http://www.goalzero.com/p/333/lighthouse-mini-lanternI really like their Lightouse Mini lantern - compact and bright. You can switch out its proprietary lithium-ion battery (I quickly obtained a couple of spares). The lantern will charge directly from a USB source and you can charge a cell phone from its integral USB receptacle. Their Switch 10 power bank also uses the same battery and accepts a flashlight head.
I recently received a Nomad plus solar panel which augments the Nomad panel I had acquired earlier. I haven't used it yet, but it seems to have improved electronics which
I understand will charge many appliances, including cell phones, with fewer hassles and problems.
My experience hasn't been incredibly extensive. Besides a bit of casual use, the aforementioned power outage, the only significant was a two week field project where the nomad panel and the mini lantern worked like champs.
Being a poor but honest archaeologist, I haven't purchased any of their more expensive products, but some day....
Based on my experience so far, I think I will be pleased.
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