Fence Charger · Patriot
Patriot SolarGuard 80
$149.99–$179.99 at Valley Farm Supply. Solar, rating 3 miles, 12 acres. How it compares with 37 other electric fence chargers on price and specs.
How it compares
How the Patriot SolarGuard 80 Compares
American Farm Works 0.04 Joule Solar Charger: $50 less than the Patriot SolarGuard 80
American Farm Works 0.1 Joule Solar Charger: $20 less than the Patriot SolarGuard 80
American Farm Works 0.15 Joule Solar Charger: $10 more than the Patriot SolarGuard 80
American Farm Works 0.2 Joule Solar Charger: $50 more than the Patriot SolarGuard 80
All five near the Patriot SolarGuard 80 as a table, with store links
| Model | Price | Power | Rating | Output | Where to buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Farm Works 0.04 Joule Solar Charger | Price$99.99 | PowerSolar | Rating2 miles | Output0.04 joules | Where to buyCheck price at Tractor Supply → |
| American Farm Works 0.1 Joule Solar Charger | Price$129.99 | PowerSolar | Rating5 miles | Output0.1 joules | Where to buyCheck price at Tractor Supply → |
| Patriot SolarGuard 80 | Price$149.99–$179.99 | PowerSolar | Rating3 miles, 12 acres | Output— | Where to buyCheck price on Amazon → |
| American Farm Works 0.15 Joule Solar Charger | Price$159.99 | PowerSolar | Rating10 miles | Output0.15 joules | Where to buyCheck price at Tractor Supply → |
| American Farm Works 0.2 Joule Solar Charger | Price$199.99 | PowerSolar | Rating18 miles | Output0.2 joules | Where to buyCheck price at Tractor Supply → |
Prices last checked September 2026. Freight is extra unless noted.
The specs
Patriot SolarGuard 80 Specs
A typical solar fence charger, not the exact Patriot SolarGuard 80. Photo: Tiia Monto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
| Brand | Patriot |
|---|---|
| Type | Solar Fence Chargers |
| PowerWhat this means → | Solar |
| RatingWhat this means → | 3 miles, 12 acres |
| Price | $149.99–$179.99 |
| Checked at | Valley Farm Supply |
More options
More Patriot Options Besides the Patriot SolarGuard 80
Patriot has 19 products on this site. See the full Patriot lineup and how it compares.
Patriot
Patriot PE2 Charger
$39.99
- Power: 110V plug-in
- Rating: 2 miles, 8 acres
Patriot
Patriot PE5 Charger
$54.99–$64.99
- Power: 110V plug-in
- Rating: 5 miles, 20 acres
Patriot
Patriot PE10 Charger
$69.99–$74.99
- Power: 110V plug-in
- Rating: 10 miles, 40 acres
Patriot
Patriot PMX50 Charger
$94.99–$104.99
- Power: 110V plug-in
- Rating: 15 miles, 60 acres
Where to buy
Where to Buy the Patriot SolarGuard 80
Patriot
Patriot SolarGuard 80
$149.99–$179.99
- Power: Solar
- Rating: 3 miles, 12 acres
The Patriot SolarGuard 80 is sold on Amazon. Compare the Amazon price and shipping with Valley Farm Supply before you order.
The price on this page is from Valley Farm Supply, checked September 2026. Sale and regular prices both appear where the store shows both. Farm equipment prices change between dealers, so confirm the price and freight before ordering.
Compare the Patriot SolarGuard 80 with any other fence charger, or see every model in the fence charger price guide.
Who it fits
Who the Patriot SolarGuard 80 Fits
Best for
Remote pasture and temporary fence with no power, on shorter runs.
Rating
3 miles, 12 acres.
Where it sits
#22 of 38 chargers by price on this site. Power: Solar.
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Questions
Patriot SolarGuard 80 Questions
How much does the Patriot SolarGuard 80 cost?
$149.99–$179.99 at Valley Farm Supply when checked in September 2026, which is $10 over the middle starting price of the 38 electric fence chargers on this site ($139.99). Some stores offer in-store pickup.
Is the Patriot SolarGuard 80 expensive for a fence charger?
It is #22 of 38 by starting price: 20 cost less and 16 cost more. Among solar fence chargers alone it is #3 of 9.
How many miles of fence will the Patriot SolarGuard 80 power?
It is rated for 3 miles, 12 acres. 5 of the 7 solar fence chargers here are rated farther. That works out to $50.00 per rated mile. What mile ratings mean.
Does the Patriot SolarGuard 80 need an outlet?
No, the Patriot SolarGuard 80 charges its own battery from a solar panel. For a charger that does not need sun and is rated at least as far as the Patriot SolarGuard 80, the cheapest here is the American Farm Works 0.1 Joule AC Charger at $49.99. Plug-in vs battery vs solar.
How many acres can the Patriot SolarGuard 80 cover?
Patriot rates the Patriot SolarGuard 80 for 12 acres of single-strand fence. For more ground, the Patriot PE5 Charger is the cheapest step up at 5 miles, 20 acres.
What costs less than the Patriot SolarGuard 80?
The closest cheaper options are the Patriot PBX120 Battery Charger ($139.99) and the Patriot PMX200 Charger ($139.99–$149.99), both below the Patriot SolarGuard 80.
What is one step up from the Patriot SolarGuard 80?
Next above the Patriot SolarGuard 80 by price: the American Farm Works 0.15 Joule Solar Charger ($159.99) and the Patriot P20 Dual Power Charger ($179.99).
Should I buy the Patriot SolarGuard 80 or the American Farm Works 0.04 Joule Solar Charger?
The American Farm Works 0.04 Joule Solar Charger starts $50 lower. Rating: 3 miles, 12 acres vs 2 miles. Output: — vs 0.04 joules. See the Patriot SolarGuard 80 and American Farm Works 0.04 Joule Solar Charger side by side.
What other Patriot electric fence chargers compete with the Patriot SolarGuard 80?
Alongside the Patriot SolarGuard 80, Patriot also sells the Patriot PE2 Charger ($39.99), the Patriot PE5 Charger ($54.99–$64.99) and the Patriot PE10 Charger ($69.99–$74.99). The Patriot page lists 15 more next to the Patriot SolarGuard 80.
Where can I buy the Patriot SolarGuard 80?
Valley Farm Supply lists it at $149.99–$179.99, and it is also sold on Amazon.
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