Field & Stream Names Four Top Solar Generators for Camping and Backup

Field & Stream writer Meg Carney has picked four solar generators for different jobs, from home backup to light camping. Her guide says the right choice depends mostly on what you plan to power.

Key points

• Best overall: The Goal Zero Yeti 700 has a 677 Wh battery, 600 W of continuous output and seven port types. Carney says it can run a full-size refrigerator for around 28 hours, though its 46-pound weight may be too much for some travelers.
• Best for camping: The 22-pound Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 stores 1002 Wh and puts out 1000 W, with a listed solar charge time of just under seven hours.
• Best for RVs: The EcoFlow Delta 2 offers 1260 Wh, 1800 W of continuous output and 13 charging ports. It refills from a wall outlet in 96 minutes, or in 4 to 8 hours with suitable solar panels.
• Most portable: The 18-pound Anker 521 PowerHouse holds 256 Wh and has a built-in floodlight, but it cannot run devices over 500 W, such as toasters or microwaves.

Quick take

Carney, who has lived in a range of vehicles and owns a generator from one of the listed brands, judged the picks on longevity, portability, ease of use and company policies such as warranties. Her buying guide also covers panel types, surge capacity and backup charging from a wall outlet or a running vehicle.

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