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Solar-Ready · LiFePO4 · Silent · Fume-Free

Power from the sun,fuel-free and silent.

A solar generator pairs a battery with panels, so you make your own power and never buy fuel. Run the fridge, lights, and devices through an outage, or live off-grid. Silent, fume-free, safe indoors.

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Browse every solar generator we carry, from 250Wh units for phones and camp gear to expandable whole-home systems over 3kWh. Each pairs a LiFePO4 battery with solar input, so you make your own power, fuel-free, silent, and safe indoors.

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Buying guide

How to choose a solar generator

How Does a Solar Generator Work?

A solar generator is a battery paired with solar panels. The panels turn sunlight into power, the battery stores it, and you run your gear from the outlets. You make your own electricity, so you never buy fuel and there is nothing to refill.

You can also recharge from a wall outlet or your car, so the battery is full before a storm and the panels keep it topped off after.

How Many Watt-Hours Do You Need?

Capacity is measured in watt-hours (Wh). Add up the watts of what you want to run, then multiply by the hours you need. A 100-watt device for 10 hours needs about 1,000 Wh. Match the battery to your job:

  • Phones, laptops, camp lights: 250 to 500 Wh
  • CPAP overnight or a mini-fridge: 500 to 1,000 Wh
  • Fridge, WiFi, and lights through an outage: 1,500 to 3,000 Wh
  • Whole-home essentials off-grid: 3,000 Wh and up, expandable

How Much Solar Panel Do You Need?

Panel wattage sets how fast you recharge. A 200-watt panel refills a 1,000 Wh battery in roughly 5 to 8 hours of good sun. To stay ahead of daily use, match your panel wattage to how much you draw each day. More panels mean faster charging and true off-grid living.

Why LiFePO4 Batteries Matter

Every unit we carry uses LiFePO4, or lithium iron phosphate, cells. They last 3,000 to 4,000 charge cycles, about 10 years of regular use, and stay safe under heavy load. Older lithium-ion fades after 500 to 800 cycles, so LiFePO4 is worth the small extra cost.

Can It Power My Home Off-Grid?

Yes, with the right size. A 2,000 to 3,000 Wh unit covers the essentials. Expandable flagships like the Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus grow to 21 kWh, enough to run a home for days when paired with panels and a transfer switch. Buy expandable if you plan to cut the cord.

Who These Are For

A solar generator is the fuel-free way to stay powered. Homeowners keep the fridge and medical gear running through outages. Cabins and RVs live off-grid on sunlight. Anyone who wants quiet, clean backup that never needs gas starts here.

Common questions

Before you buy

What is a solar generator?+

A solar generator is a battery paired with solar panels. The panels make power from sunlight, the battery stores it, and you run your devices from the outlets. There is no fuel, no fumes, and no noise.

How many watt-hours do I need?+

Add up the watts of what you want to run, then multiply by the hours you need. A refrigerator uses about 1,000 to 2,000 watt-hours a day, so a 1,000 Wh unit keeps it cold for 10 to 24 hours. For multi-day or whole-home backup, choose 3,000 Wh or an expandable unit.

How much solar panel do I need?+

Panel wattage sets your recharge speed. A 200-watt panel refills a 1,000 Wh battery in about 5 to 8 hours of good sun. Match your panel wattage to your daily draw so you stay ahead of what you use.

How long does it take to recharge from solar?+

It depends on panel wattage and sunlight. As a rule, a 200-watt panel adds about 1,000 Wh in 5 to 8 hours of strong sun. More panels recharge faster and let you run off-grid indefinitely.

Can a solar generator run my whole house?+

It can run your essentials, and the biggest models can back up a whole home. A 2,000 to 3,000 Wh unit covers the fridge, WiFi, and lights. Expandable flagships like the Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus reach 21 kWh with a transfer switch for whole-home, multi-day power.

Can I use a solar generator indoors?+

Yes. A solar generator produces no fumes and no carbon monoxide, so it is safe to run inside your home, unlike a gas generator. It also runs silently, which is ideal for bedrooms and medical equipment.

What is LiFePO4 and why does it matter?+

LiFePO4, or lithium iron phosphate, is the battery chemistry in every unit we carry. It lasts 3,000 to 4,000 charge cycles, roughly 10 years, and stays safe under heavy load. It costs a little more than older lithium-ion but lasts far longer.

Is a solar generator or a gas generator better?+

A solar generator makes free power from the sun, runs silent, and is safe indoors. A gas generator runs as long as you have fuel and delivers more sustained power for heavy loads. Many people keep a solar generator for quiet, clean backup and a gas unit for long outages.

Can I add more panels or batteries later?+

Yes, on expandable models. Units like the Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus and Anker SOLIX F3000 accept extra batteries and panels, so you can grow from essential backup to whole-home, off-grid power over time.

Do solar generators work on cloudy days?+

They still charge on cloudy days, just slower, often at 10 to 25 percent of rated panel output. That is why we suggest keeping the battery topped off from the wall before a storm and letting the panels extend your runtime after.