Step-by-step guide to sizing an off-grid solar system for cabins or tiny homes. Calculate real loads, battery capacity, panels, inverter, avoid costly mistakes.
Generators & Backup Power
Do You Need A Generator Off-Grid? When Solar Isn’t Enough
Decide if solar-only suffices for your off-grid cabin or tiny home? Learn: when a backup generator is necessary, how to size, fuel options, safety, hybrid tips.
Batteries & Power Storage
How To Choose The Right Battery For Your Off-Grid System
Choose the right battery for your small off-grid system: compare chemistries, size capacity, set charging profiles, avoid 7 common mistakes, cut lifetime costs.
Solar Product Reviews
Best Portable Solar Panels for Vanlife, Camping & Backup
Discover the best portable solar panels for vanlife, camping, and emergency backup — compare types, wattage, setups, and top picks to power off-grid life today.
Solar Basics & Planning
Off-Grid Solar for Renters: Beginners’ Guide Without Land
Guide for renters and beginners to set up off-grid solar without owning land, portable, removable, safe options, sizing, batteries, and landlord tips. +examples
Generators & Backup Power
Solar vs Gas Generator: Which Backup Power Is Best?
Compare solar vs gas generators for backup power—cost, runtime, maintenance, noise, safety, and environmental impact to help you pick the best option. Read more
Batteries & Power Storage
Lead-Acid vs Lithium Batteries: Best Choice for Off-Grid Beginners
Lead-acid vs lithium for off-grid beginners: practical guide comparing cost, lifespan, maintenance, safety, efficiency, sizing, charging, and buying tips today.
Solar Product Reviews
Best Off-Grid Solar Kits for Small Cabins: Beginner’s Guide
Best beginner off-grid solar kits for small cabins: compare kits, pros & cons, and realistic daily output to size and install a practical system.
Solar Basics & Planning
How to Size an Off-Grid Solar System for Your Cabin
Step-by-step guide to size panels, batteries, inverters and controllers for a simple off-grid solar system for your cabin or tiny home. Plan calculate & choose.
Generators & Backup Power
Off-Grid Generator Guide: When Solar Power Alone Isn’t Enough
Decide if an off-grid generator is worth it for your off-grid solar setup—when panels and batteries fall short, learn sizing, fuel, integration, and safety tips.
Batteries & Power Storage
Choosing the Right Battery for Off-Grid Solar Systems
Guide to choosing the right battery for a small off-grid system: compare chemistries, size your bank, weigh cost, reliability, lifespan, and installation needs.