Portable generators can keep critical devices and appliances powered during an outage. Our top picks include solar, gas, and ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." As we say in our guide to the best portable generators, the right time to buy one is before you need it.

We tested 20 solar generators to find the most versatile devices that can provide emergency backup power and fuel off-grid activities. Three came out as the best.

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