EcoFlow Delta 2 Max and 220watt Bifacial Solar Panel Review

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This review is for the new EcoFlow Delta 2 Max 2048wh, fast charging power station that recharges from 0 to 80% in just 43 minutes and has no fumes, noise or maintenance. Also included in this review is their new 220watt bifacial solar panel. Yes, you read that right - Bifacial! Check them both out.
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@bsylvia1 2 ай бұрын

I have an EcoFlow Delta 2 Max, and set up my 2 EcoFlow 220W Bifacial Solar Panels on top of emergency Mylar blankets & it works great. I layout the Mylar blankets, secure them down on the grass with wooden strips on all of the ends, then place the EcoFlow 220W Bifacial panels on top.

@bdmenne Ай бұрын

You lay then flat on the Mylar or do you you have space between panels and the Mylar?

@bsylvia1 Ай бұрын

@@bdmenne The solar panels are set up the same as if they were on dirt or grass, except the Mylar blanket is laid out flat over the grass or dirt, with the panels sitting on top. I only use wooden strips to prevent the breeze or wind from blowing under the Mylar edges, or the entire blanket & potentially ripping the blanket since Mylar isn’t the sturdiest material. I hope that answers your question.

@bdmenne Ай бұрын

@@bsylvia1 yes it does! Thanks. Do you remember the wattage bump you got?

@bdmenne Ай бұрын

@@bsylvia1 thank you for your reply. Does a xt60/i cable come with the panels or is it extra?

@bsylvia1 Ай бұрын

@@bdmenne Each solar panel comes with an EcoFlow Solar XT60i Charging Cable (3.5m).

@HappyPlaceCamping Жыл бұрын

Awesome review. You’re always so thorough when you tell us about products. That’s gotta help someone who’s looking to get their power bank set up. Oh and love that beautiful lake view behind you. Great backdrop!

@gonagain Жыл бұрын

We just happened upon that site which was the best in the campground. It was a pretty cool place.

@dougascoli310 11 ай бұрын

Excellent review covering all the bases - including the panel. thanks

@PlainStraightShooter Жыл бұрын

I like Rick’s reviews. He always puts things thru the test and knows what or how. And isn’t afraid to give his Cons either. Great review.

@gonagain Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Brandon.

@af1023 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your review. I ended up buying a second 220w bifacial panel and have not been disappointed at the performance

@MichaelBailee Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the insight and going over some new things to me, which are probably usually covered in more basic solar 101 videos. With El Nino coming there's a lot to learn in a hurry just in case.

@holtenfranz 16 күн бұрын

Just bought Delta 2 Max + 220W Solar Panel. Super exicted!

@UPdan Жыл бұрын

I'm getting two weeks with the Vtoman jump 1000 for my Alpicool refrigerator. I'm happy. And surprised.

@gonagain Жыл бұрын

Thats good to hear! Thanks for sharing that.

@janebray9392 Жыл бұрын

Oh boy, the Vulcan mindmeld going on...I have been wondering about a bigger pkg...and just saw a review of the Ecoflo version of a AC/heat that could be powered off this unit. Wowzers, they are putting out amazing items!!! 👍🏼

@gonagain Жыл бұрын

I saw a review on that AC/heater of theirs and it looks good.

@Steve-Goff Жыл бұрын

Wow. Both products have some interesting features. I’ve never owned anything from EcoFlow but their components seem very well made. Take care and safe travels

@gonagain Жыл бұрын

Thank you, they're very well made and thought out.

@Volunteersunrise Жыл бұрын

Good review ,Rick.

@badgerpa9 Жыл бұрын

Looks really nice. Stay safe and healthy.

@markreynolds3850 8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for your review, I am thinking of purchasing this product.Have a wonderful day.👍👍❤

@kbs7340 Жыл бұрын

Good review. Thank you

@ronvalderrama5765 Жыл бұрын

I have the EcoFlow Delta Max, too. I love it for camping. Plenty of power for coffee maker, lights, laptops. Wish I would have purchased the bigger solor panels.

@gonagain Жыл бұрын

They're good units and I'm plugged into the Delta 2 right now.

@clyoul3ss819 2 ай бұрын

You could lay down one of those mylar shiny survival blankets you can get for $5 online behind the solar panel to reflect.

@davegobeli6771 Жыл бұрын

Very good review!!

@arizonanomad Жыл бұрын

So Nice.. I have a EcoFlow River Pro, but would love one of those with a new panel too... Great Job Rick! Hey Linda... 🙂

@gonagain Жыл бұрын

Hey, Arizona Nomad!l ~Linda

@morphergaming0531 Жыл бұрын

I really appreciate that Eco Flow condensed the size of this unit. Dealing with weight is one thing, it's a whole other ball game managing size and bulk also. Would be tempted to lay scrap Reflectix on the ground on the backside of the panels just to kick the light back onto the panels.

@gonagain Жыл бұрын

Great idea! Most of us have some Reflectix in our rigs.

@EcoFlowTech Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and ideas with us here; Absolutely! Managing weight and size can be challenging, And your idea of using Reflectix to bounce the light back onto the panels is tempting. It's all about maximizing efficiency, And EcoFlow is up to the task!😀

@carolmaplesden916 10 ай бұрын

@@EcoFlowTech I'm interested in getting one of your solar generators and thought i had made up my mind on getting the EF DELTA 2000 do you have a video explaining the difference between this one and the delta 2000 ??

@NoZenith 8 ай бұрын

@@EcoFlowTechI was thinking about getting some of those reflective material collapsible windshield inserts. A couple of those would probably take up less space than reflectix but still reflect some light back with the silver side up? Do you think that would be beneficial?

@travelswithbenny3328 Ай бұрын

I bought the Delta 2 with extra battery and 220 ecoflow panel. I tent camp and needed something with a smaller footprint. I just got it and will be using it soon. I tent camp for weeks at a time and needed something to run a 38qt cooler/freezer. My smaller units would only last a day or 2. I camp with a prius pulling a lite motorcycle trailer. Works well. Very good video, much appreciated!

@gonagain Ай бұрын

What a cool set up you have. Thanks for watching!

@markreynolds3850 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing this information. Very informative.👍👍😊

@Quickcat21MK 7 ай бұрын

It would have been nice to see a timelapse of a full 0 - 100% solar charge,

@jamsessionrecordshop8343 Жыл бұрын

Good job Rick!

@gonagain Жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@seanwilson6521 Жыл бұрын

There sure are a lot of excellent products to choose from these days.

@oldpelon7623 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing

@ronvalderrama5765 Жыл бұрын

I live in Phoenix area and have run my gigantic patio evaporative cooler for 11 hours, probably could have gone longer.

@gonagain Жыл бұрын

Those work great down there in that low humidity.

@jamiemay6065 8 ай бұрын

Very informative video sir. Thanks. 🍻

@gonagain 8 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@foottv5134 Жыл бұрын

Great Video 👍 I love power stations. I have a Bluetti 200ac, 2 ecoflow rivers and 1 BougeRV 1100 watt.

@gonagain Жыл бұрын

We love our power stations too and use them all the time.

@sonora108 6 ай бұрын

Thanks Rick another great review. I have both the 220watt and a 400watt from EchoFlow and only have one small complaint they are both heavy for their size especially the 400watt.

@gonagain 6 ай бұрын

They certainly are heavy, but the build quality is very good.

@katrinawilson9362 Жыл бұрын

Great review as always! I was thinking about getting a Blue Eddi but now i think this might be better. One, because it is lighter and Two, i can use it for my house and camping. Being a senior women, i am worried about the weight. But it's not like i would be moving it around a lot. I could put it on a cart. Thanks for the great information. KC

@ojdidit34 11 ай бұрын

Well you could always just identify as a strong man when you have to move it.

@carolmaplesden916 10 ай бұрын

@@ojdidit34 yeah for sure!!! it works for others 😏

@1776NOQUARTER 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for such an informative review. What solar charging cable do you recommend for this unit?

@gonagain 5 ай бұрын

I bought the length I needed from Amazon in 10 gauge.

@1776NOQUARTER 5 ай бұрын

@@gonagain xt60 or xt60i?

@weswalker1208 Жыл бұрын

Something I would love to see you test even though it's not practical on the road is on the bifacial panels here reflect the Sun from a mirror. You know the kind that hooks on the door Walmart sells them cheap women use them for the 360-degree twirling pose. LOL they are fragile but cheap for a test

@gonagain Жыл бұрын

Those will work, as tested by EcoFlow.

@davidcarrico3385 Жыл бұрын

Great video. I may have missed it if you mentioned. How’s the noise of the fans? Ecoflow in the past has been known to be significantly louder than the equivalent Bluetti product, but otherwise a great product and at parity or in some cases better. Thanks.

@gonagain Жыл бұрын

I've reviewed several EcoFlow power units and this one is pretty quiet.

@NoZenith 8 ай бұрын

I think I really want to get one of these to run with one of those eco-flo Wave 2 heat pump unit for a really efficient Heating and Cooling setup in a small cargo trailer. The only things I really want that are going to take much power is a Wave 2 and a compressor fridge (perhaps a Glacier). For the price point in functionality this seems to be about the highest solar charge rate for such high-quality output and then around home it would be a great backup when the power goes out since I would mostly just want to run the furnace through the night and during the daytime use some appliances while I'm charging it with with solar or a generator if I don't have a big enough solar setup when I use it up

@lisaschippert9426 Жыл бұрын

Wonder what the the percentage would be if you put a mirror on the underside.

@Kamikaze3557 Жыл бұрын

I bought the same model, not really used it, other than charging via outlet. I’ll be using it at my granddaughters log cabin by the little piney creek charging with solar panels. So interested in your review. Doesn’t the ecoflow make a AC / heater? If so would love to see a review on that. I also have the same bluette ,it won’t charge at all from wall outlet or partially charge that way, but fine with solar , it also weighs a ton ! I can’t lift it safely with my heart condition.

@gonagain Жыл бұрын

Hello Michael, this is the Delta 2 Max and it just came out a few days ago. The main difference is the rate of charge. EcoFlow makes good stuff. They're heavy for sure and I get Linda to help me carry. EcoFlow makes a combination AC/heater that seems to be working out pretty well. Off the top of my head, it will heat or cool for about 4 hours on it's internal battery.

@greggv8 Жыл бұрын

Carry one of those reflective windshield shades to put behind the solar panel.

@gonagain Жыл бұрын

Good tip! And most of us have one of those, somewhere, in our vehicles.

@CITAP1 Жыл бұрын

Oh I despise the sound of construction generators in a campground! Right up there with barking and unleashed dogs! Yes, I'm working on getting my Krotchity Old Fart membership card. Looks like a decent system. I've read about the rear reflecting solar panels, but these are the first I've seen. Nice to see the newest technology being implemented. You were thinking of a Double Throw Transfer Switch. Break then make. Might I suggest a reliable test standard for this and other similar units might be measured in Instapot hours. See how much rice, how many potroasts, how many Pies, can be cooked down to 49%? Just a simple delicious suggestion for greater accuracy in your reviews. Enjoy your trip.

@gonagain Жыл бұрын

Ok, putting all of those on the list for testing. Pot roasts, garlic noodles, fried rice, cheesecakes, here we come!

@marcomarcello3337 Ай бұрын

How long will it run a portable ac unit which draws 860 watts on load?...say 3 to 4 hours?...of coarse it would not be under full load all the time as the ac would be cycling on/off. Also, can you run appliances while it is hoked up to the solar panels at the same time?

@vencenzodemarco4393 Жыл бұрын

Good information on the EcoFlo Rick, Thanks. This is the one company that has a newer version of their Air-Conditioning unit. 5100 btu's Plus a Heater. I sent some Info on the subject in the reply dept., your last video. Ya, EcoFlow is trending to be the best company with lots to choose from. Unless someone out there has something better, I will be getting the New EcoFlow Wave with 5100 btu's for sure. It's getting Hot. Kinda Pricey, Maybe????

@gonagain Жыл бұрын

Yeah, it's pretty spendy, but it's reviewing well. I think BougeRV is also offering am ac unit, but I haven't looked into it yet.

@vencenzodemarco4393 Жыл бұрын

@@gonagain Interesting about BougeRV and what they might be offering. Rick, I need some help with potentially firing up a very capable portable 8,500 btu A/C unit that I have, by adding rooftop solar panels. I'm getting mixed signals regarding this to make it cost-effective?? I wish there was a Questions & Answers Forum somewhere so that I could be educated on this??? I have yet to take the Plunge on my Air-Conditioning situation. 🤔 Any ideas???

@doingitwithnothing Жыл бұрын

I like delta pro products

@alvisjenkins1305 Жыл бұрын

How about a VAWT ? While camping at high elevations, a verticle axis wind turbine will keep your batteries charged. There is usually a lot of wind in desert and mountain areas to turn your turbine generator. I wonder how durable roof solar panels would be during a hail storm ?

@gonagain Жыл бұрын

Most solar panels are designed to withstand hail. You're sure right about the abundance of wind and we had a lot of it during our last trip!

@nickelsworth7097 Ай бұрын

Buy the size you need. 5 minutes later: Get twice as much as you need so you're only taking down 50% at night.

@MnAnnetteNS 6 ай бұрын

Someone on Facebook posted when he wasn't traveling, he would bring solar station in the house and run microwave, Countertop oven and coffee maker. Why let it sit in your trailer/rig. Very good 💡 idea.

@gonagain 6 ай бұрын

That's a very good idea! We do the same with ours and also use the 12v fridge when I need that extra space for that cheesecake....

@lyndsaybeck2249 8 ай бұрын

ECOFLOW DELTA 2 Max 2400Wh suggest solar charge input 500 watts. My solar panels produce 60 VDC/10 amps to the breaker box. Can I safely input from the solar breaker box two XT60 cables into the two solar charge in-ports? Enjoyed your video, appreciate your help.

@gonagain 8 ай бұрын

Yes, I think you should be fine with that. You can put up to 500watts into each PV port and up to 60Volts and 15amps.

@brianwilliams3146 Жыл бұрын

Great power station, but even better campsite. Where are you two?

@gonagain Жыл бұрын

That was in Clayton, NM.

@stevang4720 Ай бұрын

Are you using the xt60 or xt60i cables to charge your unit?

@gonagain Ай бұрын

Most likely they're the standard XT60. I'll look at what I have.

@stevang4720 Ай бұрын

@@gonagain thanks

@tm8747 Жыл бұрын

on the fold up panels its a good idea to place either wax paper in between the panels or like a friend of mine insert of very thin felt in between the panels for vibration or not to scratch the glass surface during transportation . even thin foam packaging helps.

@gonagain Жыл бұрын

Good tip, t M. We do that to prevent the chafing.

@sandeedobberstine5591 Жыл бұрын

Thank you 👍

@philmickey7247 Жыл бұрын

Mirror(s) for reflection on backside? Thanks!👍

@gonagain Жыл бұрын

🤙

@777cretbo Жыл бұрын

Hi - Bought a 6 x 10 2' v nose 3/4 done cargo Camper, Love it! Do you guys have a Bug Screen net on yours? Bob

@gonagain Жыл бұрын

We've tried several of the self closing ones on our door and they work ok, but they don't last very long, so keep a spare.

@777cretbo Жыл бұрын

@@gonagain Thank you....

@tm8747 Жыл бұрын

about solar panels watch out for the cheap companies now on buying solar panels, the cheap solar panels that read 67 or below for the waterproofing connect will leak into the units, 67 is NOT WATERPROOF ITS WATER RESISTANT 68 AND ABOVE IS WATERPROOF. what some companies are doing now are installing a weep hole at the bottom of the solar panel knowing that there solar panels do leak or collect condensation will help to drain out the solar panels, . if your solar panel builds up con densation or leaks you can drill a tiny hole in the panels corner, about 1/8"in 1 or 2 places to drain the water out. i did this using a couple of aftermarket or CHEAP fog lights on my truck drilled 2 1/8" holes in it to remove the road spray or wet conditions or rain from them . PLEASE BE SURE TO ASK WHAT LEVEL IS THE WATERPROOFING , AGAIN IF ITS 67 AND BELOW DRILL THE HOLE!, IF ABOVE DONT WORRY ABOUT IT.

@gonagain Жыл бұрын

Good info there, tM. Thank you.

@offpherj7884 Жыл бұрын

Yeah but, does it make ice cream? lol

@gonagain Жыл бұрын

Hmmmm, now you got me thinking!

@boscodog4358 Жыл бұрын

What camp ground are you at now?

@nancyst.john-smith3891 Жыл бұрын

Most KZfaqrs don’t post the video until they leave the area unless they want to encourage a meet up. Where they are “now” is usually kept quiet…

@gonagain Жыл бұрын

Hi Bosco Dog! That campground was in Clayton, NM.

@wrxs1781 Жыл бұрын

Good revue, but for me unaffordable.

@marieandpreciousamazingani6114 Жыл бұрын

Rick, I have a Delta 2 power Station what wattage of solar panel can I use?

@gonagain Жыл бұрын

The Delta 2 can take 500 watts of solar and the Delta 2 Max can take up to 1000 watts of solar.

@marieandpreciousamazingani6114 11 ай бұрын

@@gonagain Do you mean up to 500 watts?

@marieandpreciousamazingani6114 11 ай бұрын

So I can use a 220 watt panel?

@gonagain 11 ай бұрын

Yes, absolutely.

@paulcurtis5496 Жыл бұрын

Now you're cooking' with Solar!

@paulcurtis5496 Жыл бұрын

it would take 7 of those eco flows to match 1 of my Big Battery Rhinos...

@paulcurtis5496 Жыл бұрын

you should hear my Growatt 12kWatt inverter's fan in the dead of the night 🤣

@tony-kj5mc Жыл бұрын

If eco flow haven't sent you this to test for free, would you have spent your own money for this set up ? Or bought something different !!

@gonagain Жыл бұрын

There are cheaper units out there, but none charge this fast, so it depends on your needs. If this is for a home backup for power outages, then this, with the extras batteries is hard to beat. For road trips and camping, If I could afford it, then this would be one to buy because of EcoFlows quality. The Vitoman is good, but it takes a long time to recharge. The fast recharge is this one's main selling point.

@davem7847 11 ай бұрын

Not sure if Ecoflow corrected the problem with charging from 120v AC and using the 120v AC outlets at the same time, which would trip internal circuit, making the battery useless until sent back for repairs. Don't do it, I lost a Delta Max 2000 that way (information is in online / paper manual.)

@gonagain 11 ай бұрын

Did you not get it back?

@davem7847 11 ай бұрын

@@gonagain I tried to reset but didn't work. I chose not to send back for warranty repairs, because I should have known better. I bought a new one, recycled the old one, and a new policy, don't charge and use at the same time, especially from AC outlets.

@Nilz4FR Жыл бұрын

The Fan noise is so annoying I sent it back. Why can't they fix that!?

@gonagain Жыл бұрын

Yeah, that was my only complaint. It's not loud at all, but it's the way it cycles on and off that I found annoying. It never woke me up at all though.

@Nilz4FR Жыл бұрын

you are 200lbs? Hahahaha - Jokestar!

@gonagain Жыл бұрын

Well, 185 is close enough.

@jnmc-vx4fw Жыл бұрын

Stop telling people it’s a whole home replacement generator. What you don’t say is that would cost 8k with 2 extra batteries and 1000w of solar . You can get a generac backup generator for your entire home for less . This is fine for charging laptops and phones and camping, not a house. Not to mention there’s no sun during a storm and sometimes days after . So when this battery dies in a few hrs you have a 50lb paperweight. Get a Honda eu2200 and 10 gal of gas before the storm and have power for a week.

@gonagain Жыл бұрын

You can't run a generator if you live in an apartment or if the gas station doesn't have electricity to run it's pumps. These units have their place.

@teuton6167 Ай бұрын

The ideal setup would be to have an Ecoflow, 800+ watts of solar and a Honda 2200 to help recharge the Ecoflow when needed. Ten gallons of gas and a Honda is good, but that alone won’t run your house for a week either. The Honda uses about 3-4 gallons/day under load if used continuously. So 10 gallons might last you for about 3 days. Using a solar generator and a gas generator together would allow you to have power for several weeks for a potential long-term outage like a hurricane or a problem with the grid. Even better would be to have a backup dual-fuel generator like a Champion that can run on propane, because propane lasts for 10-20 years and won’t go bad after 6-12 months like gasoline will.