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EcoFlow WAVE 3 Review | 44 Data compared

Avg. price:~£790Cooling capacity:6100 BTU/hMaximum room size:17 m²Maximum noise level:58 dBHeating function:yesCooling Energy Efficiency Class:A

EcoFlow WAVE 3 Review: Compare 44 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Portable Air Conditioners category and whether it is worth buying.

EcoFlow WAVE 3
7.0/10

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 10
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What it is
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Score components

80%

6.9

Technical score

20%

7.5

User score

▲Better than 53% of portable air conditioners
5.8

Value for money

Value for money
5.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Air Conditioners category with their prices.
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Score components

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

3.1

Price

▼Worse than 97%
6.9

Technical score

Technical score
6.9/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Air Conditioners category across these key areas: Performance, Features, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Portable Air Conditioners category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

55%

5.9

Performance

30%

8.3

Features

15%

7.7

Design

▲Better than 54%
7.5

User score

User score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Air Conditioners category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Portable Air Conditioners category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

7.1

User ratings

30%

8.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▼Worse than 78%
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Technical Specifications of portable air conditioner EcoFlow WAVE 3

Technical score
Technical score
6.9/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Air Conditioners category across these key areas: Performance, Features, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Portable Air Conditioners category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
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Score components:

55%

5.9

Performance

30%

8.3

Features

15%

7.7

Design

6.9
User score
User score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Air Conditioners category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Portable Air Conditioners category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

7.1

User ratings

30%

8.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.5
Popularity
Popularity
8.5/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Portable Air Conditioners category.
When it matters
When you prefer products in the Portable Air Conditioners category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
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Popularity:
EcoFlow WAVE 3 has a popularity score of 8.5 points, which is higher than 80% of products in this category.
8.5
Value for money
Value for money
5.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Air Conditioners category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Portable Air Conditioners category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

3.1

Price

5.8
Cooling capacity
6,100 BTU/h
This portable air conditioner delivers 6,100 BTU/h cooling capacity, which is lower than that of 96.3% of portable air conditioners and equal to that of 0.5% of portable air conditioners.
Rated input power
690 W
This portable air conditioner draws 690 W, which is lower than the power draw of 92.9% of portable air conditioners.
Cooling-mode power draw.
Cooling Energy Efficiency Class
A
This portable air conditioner has cooling energy efficiency class A, which ranks lower than 10.7% of portable air conditioners and equal to 89.4% of portable air conditioners.
Official EU cooling energy efficiency class.
Heating energy efficiency class
?
Number of speeds
5
This portable air conditioner offers 5 fan speeds, which is more than 100% of portable air conditioners.
Manual discrete fan-speed levels counted; automatic and continuous modes were excluded.
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Fan-only mode
yes
This portable air conditioner includes a fan-only mode. 99.5% of portable air conditioners support this mode.
Airflow direction control
none
This portable air conditioner provides none airflow direction control, which ranks lower than 73.1% of portable air conditioners and equal to 26.9% of portable air conditioners.
Night mode
yes
This portable air conditioner includes a dedicated night mode. 74.3% of portable air conditioners offer night mode.
Timer
yes
This portable air conditioner includes a built-in timer. 99.5% of portable air conditioners feature a timer.
Maximum timer duration
24 hours
This portable air conditioner supports a timer of up to 24 hours, which is longer than that of 7.4% of portable air conditioners and equal to that of 92.6% of portable air conditioners.
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Color
black
Display
yes
This portable air conditioner includes an integrated display. 99.5% of portable air conditioners feature a display.
Control type
touch and physical
Remote control
no
This portable air conditioner does not come with a remote control. 99% of portable air conditioners include a remote.
Handles
yes
This portable air conditioner includes built-in handles for easier carrying. 99.5% of portable air conditioners feature handles.
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EcoFlow WAVE 3 vs the average portable air conditioner

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  • Uses an inverter compressor
    This portable air conditioner uses an inverter compressor, the average portable air conditioner does not.
    Inverter compressor explicitly stated.
  • 310 W lower rated power draw
    This portable air conditioner draws less power than the average portable air conditioner (690 W vs 1000 W).
    Cooling-mode power draw.
    690 W vs 1,000 W
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This portable air conditioner supports Wi-Fi, the average portable air conditioner does not.
  • 6 dB quieter at maximum output
    This portable air conditioner is quieter at maximum output than the average portable air conditioner (58 dB vs 64 dB).
    Highest stated operating noise.
    58 dB vs 64 dB
  • 38.8% lower weight
    This portable air conditioner is lighter than the average portable air conditioner (15.6 kg vs 25.5 kg).
    15.6 kg vs 25.5 kg
  • 7 dB quieter minimum operation
    This portable air conditioner is quieter at minimum output than the average portable air conditioner (44 dB vs 51 dB).
    Lowest stated operating noise.
    44 dB vs 51 dB
  • Provides heating
    This portable air conditioner provides heating, the average portable air conditioner does not.
  • 2 more fan speeds
    This portable air conditioner offers more fan speeds than the average portable air conditioner (5 vs 3).
    Manual discrete fan-speed levels counted; automatic and continuous modes were excluded.
    5 vs 3
  • 42% more popular
    EcoFlow WAVE 3 is more popular than the average portable air conditioner (8.52 vs 6).
    8.52 vs 6.01
  • Uses an inverter compressor
    This portable air conditioner uses an inverter compressor, the average portable air conditioner does not.
    Inverter compressor explicitly stated.
  • 310 W lower rated power draw
    This portable air conditioner draws less power than the average portable air conditioner (690 W vs 1000 W).
    Cooling-mode power draw.
    690 W vs 1,000 W
  • 6 dB quieter at maximum output
    This portable air conditioner is quieter at maximum output than the average portable air conditioner (58 dB vs 64 dB).
    Highest stated operating noise.
    58 dB vs 64 dB
  • 7 dB quieter minimum operation
    This portable air conditioner is quieter at minimum output than the average portable air conditioner (44 dB vs 51 dB).
    Lowest stated operating noise.
    44 dB vs 51 dB
  • 2 more fan speeds
    This portable air conditioner offers more fan speeds than the average portable air conditioner (5 vs 3).
    Manual discrete fan-speed levels counted; automatic and continuous modes were excluded.
    5 vs 3
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This portable air conditioner supports Wi-Fi, the average portable air conditioner does not.
  • Provides heating
    This portable air conditioner provides heating, the average portable air conditioner does not.
  • 38.8% lower weight
    This portable air conditioner is lighter than the average portable air conditioner (15.6 kg vs 25.5 kg).
    15.6 kg vs 25.5 kg
  • 8.3 cm narrower cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is narrower than the average portable air conditioner (29.7 cm vs 38 cm).
    29.7 cm vs 38 cm
  • 37.4 cm shorter cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is shorter than the average portable air conditioner (33.6 cm vs 71 cm).
    33.6 cm vs 71 cm
  • 1.9 cm shallower cabinet
    This portable air conditioner is shallower than the average portable air conditioner (33.6 cm vs 35.5 cm).
    33.6 cm vs 35.5 cm
  • More limited airflow control
    This portable air conditioner provides none airflow direction control, while the average portable air conditioner offers automatic.
    none vs automatic
  • 2,900 BTU/h lower cooling capacity
    This portable air conditioner delivers lower cooling capacity than the average portable air conditioner (6100 BTU/h vs 9000 BTU/h).
    6,100 BTU/h vs 9,000 BTU/h
  • 13 m² smaller room coverage
    This portable air conditioner covers a smaller room area than the average portable air conditioner (17 m² vs 30 m²).
    Maximum recommended cooling area in m².
    17 m² vs 30 m²
  • No installation kit
    This portable air conditioner does not include a window installation kit, while the average portable air conditioner does.
    Window/installation kit is absent or sold separately.
  • 2 °C lower maximum temperature
    This portable air conditioner has a lower maximum temperature setting than the average portable air conditioner (30 °C vs 32 °C).
    30 °C vs 32 °C
  • No remote control
    This portable air conditioner does not include a remote control, while the average portable air conditioner does.
  • No wheels
    This portable air conditioner does not include wheels, while the average portable air conditioner does.
  • 2.26x more expensive
    EcoFlow WAVE 3 is more expensive than the average portable air conditioner (£790 vs £350).
    £790 vs £350
  • 2.26x more expensive
    EcoFlow WAVE 3 is more expensive than the average portable air conditioner (£790 vs £350).
    £790 vs £350
  • 22% worse value for money
    EcoFlow WAVE 3 offers worse value for money than the average portable air conditioner (5.85 vs 7.1).
    5.85 vs 7.13
  • 6.4% lower user score
    User score
    7.5/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Air Conditioners category.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how products in the Portable Air Conditioners category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
    Score distribution
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    EcoFlow WAVE 3
    the average portable air conditioner
    EcoFlow WAVE 3 has a lower user score than the average portable air conditioner (7.52 vs 8.000).
    7.52 vs 8
  • 2,900 BTU/h lower cooling capacity
    This portable air conditioner delivers lower cooling capacity than the average portable air conditioner (6100 BTU/h vs 9000 BTU/h).
    6,100 BTU/h vs 9,000 BTU/h
  • 13 m² smaller room coverage
    This portable air conditioner covers a smaller room area than the average portable air conditioner (17 m² vs 30 m²).
    Maximum recommended cooling area in m².
    17 m² vs 30 m²
  • 2 °C lower maximum temperature
    This portable air conditioner has a lower maximum temperature setting than the average portable air conditioner (30 °C vs 32 °C).
    30 °C vs 32 °C
  • 20 m³/h lower high-speed airflow
    This portable air conditioner delivers lower high-speed airflow than the average portable air conditioner (330 m³/h vs 350 m³/h).
    330 m³/h vs 350 m³/h
  • More limited airflow control
    This portable air conditioner provides none airflow direction control, while the average portable air conditioner offers automatic.
    none vs automatic
  • No installation kit
    This portable air conditioner does not include a window installation kit, while the average portable air conditioner does.
    Window/installation kit is absent or sold separately.
  • No remote control
    This portable air conditioner does not include a remote control, while the average portable air conditioner does.
  • No wheels
    This portable air conditioner does not include wheels, while the average portable air conditioner does.
  • 67.3% larger external volume
    This portable air conditioner has a larger external volume than the average portable air conditioner (33530.1 cm³ vs 102623.4 cm³).
    33,530.112 cm³ vs 102,623.407656 cm³

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Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about EcoFlow WAVE 3

  • High efficiency for off-grid use, especially when running on DC power, minimizing power loss
  • Excellent for small enclosed spaces like tents, camper vans, and RVs
  • Versatile 3-in-1 functionality: cooling, heating, and dehumidifying
  • Portable and compact design, making it ideal for camping and vans
  • Effective cooling, capable of reducing temperatures significantly in small spaces (8°C/15°F in 15 mins)
  • Strong integration with EcoFlow solar panels and batteries
  • Good, intuitive app control for scheduling and monitoring

What we don't like about EcoFlow WAVE 3

  • High cost compared to traditional portable AC units, making it a niche product
  • Cooling capability is limited by the quality of insulation in the tent or RV
  • Requires proper sealing of the space; not ideal for very large or poorly insulated rooms
  • Lower raw BTU power compared to cheaper, non-portable, mains-powered window AC units

Verdict

The EcoFlow WAVE 3 is a versatile, plug-and-play portable heat pump climate control system weighing 15.3 kg (33.7 lbs) and measuring 519x297x336 mm, specifically designed for small off-grid spaces up to 17 m² such as tents, RVs, and vans. It features a cooling capacity of 6,100 BTU (1,800W) and a heating capacity of 6,800 BTU (2,000W), enabling rapid temperature drops of 8°C (15°F) or rises of 9°C (17°F) in 15 minutes with a maximum airflow of 330 m³/h and quiet operation starting at 44 dB. Main advantages include multi-mode functionality (cooling, heating, fan, automatic, pet care, and dehumidification), multiple power options supporting AC, solar panels up to 400W, or direct DC-to-DC connection to EcoFlow Delta power stations, along with seamless Wi-Fi/Bluetooth app controls and auto-evaporation for cooling condensation. However, achieving up to 8 hours of wireless runtime requires purchasing a separate 1,024Wh LFP add-on battery that increases the total transport weight to 25 kg (55 lbs), its cooling coverage is restricted to small spaces, and standard 15-amp RV breakers can easily trip if not closely monitored during AC operation.

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