Editor's Note: Our solar charger review was updated on November 13, 2024, to give more detailed comparisons. The Jackery SolarSaga 100 once again is our favorite high-wattage solar charger. This lightweight panel is more affordable than most 100-watt solar panels and also performs as well as the best of them.
The kickstand is made with a thin, centered style that adjusts up to 180 degrees, making it great for sliding on a backpack loop for charging your devices as you walk (but be careful—solar panels get hot!). EcoFlow’s Bifacial solar panel stands as the best option for heavy-duty charging.
The Goal Zero Nomad 50 is a larger solar charger that also wins our award for Best Solar Charger for Car Campingand Best Solar Charger for Basecamping and our Best Upgrade Solar Chargeraward. At 50 watts, it’s the biggest and heaviest solar charger we tried.
I called in 13 different solar chargers from nine different manufacturers for testing. The main criteria was that it be a portable panel that you can use to charge a small electronic device, like a smartphone or a tablet, without the need for a power bank as an intermediary.
The X-Dragon 20W is a great value for a 20-watt portable solar panel. The FlexSolar 40W is a high-output model that easily unfolds from the size of a large book into six solar panels. This is our top choice if you want an easy-to-use solar charger setup that doesn't sacrifice wattage.
Make sure to place your panels in ideal locations to capture sunlight and avoid running out of juice sooner than expected. Features such as kickstands and legs can help create a more optimal angle for charging. Choosing the right location for your solar charger can make a big difference in charging capabilities.
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