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This is such a handy little gadget for outdoorsy folks. It has a 288 Wh battery (that can deliver up to 300 watts), and most helpfully, a handy pop-up lantern that makes it ideal for hiking and camping. It can fast-charge all your devices, too, including phones, laptops, headphones, and cameras. The included XT60 port has a maximum solar input of 100 watts and can fully charge in around three or four hours. If you plan on hiking with it, consider the 60-W panel bundle ($299)<\/a>, as it folds down very small.<\/p>\n

From power cuts to camping trips, I\u2019ve used this solar generator more than any other and have tested it with a wide variety of different solar panels. It has an XT60 port with a maximum solar input of 600 watts and can charge in under two hours. The design is solid and durable, weighing in just under 30 pounds, and I find it relatively easy to lug around using the two strong handles. It offers a 1,024-watt-hour capacity and can deliver 2,000 watts (3,000-W surge).<\/p>\n

If you need more power, Anker offers a wide range, including the expandable Anker Solix F3000 with 400-W solar panel ($2,000)<\/a>.<\/p>\n

EcoFlow Solar Generators<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n

Another manufacturer that offers a wide range of solar generators, EcoFlow\u2019s power stations stand out on charging speed and can often be charged more quickly than competitors in the right circumstances. They also tend to feature robust build quality, generous port options, and easy expandability.<\/p>\n

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This stylish, compact design has the screen and ports at one end. It offers 1,024 watt-hours, can consistently provide 1,800 watts, with a 2,600-W surge mode. I\u2019m highlighting this model because of the two solar ports (XT60i) for faster solar charging up to 1,000 watts (500-W apiece). It can also charge from an outlet in an hour, has lots of ports (6 x AC, 1 x Car, 2 x USB-A, 2 x USB-C, 2 x DC5521), and can pull UPS duty with an impressive 10-millisecond response time. The only drawback I encountered was the fan noise. It wasn’t overly loud, but I found that it kicked in very frequently even under a low load.<\/p>\n

If you can get by with something smaller, the 768 watt-hour River 2 Pro is even more portable and has an XT60 port, but the maximum input is 220 watts. It\u2019s a nice size, with a big handle along the back, and can put out 800 watts (1,600-W surge). You can also buy it bundled with a 160-W solar panel ($569)<\/a>.<\/p>\n

EcoFlow\u2019s Delta range includes a ton of different capacities and designs bundled with various solar panel configurations.<\/p>\n

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Other Good Solar Generators I\u2019ve Tried<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n

GoalZero Yeti 1500 (2026) for $1,500<\/strong><\/a>: This 1,505 watt-hour capacity power station is built to last and can put out 2,000 watts (3,600-W surge). It\u2019s a solid choice for van life because it was designed to survive high-vibration environments and has a high-power 12V port capable of 30-amp output. The maximum solar input is 600 watts.<\/p>\n

DJI Power 2000 for $720<\/strong><\/a>: Offering 2,048 watt-hours with an output of 3,000 watts (3,600-W surge), this is a good option, but you need DJI\u2019s adapters to hook up solar, and it can get pricey. The fast charger enables a solar input up to 1,800 watts, but it costs $319 and is currently out of stock. I like several of DJI\u2019s smaller solar generators, too, and they can be a go-to choice for drone operators because there\u2019s support for fast charging.<\/p>\n

Solar Generators to Avoid<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n

I would avoid solar generators from brands you don\u2019t recognize with few online reviews. I also recommend avoiding devices with proprietary ports that tie you to their solar panels or require special adapters to use with other panels. Brands that I have tested that failed to impress include Vtoman and Dabbsson.<\/p>\n

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