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What Everyone Ought to Know About the EcoFlow Delta Series: Portable Power Stations, Solar Panels, and Powering a New World
Some easy answers about Delta portable power stations, EcoFlow tech, and solar energy that often sounds too complicated.
Why We Are Sharing the EcoFlow Delta Series
A little while ago, we were chatting with the owner of a beautiful lakeside cottage, a smart woman. She regretted the fact that she still did not have backup power for her home because she was overwhelmed by details like "wattage" and "capacity".
She was lost in a sea of technical bells and whistles. She just wanted to pick a portable power station to back up her home.
"So what?" You ask. Well, here's "what".
Having portable power isn't just useful; it's the best way to be prepared, eco-friendly, and more energy independent.
But where do you begin?
We pointed the cottage owner to the EcoFlow Delta series. It's one many of our customers rely on. We also gave her some straight-forward answers about all that technical lingo.
We hope that this guide will answer some of your most common questions about Delta EcoFlow tech. So preparing yourself with the right power station is as straight-forward and stress-free as lakeside lemonade.
Quick Links
- Power Capacity & Usage
- Best Delta Models to Power Your Home
- Best Delta Models for Camping
- Best Delta for Charging Personal Devices
- Solar Panel Charging
- Boosting Power with Expandable Batteries
- Battery Lifespan
- Top Recommendations Based on Lifestyle
- Delta Pro: Is it Worth It?
What Size Delta is Right for You?
If you want a workhorse to back up your entire home and reduce your energy bills, the EcoFlow Delta Pro should be your top choice. For off-grid power during camping or remote work, the Delta or Delta 2 might be a better fit because they are smaller and lighter.
Now would be a good time to explain some of those technical terms so you can decide which size is right for you.
Capacity
Capacity is like the tank that holds energy in a portable power station. It's measured in watt-hours (Wh) or kilowatt-hours (kWh). The same way you see it on your electricity bill at home. This tells you how long your station can run your devices before it needs to be recharged.
Wattage
This is how much power something uses or makes. A small light might use 60 watts. A big machine like a microwave could use 1000 watts. The higher the watts, the more power something needs or puts out.
Choosing a power station is easy once you know the watts your devices need. Here's a cheat-sheet with common appliances and their watts, plus how long each Delta station can power them.
| Delta Pro | Delta 2 Max | Delta Max | Delta 1300 | Delta 2 | Delta Mini | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Phone (11 Wh) |
313 times | 143 times | 143 times | 104 times | 89 times | 62 times |
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Camera (16 Wh) |
210 times | 99 times | 99 times | 70 times | 60 times | 38 times |
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Drone (40 Wh) |
86 times | 39 times | 39 times | 29 times | 25 times | 17 times |
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Laptop (60 Wh) |
57 times | 26 times | 26 times | 19 times | 16 times | 12 times |
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Light (10W) |
108 hrs | 97 hrs | 97 hrs | 36 hrs | 31 hrs | 30 hrs |
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Speaker (10W) |
108 hrs | 97.3 hrs | 97.3 hrs | 36 hrs | 31 hrs | 30 hrs |
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WiFi Router (10W) |
108 hrs | 97.3 hrs | 97.3 hrs | 36 hrs | 31 hrs | 30 hrs |
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Fan (40W) |
50 hrs | 41 hrs | 41 hrs | 20 hrs | 16 hrs | 13 hrs |
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Car Fridge (60W) |
57-114 hrs | 29-58 hrs | 29-58 hrs | 19-38 hrs | 16-32 hrs | 12-14 hrs |
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Refrigerator (120W) |
24-48 hrs | 14-28 hrs | 14-28 hrs | 7.5-15 hrs | 7-14 hrs | 5.4-10.8 hrs |
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PC (500W) |
6.5 hrs | 3.3 hrs | 3.3 hrs | 2.1 hrs | 1.8 hrs | 1.5 hrs |
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Washer/Dryer (500W) |
6.5 hrs | 3.3 hrs | 3.3 hrs | 2.1 hrs | 1.8 hrs | 1.5 hrs |
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Rice Cooker (1000W) |
3.3 hrs | 1.6 hrs | 1.6 hrs | 1.1 hrs | 0.8 hrs | 0.7 hrs |
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Coffee Maker (1000W) |
3.3 hrs | 1.6 hrs | 1.6 hrs | 1.1 hrs | 0.8 hrs | 0.7 hrs |
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Electric Drill (1080W) |
3 hrs | 1.5 hrs | 1.5 hrs | 1 hr | 0.7 hrs | 0.7 hrs |
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Electric Grill (1150W) |
2.9 hrs | 1.4 hrs | 1.4 hrs | 1 hr | 0.7 hrs | 0.7 hrs |
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Electric Frying Pan (1200W) |
2.7 hrs | 1.4 hrs | 1.4 hrs | 0.9 hrs | 0.7 hrs | 0.6 hrs |
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Microwave (1300W) |
2.5 hrs | 1.3 hrs | 1.3 hrs | 0.9 hrs | 0.6 hrs | 0.6 hrs |
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Circular Saw (1400W) |
2.3 hrs | 1.2 hrs | 1.2 hrs | 0.8 hrs | 0.6 hrs | 0.5 hrs |
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Electric Kettle (1500W) |
2.2 hrs | 1.1 hrs | 1.1 hrs | 0.7 hrs | 0.5 hrs | 0.5 hrs |
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Electric Oven (1650W) |
2 hrs | 1 hr | 1 hr | 0.7 hrs | 0.5 hrs | 0.5 hrs |
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Air Conditioner (1800W) |
1.8-3.6 hrs | 0.9 hrs | 0.9 hrs | 0.6-1.2 hrs | 0.4 hrs | 0.5-1 hrs |
Can EcoFlow Delta Power Your Whole House?
Absolutely. Whether you're off-grid or dealing with blackouts, the best model to power your home is hands down the Delta Pro. The high-capacity battery increases from 3600 Wh to a whopping 25,000 Wh when you add the expansion options.
With the EcoFlow Delta Pro, you could run all your heavy-load appliances at once: a large refrigerator, an air conditioning unit, a washer and dryer, multiple TVs and computers, all while charging several electric vehicles!
What's the catch? At 99 lbs, it is a beast. But wheels and an easy carry handle ensure Delta Pro is still the leader of "portable" power.
EcoFlow Delta Pro:
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Best for: Total Home Backup, Saving on Energy Bills, RV Power, Heavy-Duty Professional Tools.
- Ideal for those who need serious power. Including complete home backup and support for essential heavy-duty appliances.
- Add the Smart Home Panel to save on energy bills by linking solar energy right into your wall outlets.
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Our second choice for a Delta model that can handle home backup and RV power without the bulk of the Delta Pro, is the Delta 2 Max.
With a 1000 Wh capacity, this portable boost buddy can keep a full-sized fridge running for 7-14 hours, or a car fridge cool for up to a day and a half.
Need juice for your phone? It'll charge it completely 89 times! Laptops? Around 16 charges! The Delta 2 Max is a great companion for van life adventurers or for pesky, brief blackouts at home.
Delta 2 Max:
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Best for: Home Backup During Outages, Tiny Homes, Van Life, Heavy-Duty Professional Tools.
- Good emergency power backup during outages and grid failures.
- Powers essential appliances during long RV journeys, off-grid living, and power tools for remote professional work or DIY projects.
Shop the EcoFlow Delta 2 Max Here.
Which EcoFlow Delta Should I Choose for Camping?
Designed specifically for outdoor use, EcoFlow's Delta Max can power (almost) anything. Plug in up to 15 devices at once with this adventure buddy that offers a lot of capacity and adaptability without the heavy weight of the Delta Pro. Great for weekend RV trips, camping, travel, and off-grid professional work.
The Delta Max is 25% more efficient than traditional gas generators. Which means you get all the power with none of the fumes, loud engine noise, or complicated adaptors.
Delta Max:
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Best for: Reliable Power During Outages, Weekend Camping, RV Trips, Professional Power Pools.
- Great for medium power needs, like camping and RV appliances, or as a reliable backup during outages.
Shop the EcoFlow Delta Max Here.
Which Delta Do I Need to Charge Personal Devices?
If you want a Delta power station for basic charging needs during weekend road trips or short power outages, EcoFlow's Delta Mini is a tiny dynamo with more than enough power to rely on. It has a large capacity of 882Wh (considering its small size and 24lb weight).
It can easily handle charging your phone, iPad, and pancake grill, so you can stay connected and comfortable.
Delta Mini:
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Best for: Remote Work, Emergency Power for Personal Devices, Day Trips Off-Grid, Camping Weekends.
- Lightweight and perfect for charging personal devices on the go, powering outdoor activities, and keeping gaming/computer systems connected with backup power.
Shop the EcoFlow Delta Mini Here.
Can I Charge EcoFlow Delta with a Solar Panel?
Yes. All of EcoFlow's Delta series portable power stations work with solar panels for sustainable recharging on-the-go. You can also charge them from your car power port or an AC outlet.
The Charging Input of your Delta portable power station is the highest wattage power it can convert and store as AC electricity. This sets the limit for the maximum rated power and the number of solar panels you can link.
| Delta Pro | Delta 2 Max | Delta Max | Delta 2 | Delta 1300 | Delta Mini | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 3.6-25 kWh expandable capacity | 2-6 kWh expandable capacity | 2-6 kWh expandable capacity | 1-3 kWh expandable capacity | 1260Wh | 882Wh |
| AC Output | 3600W-7200W | 3400W w/X-Boost | 2400W (3400 w/X-Boost) | 2200W w/X-Boost | 1800W | 1400W |
| Solar Input | 1600W, recharge in 2.8-5.6 hrs | 1000W, recharge in 2.3 hrs | 800W, recharge in 2.5 hrs | 500W, recharge in 3-6 hrs | 400W, recharge in 3.5-7hrs | 300W, recharge in 2.5 hrs |
How Do I Know How Many Solar Panels I Need?
Figuring out the number of solar panels you need involves calculating your power usage, available sunlight, and the solar panel's rated wattage and efficiency.
Off-Grid Independence & Home Energy Management
If you're looking for an off-grid solution to keep the lights on at your lakeside retreat, consider the EcoFlow Delta Pro for its ability to double the solar charging input to 3200W by connecting two EcoFlow Delta Pro units through the Double Voltage Hub.
This allows for the connection of up to 8 x EcoFlow 400W rigid solar panels or Portable Solar Panels—as long as the total rated power doesn't exceed 3200W.
Van Life & RV Adventures
To power your RV adventures, two or three high-efficiency solar panels for battery powered generators can create enough energy to run your appliances. Including your refrigerator and air conditioner!
The Delta 2 Max with one 400W solar panel or the Delta 2 with two 220W solar panels would be good systems to keep you charged on the road.
Can I Add an Extra Battery to the EcoFlow Delta?
Yes. You can expand the EcoFlow Delta 2, Delta Max, and Delta Pro models with extra batteries. With these power stations, it's possible to enjoy more energy storage capacity just by adding another battery.
An expansion battery is a convenient (and cost-effective) way to get more energy storage without adding a whole new unit.
To level up your energy storage, chain up to two Delta Pro Smart Batteries or add two EcoFlow Delta Pro units to the Double Voltage Hub and soak in the power of up to four additional batteries. This expansion boosts the electricity storage capacity to an impressive 25kWh.
The Delta Pro's sustained power supply guarantees the comfort of a modern household for an extraordinary time. It's your complete solution for uninterrupted living in case of power outages or off-grid conditions.
How Long Will an EcoFlow Delta Last?
Under regular daily use, the EcoFlow Delta Pro can perform well for 10 years before you'd notice any decline in performance. This is thanks to its LFP battery. It can do an impressive 3,500 cycles before reaching 80% of its original storage capacity and 6,500 cycles before reaching 50%.
All EcoFlow's Delta portable power stations have lithium iron phosphate (LFP/LiFePO4) batteries. Except for the Delta Max, which has a nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cad) battery.
These LiFePO4 batteries are an innovative advancement in Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery technology. They're smaller, hold lots of power, and last longer than other batteries. Plus EcoFlow's LiFePO4 batteries don't use cobalt. Which most other batteries need but is often sourced in not-so-ethical ways.
How to Pick Your EcoFlow Delta Portable Power Station
The Delta series varies based on capacity, weight, charging speeds, and expandability. Understanding these fundamental elements will help you choose the right one for your specific power needs.
If you're still unsure about which one is right for you, remember you'll never regret having more power than you need. But you might regret it if you run out of power in an emergency or in the middle of a grand adventure.
Our best recommendations...
For total home backup - go with the Delta Pro
To power your RV - If you have the space, Delta Pro
Van Life/road trips or emergency backup - Delta 2 Max
Heavy duty professional on-site work - Delta 2 Max
Weekend camping or creative remote work - Delta 2
Day trips/short power outages - Delta Mini
Is the Delta Pro Worth It?
Yes. For home backup and energy independence, the EcoFlow Delta Pro is definitely worth it. It's a strong portable power station with a big battery that gets even bigger when you add the expansion options. At 99 lbs, it is heavy. But the Delta Pro is a reliable workhorse you can count on to reduce your energy bills and handle all your power needs.
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Still have questions?
We'd be glad to tell you anything more you want to know. Just drop us a line at sales@lakehouseandcottage.com or call us at 854-777-0909 Mon-Fri 9a-5p CST with all your EcoFlow Delta and portable power questions.