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EcoFlow River 2 — Portable power station · 2022
EcoFlow

EcoFlow River 2

Portable power station · 2022

82
/ 100
From $249
VS
Goal Zero Yeti 500X — Portable power station · 2020
Goal Zero

Goal Zero Yeti 500X

Portable power station · 2020

82
/ 100
From $699
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, EcoFlow River 2 lands at 82 and Goal Zero Yeti 500X at 82. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick EcoFlow River 2 if…

  • ✓LiFePO4 chemistry on modern SKUs (4000+ cycles)
  • ✓Solar input
  • ✓Multiple AC/DC/USB-C outputs

Pick Goal Zero Yeti 500X if…

  • ✓LiFePO4 chemistry on modern SKUs (4000+ cycles)
  • ✓Solar input
  • ✓Multiple AC/DC/USB-C outputs
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Cables

Tie

Compared on the cables sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Noise

Tie

Compared on the noise sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Efficiency

Tie

Compared on the efficiency sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

EcoFlow River 2

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

EcoFlow River 2 more score per dollar ($249 vs $699).

EcoFlow River 2 82
vs
82 Goal Zero Yeti 500X

Score breakdown

EcoFlow River 2
82
efficiency 77
noise 86
cables 90
value 80
Goal Zero Yeti 500X
82
efficiency 77
noise 86
cables 90
value 80

Specs side-by-side

EcoFlow River 2 versus Goal Zero Yeti 500X — full spec comparison
Spec EcoFlow River 2 Goal Zero Yeti 500X
Type
Portable power station
Portable power station
Release year
2022
2020

EcoFlow River 2

Pros
  • +LiFePO4 chemistry on modern SKUs (4000+ cycles)
  • +Solar input
  • +Multiple AC/DC/USB-C outputs
Cons
  • −Heavy
  • −Pricey per Wh
  • −Shipping restrictions (Li-ion)

Goal Zero Yeti 500X

Pros
  • +LiFePO4 chemistry on modern SKUs (4000+ cycles)
  • +Solar input
  • +Multiple AC/DC/USB-C outputs
Cons
  • −Heavy
  • −Pricey per Wh
  • −Shipping restrictions (Li-ion)

FAQ: EcoFlow River 2 vs Goal Zero Yeti 500X

Which is better, EcoFlow River 2 or Goal Zero Yeti 500X? +

Both score 82 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is EcoFlow River 2 worth the price? +

At $249, EcoFlow River 2 delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in cables.

Is Goal Zero Yeti 500X worth the price? +

At $699, Goal Zero Yeti 500X delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in cables.

Does EcoFlow River 2 or Goal Zero Yeti 500X last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is the better value, EcoFlow River 2 or Goal Zero Yeti 500X? +

EcoFlow River 2 — more score per dollar ($249 vs $699). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.