment and QC processes and you really roll the dice if you go this route.
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Aug 27, 2024 06:23 PM
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BumblesAug 27, 2024 06:23 PM
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Considering for an "off-grid" shed as a cheaper option than running permanent power but still getting lights and light duty uses like charging 18 or 40V batteries etc.

Then run an extension cord to charge the battery back up whenever a top up is needed.
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Aug 27, 2024 06:23 PM
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leeterbikeAug 27, 2024 06:23 PM
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Quote from zaeoken :
Too big for a power bank. Too small for battery generator in a what if scenario. Make sure you know what your use case are before buying.
I have about 40 watts of outdoor lighting I run after sundown. It's too far to run line, and provides enough power to run the lights. I also have an outdoor grill station that does not have power, I use these to run several fans and a TV. Lasts about 2 hours.
Aug 27, 2024 06:25 PM
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BigTonyTonesAug 27, 2024 06:25 PM
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Does the river 2 series support ups. I got a network switch that I would like to keep powered.
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Aug 27, 2024 06:27 PM
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CoolChicken498Aug 27, 2024 06:27 PM
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Quote from timp :
Thanks for the post. I need a backup battery for my router and PoE access points. Purchased a traditional 1350VA UPS for $109 from Costco, but I'm thinking this would be a better option at the same price. Would appreciate any thoughts or suggestions.
I guess my reply question would be what's the watt hours on the UPS. One thing that makes LFP batteries attractive is not having to replace the lead acid battery every 3-4 years. LFP batteries should be good for 10+ years if it's any good.
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Aug 27, 2024 06:29 PM
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bigplAug 27, 2024 06:29 PM
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Quote from timp :
Thanks for the post. I need a backup battery for my router and PoE access points. Purchased a traditional 1350VA UPS for $109 from Costco, but I'm thinking this would be a better option at the same price. Would appreciate any thoughts or suggestions.
Most UPS guarantee <15ms transfer time whereas the river2 is rated for 30ms. I would expect it to be fine, but this will also likely have higher idle power consumption on pass through compared to a traditional UPS.
https://blog.ecoflow.com/us/river...supply-ups
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CoolChicken498Aug 27, 2024 06:37 PM
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Quote from BigTonyTones :
Does the river 2 series support ups. I got a network switch that I would like to keep powered.
The switchover time is 30ms which is pretty slow for UPS. It might be fine depending how much much holdup time the switch PSU has. A UPS should really be 15ms or faster.
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Aug 27, 2024 06:40 PM
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SiennaCheetah2652Aug 27, 2024 06:40 PM
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This Unit has a glitch on the UPS Feature/It will not stay on standby very long.
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Aug 27, 2024 06:40 PM
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abstraxionAug 27, 2024 06:40 PM
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Quote from zaeoken :
Too big for a power bank. Too small for battery generator in a what if scenario. Make sure you know what your use case are before buying.
Perfect for using Starlink for the evening while camping. Perfect for keeping an already-cold 12v fridge cold. Perfect for excellent MPPT solar generation.
Aug 27, 2024 06:41 PM
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abstraxionAug 27, 2024 06:41 PM
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Quote from thewams :
Beware, beware, beware ANTYHING refurbished from Ecoflow. They have notoriously bad refurbishment and QC processes and you really roll the dice if you go this route.
How is getting a two year Allstate/Squaretrade warranty rolling the dice?
Aug 27, 2024 06:45 PM
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timpAug 27, 2024 06:45 PM
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Quote from CoolChicken498 :
I guess my reply question would be what's the watt hours on the UPS. One thing that makes LFP batteries attractive is not having to replace the lead acid battery every 3-4 years. LFP batteries should be good for 10+ years if it's any good.
That was my thought as well. The 1350VA UPS uses two 7ah 12v batteries, so that should be a total of 168Wh. The longer transfer time is not an issue for me; I just don't want to lose internet for hours during our many power outages.
I have no doubt the LiPO4 battery would last longer than a standard lead acid battery (especially with SOC app-capped at 80%) but I'm just not sure about the circuitry in the device. I think traditional UPS devices are pretty bulletproof and built for 24/7 operation. Not sure how an Ecoflow or Bluetti would hold up for that use?

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maxblockmAug 27, 2024 06:52 PM
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Quote from timp :
Thanks for the post. I need a backup battery for my router and PoE access points. Purchased a traditional 1350VA UPS for $109 from Costco, but I'm thinking this would be a better option at the same price. Would appreciate any thoughts or suggestions.
This would work for a PS, but not UPS. They don't have the response time to be Uninterruptible is what I've heard.

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