DJI Power 500
512 Wh, 1,000 W AC output.
Lifecycle status: Unknown. Confidence: Verified. Last verified: 2026-06-25.
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DJI Power 500 vs EcoFlow RIVER 3
A source-backed comparison with neutral, spec-derived verdicts. Unknown fields stay visible, and both stations use the same runtime assumptions.
EcoFlow RIVER 3
245 Wh, 300 W AC output.
Lifecycle status: Unknown. Confidence: Verified. Last verified: 2026-06-24.
Capacity
Capacity: Power 500 is higher by 267 Wh.
AC Output
AC output: Power 500 is higher by 700 W.
Solar Input
Solar input: Power 500 is higher by 190 W.
The 60 W runtime estimate assumes AC output, 85% conversion efficiency, and 10% battery reserve. It is a sanity check, not a lab-tested result. This label describes availability in the cited region only. It does not imply that another model is universally better, compatible, or an official replacement.
Which one, when?
These verdicts are computed only from tracked specs. They do not use price, affiliate status, ads, sponsorships, or untracked preferences.
Best for longer runtime margin
DJI Power 500 leads this tracked field: 512 Wh vs EcoFlow RIVER 3 at 245 Wh (+267 Wh).
Best for higher AC loads
DJI Power 500 leads this tracked field: 1,000 W vs EcoFlow RIVER 3 at 300 W (+700 W).
Best for startup surge headroom
DJI Power 500 leads this tracked field: 1,000 W vs EcoFlow RIVER 3 at 600 W (+400 W).
Best for faster solar refill
DJI Power 500 leads this tracked field: 300 W vs EcoFlow RIVER 3 at 110 W (+190 W).
Best for portability
EcoFlow RIVER 3 leads this tracked field: 3.5 kg vs DJI Power 500 at 7.3 kg (+3.8 kg).
Use the cards as planning shortcuts, then confirm the full spec table and source links below. A larger number is not automatically better for every use case.
Runtime Examples
Same assumptions on both sides: AC output, 85% efficiency, 10% reserve, healthy battery, and steady load.
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| Spec | Power 500 | RIVER 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 512 Wh | 245 Wh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LiFePO4 |
| AC output | 1,000 W | 300 W |
| Surge output | 1,000 W (continuous AC ceiling proxy) | 600 W |
| DC output | 240 W | 126 W |
| USB-C output | 100 W | 100 W |
| Solar input | 300 W | 110 W |
| Weight | 7.3 kg | 3.5 kg |
| Lifecycle status | Unknown | Unknown |
| 60 W AC estimate | 6h 32m | 3h 7m |
| Confidence | Verified | Verified |
| Last verified | 2026-06-25 | 2026-06-24 |
Planning Watch-Outs
These checks explain where the comparison is strong and where it still needs better source coverage.
- 5 of 5 high-impact comparison fields are filled on both sides.
- Power 500 has the larger nominal battery capacity, but usable Wh still depends on reserve, efficiency, temperature, and battery age.
- RIVER 3 is lighter in the tracked weight data, which matters if the station is moved often.
- Power 500 has the higher tracked solar input, assuming compatible panels and charge-voltage limits.
Sources
Comparison rows come directly from the linked model records.
Power 500
- DJI Power 500 specifications (official; checked 2026-06-25)
- DJI Power 500 product page (official; checked 2026-06-25)
- DJI Power 500 support specs (official; checked 2026-06-25)
RIVER 3
- EcoFlow RIVER 3 Series page (official; checked 2026-06-24)
- EcoFlow RIVER 3 solar generator specs (official; checked 2026-06-24)
How to read this comparison
Use this page as a source-backed spec and runtime planning comparison. It is not a full buying guide, and it does not rank products by price, affiliate terms, or sponsorship.