Quick verdict
Pick the Jackery Explorer 300 if you want the lowest price and a long track record (over 10,000 Amazon.ca reviews). Pick the EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus if you want twice the output (600W vs 300W), a longer-life LFP battery and the option to add an extra battery later. Neither will run a fridge for long.
Spec comparison
| Jackery Explorer 300 | EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 292Wh | 286Wh (expandable with add-on battery) |
| AC output | 300W | 600W |
| Battery type | Lithium-ion (NMC) | LiFePO4 (LFP) — more charge cycles |
| Price (CAD) | $289 | $329 |
| Amazon.ca rating | 4.6★ (10,675) | 4.3★ (156) |
| Best for | Phones, Wi-Fi, lights, CPAP on a budget | Small appliances, more output, longer battery life |
Specs as listed by the manufacturers. Both are imported products, not made in Canada.
Compare and shop Imported alternative
| Photo | Product | Type / size | CAD price | Rating | Best for | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Jackery Explorer 300 Imported · budget |
Power station · 292Wh / 300W | $289 CAD | Phones, Wi-Fi, lights, CPAP (not a fridge) | Jackery 300 — $289 CAD · 4.6★ (10,675) · Ships from Amazon | |
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EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus Imported · mid |
Power station · 286Wh / 600W, expandable | $329 CAD | More output for small appliances; add-on battery option | RIVER 3 Plus — $329 CAD · 4.3★ (156) · Ships from Amazon |
Jackery 300 — $289 CAD · 4.6★ (10,675) · Ships from Amazon
Imported · midRIVER 3 Plus — $329 CAD · 4.3★ (156) · Ships from Amazon
Prices, star ratings and review counts were checked on Amazon.ca on Sep 18, 2026 (ET) and can change. Products marked Imported alternative are not made in Canada.
Also worth a look
The BLUETTI Elite 30 V2 is a similar 288Wh / 600W station. If you need closer to 1 kWh for longer outages, see the caveated Anker option on our power station guide.
Elite 30 V2 — $399.99 CAD · 4.3★ (827) · Ships from Amazon
FAQ
Is Jackery or EcoFlow better for power outages in Canada?
For small outages they hold about the same energy. The Jackery Explorer 300 costs less and has far more reviews; the EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus has double the output and a longer-life LFP battery.
Can the Jackery 300 or RIVER 3 Plus run a fridge?
Not for long. Both hold under 300Wh, and a fridge can use 1–2 kWh a day. They are best for phones, Wi-Fi, lights and a CPAP.
Are Jackery or EcoFlow made in Canada?
No. Both are imported brands, and we label them Imported alternative.