Solar chargers are an efficient and eco-friendly solution for charging a smartphone and other essential tech gadgets while outdoors. Below are our favorite picks worth your attention today.

Most solar phone chargers will be a tad slower than the one that’s bundled with your smartphone. However, using green energy to keep your gadgets going makes the extra wait well worth it.

1Anker PowerPort Solar Charger

Anker PowerPort Solar Charger
$60

The Anker PowerPort three-panel solar charger is among the best options in its price range. It features two USB ports with a maximum output of 2.4A, so it can charge your devices rapidly. Lightweight, foldable, and weather-resistant, the PowerPort Solar has a robust solar capacity of 21 watts. 

 

2Aukey Solar Charger

Aukey Solar Charger

$60

Aukey’s solar charger is another great pick in its price range. It has four solar panels and a solar capacity of 28 watts, the latter of which is one of the biggest in this price range. The device has two 2.4A USB ports for fast charging, a weather-resistant body, and a sweet two-year warranty.

3Goal Zero Nomad 7 Plus Solar Panel

Goal Zero Nomad 7 Plus Solar Panel

$100

The Nomad 7 Plus solar panel by Goal Zero has 7 watts of solar capacity and a sole 1.4A USB output. LIghtweight and weatherproof, the device has a handy LED indicator that displays the solar intensity. You can further expand your Nomad 7 Plus kit with other Goal Zero accessories that include backup batteries for charging your tech in the dark. 

4Renogy E.Flex Portable Solar Panel

Renogy E.Flex Portable Solar Panel

$30

The Renogy E.Flex solar panel has a solar capacity of 5 watts and a single USB port for charging. Other key features of the device include a water-resistant build, device overcharge protection, and a number of different mounting options. You can order one E.Flex panel or a pair for twice the solar capacity.

5iClever Solar Charger

iClever Solar Charger

$57

What sets the iClever solar charger apart from its similarly priced competitors is the built-in 8,000mAh battery that enables you to store extra power for your devices. The charger has a solar capacity of 12 watts, one USB port, and a microUSB input for charging the built-in battery if necessary. The charger has foldable design and a weatherproof canvas cover.

6Goal Zero Nomad 7 Solar Panel

Goal Zero Nomad 7 Solar Panel

$70

The Goal Zero Nomad 7 solar panel has 7 watts of solar capacity and one USB port with a relatively modest power output of 1A. Available in black or a camouflage color pattern, the Nomad 7 has a rugged body that’s also weather-resistant. 

7Renogy Phoenix Portable Solar Generator

$670 BUY NOWThe Renogy Phoenix portable generator takes solar charging to a whole new level. Designed to look like a compact suitcase, the generator has a duo of panels with 20 watts of solar capacity, as well as a plethora of charging connectors. They include four USB ports, one AC plug, and a standard car cigarette input. You can expand the device's solar capacity with other Renogy products or simply charge its massive battery at home or in your car before heading outdoors. The built-in battery of the Phoenix has enough capacity to charge an iPhone 32 times or give a regular laptop five full charges. The device also has a built-in multi-mode LED light you can use in case of emergency.

$670

The Renogy Phoenix portable generator takes solar charging to a whole new level. Designed to look like a compact suitcase, the generator has a duo of panels with 20 watts of solar capacity, as well as a plethora of charging connectors. They include four USB ports, one AC plug, and a standard car cigarette input. You can expand the device’s solar capacity with other Renogy products or simply charge its massive battery at home or in your car before heading outdoors. 

The built-in battery of the Phoenix has enough capacity to charge an iPhone 32 times or give a regular laptop five full charges. The device also has a built-in multi-mode LED light you can use in case of emergency.