You might be surprised by the many ways it can help your life run more smoothly.

Some technologies leap from “appealing innovation” to essential must-have in the blink of an eye: The automobile, the television, the smartphone—and, more recently—the home power station.

As warming temperatures and unpredictable weather leave us increasingly vulnerable to power outages, having an at-home source of back-up power to run everything from appliances to work-from-home tech has become more than just convenient—it’s the newest crucial home technology, offering essential peace of mind. But it’s important to choose a home power station with advanced technology, portable design, and smart features that make it a versatile everyday aid families can rely on for all their power needs. That way, it comes in handy not just for emergency outages but also for leisure activities like off-the-grid weekend getaways.

Enter the fast-charging, long-lasting, easily expandable EcoFlow DELTA 2 home power station, and the RIVER 2 Series (launching later in October), each of which offer the perfect support for sustainable energy security and family fun depending on how much power you need. Here are just a few ways a portable power station can light up your life:

Coping with blackouts has become an unfortunate fact of life. In the US, summer 2022 was 21 percent warmer than the 30-year average according to The US Climate Extremes Index. The increase in temperature creates major challenges for energy suppliers. Not only do surges in air conditioner use regularly overwhelm power grids, causing blackouts or brownouts, but more frequent extreme weather events such as wildfires and storms have doubled the number of power outages in the past 20 years.

When the power goes out, a rechargeable home power station can keep appliances running, so your food won’t spoil and your family can plug in phones and laptops while they ride out the storm. With the longest-lasting charge in the industry, the DELTA 2 can power your fridge 7 to 14 hours, or fully charge your laptop 16 times—an important feature, since the duration of the typical blackout has doubled from 4 hours in 2013 to 8 hours in 2020, the last year for which data is available. And, the DELTA 2’s expandable capacity design can range up to 3kWh or more with the use of additional batteries—meaning it offers the option to use multiple modules to power a full range of home appliances and electronics, from lights to TVs to fans, washing machines, electric stoves, and more. Take this for example—even without additional batteries, the DELTA 2 can charge a laptop 16 times, run a refrigerator up to 14 hours, or keep a WiFi router on for 31 hours.

For additional off-the-grid versatility, take advantage of the solar option: With EcoFlow’s range of portable solar panels, you can fully charge DELTA 2 with sustainable power in 3 to 6 hours. If you’re not quite sure yet how much power you need, the ultra-portable new RIVER 2 series offers a great, affordable entry level option under 1kWh.

If the last few years have taught us anything, it’s that just because you work from home, that doesn’t mean you have to actually be inside yours. With a power station you can charge your laptop, phone, and any other necessary work devices wherever you are, whether that’s the patio or a campsite at a National Park.

There’s no need to plan too far ahead: Thanks to EcoFlow’s X-Stream technology, the EcoFlow DELTA 2 can be 100 percent charged in just 80 minutes—seven times faster than most other portable power stations on the market. And the RIVER 2 Series options are just as speedy, which means you can take your show on the road whenever you feel like it.

DIYers know the frustration all too well: You need to plug in a power tool for some outdoor project, but there’s no nearby outlet. You could string together a hazardous network of extension cords, rely on a battery-powered tool that’s less powerful or needs constant recharging, or step into the future with a portable power station.

The moveable device lets you plug in wherever you happen to be, even if that’s under the perfect treehouse-tree in the furthest corner of your yard. And at just 27 lbs, the EcoFlow DELTA 2 is both durable and lightweight–the perfect companion for jobs large and small.

Love to camp or RV? Getting in some great-outdoors time is a lot more fun when you don’t have to forgo all the creature comforts. A portable power station is just what you need to keep your travel fridges, lights, phones, stoves, and more running when you need them. And if you’re a parent, it also represents a compromise for getting kids outside of their comfort zone without forcing them to be totally disconnected from their devices.

Even if you’re just heading on a family road trip, the DELTA 2 is a handy charging source for up to 15 devices at once (no more fighting over the two USB ports in your car!). And, if you really want to be mobile, go for a smart technology-enabled power station—it’s easy to control the WiFi-supporting, Bluetooth-enabled DELTA 2 from the EcoFlow app, allowing you to monitor and control energy usage at home, even when you're not there.

If you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or tailgating before the big game, a portable power station can run your speakers, string lights, fridge, even an outdoor movie projector. And you won’t have to recharge often: The EcoFlow DELTA 2 boasts a long battery life, capable of 3,000 battery cycles, for a charge that’s five times longer than the industry average.

Whether you’re planning to use yours for fun or safety or both, a portable power station is a smart investment that will make life easier for years to come. And there’s never been a better time to buy one—if you’re ready to get your own EcoFlow power station, use the code EFSD5OFF for 5% off all DELTA 2 orders until November 17th.

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