Here is a list with Top 5 best solar chargers
#1. Powermonkey eXplorer – Portable Charger with Solar Slave
Compatible with the majority of mobile phones, iPods, MP3 / MP4, PDAs and portable games consoles including the Sony PSP and Nintendo DS-Lite. A range of add on adaptors to fit different electronic devices.
This is the best solar charger I have ever tested. It charged my iPod and my mobile phone in a few hours.
Powermonkey eXplorer solar charger pros:
- uses 110V or 220V
- it doesn’t require too much light to work. Place it near the window and it will start charging your gadgets
- has all the necessary adapters for power
- includes many tips for electronic devices including the iPod and iPhone as well as others like the Razor phone
- it is compact and light
In conclusion Powermonkey eXplorer is a quality charger which will make it’s job perfectly: it will charge your electronics even there isn’t much light.
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#2. USB + AA Solar Panel Charger
Ultra compact, ultra lightweight and yet very durable, the PowerFlim USB + AA Solar Charger is ideal for everyday use. The USB + AA Solar Charger charges most small USB devices.
Proprietary charging circuitry maximizes charge into the batteries. It provides full charge in four hours of full sun, and with a charging light on the side of the enclosure, indicates charging status.
Six grommets are built into the charger to allow for secure fastening to a pack or to the ground. Direct integration of the PowerFilm flexible solar panels onto the fabric allows for easy storage into a pocket.
USB + AA Solar Panel Charger pros:
- folds up compactly to fit into a pocket
- charges AA batteries and USB devices
- full charge in four hours of full sun
- indicates charging status
USB + AA Solar Panel Charger is a smart solar charger which work like a 2 in one device: first it chargers 2 AA rechargeable batteries and after that even if there is no sun you can use the batteries to charge the gadgets you want.
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#3. Kiwi U-Powered Solar & USB Portable Charger
KIWI U-Powered is the first in a family of innovative and environmentally-friendly products by KIWI Choice. Unlike other portable chargers, KIWI U-Powered can be charged from any power source such as a USB port, car charger, wall charger or the sun. Once charged, KIWI U-Powered is used both as a backup power source for electronics, such as cell phones, Blackberries, iPods, iPhones, digital cameras, and universal chargers for all these devices. With the evolution of this new portable power category, KIWI Choice carefully studied the market needs and successfully introduced the best portable power solution available; KIWI U-Powered. When looking for a new portable charger, you need to check for its versatility, capacity, compatibility and environmental friendliness.
With the versatility to charge from any power source, including the sun, a power capacity of 2000 mAh and 11 free connectors; KIWI U-Powered is easily the market leader in this product category. Since the KIWI U-Powered stores its energy for the life of the product, it makes it the most environmentally responsible choice. The fact that solar energy and USB ports are universal means KIWI U-Powered can give you power anywhere in the world.
Kiwi U-Powered Solar & USB Portable Charger pros:
- gives you access to power anywhere
- charge it from the sun, USB port, wall or car charger
- compatible with all your devices. There is no need to pay extra for additional connectors (includes 11 tips)
Cons:
- variety comes with a downside. Lots of little pieces that can be lost. Luckily those pieces have their own little bag
- it doesn’t have a Zune adapter
If you are not a Zune user you will love the Kiwi U-Powered Solar & USB Portable Charger because it comes with 11 tips so you won’t have to pay extra for additional connectors.
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#4. MOLASOLAR Solar Charger Portable Hybrid
Charge mode: USB port / AC adapter /Sunlight. It is compatible with mobile phones,iPod,3G iPhone,PDA, MP3/MP4 player,PSP,NDS,GPS and other digital devices.
It comes with these standard accessories: One USB convert to DC cable 5 pcs charge tips: (iPod x 1,Nokia x 1, SonyEricsson x 1,Samsung x 1,Motorola x 1).
MOLASOLAR Solar Charger Portable Hybrid pros:
- eco-friendly
- emergency backup for Powered cut
- compatible: mobile phones,iPod,3G iPhone,PDA, MP3/MP4 player,PSP,NDS,GPS etc
Cons:
- if you want more accessories you must buy them separately
MOLASOLAR Solar Charger Portable Hybrid is simple to use and it will charge your electronics without problems.
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#5. Scosche SolBAT II Solar Powered Backup Battery and Charger
Use your existing USB cable to charge most devices including iPod iPhone MP3 Blackberry and more Internal 1500ma Lithium-Ion battery stores power for whenever you need it and recharges from the sun or the included USB cable Includes windshield mount cradle & universal carbineer mount Output: 5v 500ma.
Scosche SolBAT II Solar Powered Backup Battery and Charger pros:
- use your existing USB cable to charge most devices, including iPod, iPhone, MP3, Blackberry and more
- internal 1500mAh Lithium-Ion battery stores power for whenever you need it and recharges from the sun or the included USB cable
- includes windshield mount cradle & universal carbineer mount
Cons:
- some users reported they couldn’t charge Motorola Karma
- it does not include additional adapters
Scosche SolBAT II Solar Powered Backup Battery and Charger is simple solar charger but you must check if the included adapters are compatible with your gadgets – if not consider the price of extra adaptors as well.
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