Here in South Africa, home solar has taken on an unfortunately poor reputation, not because it’s a bad idea, but because of circumstances like high initial costs, sheer complexity, the need for professional installation and much more.

This is a real problem as South Africa, more than other countries, needs access to private energy due to loadshedding.

Thankfully EcoFlow has recently landed in the country and brought with it a variety of solar options that are perfect both for the home as well as those who need energy on the go.

EcoFlow’s solar panel offering can be found here with 110 Watt, 160 Watt, 220 Watt and, the top of the range, 400 Watt panel options available.

Each panel array is engineered with convenience, portability and efficiency in mind, as well as pricing that can fit any budget, especially when compared to the expensive installations carried out by companies. Instead EcoFlow panels are easy to setup and use. Just unfold them in sunlight, connect them up to whatever needs a charge, and you’re done.

It’s that easy.

Many may think of solar panels as fragile pieces of hardware, which they can be, but the same can’t be said for those from EcoFlow. The EcoFlow solar panels are made to be durable, especially with a focus on being folded away and stored for transport. The included carry case even turns into an adjustable stand so there’s no excess bulk, a real deal breaker for those who want to take their panels with them to camp, travel or just to set up at home.

Weatherproofing design paired with composite build elements result in panels which you can depend on. The fantastic 23 percent conversion rate, an industry-leading amount by the way, also means that you can get more power than you may imagine.

EcoFlow has simply taken the idea of personal, solar energy and reinvented it to the point of absolute ease of use and maximum efficiency. Those disappointed with solar before should give it another shot, especially as you can now simply buy these products locally at retail.

While solar is always an option to charge up your EcoFlow battery-powered generator, it’s not the only route. All EcoFlow products can simply be plugged into a wall socket and charged up that way.

It’s best to think of EcoFlow battery-powered generators like portable battery banks with exponentially more power, usability and options. Just charge your EcoFlow up when electricity is available, and then use it when loadshedding hits. There’s no need to worry about installation, filling it up with fuel or worrying about the dodgy, expensive and often-replaced lead acid batteries in UPSs.

EcoFlow battery-powered generators use Lithium-ion batteries just like many devices – or even electric cars – which you may be familiar with. This means longer lifespans, bigger capacities and faster charging.

With the option to charge via solar too, EcoFlow products become a complete solution to your power needs. The solar options are a natural pair to the battery-powered generators, but both can stand alone to meet your needs.