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SolarPanel 10+
BioLite
The SolarPanel 10+ adds a buffer battery to a 10 W folding panel, which smooths charging when clouds pass. **Highlights** - Built-in 3,200 mAh buffer - Folding design - Available when checked **Watch-outs** - Measured only 5 W in sun - Heavy - Micro-USB input 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
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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Specs side by side
| Spec | SolarPanel 10+ | Nomad 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Rated panel power | 10 W | 20 W |
| Ports | 1 x USB-A out, Micro-USB in | USB 5V up to 2.1A (10.5 W max); 8mm solar port up to 20 W |
| Built-in battery | 3,200 mAh | None |
| Weight | 1.21 lb (550 g) per maker | 2.28 lb (1.03 kg) per maker |
| Water rating | IPX4 per maker | — |
| Measured output | 5 W USB-A sun (Outdoor Life) | — |
| Wild10 evidence | Research only, not field tested | Research only, not field tested |
| Best for | Buffered folding option | Camp panel for small power stations |
What our reviewers liked and didn't
SolarPanel 10+
- Built-in 3,200 mAh buffer
- Folding design
- Available when checked
- Measured only 5 W in sun
- Heavy
- Micro-USB input
Nomad 20
- 8mm solar output up to 20 W
- Kickstand
- Available when checked
- 2.28 lb
- USB-A only
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