We’ve said it before, but … it’s rare for us to see anything truly new and unique here in the way of travel gadgets at Vagabondish HQ. But every so often, something catches our eye that we’re pretty sure no one thought of (or at least actually produced) before.
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Say hello to The PowerPot V. It’s a thermoelectric generator that promises “power on demand, day or night, rain or shine.”
One look at the photo above should provide a fair indication of what this thing does. The premise is simple: place the pot over any open heat source (campfires, hostel stove, or a portable camp stove) and it converts that heat to electrical power. Features include:
- It provides enough power (5W) to charge any USB device (most at full speed)
- At just 12 ounces, it’s lightweight + compact
- Offers dual utility – heat water for food and power
- Use over any heat source
- Durable – weather and fire resistant
For those who like to get off the grid (and sometimes really off the grid) or travelers who simply prefer to camp while traveling, this may replace every spare mobile charger in your pack. Backup batteries only last so long. And while solar chargers work in many situations, the weather doesn’t always cooperate. Resourceful travelers know that fire on the other hand is available just about anywhere. And with fire, The PowerPot V promises virtually limitless juice for all your devices.
Pricing + Availability
Available now for around $150 USD direct from ThePowerPot.com or Amazon