Nomad 50, Foldable Monocrystalline 50 Watt Solar Panel with 8mm + USB Port, Portable Charger for Yeti Power Generator and Banks. Lightweight 18-22V 50W

I bought this to keep in my emergency/backup bag and it’s been exactly what I was looking for. It folds down small enough to pack easily but still puts out enough power to charge phones, battery banks, and small electronics in good sunlight. Build quality feels solid and the folding design makes it easy to clip onto a backpack while moving or set out at camp. Obviously it’s not meant to replace a full solar setup, but for emergency use, travel, or keeping devices topped off when you’re away from power, it works really well. If you’re putting together a go-bag or just want reliable portable solar, this is a good option.

This is a great little camping or emergency solar panel. It is a bit heavier than I wanted it to be, but it's also much more solidly built than I expected. It feels like it could take some pretty good abuse and keep working. I was able to get 8 watts with direct sunlight outside on a clear day in the midwest with the panels pointed directly at the sun. I also use it to charge my phone during the day by hanging the solar panel in front of a window. The window nearly cuts the output in half to about 5 watts, but that's more than enough to fully charge a 5,000mAh battery on a sunny winter day.

Recently bought and tested the Goal Zero Nomad 10 on a mostly cloudy day using the Goal Zero Flip 20 and am very satisfied with how quickly it charged the device given the less than ideal conditions. For context, I live at 4900 ft above sea-level in a high desert, so the UV even on a cloudy day is very high. The Nomad 10 fully charged my Flip 20 (which was completely dead) in just under 6.5 hours. The first hour of charging was clear and sunny conditions, while the rest of the charging time there were thick to partly cloudy conditions. I checked the charging progress on the Flip 20 (it has 4 LED lights to indicate the power level) every hour and even with the cloudy conditions, it was charging to some extent, but, the best charging occurred not surprisingly during the first hour when there were no clouds overhead. I haven't a chance to test it out on a perfectly clear day yet, but, judging from how quickly it charged the Flip 20 the first hour, my guess it would fully charge in 4 to 5 hours in direct sun. Overall, I'm very satisfied with the Nomad 10 so far. After doing a lot of research on portable, low weight solar options, and having great experiences with other Goal Zero products like the Flip 20, I opted for the Nomad 10 because it strikes a good balance of wattage, size, durability, weatherproofness, and weight and I'll be using it primarily for backpacking, bike packing, car camping, and emergency use. The only improvements I think Goal Zero could make would be to find a way to make it fully waterproof (the USB connection point is the only place where water could wreck a power bank or other device that is being charged) and to reduce the weight even more by using titanium for the bracket that holds the Goal Zero brand power banks as well as the adjustable stand. It would add more cost, but the weight savings, especially for backpacking and bike packing where ounces can really matter would be worth it.

When I initially purchased the Goal Zero Nomad 50 foldable solar panel set, I wasn't very knowledgeable about solar panels. However, I am now extremely pleased with my investment. As someone working in Emergency Management, I use this panel as a reliable backup power source in my work go-bag, and I pair it with the Goal Zero Sherpa 100AC Power Bank for maximum efficiency. One of the things I appreciate most is its versatility. During festivals or outreach events, I simply hang it from the corner of a tent, allowing it to recharge or power my electronics with ease. It wasn’t until a year later that I discovered it had adjustable legs on the back, which allow for multiple angles to capture optimal sunlight—an excellent feature I now utilize often. The foldable design is another plus, as it packs into a compact and tight package, fitting perfectly in my roll-away bag. I purchased it on sale and, after over a year of use, I have no regrets. This panel has proven to be a reliable and efficient power solution, and I highly recommend it for anyone needing a portable and effective solar panel setup. However, one drawback to note is the limited connection options. Since I bought it over a year ago, it only includes USB and 8mm cannon male and female connections (three options). I hope future iterations incorporate the XT60i connector for more flexibility and compatibility with newer power systems. Despite this, it remains a solid product that I am very satisfied with.

Great product...

Hangs along side my camper for fast and easy charging. A great back up

I bought this as something to keep in my backpack in case I need power on long outings. Did not disappoint. Very light and portable while not being flimsy. It’s obvious that it is very well-made. I gave a four stars on the water resistance because obviously the USB port itself is not water resistant. Also, the charging power technically is only 7.5 W as that is the limit that the USB port can output. Overall, a great solar panel that will last me for years.

I purchased the Yeti 200x to break into solar for camping. I paired it with the Nomad 50. The Yeti was smaller and lighter than I expected. The Nomad 50 charged it well, even on cloudy days or through the tree canopy. I added a 4 pack of lights, 2 crush lights, and 2 usb flashlights. It powered and charged wonderfully. 10 of us camped for 6 days with an rc car and drone, a laptop for a couple movie nights, and a few phones and bluetooth speakers for music. The Yetti never went below 30% and the Nomad 50 made short work, 5 hours of through the tree canopy charging. It felt good to camp without the cost and waste of disposable batteries. I am going to purchase a Boulder 50 to mount at my home and use the Yetti to power my modem and my wife's work from home 2 monitor work station in case the power goes out, she can still work. It is good to think that I captured the sunlight and used it later through the flashlights. Goal Zero knows what they are doing.

Har flera andra produkter från samma företag så jag var tvungen att testa denna laddaren, helt perfekt att ha i min prepperlåda. Kan varmt rekommendera denna om du behöver en solcellsladdare till camping, stugan, fiskeresan eller annat syfte! Den känns stabil och det går snabbt att ladda telefon, batterier och annat. 5/5 köp den!

Superbe construction, support intégré, fonctionne parfaitement

Worked well did what it had to. Well worth the purchase

und zwar richtig. ich betreibe damit mein macbook air mit dem m1 prozessor. es hing noch nie am netzstecker. mit diesem panel und der powerbank dran ernährt sich mein computer bestens. es leistet viel und die einstellbarkeit des neigungswinkels ist sehr gut durchdacht.

Als erstes muss ich sagen,wenn sie scheint,alle Achtung wie gut wird der Dienst vollrichtet.Angeschafft für Festivals und mittlerweile im Einsatz für die Ladung der Powerbanks.Bei direktem Sonneneinfall wird eine 20000 Ender PB in 3 Stunden um ca.20% geladen was ich schon beachtlich finde.Würde das Panell weiterempfehlen und auch selber wieder kaufen.