Do portable solar generators really work?

Amid the range of power stations, portable “solar generators” give you a way to draw in clean electric power from our most abundant resource, sunlight. However, using one effectively is a little more complicated than many people realize.

Can a solar generator use solar power?

A solar generator can't actually harness solar power unless you have both. What’s more, most of these generators are large enough that charging up exclusively with solar power usually isn't feasible: More often than not, you’ll need to plug it in to charge, then use solar power to keep it going as long as possible.

Are portable solar panels a good idea?

With portable solar panels and a solar generator, you don’t need to be near the power grid to get the energy you want. You can be camping, backpacking, road tripping or living off the grid and still enjoy the perks of working on your laptop, watching a movie on your tablet, recharging your digital camera or reading on an e-reader.

Is the ecoflow Delta Pro A good solar generator?

The EcoFlow Delta Pro is a large portable power station, with an output that rivals some gas portable generators. When sold in a bundle with solar panels, like the package with two 220-watt portable panels we tested, it becomes a powerful solar generator.

How to choose the best portable solar setup?

You can be camping, backpacking, road tripping or living off the grid and still enjoy the perks of working on your laptop, watching a movie on your tablet, recharging your digital camera or reading on an e-reader. In terms of choosing the best portable solar setup for your needs, consider the demands of the devices you will be charging.