Various portable solar chargers for under $100 to charge tablets, smartphones and laptops

There was a successful kickstarter for a 10 watt and 15 watt portable solar charging system

A high powered, portable solar power station that charges all your gadgets directly from the sun with outlet speeds.

What is SunVolt?

SunVolt is a portable charging platform which will efficiently convert the sun’s rays into powerful charging current for your mobile electronic devices. On a clear day, a SunVolt Solar Power Station can charge multiple devices with the same speed as if they were plugged in and charged from the wall. A custom designed carrying case which is light, stylish, and functional, enables the system to be highly portable. In mere seconds, users can easily set up the panel, plug in their devices, and start the charging process. When charging is complete, the panel quickly and safely stores for future use.

However, it appears there are 10 watt portable solar chargers that are available at amazon and elsewhere online for under $100. There is a 36 watt portable solar charger available by ordering from China for $50-100.

$87.50 for 10 watts with battery pack and $62.70 with just the 10 watt portable solar charger

* 10 Watts high-efficiency mono-crystalline solar panel with foldable design offers excellent portability, ideal for emergency preparedness, backpacking, camping and other outdoor activities
* Built-in dual USB charging ports for directly plugging in iPhone, iPad and other USB compatible mobile devices
* Detachable high-capacity 5,200 mAh rechargeable lithium battery pack with two USB charging ports for easy & convenient power storage, compatible with iPhone, iPad and other USB equipped portable devices.
* Measures only 9 X 6 X 2 inches and weighs less than 1 lb

A 13.5 watt system for $159.

Alibaba has a portable 15 watt portable solar charger, but the minimum order is 50 units.

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$50-100 for 36 Watt foldable solar laptop charger SPC-36

$89 charger, 18 volt system

A 20 watt system for $150-180.

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