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Should you buy a solar generator or a power station?

Ideally, you want a solar generator that juices up your electronics quickly, but you also want a power station that can be charged up fairly quickly. This usually isn’t something you have to worry about with modern power stations from top brands like Jackery or EcoFlow. With solar generators, the tightest bottleneck is the solar panels themselves.

How much does a solar panel cost?

The most common addition is solar panels. These come in handy during a power blackout when you cannot recharge the solar generator from the outlet. A 200W solar panel costs between $150 and $250. If you want a flexible or foldable solar panel, expect to pay about $300.

How much does a solar generator cost?

Good examples include the 6kWh Goal Zero Yeti 6000X, the 4.8kWh Renogy Lycan 5000, and the 5.1kWh BLUETTI EP500. Expect to pay $5,000-$8,000 depending on accessories, grid-tie equipment, and solar panel choices. Pre-configured solar generators that can store more than 6kWh of energy are expensive and relatively new.

Is a whole house solar generator worth it?

It depends on your needs. If you just want to backup a few appliances, power the lights, and recharge your phone and other gadgets, then a whole house solar generator is worth it. It’s FAR less expensive than setting up a home solar system with roof mounted panels, a battery bank, miles of wiring and so on.

Can a solar generator power a small home?

A whole house solar generator is also a good choice for a small home with lower than average power needs. For instance, an off-grid cabin, an RV, or a tiny home. You can power most of your appliances with a solar generator with the exception of high-wattage systems like a water heater, oven, washer/dryer, and your central AC.

How much power does a solar generator have?

With its 300 watts of power and 280 Wh, we found that this generator can handle small home appliances and electronic devices, such as lamps, hair dryers, and laptops. Good For: Customers looking for a solar generator that’s easy to carry and can charge small devices.