EcoFlow Wave answers the question ‘do I need air conditioning outside?’

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EcoFlow is taking a break from its usual pursuit of making big-ass batteries to launch a portable air conditioner that would give campers, RV roamers, and everyone living the van life more incentive to own a few of the aforementioned batteries. The EcoFlow Wave is a portable air conditioner that claims to have the world's most powerful cooling and longest run time.

Keeping cool isn't just for places with permanent walls or any walls at all, as you can see from the environment of the gentleman pictured above.

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The unit weighs in at 55.98 lbs with the 1,008Wh add-on battery attached. The promotional hook is similar to the ones used in earlier EcoFlow projects, but this one isn't a crowdfunded project. The most expensive option for the Delta Pro power station is $3,999, which includes the largest EcoWave battery pack available and the ability to power the unit for up to 12 hours.

The makers of the units claim that they will have a cooling capacity of 4,000Btu, which is the highest among battery-powered portable air conditioners, and will cool an 86- degree day. The area of a four-person tent is the optimal size for fast cooling.

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The Wave can be plugged into solar panels, car outlets, portable power stations, or wall sockets to charge up, and as long as humidity is below 70 percent, its condensation water should evaporate automatically. It can be controlled with an app.

I'm not sure if the EcoFlow Wave will convince the target market that the best way to experience time in the warming environment is by bringing along an electric comfort device. The company claims that with solar panels, you can fully charge the add-on battery in as little as five hours.