Before I tell you how I got the best deals, let me tell you what the top 10 off-grid living essentials are.

We scoured google trends, Amazon, several large box stores and even employed AI to find the 10 most researched and purchased items for off grid living. These are the items that off grid enthusiasts search the most looking for deals and find are the important items for off-grid living. These are also all items we have purchased ourselves and use on a regular basis.

Inverter chargers

Electronic devices that convert direct current (DC) to alternating current (AC) and charge a backup battery bank for use when AC power is disconnected or electricity from the local utility is lost. These devices are essential for off-grid living as they allow you to use solar panels, wind turbines, or generators to power your appliances and electronics. We covered inverter chargers in more detail in our beginners solar guide. 

Solar panel kits

Complete packages that include solar panels, batteries, inverters, and cables to set up a home solar system. These kits are ideal for off-grid living as they provide you with clean and renewable energy from the sun. Before you dive in too deep be sure and read through our Harnessing the Sun: A Beginner’s Guide to Off-Grid Solar Systems.

Portable power stations

Compact and lightweight devices that store electricity and can power various devices and appliances. These devices are great for camping, glamping, road trips, and off-grid living as they offer you a backup power source that can be recharged by solar panels, wall outlets, or car outlets.

Solar generators

Similar to portable power stations but are specifically designed to be charged by solar panels. These devices are also suitable for camping, RVs, or off-grid living as they provide you with a reliable and eco-friendly power solution.

Water filters

Devices that remove contaminants and impurities from water sources such as rivers, lakes, wells, or rainwater. These devices are crucial for off-grid living as they ensure you have access to safe and clean drinking water.

Composting toilets

Toilets that use natural processes to decompose human waste into compost, which can be used as fertilizer for plants. These toilets are beneficial for off-grid living as they reduce water consumption, eliminate sewage disposal, and improve soil quality. We also posted a very popular article called The Ultimate Guide To Off Grid Toilets. 

Wood stoves

Stoves that use wood as fuel to produce heat and cook food. These stoves are useful for off-grid living as they provide you with a cozy and warm atmosphere, as well as a way to prepare meals without electricity or gas. 

Rain barrels

Containers that collect and store rainwater from rooftops or other surfaces. These barrels are helpful for off-grid living as they provide you with a free and sustainable source of water for gardening, washing, or emergency use. We have a detailed post about selecting and installing a rain catch system titled How to Harvest RainWater for Off Grid Living: A Step-by-Step Guide.

LED lanterns

Portable lights that use light-emitting diodes (LEDs) as the light source. These lanterns are handy for off-grid living as they provide you with bright and long-lasting illumination, as well as a way to charge your devices via USB ports.

Survival kits

Collections of need to have items that are essential for survival in emergency situations such as natural disasters, accidents, or attacks. These kits are important for off-grid living as they prepare you for any potential dangers or challenges that you may face.

Now that you know what are the top 10 off-grid living essentials, let me tell you how folks are getting the best deals on them on Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Here are the steps that I follow:

Do your research

Before you start shopping, you need to do some research on the products that you want to buy. You need to compare the features, specifications, prices, and reviews of different brands and models, and decide which ones suit your needs and preferences the best. You also need to check the websites of the manufacturers and retailers, and see if they have any special offers, discounts, coupons, or bundles for their products. You can also use online tools such as Bing to search for the most searched for “off grid living” items during Black Friday and Cyber Monday, and see what other people are buying and recommending.

Make a list

After you have done your research, you need to make a list of the products that you want to buy, and the prices that you are willing to pay for them. You also need to prioritize your list, and decide which items are the most important and urgent for you, and which ones can wait for later. You can also set a budget for your shopping, and stick to it as much as possible.

Shop early

One of the best ways to get the best deals on Black Friday and Cyber Monday is to shop early. Many of the best deals are available only for a limited time or quantity, and they can sell out quickly. Therefore, you need to be ready to shop as soon as the sales start, and act fast when you see a good deal. You can also sign up for email alerts, newsletters, or social media updates from your favorite brands and retailers, and get notified when they launch their sales or offer exclusive deals. You can also use online tools such as Bing to track the prices of the products that you want to buy, and see when they drop to the lowest level.

Shop smart

Another way to get the best deals on Black Friday and Cyber Monday is to shop smart. You need to be aware of the tricks and traps that some sellers may use to lure you into buying their products, such as fake discounts, hidden fees, or misleading claims. You also need to be careful of the quality and warranty of the products that you buy, and make sure that they are authentic, functional, and durable. You also need to check the return and exchange policies of the sellers, and see if they offer free shipping, delivery, or installation. You can also use online tools such as Bing to compare the prices and reviews of the products that you want to buy, and see if they are worth buying or not.

By following these steps, I was able to find the best deals on the top 10 off-grid living essentials on Black Friday and Cyber Monday, and save a lot of money and time. In fact, the savings topped $2,411.36! 

Let’s do a complete price breakdown to see exactly how we saved $2,411.36.

I was able to find each of the following products at the following prices:

• Inverter charger: Purchase the SunGoldPower 6000W Peak 18000W Pure Sine Wave Split Phase Power Inverter with Charger 50A,DC 48V AC Output 120V 240V Converter LCD Remote Control for $1,079.99, which was 15% off the original price of $1,269.99

• Solar panel kit: a $1,101 savings! 2700W Solar Kit with Battery and Inverter 48V Solar Panel Kit for Greenhouse : 12pcs 225W 12V Solar Panel & 2pcs 50ah Life PO4 Lithium Battery & 5000W Inverter & MPPT Charge Controller & Mounting Hardware for $5,399.00, which was reduced from the original price of $6,500.00.

• Portable power station: 45% off this Jackery Solar Generator 1000, 1002Wh Capacity with 2xSolarSaga 100W Solar Panels, 3x1000W AC Outlets, Portable Power Station Ideal for Home Backup for $899.00, which was $750 off the original price of $1,649.00 

• Solar generator: The EcoFlow Solar Generator River 2 256Wh LiFePO4 Battery with 110W Solar Panel, Portable Power Station for $338.00, which was$ 111 off the original price of $449

• Water filter: 50% off this Black Friday! Purchase the LifeStraw Personal Water Filter for Hiking, Camping, Travel, and Emergency Preparedness for $9.99, which is a massive 50% off the original price of $19.95

• Composting toilet: Purchase the Nature’s Head Self Contained Composting Toilet with Close Quarters Spider Handle Design for $925.00, which was $100 off the original price of $1,025.00

• Wood stove: Purchase Fitinhot Camp Wood Stove, Tent Wood Burning Stoves Portable with Chimney Pipes, Upgraded Titanium Surface Camping Stove for $135.00, which was $65 off the original price of $200.00

• Rain barrel: Purchase the RTS Home Accents 50-Gallon ECO Rain Water Collection Barrel, Made with 100% Recycled Plastic and PlasticSpigot, Black for $71.99, which was 20% off the original price of $89.99

• LED lanterns: 46% Savings! Collapsible Portable LED Camping Lantern XTAUTO Lightweight Waterproof Solar USB Rechargeable LED Flashlight Survival Kits for Indoor Outdoor Home Emergency Light Power Outages Hiking Hurricane 4-Pack for $19.59, which was 46% off the original price of $35.99

• Survival kit: Purchase the Ready America 70385 Deluxe Emergency Kit 4 Person Backpack for $119.99, which was 30% off the original price of $169.99

As you can see, I was able to get all the top 10 off-grid living essentials for a total of $8996.56, which was a huge saving of $2,411.36 from the original prices. That’s a 37% discount on average!

If you want to score the best deals on the top 10 off-grid living essentials on Black Friday and Cyber Monday, you can follow the same steps that I did, and use the same online tools that I used. Here are some tips and resources that can help you:

• Use Bing to search for the most searched for “off grid living” items during Black Friday and Cyber Monday, and see what other people are buying and recommending. You can also use Bing to compare the prices and reviews of the products that you want to buy, and see if they are worth buying or not. You can also use Bing to track the prices of the products that you want to buy, and see when they drop to the lowest level.
• Use the websites of the manufacturers and retailers, and see if they have any special offers, discounts, coupons, or bundles for their products. You can also sign up for email alerts, newsletters, or social media updates from your favorite brands and retailers, and get notified when they launch their sales or offer exclusive deals. Here are some of the websites that I used:
  • Amazon: [https://Amazon.com/]
  • SunGoldPower: [https://www.sungoldpower.com/]
  • Jackery: [https://www.jackery.com/]
  • EcoFlow: [https://ecoflow.com/]
  • LifeStraw: [https://www.lifestraw.com/]
  • Nature’s Head: [https://natureshead.net/]
  • Drolet: [https://www.drolet.ca/en/]
  • RTS Home Accents: [https://rtshomeaccents.ca/]
  • Vont: [https://www.vont.com/]
  • Ready America: [https://www.readyamerica.com/]
• Be ready to shop as soon as the sales start, and act fast when you see a good deal. Many of the best deals are available only for a limited time or quantity, and they can sell out quickly. Therefore, you need to be prepared and quick to grab the products that you want before they are gone.
• Be aware of the tricks and traps that some sellers may use to lure you into buying their products, such as fake discounts, hidden fees, or misleading claims. You also need to be careful of the quality and warranty of the products that you buy, and make sure that they are authentic, functional, and durable. You also need to check the return and exchange policies of the sellers, and see if they offer free shipping, delivery, or installation.

We’re often asked which tools we’ve personally used and recommend when building an off grid home. Well, we’ve curated an entire shopping list and broken it all down into six categories here on our Ultimate List of Must Have Off Grid Tools.