CR's experts pick the best portable solar panels and battery chargers to power devices like phones and laptops, plus back-up batteries and power stations.

The Bluetti Charger 2 is the company's latest charger for van life, RVs and digital nomads. I took a look at CES 2026. Ajay has worked in tech journalism for over a decade as a reporter, analyst, ...

Discover how portable solar chargers, solar leaf chargers, and solar power banks make everyday renewable energy gadgets practical for phones, travel, and emergencies with clear, objective guidance.

A popular solar charger for cell phones that Walmart lists as a “best seller” is now marked down to a price that’s so low, you can buy more than one. And it’s so small, you can fit it in your pocket.

The sun is finally making a comeback, which means festivals, garden parties and – most thrillingly of all – the prospect of harvesting free electricity from the sky using one of the best portable ...

Either a large power bank or a solar charger can serve you well on your next camping trip, depending on your needs. Here's ...