Power & Solar
The power system decides how long you can camp without hookups. Batteries, solar panels, inverters, monitors and surge protection work together as one system.
Best RV Surge Protectors
Compare the best RV surge protectors and EMS units. Guard your camper against bad campground wiring, voltage spikes, and costly electrical damage.
Best RV Power Cords
Compare the best RV power cords and adapters for 30-amp and 50-amp hookups. Durable shore power cords and dogbones for reliable camper charging.
Best RV Battery Monitors
Compare the best RV battery monitors to track charge and power use off-grid. Shunt-based and Bluetooth monitors for accurate camper battery data.
Best Portable Power Stations
Compare the best portable power stations for camping and van life. All-in-one battery, inverter, and solar input to power gear without hookups.
Best RV Solar Panels
Compare the best RV solar panels for boondocking and off-grid camping. Rigid, flexible, and portable kits to keep camper batteries charged.
Best RV Batteries
Compare the best RV batteries for boondocking and off-grid power. Lithium and AGM house batteries that hold up to camper life and deep cycling.
Best RV Inverters
Compare the best RV inverters to run household electronics off-grid. Pure sine wave power for laptops, coffee makers, and gear in campers.
Best RV Solar Charge Controllers
Compare the best RV solar charge controllers. MPPT and PWM options to safely charge camper batteries and get more from your solar panels.
Best RV Generators
Compare the best RV generators for quiet, reliable off-grid power. Find the right wattage, fuel type, and inverter model for boondocking and AC use.
Best RV Battery Chargers
Find the best RV battery chargers and converters for fast, safe charging. Compare multi-stage smart chargers for lead-acid, AGM, and lithium batteries.
Best RV Brake Controllers
Trailer brake controllers explained: proportional versus time-delay braking, axle ratings from 1 to 4, mounting options, and what the display really tells you.
Best RV Portable Waste Tanks
Portable RV waste totes compared on real capacity in gallons versus the weight you can actually move, wheel type, built-in gate valves, and bumper storage.
How to choose
- Calculate daily amp-hour use before sizing batteries or solar.
- Protect the RV with a surge protector or EMS at every pedestal.
- Install a shunt-based battery monitor for accurate state of charge.
- Match chargers and converters to battery chemistry.
Common questions
How much solar does an RV need?
It depends on daily use. Light boondockers running lights, fans and devices often use 200-600 W, while running a fridge, laptop and microwave needs more.
Do I need an inverter in my RV?
Only if you want to run 120V appliances like a coffee maker or microwave from batteries. Choose pure sine wave for sensitive electronics.