More Light and More Entertainment From the World’s Most Popular Solar Lantern

Sun King is delighted to announce a major upgrade to the company’s flagship Boom solar lantern. The improved Boom offers brighter light, longer battery life, faster solar charging and, for the first time, Bluetooth audio. Like its predecessor, it provides clean, affordable lighting and entertainment for off-grid households, but now delivers even more power and functionality in the same portable package, including lighting, radio, MP3 playback, and phone charging.

Sun King is the world’s leading off-grid solar company, designing, manufacturing and distributing high-quality yet affordable solar products that replace kerosene lamps and diesel generators with safe, reliable energy. Providing durable, inexpensive solar lanterns is central to Sun King’s mission to expand access to clean energy and power brighter lives across Africa and Asia.

Sun King’s original Boom solar lantern was the best-selling solar lantern on the market. The new Boom builds on that success, delivering even better performance — with the same value for money that Sun King is known for. That means light, radio, MP3, Bluetooth, and phone charging, all in a portable, user friendly package:

Brighter light: 250 lumens means the Boom is 56% brighter than its predecessor. Three brightness levels makes it perfect for work, study, or relaxing at home.

Bigger battery: A 53% larger battery powers a longer runtime, giving you more light, extended phone charging, and more music on the move.

Bigger solar panel: The 5.2 W solar panel is 90% more powerful than the original Booml, charging quickly so it’s ready when you are.

New Bluetooth feature: Play your favourite music directly via Bluetooth, no messy wires needed.

As always, the Boom comes backed by Sun King’s comprehensive two-year warranty and industry-leading after sales care.

“The new and improved Boom builds on what made the original a favourite for millions — dependable light, entertainment, and phone charging — and improves every part of the experience: brighter light, longer runtime, faster solar charging, and now Bluetooth.” said T. Patrick Walsh, Co-Founder and CEO, Sun King.

Building on a Legacy 

Launched in 2017, the first Boom lantern sold over 6 million units in 63 countries, making it one of the most popular solar-powered products ever made.

Used by everyone from students on a late-night study session to farmers rising early to tend their crops, the Boom has been a trusted companion to many seeking a reliable source of light and entertainment. By launching the improved Boom while keeping it the same price point, Sun King hopes to continue to power these important moments in people’s everyday lives.

How can I purchase the Boom?

The Boom, and Sun King’s other solar lanterns, are available online, through our network of agents, and at Sun King shops. These lanterns are available via one-off purchase or through Sun King’s pay-as-you-go EasyBuy financing, enabling customers to pay in small instalments. Visit our solar lantern page to learn more.