BigBlue CellPowa 1000vsEcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
Head-to-head comparison of scores, specs, and features.
VS
BigBlue CellPowa 1000
71.7Grade B
Price
$588.99
AC Power
1000W
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
83.9Grade B+
Price
$469.00
AC Power
600W
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Pluswins by12.16points overall.
The Verdict
Overall take
Buy BigBlue CellPowa 1000 if
- Better Ac Power Surge: 2000 vs 1200
- Better Ac Power Continuous: 1000 vs 600
- Better Max Solar Input: 300 vs 220
Buy EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus if
- Better App Control: Yes vs No
- Better Bluetooth: Yes vs No
- Better Expandable Capacity: Yes vs No
Top 3 Key Differences
App Control
Novs Yes
Score: 0 vs 100
Bluetooth
Novs Yes
Score: 0 vs 100
Expandable Capacity
Novs Yes
Score: 0 vs 100
Performance by Category
ChargingTie
BigBlue CellPowa 1000
88.0
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
85.6
AC PowerBigBlue CellPowa 1000 wins
BigBlue CellPowa 1000
71.1
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
61.0
ConnectivityEcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus wins
BigBlue CellPowa 1000
0.0
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
75.0
PriceTie
BigBlue CellPowa 1000
94.2
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
96.9
BatteryEcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus wins
BigBlue CellPowa 1000
43.3
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
71.9
PhysicalEcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus wins
BigBlue CellPowa 1000
86.7
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
100.0
Advanced FeaturesTie
BigBlue CellPowa 1000
66.7
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
66.7
WarrantyTie
BigBlue CellPowa 1000
51.0
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
51.0
Full Technical Specifications
| Feature | BigBlue CellPowa 1000 | EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus |
|---|---|---|
Charging | ||
| Ac Charge Speed | 90 | 60 |
| Charger Type | AC wall adapter (600W), Solar (MPPT, 300W max), Car/DC (12-24V, 120W max) | X-Stream AC (380W), Solar (220W), Car/Alternator (220W, 11-55V) |
| Fast Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Max Solar Input | 300 | 220 |
| Max Solar Panels | 2 | — |
| Pass Through Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Smart Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Solar Connector Type | DC5525 (MC4 adapter cable included) | XT60i |
| Solar Panel Compatibility | 12-30V / 6.2A, up to 300W; compatible with BigBlue SolarPowa series and third-party panels via DC5525-to-MC4 cable | EcoFlow solar panels up to 220W |
AC Power | ||
| Ac Output Amps | 4.35A max | 3 outlets |
| Ac Power Continuous | 1000 | 600 |
| Ac Power Surge | 2000 | 1200 |
| Ac Wave Quality | Pure Sine Wave | Pure Sine Wave |
Connectivity | ||
| App Control | No | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | Yes |
| Wifi Connectivity | No | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | No | No |
Price | ||
| Base Price | 588.99 | 469.00 |
| Bundle Price | 859.99 | 469.00 |
| Cost Per Wh | 0.55 | 0.55 |
| Price Description | No Price Increase or Decrease: (From 588.99 to 588.99) | Sale price $469 (regular $717). Spring Sale 2026. Includes RIVER 3 Plus (286Wh) + EB600 Extra Battery (572Wh) = 858Wh total system. |
Battery | ||
| Battery Capacity Wh | 1075.2 | 858 |
| Battery Lifespan Cycles | 3500 | 3000 |
| Expandable Capacity | No | Yes |
| Extra Battery Capacity | — | 572 |
| Max Extra Batteries | 0 | 1 |
Product Info | ||
| Brand | BigBlue | EcoFlow |
| Model Name | CellPowa 1000 | RIVER 3 Max Plus |
| Product Url | https://bigblue-tech.com/products/cellpowa1000-portable-power-station | https://us.ecoflow.com/products/river-3-max-plus-river-3-plus-extra-battery-600?variant=54335221137481 |
DC Power | ||
| Dc Output | 2x USB-A (18W each, QC3.0), 2x USB-C PD (45W each), 2x USB-C PD (100W each), 2x DC5521 (12V/5A, 60W each), 1x Car Cigarette Lighter (12V/10A, 120W) | — |
Physical | ||
| Dimensions | 34.04 x 22.35 x 26.67 cm | 23.4 x 23.1 x 14.7 cm |
| Energy Density Wh Per Kg | 74.2 | 181.8 |
| Noise Level | 35 | 30 |
| Operating Temp | Discharge: -15°C to 45°C; Optimal Operating: 10°C to 30°C | Charge: 0°C to 45°C; Discharge: -10°C to 45°C |
| Portable | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 14.5 kg · 32 lbs | 4.7 kg · 10.4 lbs |
Advanced Features | ||
| Parallel Expansion | No | No |
| Ups Functionality | Yes | Yes |
| Ups Switch Time | 10 | 10 |
Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 2 | 2 |