Whether you're the big kid, or you have some little ones of your own, solar powered toys are great fun. Never having that problem when you come to play and you've ran out of batteries, or the dreaded batteries not included label that you always seem to miss till you're at home.

We really like the 6-in-1 DIY Solar Kit, this toy really allows you to get value for money, not only is it a crazy low price, but using the solar cell pack you can build a whole raft of amazing toys, such as a windmill, plane, boat, car, and even a puppy!

This toy whilst good for the environment, is also a great science educational tool, and fun whether you're a child or adult.

Of course to get the most from your solar powered gadgetry you want to be outside, and what better way to enjoy your time out than with a picnic accompanied with some tunes.

The Roberts Solar powered DAB Radio is perfect for this, get all the benefits of digital radio, whilst saving a packet on power. Finally we can ditch Cliff Richard, we don't need to be Wired for Sound any longer, with this compact radio you can go wherever without the wires and still enjoy the sound.

If you prefer to listen to your own music, and still want to enjoy the solar powered benefits, then the PowerTraveller PowerMoney could be your best buddy.

This gadget is like the Swiss army knife of solar power, the portable solar cell is compatible with the majority of standard mobile phones such as Nokia, Motorola, Samsung, Siemens, Sony & Ericcson, but also has a USB connector which will powers up iPods, MP3 players, PDA's, smart mobile phones, digital cameras, Bluetooth headsets and many more digital devices.

This one device, which is small enough to fit in your pocket, will pretty much cover you and all your power hungry kit so you can be self sufficient and eco friendly on any given sunny day! This really is the one stop shop for all your gadget solar powering needs.

For some, powering your gadgets, and being battery free is just not enough, so if your craving to really make a dent in your eco credentials, improve your carbon foot print, whilst make a saving in the pocket, then Solartwin's solar water heating system is where you need focus on.

This is a roof mounted energy cell that is easy to install, as it doesn't involve any mains electrics. The system will link up to your existing hot water system and will provide you with hot water for washing and bathing, all from free energy.

The kit comes complete with everything you need to get up and running, usually within a day, a DIYers dream!

We hope you've enjoyed our look at solar power and found some inspiration, not just at the products that we price compare on our site, but generally at how you can save money and help the environment all in one, or a Win-Win as we like to call it. We look forward to offering you more posts in the furture that you will find both an interesting read as well as a useful shopping insight.