Our editor-tested and researched portable and whole-home options keep appliances and other essentials running during an emergency—no matter what.

A power outage can create a panic situation that leaves you scrambling to charge your phone and keep the food in your refrigerator cold. A solar generator offers a backup power solution that can keep ...

Editor’s Note — February 2026: We’ve updated our story to make sure items are in stock and available, plus we added a new selection, the Goal Zero 1500 power station paired with a 200-watt solar panel ...

I’m a long-time generator user, and my current setup includes a decade-old gas generator, an electric portable power station, and various charging banks. This experience informed our research into ...

Grab a high-capacity solar generator or portable power station for as low as $398 during Amazon's Prime Day sale. By Stan Horaczek Updated Oct 8, 2024 4:29 AM EDT Add Popular Science (opens in a new ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Depending on where you're living, a portable generator can be a handy convenience or a necessity. Disaster-prone areas often require these ...

Save on solar generators and portable power stations from popular brands like Jackery, Bluetti, and EF EcoFlow. You'll be glad to have a backup in an emergency. By Stan Horaczek Published Oct 7, 2025 ...