Comparison ANKER 535 PowerHouse vs EcoFlow RIVER
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3 USB A ports, 1 USB-C port. Car cigarette lighter. LiFePo4 battery. Backlight. | 2 USB A ports, 1 USB A Fast Charge port, 1 USB-C port. Flashlight. Car cigarette lighter port DC5521.
X-Stream port for fast charging. NCM – lithium-ion battery, capacity 288 Wh. Surges up to 1200 W are allowed. You can double the capacity of the charging station by connecting the EcoFlow Battery Expansion Module RIVER Extra Battery | |
| In box | charging station | charging station |
| Rated power | 500 W | 600 W |
| Peak power | 1000 W | 1200 W |
| Output waveform | sinusoid (PSW) | sinusoid (PSW) |
| UPS function |  |  |
Outputs | ||
| Sockets (230 V) | 2 | 2 |
| USB-A | 3 pcs 5В/2.4А 12 W | 2 pcs 5В/2.4А 12 W |
| USB-A (quick charge) | 1 5В/2.4A, 9В/2A, 12В/1.5A 18 W | |
| USB-C | 1 pcs 3 A 60 W | 1 pcs 5 A 100 W |
| Car cigarette lighter | | |
| DC output | 2x DC5521 (13.6 V / 3 A) | |
Inputs (station charging) | ||
| From solar panels | | |
| Via USB-C port | | |
| DC input | DC7909 (11 – 28 V / 10 A / 120 W) | |
| Input port XT60 | | |
Battery and charging time | ||
| Battery type | LiFePO4 | Li-Ion NMC |
| Battery capacity | 512 Wh | 288 Wh |
| Charging cycles | 3000 | 500 |
| Charging time (socket) ≈ | 150 min | 90 min |
| Charging time (solar panel) ≈ | 256 min | 87 min |
| Charging time (cigarette lighter) ≈ | 180 min | |
| Charging power (socket) | 120 W | 250 W |
| Charging power (solar panel) | 120 W | 200 W |
| Charging power (cigarette lighter) | 120 W | |
General | ||
| PSU | external | built into the body |
| Display | | |
| Backlight | | |
| Carrying handle | | |
| Operating temperature | 0 °C ~ +40 °C | 0 °C ~ +45 °C |
| Dimensions (LxWxH) | 216x144x212 mm | 288x185x194 mm |
| Weight | 7.6 kg | 5 kg |
| Added to E-Catalog | december 2022 | september 2022 |
Compare ANKER 535 PowerHouse and EcoFlow RIVER
ANKER 535 PowerHouse and EcoFlow RIVER are powerful charging stations, but they have their own features. ANKER 535 has a nominal power of 500 W and a peak value of 1000 W, while the EcoFlow RIVER offers a slightly higher nominal power of 600 W and a peak power of 1200 W. Users note that EcoFlow charges faster from the mains (90 minutes versus 150 minutes for ANKER), but the latter has more charging cycles (3000 versus 500 for EcoFlow). ANKER has a more capacious battery (512 Wh versus 288 Wh for EcoFlow), making it more suitable for long trips. However, EcoFlow offers additional features such as the ability to connect an expansion battery module and faster charging from solar panels. Both devices have convenient carrying handles and displays, but EcoFlow stands out for having a UPS function. Overall, the choice between them depends on your needs: ANKER is better for long trips, while EcoFlow is better for quick use and expandability.
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Glossary
Rated power
Power that a device can consistently produce for an indefinitely long time without any unpleasant consequences. For normal operation of the charging station, the rated power must be at least 15 - 20% higher than the total power of all devices simultaneously connected to it.
Peak power
Some electrical appliances (in particular, units with electric motors - refrigerators, air conditioners, etc.) consume significantly more energy at startup than after reaching the operating mode. For such a load, the peak power of the charging station must be taken into account - its indicator must be higher than the starting power of the load.
UPS function
Charging stations with UPS function switch consumers to backup power from their own battery, acting as an uninterruptible power supply. In comparison with full-fledged UPSs, switching does not occur instantly, but with a certain delay (about 10-30 ms). To use this function correctly, you must first study the instructions for the charging station, which often describes the correct procedure for connecting the intended consumer devices.
USB-A
Full-size USB-A connectors are popular in computer technology, commonly used in charging adapters for 230 V household networks and 12 V car sockets. These outputs have become widespread in charging stations for charging gadgets.
— The total number of such ports can be quite varied (1 USB, 2 connectors, 3 ports, and even 4), as they allow for charging and, in some cases, powering various low-power devices — smartphones, tablets, power banks, lamps, and more.
— Current Strength. The maximum current delivered through the USB-A connector to the charging device. Note that different ports of the charging station may output different currents (for example, 1.5 A and 2.1 A). In such cases, the highest current strength is usually specified.
— Power. The maximum output power in watts (W) that the charging station is capable of delivering through the USB-A connector to a single charging gadget.
— The total number of such ports can be quite varied (1 USB, 2 connectors, 3 ports, and even 4), as they allow for charging and, in some cases, powering various low-power devices — smartphones, tablets, power banks, lamps, and more.
— Current Strength. The maximum current delivered through the USB-A connector to the charging device. Note that different ports of the charging station may output different currents (for example, 1.5 A and 2.1 A). In such cases, the highest current strength is usually specified.
— Power. The maximum output power in watts (W) that the charging station is capable of delivering through the USB-A connector to a single charging gadget.
USB-A (quick charge)
Full-sized USB-A ports with fast charging support. This feature allows you to charge your smartphone, tablet, or other connected devices much more quickly. The charging process occurs at increased power, with current and voltage regulated at each stage to stay within optimal values. However, keep in mind that there are many fast-charging technologies today, and not all of them are compatible with each other.
— Current strength. The current parameters delivered through USB-A fast charging ports. Note that different ports of the charging station may output different voltage and current parameters. This section specifies the current strength values at a certain voltage (for example, 5V / 3A, 9V / 2A, 12V / 1.5A).
— Power. The maximum power in watts (W) that the charging station can deliver through the USB-A fast charging port to a single charging gadget. High output power allows for faster charging. However, the charging device must support the corresponding power; otherwise, the speed will be limited by the gadget's characteristics.
— Current strength. The current parameters delivered through USB-A fast charging ports. Note that different ports of the charging station may output different voltage and current parameters. This section specifies the current strength values at a certain voltage (for example, 5V / 3A, 9V / 2A, 12V / 1.5A).
— Power. The maximum power in watts (W) that the charging station can deliver through the USB-A fast charging port to a single charging gadget. High output power allows for faster charging. However, the charging device must support the corresponding power; otherwise, the speed will be limited by the gadget's characteristics.
USB-C
USB type C ports are smaller compared to classic USB ports and have a convenient reversible design that allows connecting the plug either way. USB type C was initially created to implement various advanced features: increased power, fast charging technologies, etc.
Since the port is relatively new and quite powerful (you can find USB type C with 60W, even 100W and 140W), the total number of such connectors is often limited to one port, or sometimes two).
— Current. The maximum current delivered through the USB type C port to the device being charged. Note that different ports of a charging station may deliver different currents (for example, 1.5A and 2.1A). In such cases, the highest current is usually specified.
— Power. The maximum power in watts (W) that the charging station can deliver to one charging gadget. The high output power of the USB type C port allows for faster charging. However, the device being charged must support the corresponding power; otherwise, the speed of the process will be limited by the gadget's specifications.
Since the port is relatively new and quite powerful (you can find USB type C with 60W, even 100W and 140W), the total number of such connectors is often limited to one port, or sometimes two).
— Current. The maximum current delivered through the USB type C port to the device being charged. Note that different ports of a charging station may deliver different currents (for example, 1.5A and 2.1A). In such cases, the highest current is usually specified.
— Power. The maximum power in watts (W) that the charging station can deliver to one charging gadget. The high output power of the USB type C port allows for faster charging. However, the device being charged must support the corresponding power; otherwise, the speed of the process will be limited by the gadget's specifications.
DC output
The presence of a DC connector (or several such outputs) in the device to power external gadgets with direct current. The standard DC jack is round and has a pin in the center. However, its dimensions may differ in depth and diameter. The voltage output to the DC output may be different. The most popular options are 18 - 20 V for powering laptops, 12 V for various specialized devices and automotive electrical accessories.
Via USB-C port
The ability to replenish energy reserves in the battery cells of the charging station via the USB type C connector. This port itself is small in size and has a convenient double-sided design, thanks to which the plug can be inserted in either direction. However, in charging stations it does not always work as an input interface.
DC input
DC connector for a distinctive round plug (like those used in many laptops) used to recharge the battery of the device. Note that DC- in plugs may have different sizes, and chargers with such plugs may have different operating voltages. In practice, this leads to the fact that finding a suitable charger for a portable station is not easy, you need to be especially careful when searching.