BigBlue SolarPowa 36 Portable Solar Panel
Last updated October 3, 2026
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A 36W foldable solar charger with up to 24% conversion — enough to charge phones and small devices on a road trip or at camp. $89.99.
Best for
A camper who wants more panel area than the SolarPowa 14 for faster daytime charging.
Overview
The BigBlue SolarPowa 36 is the larger of BigBlue’s foldable solar chargers, converting up to 24% of sunlight into power for road trips, sailing, beach days and camping — versus the roughly 15% efficiency of many cheaper panels.
The good
- 36W, more area than the SolarPowa 14
- Up to 24% efficiency
- Foldable and portable
The trade-offs
- No built-in battery — pair with a power bank for storage
- Bulkier than the 14W
Specifications
- Power
- 36W
- Efficiency
- Up to 24%
- Type
- Foldable solar charger
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