EcoFlow Delta 3 Classic review: portable power without the premium price (aff)
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A more affordable EcoFlow Delta that still delivers serious power for everyday use
EcoFlow's Delta series of portable power stations is now in its third generation, and this new wave of upgraded units kicked off with the launch of the Delta Max.
And now there's a baby of the bunch, the Delta Classic. Unlike the beefy Delta 3 Max, which has a 2.4kW output from its four sockets, and a 2kW capacity, the Classic only has 1,800W of output from its two sockets, and a 1,024Wh capacity.
What's the point then, you might ask? There are two main benefits to the Delta Classic. Portability and price.
The Delta 3 Max costs £1,199, but the Classic costs just £449. And while the Delta 3 Max weighs in at rather hefty 20.3kg, the Classic is a much more svelte 21.1kg. That makes such a difference in the real world.
The Classic is more compact, easier to carry around, but just as rugged, just as reliable, just as long-lasting and just as smart in terms of its app connectivity.
There are other aspects of the Delta 3 Classic that reduce its cost that you might notice in the real world, such as a reduced AC charging capacity, less power from its USB-C outputs, and a slightly noisier fan - but you have to remember, this is a sub-£500 power station.
This is a unit for people who need more AC power than the super-compact River series, but don't want the bulk of a bigger Delta.
And, having used one for a few weeks, it fills its brief perfectly well. I've signed it up to some big challenges, including running a coffee machine, keeping a lizard's vivarium warm, and charging up e-bikes, and it hasn't missed a beat.
Its more compact size means it's more suited to being a ready and willing workhorse than the Delta 3 Max, which I've also lived with, and that makes it more versatile in the long run.
Sure, it doesn't have a 2kW hour output, but 1,800w - backed up by a surge capability of 3,600w makes it more than capable of heavy lifting, if only in short bursts.
So for less than half the price, you're getting most of the usable benefits in terms of battery tech, lifespan, solar input, and app connectivity, and I love it for that.
Portable power stations are an expensive investment, so any steps towards making them more affordable get a thumbs up from me.