Go off the grid with these solar-powered backup batteries and accessories

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  • December 19, 2021

Having a reliable power source could mean the difference between barely surviving and thriving — especially when you’re going off the grid. You never know when you’ll need a charge. Maybe you need to cook up something on a camping trip for some energy. Or perhaps you need to call for help, but your phone is at zero power. If you’re out in the wilderness, one of the best ways to get the power you need is with a little help from the sun.

Here are 17 different solar-powered accessories for those who are going off the grid — and those who just want to be prepared for a day when they might.

HyperGear Solar 10,000mAh Power Bank

With an industry-leading 21 to 25 percent solar energy conversion rate, the HyperGear Solar can provide enough power to rapidly charge two gadgets at once via dual USB ports. It’s also got a built-in compass and LED flashlight for emergency situations. Snag it on sale for only $34.99 (regularly $39).

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HyperGear Solar 10,000mAh Power Bank

$34.99 at the Mashable Shop

Sun Chaser 20,000mAh Solar-Powered Wireless Phone Charger

Using the power of the sun, this charger can simultaneously power up to two gadgets via USB ports, and another via a Qi wireless pad. If you run into trouble at night, it also packs an LED floodlight that can illuminate an area up to 20 square feet. Get this double-duty portable charger for just $59.99 (regularly $129).

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Sun Chaser 20,000mAh Solar-Powered Wireless Phone Charger

$59.99 at the Mashable Shop

GoSun Chill Solar Cooler

This cooler requires no ice cubes, but can keep its contents at a set temperature between -4 and 68 degrees Fahrenheit. You can charge it up with the power of the sun, an AC adapter, 12V cord, and more. It’s usually $749, but you can snag it on sale for just $635 for a limited time.

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GoSun Chill Solar Cooler

$635 at the Mashable Shop

GoSun Go® Portable Solar Oven

If you can see your shadow, then you can cook just about anything with this lightweight grill on the go. It’s just 14 inches and weighs only 2 pounds, so it’s perfect for hiking adventures, camping trips, beach days, and more. Grab it on sale for $116 (regularly $139) for a limited time.

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GoSun Go® Portable Solar Oven

$116 at the Mashable Shop

Sun Chaser Mini 10,000mAh Solar-Powered Wireless Phone Charger

This mini power bank has a built-in solar panel to help make sure that it’s always got energy stored and is ready to use. With a standard Qi wireless pad and three USB ports, it can deliver much-needed power to four hungry devices all at once. It’s usually $119, but you can snag the Sun Chaser Mini for only $44.99 for a limited time.

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Sun Chaser Mini 10,000mAh Solar-Powered Wireless Phone Charger

$44.99 at the Mashable Shop

HomePower ONE: Backup Battery Power Station

This backup power station packs up to seven days of power supply on a single charge, which means you can charge your gadgets and operate your home appliances in the event of an emergency. It has three AC outlets, two USB-C outputs, one USB-A with 5V, one USB-A with Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0, and one car outlet with 12V, so it can accommodate a wide variety of devices. For that reason, its retail price is $1,299, but you can snag it on sale for only $949.99 for a limited time.

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HomePower ONE: Backup Battery Power Station

$949.99 at the Mashable Shop

Generark Solar Generator: HomePower ONE + SolarPower ONE

Get the HomePower ONE backup power station, which delivers up to seven days of emergency energy supply for a variety of devices and appliances, along with a portable solar panel that offers ultra-fast recharging for any crucial battery-powered device. The bundle is typically $1,897, but you can snag it for only $1,399. 

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Generark Solar Generator: HomePower ONE + SolarPower ONE

$1,399 at the Mashable Shop

25,000mAh Solar Power Bank

This power bank unfolds to reveal three solar panels that use the sun’s power to recharge the bank to its full 25,000mAh capacity. It has a 5W wireless charging pad, two USB ports, and a USB-C port to power up to four devices at once, plus a built-in LED torch in case you need it. Get it on sale for just $69.99 (regularly $89) for a limited time.

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25,000mAh Solar Power Bank

$69.99 at the Mashable Shop

EcoFlow 110W Solar Panel

Get endless power off the grid with this high-transparency solar panel that offers a conversion rate up to 22 percent. It’s portable, foldable, and completely waterproof, making it perfect for adventures. It’s usually $399, but you can take 27% off and get it for $289.99 for a limited time.

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EcoFlow 110W Solar Panel

$289.99 at the Mashable Shop

EcoFlow 160W Solar Panel

Slightly larger with 50 more watts, this solar panel is also great for off-grid life. It offers the same powerful conversion rate, is portable, foldable, and waterproof, and even comes with a case that doubles as a kickstand. Get it for only $399 (regularly $449) with the code ECOFLOW10.

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EcoFlow 160W Solar Panel

$399 at the Mashable Shop with code ECOFLOW10

EcoFlow RIVER Power Station + 110W Solar Panel

Great if you’re off the grid or in the event of an emergency, the RIVER power station can power up to 10 devices simultaneously and bring a completely dead device back to 80 percent charge in less than an hour. It also comes with the portable, foldable, high-transparency EcoFlow 110W solar panel — all for just $748.99.

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EcoFlow RIVER Power Station with 110W Solar Panel

$748.99 at the Mashable Shop

EcoFlow RIVER Pro Power Station + 110W Solar Panel

Whether for a home backup or off-the-grid power, the RIVER Pro packs even more capacity for the long haul. It can power up a laptop 10 times or even give you five hours of TV time. Snag it, along with the EcoFlow 110W solar panel, for just $979.99 (regularly $1,049) for a limited time.

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EcoFlow RIVER Pro Power Station with 110W Solar Panel

$979.99 at the Mashable Shop

EcoFlow RIVER Pro + 160W Solar Panel

With its massive 768Wh capacity, ability to power up 10 devices at once, and lightweight design, the RIVER Pro is a force to be reckoned with. Pair it with the larger 160W solar panel to really let it shine off the grid. This package is usually $1,099, but you can get it on sale now for $999.95.

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EcoFlow RIVER Pro + 160W Solar Panel

$999.95 at the Mashable Shop

EcoFlow DELTA + 110W Solar Panel

Specifically designed for off-grid life, the DELTA has a massive energy reservoir that can power home appliances and heavy-duty DIY tools under 1,800W. It has six 1,800W AC outlets, yet can be recharged via solar panel in just four hours. Use the code ECO10 and get the DELTA power station and a 110W solar panel for $1,429 (regularly $1,798).

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EcoFlow DELTA + 110W Solar Panel

$1,429 at the Mashable Shop with code ECO10

EcoFlow DELTA + 160W Solar Panel

For the ultimate power supply, you can get the DELTA, plus the 160W solar panel for only a little bit more — just $1,489 (regularly $1,849) with the code ECO10. You’ll be able to give juice to a baker’s dozen of devices, and fast.

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EcoFlow DELTA + 160W Solar Panel

$1,489 at the Mashable Shop with code ECO10

EcoFlow RIVER Max + 110W Solar Panel

The RIVER Max delivers up to 576Wh of battery capacity that charges to full in just 96 minutes flat. You can remove the extra battery if you need to ditch the extra weight on the go, and still charge up to 10 devices at once via its 288Wh capacity. It also comes with the 110W solar panel, all for only $689.95 (regularly $889).

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EcoFlow RIVER Max + 110W Solar Panel

$689.95 at the Mashable Shop

BougeRV 180W 12V Monocrystalline Solar Panel

This multipurpose solar panel is compatible with on-grid and off-grid inverters, so it can be used to power your home or keep your devices alive on the go. It can withstand high winds, snow, water, and even perform in low-light conditions. Buy it on sale for $174.99 (regularly $192) for a limited time.

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BougeRV 180W 12V Monocrystalline Solar Panel

$174.99 at the Mashable Shop

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