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Nomad 20

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Nomad 20

Goal Zero

The Nomad 20 is a camp panel. It is too heavy for most backpacks but can charge Goal Zero banks through its 8mm port. **Highlights** - 8mm solar output up to 20 W - Kickstand - Available when checked **Watch-outs** - 2.28 lb - USB-A only Research only: Wild10 has not field tested this model. Specifications come from the maker page; any measured figure is credited to the outlet that measured it.

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15W ETFE Foldable Solar Charger

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15W ETFE Foldable Solar Charger

SunJack

The SunJack 15W gave the best measured output for its weight in the independent data we found, and it has both USB-C and USB-A. **Highlights** - Strong measured USB-C output - USB-C and USB-A - IP67 USB ports per maker - In stock at SunJack when checked **Watch-outs** - No built-in battery - 1.4 lb panel only per maker Research only: Wild10 has not field tested this model. Specifications come from the maker page; any measured figure is credited to the outlet that measured it.

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Nomad 20 versus 15W ETFE Foldable Solar Charger specifications
SpecNomad 2015W ETFE Foldable Solar Charger
Rated panel power20 W15 W
PortsUSB 5V up to 2.1A (10.5 W max); 8mm solar port up to 20 W1 x USB-C, 1 x USB-A (5V/3A each), 15 W max combined
Built-in batteryNoneNone
Weight2.28 lb (1.03 kg) per maker1.4 lb (0.64 kg) panel only, per maker
Wild10 evidenceResearch only, not field testedResearch only, not field tested
Best forCamp panel for small power stationsBest balance for backpacking
Folded—7.8 x 8.82 x 1 in
Measured output—10.1 W USB-C sun, 4.8 W USB-C cloud (Outdoor Life)

What our reviewers liked and didn't

Nomad 20

  • 8mm solar output up to 20 W
  • Kickstand
  • Available when checked
  • 2.28 lb
  • USB-A only

15W ETFE Foldable Solar Charger

  • Strong measured USB-C output
  • USB-C and USB-A
  • IP67 USB ports per maker
  • In stock at SunJack when checked
  • No built-in battery
  • 1.4 lb panel only per maker

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