EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max PlusvsDJI Power 500
Head-to-head comparison of scores, specs, and features.
VS
Winner
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
83.9Grade B+
Price
$469.00
AC Power
600W
DJI Power 500
63.6Grade C+
Price
$499.00
AC Power
1000W
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Pluswins by20.3points overall.
The Verdict
Overall take
Buy EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus if
- Better Expandable Capacity: Yes vs No
- Better Energy Density Wh Per Kg: 181.8 vs 70.1
- Better Ac Charge Speed: 60 vs 540
Buy DJI Power 500 if
- Better Battery Lifespan Cycles: 4000 vs 3000
- Better Warranty: 3 vs 2
- Better Ac Power Continuous: 1000 vs 600
Top 3 Key Differences
Expandable Capacity
Yesvs No
Score: 100 vs 0
Energy Density Wh Per Kg
181.8vs 70.1
Score: 100 vs 70.4
Ac Charge Speed
60vs 540
Score: 100 vs 70.5
Performance by Category
ChargingEcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus wins
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
85.6
DJI Power 500
82.1
AC PowerDJI Power 500 wins
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
61.0
DJI Power 500
78.3
ConnectivityEcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus wins
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
75.0
DJI Power 500
50.0
PriceEcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus wins
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
96.9
DJI Power 500
83.0
BatteryEcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus wins
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
71.9
DJI Power 500
40.2
PhysicalEcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus wins
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
100.0
DJI Power 500
90.1
Advanced FeaturesEcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus wins
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
66.7
DJI Power 500
50.0
WarrantyDJI Power 500 wins
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus
51.0
DJI Power 500
67.3
Full Technical Specifications
| Feature | EcoFlow RIVER 3 Max Plus | DJI Power 500 |
|---|---|---|
Charging | ||
| Ac Charge Speed | 60 | 540 |
| Charger Type | X-Stream AC (380W), Solar (220W), Car/Alternator (220W, 11-55V) | AC wall charger (included cable), USB-C PD 3.0, solar via MPPT, car via SDC Lite cable |
| Fast Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Max Solar Input | 220 | 300 |
| Max Solar Panels | — | 3 |
| Pass Through Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Smart Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Solar Connector Type | XT60i | SDC Lite (XT60 via adapter) |
| Solar Panel Compatibility | EcoFlow solar panels up to 220W | DJI Power Solar Panel Adapter Module (MPPT) with XT60 panels; max 30V open-circuit per panel |
AC Power | ||
| Ac Output Amps | 3 outlets | DYM500L: 100-120V; DYM500H: 220-240V |
| Ac Power Continuous | 600 | 1000 |
| Ac Power Surge | 1200 | — |
| Ac Wave Quality | Pure Sine Wave | pure sine wave |
Connectivity | ||
| App Control | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | — |
| Wifi Connectivity | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charging | No | No |
Price | ||
| Base Price | 469.00 | 499.00 |
| Bundle Price | 469.00 | 570 |
| Cost Per Wh | 0.55 | 0.97 |
| Price Description | Sale price $469 (regular $717). Spring Sale 2026. Includes RIVER 3 Plus (286Wh) + EB600 Extra Battery (572Wh) = 858Wh total system. | DJI Power 500 Portable Power Station |
Battery | ||
| Battery Capacity Wh | 858 | 512 |
| Battery Lifespan Cycles | 3000 | 4000 |
| Expandable Capacity | Yes | No |
| Extra Battery Capacity | 572 | — |
| Max Extra Batteries | 1 | — |
Product Info | ||
| Brand | EcoFlow | DJI |
| Model Name | RIVER 3 Max Plus | Power 500 |
| Product Url | https://us.ecoflow.com/products/river-3-max-plus-river-3-plus-extra-battery-600?variant=54335221137481 | https://store.dji.com/product/dji-power-500 |
DC Power | ||
| Dc Output | — | USB-A: 5V/3A, 9V/2A, 12V/2A (24W max); USB-C: 5-20V, 100W max; SDC Lite: 9-27V, 240W max |
Physical | ||
| Dimensions | 23.4 x 23.1 x 14.7 cm | 30.5 x 20.7 x 17.7 cm |
| Energy Density Wh Per Kg | 181.8 | 70.1 |
| Noise Level | 30 | 23 |
| Operating Temp | Charge: 0°C to 45°C; Discharge: -10°C to 45°C | -10 to 45C (power supply); 0 to 45C (recharging) |
| Portable | Yes | yes |
| Weight | 4.7 kg · 10.4 lbs | 7.3 kg · 16.1 lbs |
Advanced Features | ||
| Parallel Expansion | No | No |
| Ups Functionality | Yes | yes |
| Ups Switch Time | 10 | — |
Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 2 | 3 |