We compared two portable camping showers: the RISEPRO 20L Solar Shower Bag and the WADEO Portable Camping Shower with Hot Water Pump.
What we looked at
Heating method, runtime, and price.
The verdict
If you want the lowest price on a simple solar-heated bag with a hose, shower head and tap, the RISEPRO is the value pick at £8.90. If you would rather pay £46.09 more for an electric pump with on-demand hot water, 5 flow settings and a smart LED display, the WADEO is the alternative, at £54.99.
An £8.90 solar-heated 20L shower bag needing no batteries.
A £54.99 rechargeable shower with on-demand hot water and 5 flow gears.
RISEPRO 5 Gallons 20L Solar Shower Bag — Best Value
Intended for: Marketed as a 20L (5-gallon) solar shower bag made from leak-proof, environmentally friendly material, a smart black-PVC heat-absorbing design that heats water to around 45°C in 3 hours of direct sunlight, a built-in temperature indicator (°C/°F), and supplied with a 25-inch hose, shower head and water tap for easy assembly.
What we liked
- Much cheaper than the WADEO on these listings, at £8.90
- No batteries or charging needed, works from sunlight, per the listing
- Built-in temperature indicator
- Lightweight and packable for hiking or backpacking
Worth knowing
- Needs about 3 hours of direct sunlight to heat water
- No adjustable flow settings or on-demand heating, unlike the WADEO
Best for
- Buyers who want the lowest price
- Anyone who wants a battery-free, sunlight-powered shower
- Backpackers and hikers wanting the lightest option
Not ideal for
- Anyone who wants hot water on demand regardless of sunlight
- Buyers who want adjustable spray modes
WADEO Portable Camping Shower, Hot Water, 20L Bucket — Hot Water On Demand
Intended for: Marketed as a rechargeable camping shower with on-demand water heating and a smart LED display showing battery level and gear, a 4500mAh battery delivering up to 140 minutes of runtime on gear 1 or 80 minutes at full power, 5 adjustable flow gears and 4 spray modes including a high-pressure jet mode, a 20L collapsible bucket with a rigid top ring and a 3-in-1 mounting hook, and an IPX8 waterproof rating.
What we liked
- Heats water on demand, not dependent on sunlight, per the listing
- 5 adjustable flow gears and 4 spray modes
- Up to 140 minutes of runtime per charge
- IPX8 waterproof rating for wet environments
Worth knowing
- Costs £46.09 more than the RISEPRO on these listings
- Needs charging via the included Type-C cable before use
Best for
- Buyers who want hot water on demand regardless of weather
- Anyone who wants adjustable flow and spray modes
- Those also wanting to wash pets, cars or gear
Not ideal for
- Budget-conscious buyers
- Anyone who wants the simplest, battery-free option
