THE BEST PORTABLE SHOWER in 2021

Designed with a 4-layer construction for optimal heat retention and performance, the Summer Shower from Advanced Elements is a simple-to-use, solar- and gravity-powered portable shower. But what makes this outdoor gear truly unique is its extra features.

This kit comes with velcro straps to hang your towel, a convenient front pocket to store your toiletries while you shower, a built-in reflective mirror for all your grooming needs, as well as a water temperature gauge for the ideal shower experience.

Plus, a wide handle grip for comfortable transport, a large filling valve with a convenient twist-off cap, and a handy on/off shower nozzle to help save water.

Transform a bucket of water into an instant stream with the Ivation Portable Outdoor Shower. 

This battery-operated shower head and hose system only requires a bucket of water with some soap or a sink to pump water to the head. From there, you have three options, you can either use the handheld nozzle, attach it to a flat surface via a suction cup, or hang it on a tree branch with the included S-hook.

From personal bathing to washing your gear to hosing down your pets, this versatile outdoor shower serves multiple purposes and you can recharge it with your laptop or a car adapter for up to one hour of continuous use.

Keep yourself clean and refreshed on your next adventure with NEMO’s Helio Pressure Shower.

Unlike many outdoor portable showers, Helio doesn’t require a power source or gravity to work its magic. Instead, it features a quick and easy system to pressurize a 2.9-gallon tank using a foot pump, with a 7’ neoprene hose. When pressurized, this camping shower can stay fully pressurized and provide you with 5-7 minutes of continuous spray. 

The black tank is made with a combination of polyurethane-coated polyester and thermoplastic urethane. Set it in the sun to warm up gradually or fill it directly with hot water for a warm shower this elementary solar shower combines rustique with comfort.

Our next portable shower is so lightweight and compact it can actually fit in your pocket, which makes it highly-suitable for campers, hikers, and outdoors enthusiasts alike.

The Sea to Summit Pocket Shower features a 70D nylon sack, which can double as a dry sack when not in use as a shower, an easy-to-use twist mechanism for turning on/off and for flow adjustment, a contoured shower head with graduated apertures for equal spray dispersion, and strong D-rings for hanging.

The black fabric absorbs solar energy from the sun during the day, giving you up to 8 minutes of a hot shower while camping.

If all you want is a simple way to wash off the dirt at the end of a long trail, get the sand off your body after a day’s surfing, or even do your dishes while at camp, the Simple Shower will get the job done!

Simply screw the spout onto a water-filled bottle, turn it upside down, and let gravity take over. If you want a hot shower, you can either leave your bottle in the sun to heat up or fill it with warm water. 

The Simple Shower is compatible with most 1 or 2-liter bottles, including Platypus Collapsible Bottles and Bladders. 

Please Note: Bottle is not included. Use your own.

Give yourself a hot shower anywhere you go with the Geyser System Portable Hot Shower.

This 12-volt-powered off-grid shower comes with a small water reservoir, a hose, and a sponge attached to it. Because the water is delivered through the sponge, this allows you to simultaneously scrub, rinse, and save water. One gallon of water will last you for about 7 minutes.

It features an internal heating system that heats water to 95°F in 15-45 minutes. The intuitive LED dashboard will let you know when the water is hot and ready to use. 

Another version, the little brother, works by pouring heated water into the reservoir, conserving battery banks when camping.

Other useful features include a control valve for choosing your water flow rate, a water level sensor that lets you know when you’re running low on water and need to wrap up your shower, and lastly a safety feature that automatically disables the pump if it gets too hot. 

Coleman is known for being a reliable brand when it comes to outdoor camping gear and this solar-powered shower is no exception. 

This is a simple yet efficient sun-heated shower bag ideal for camping trips, music festivals, and other outdoor activities. 

It’s made with a heat-locking material for improved sunlight absorption, it can hold up to 5 gallons of water, which should be enough for multiple showers, and it comes with a short hose and a compact showerhead as well as a handle for convenient hanging and carrying. Portability is quite impressive.

Available in 3 sizes (4 gal, 7 gal, and 10 gal), the Yakima RoadShower is a solar-heated off-grid shower that provides hot pressurized water so you can easily rinse off the mud, sand, and sweat no matter where you are.

Designed with welded aluminum, brass fittings, and a black powder coat finish for better sunlight absorption, the RoadShower comes with a built-in pressure relief valve that tops out pressure at 65 PSI so you can pressurize with a bike pump or an electric compressor pump. 

Simply fill it with water before you leave the house, mount it to the roof of your car, and leave it in the sun so it can heat up. The stick-on thermometer will let you know how hot your water is. This outdoor/camping tool adds luxury to your experience, but it costs a little more too.

Enjoy some of the amenities and comforts from home without the need for plumbing with the Ozark Trail Shower and Changing Shelter. It is both shower and tent.

This shower/utility tent is great for those who want a little privacy when showering outdoors. It features 2 rooms, one with a 5-gallon solar-powered portable shower bag and the other one with pouches and a rack so you can store your toiletries, hang your towel and clothes while you shower and then use it as a changing room. 

The walls are coated with silver aluminum, mesh room for ventilation, rainfly, and floor on both sides with the shower floor having a mesh drain.

But the icing on the cake is that you can set the whole thing up in just a few seconds.

Although not suitable for those who travel light, Mr. Heater is a great investment for the avid campers that love the outdoors but still appreciate a few comforts from home like a deluxe shower head. More glamping than roughing it camping.

This stainless steel shower system runs on a D-cell battery pump which gives you a runtime of about 40 minutes as well as a propane cylinder that heats up the water instantly thus providing you with a warm and comfortable shower experience.

The shower’s 18,000 BTUs can increase water temperatures by 42°F. And aside from the deluxe shower head, it also comes with a convenient stainless-steel faucet for washing your dishes and making hot beverages. 

Mr. Heater also comes with electronic ignition and a scald protection that stops it from running too hot. 

A smaller, more affordable version with 12,000 BTUs is also available.