Amazon is selling a $70 solar panel for only $28, and shoppers say it 'generates a surprising amount of power'
"Best solar panel I have ever used!"
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If you're headed off-grid for a few days, don't get caught without power when there's a chance you might need it. With a portable charger or solar power panel, you can stay connected and prepared for an emergency. Right now, Amazon has a great deal on the $70 Marbero 30-Watt Portable Solar Panel, which can be yours for just $28.
Marbero 30-Watt Portable Solar Panel, $28 (was $70) at Amazon
This foldable solar panel can convert solar energy into as much as 30 watts of electricity in optimal weather, but reviews say it performs well during overcast days as well. The panel is made of monocrystalline silicon and Oxford cloth, and has a waterproof rating of IP65. It's also dustproof and safe to use outdoors during high temperatures. It weighs just 1.58 pounds and is roughly the size of a small laptop.
Marbero includes several different DC power cables and adapters with the panel, and shoppers say they've had great luck getting it to work well with their existing portable chargers and power banks. A blue indicator light will let you know when it's charging, and it's got plenty of standard USB ports for powering all your devices while you're off the grid — including Quick Charge 3.0 and USB Type-C.
"I got these to go with a battery charger I was bringing camping and was very happy that it worked with my charger," wrote another reviewer. "It looks really nice and folds away well. Installation was super easy, and setup was quick. I feel the charging speed is great for the wattage; it's got good value and good build quality. I'd love to buy a 100-watt solar panel from this company."
"Best solar panel I have ever used! I had a very specific need — a panel with particular dimensions to fit in my car — and this panel fit perfectly," another shopper wrote. "Beyond the fit, its performance has exceeded my expectations; even on cloudy days, it generates a surprising amount of power. I'm really impressed with the quality and how well it works."
If you plan on camping or hiking for a few days in the wilderness, don't leave your iPad, phone, or Kindle at home — get 59% off the Marbero 30-Watt Portable Solar Panel at Amazon and keep the power on when you need it.
