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Portable Camping Shower | Outdoor Shower Pump | Rechargeable Camp Shower

Portable Camping Shower Pump with Rechargeable Battery

R2,034.99 R2,441.99 Save R407
  • Rechargeable Power
  • Two Flow Settings
  • Packs Down Small
  • More Than Showers

Price: R2,034.99 R2,441.99

  • Free tracked delivery across South Africa on orders R1800+, otherwise a flat R250
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  • 14 days to change your mind, plus your statutory rights
Product specifications
BrandLaserbeak
Manufacturerhongfuhua
ColourBlue
Water Flow (Low)3 L/min
Water Flow (High)4 L/min
Battery2 x 2400mAh lithium ion (4800mAh total), included
Battery Voltage3.7 V
Charging InputDC 5V USB
Charging TimeAbout 3 hours with a 5V/2A charger
Indicator LightBlue charging light, red low battery light
Total Hose LengthAbout 210 cm
Pump Size65 mm diameter x 108 mm
Water Temperature Range5-50°C
Water FiltrationBuilt-in inlet filter
CertificationIPX7, ROHS, FCC
Package Dimensions27.1 x 21.4 x 8.1 cm
Package Weight830 g
In The BoxPump unit, shower head with flow control and shut-off valve, USB DC cable, suction lid, 2 rubber gaskets, user manual
Shipping & returns

Tracked delivery anywhere in South Africa. It is free on orders of R1800 or more, and a flat R250 below that.

You have 14 days from delivery to cancel for any reason, and a further 14 days to send it back (our own promise, beyond the 7-day cooling-off right in section 44 of the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act 25 of 2002) in resaleable condition. We refund the price you paid, including standard delivery. You cover the cost of returning it unless the item is faulty.

If it arrives faulty, damaged or not as described, we put it right at no cost to you under the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008, return postage included.

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Rechargeable PowerBuilt-in 4800mAh lithium battery charges over 5V USB.
Two Flow SettingsSwitch between 3 L/min and 4 L/min at the push of a button.
Packs Down SmallCompact kit that fits a backpack, boot or camp box.
More Than ShowersAlso handy for pets, muddy boots, bikes, cars and garden watering.

Rinse off salt, sand and dust anywhere with a portable camping shower that runs on its own rechargeable battery.

A submersible pump, two flow settings (3 L/min and 4 L/min), a 4800mAh lithium battery and a shut-off shower head give you a real wash from any bucket, jerry can or creek.

A battery powered pump drops into any bucket, jerry can or water container and turns it into a working shower.

Two flow settings let you choose a gentle 3 litres per minute rinse or a stronger 4 litres per minute wash.

The 4800mAh lithium battery recharges from a standard 5V USB source, so a power bank or car adapter is enough.

A shut-off valve on the shower head means you can soap up without wasting water from your container.

The whole kit is light and compact, so it travels in a backpack, a boot or a camp kitchen box without taking over.

Portable Camping Shower Pump with Rechargeable Battery

Getting clean away from a bathroom is one of those small problems that ruins otherwise good trips. You come back from the beach covered in salt, or off a dusty track with grit in your hair, and the choice is a cold splash from a bottle or nothing at all. This portable camping shower fixes that by turning any container of water into a proper running shower. Drop the pump in, press the button, and water comes out of the shower head at a steady rate instead of a dribble.

Portable Camping Shower Pump with Rechargeable Battery

The pump runs on a built-in rechargeable lithium battery rated at 4800mAh, made up of two 2400mAh cells at 3.7 volts. Charging is done through a 5V USB input, which means a wall charger, a car USB socket or a camping power bank will all do the job. With a 5V/2A charger it takes roughly three hours to fill. A blue light shows charging is underway and a red light warns when the charge is getting low, so you are not guessing halfway through a wash.

Portable Camping Shower Pump with Rechargeable Battery

There are two flow settings on the shower head. The low setting delivers about 3 litres per minute, which is gentle and makes a small water supply last. The high setting runs at about 4 litres per minute for a stronger rinse when you have more water to play with. The head also has a shut-off valve, so you can stop the flow while you lather up and start it again for the rinse. That one feature makes a surprising difference to how long a 10 or 20 litre container lasts.

Portable Camping Shower Pump with Rechargeable Battery

Total hose length is about 210 cm, enough to hang the head above head height while the pump sits in a bucket on the ground. The pump itself measures 65 mm across and 108 mm tall, so it fits into narrow jerry cans and water bottles as well as wide buckets. A built-in filter on the inlet helps keep grit and leaves out of the pump, which matters when you are drawing from a creek, a tank or a bucket that has been sitting around camp. The rated water temperature range is 5 to 50°C, so warm water from a solar bag or a kettle top-up is fine as long as it is not scalding.

Portable Camping Shower Pump with Rechargeable Battery

It is not only a shower. The same pump and hose work for rinsing a sandy dog, hosing mud off boots and bikes, washing down a car or boat, watering pots on a balcony, or topping up a sink at a campsite with no tap. The kit ships in a 27.1 x 21.4 x 8.1 cm package weighing 830 grams, with the pump, shower head, USB cable, suction lid, two rubber gaskets and a manual included. The packaged size gives you a fair idea of how little boot space it claims.

Not sure yet? That is fine.

Camping gear has to suit your trip and your climate, and you cannot always judge that from a photograph. You have 14 days from delivery to cancel for any reason, and a further 14 days to send it back (our own promise, beyond the 7-day cooling-off right in section 44 of the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act 25 of 2002) in resaleable condition. We refund the price you paid, including standard delivery.

If it turns up faulty, damaged or not as described, that is on us. The Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008 covers you, and we pay the return postage. Read the full detail on our refunds and returns page, or ask us anything before you order.

Frequently Asked Questions

What exactly is a portable camping shower?

It is a small submersible pump on a hose with a shower head attached. You drop the pump into a container of water, switch it on, and it pushes water up the hose and out the head. The whole thing runs on its own rechargeable battery, so no mains power or vehicle wiring is needed.

Does it come with its own water tank?

No, the pump supplies the pressure and you supply the water. A 10 to 20 litre bucket, jerry can or collapsible water container works well. That is actually an advantage, because you can scale the water supply up or down depending on the trip.

How much water does it use per minute?

The low setting runs at about 3 litres per minute and the high setting at about 4 litres per minute. Using the shut-off valve while you soap up stretches a container much further. Many people get a full wash out of around 8 to 10 litres with a bit of care.

How long does the battery last on one charge?

Run time depends on which flow setting you use and how often you pause the flow. The battery is rated at 4800mAh, made up of two 2400mAh cells. Using the low setting and the shut-off valve between rinses is the best way to get more showers per charge.

How do I charge it?

It charges from a 5V USB source through the supplied DC cable. A phone wall charger, a car USB port or a camping power bank will all work. With a 5V/2A charger the full charge takes about three hours.

Is there any way to tell how much charge is left?

There are indicator lights. A blue light shows while the unit is charging, and a red light comes on to warn you that the current is low. It is worth topping it up at the first red light rather than waiting until it dies mid-rinse.

How long is the hose?

Total length is about 210 cm, which is roughly 83 inches. That is enough to stand the bucket on the ground and hang the shower head above your head on a tree branch, awning pole or roof rack. Anyone looking for the best van life shower usually finds that length about right inside a side door.

Can I use warm water with it?

The rated water temperature range is 5 to 50°C. That covers water warmed in a solar bag or a container with a splash of boiled water added. Do not run water hotter than 50°C through it, as that can damage the pump and the hose.

Will it work with water from a creek or a tank?

It has a built-in filter on the inlet to keep out grit and debris, so natural water sources are workable for washing. The filter protects the pump, not your health, so do not treat the output as drinking water. Rinse the pump and filter afterwards to clear anything that has collected.

Is the pump waterproof?

The product is listed with IPX7 certification, which is why the pump can sit submerged in the bucket while running. It is designed to be in the water, that is the whole idea. Still, let it dry before packing it away for long storage.

How small is the pump itself?

The pump measures about 65 mm in diameter and 108 mm tall. That narrow body is what lets it drop into a jerry can opening or a tall water bottle, not just a wide bucket. It is one of the reasons it suits the best bucket shower pump role better than bulkier units.

What comes in the box?

You get the portable electric shower pump, a shower head with flow control and a shut-off valve, a USB DC cable, a suction lid, two rubber gaskets and a user manual. The listing notes the manual may not be in English. Everything you need to start using it is included.

What is the suction lid for?

It is a cup that sticks to a smooth surface so you can mount the shower head at height, for example on the side of a van, a car window or a tiled wall. That frees both hands for washing. On rough or textured surfaces you will want a hook or a rope instead.

Can two people shower on one charge?

Often yes, if both people use the low flow setting and shut the water off while soaping. Hair washing and long rinses use the most power and water. For a family trip it is sensible to charge the unit each day from a power bank or the car.

Is it loud?

It is a small DC pump, so there is a steady hum while it runs. It is quieter than a generator or a petrol pump and not loud enough to bother a campsite. Once water is running over you, you barely notice it.

Can I use it to wash a dog?

Yes, that is one of the more popular uses. The low flow setting is gentle enough for most dogs, and the shut-off valve helps when they get fidgety. Plenty of buyers look for the best dog washing shower and end up using a unit like this at the beach or in the backyard.

Will it rinse sand and salt off at the beach?

That is exactly the job it does well. Fill a container with fresh water before you leave home, and you have a rinse waiting at the car. It is far better than a water bottle for getting salt out of hair, which is why people search for the best beach shower rinse in the first place.

Can I use it to wash my car?

It works for light car and bike washing, rinsing wheels, or clearing mud off panels. It is a low pressure flow, not a pressure washer, so it will not blast off baked-on dirt. For a quick clean after a dusty drive it does the trick.

Is it any good for watering plants?

Yes, it can draw from a bucket, water butt or rainwater drum and feed a watering hose onto pots and beds. The low setting is gentle enough for seedlings. It is a useful second job for the kit between trips.

Does it need to be plugged into the car?

No. The battery is built in, so the pump runs completely free of the vehicle. You only need the car when you want to recharge from a USB socket, and even then a power bank does the same thing.

Can I hang the shower head up?

Yes, and it works much better that way. Use the suction lid on a smooth surface, or tie the head to a branch, awning, tent pole or roof bar. Getting the head above shoulder height makes the shower feel much more normal.

How do I clean and look after it?

Rinse the pump, hose and head with clean fresh water after each use, particularly after salt water or soapy water. Clear the inlet filter of grit, then let everything dry before packing it away. Keeping the battery topped up during storage is better than leaving it flat for months.

Can I take it on a plane?

It contains lithium batteries, so airline rules apply. Lithium batteries are usually required to travel in carry-on rather than checked baggage. Check with your airline before you fly, as the rules vary by carrier and country.

What size container should I buy to go with it?

A 10 litre container suits one quick rinse, 20 litres is comfortable for a proper shower or two short ones. Collapsible water containers are good because they fold flat when empty. Many people build the best travel shower kit around a 20 litre jerry can and a cheap privacy tent.

Will it work in cold weather?

The water temperature range starts at 5°C, so it will handle cold water. Battery performance generally drops in the cold, so keep the unit inside the car or your bag until you need it. Do not let water freeze inside the pump or hose.

Can I use soap and shampoo through it?

You wash with soap as normal, the pump only moves clean water from the container. Do not add soap to the bucket you are pumping from, as it will foam and leave residue in the pump. Rinse the pump with plain water afterwards if any suds get drawn in.

Is it suitable for someone living in a van full time?

It is a practical option for van and ute setups where there is no plumbing. You keep a water container inside or in the tray, and the pump does the rest. For anyone building the best 4x4 shower setup on a budget, this kind of unit is usually the starting point.

How quickly will my order arrive?

Delivery times depend on your address and the service selected at checkout. You will see the available options and estimates before you pay, and a tracking link once the order ships. Remote areas can take a few extra days.

Does it make a good gift?

It suits campers, four wheel drivers, surfers, dog owners, festival-goers and anyone with a boat. It solves a real problem rather than sitting in a drawer, which is what makes it a safe present. The packed size is small enough to wrap easily.

What if it is not right for me?

Get in touch with our team and we will walk you through the options. If the item is unused and in its original packaging, we can arrange a return or exchange under our returns policy. If something has arrived damaged or faulty, send us a photo and we will sort out a replacement or refund.

How to Choose a Portable Camping Shower That Actually Works

6 min read Camping Company

The problem with getting clean outdoors

Camping is great until the third day. Salt dries on your skin, dust settles into your hair, sunscreen and sweat mix into something you would rather not sleep in. Campground showers help when they exist, but plenty of the best spots have no facilities at all, and the ones that do often have queues, coin metres or water that runs cold the moment you have soap in your eyes.

The old fixes are not much better. A solar bag hung in a tree gives you a slow trickle and goes cold by late afternoon. A bucket and a jug is fine for a rinse but hopeless for washing hair. Baby wipes are a stopgap. What most people actually want is water running over them at a steady rate for two or three minutes, somewhere private, without needing plumbing.

That is the gap a portable camping shower fills. It is a small pump with a hose and a shower head. The pump sits in whatever water you have, and the battery gives it enough push to feel like a real shower rather than a dribble.

How a battery shower pump works

The design is simple on purpose. A submersible pump drops into a bucket, jerry can or collapsible container. It draws water in through a filtered inlet, pushes it up a hose, and out through a shower head. A rechargeable battery inside the pump unit powers the motor, so nothing needs to be plugged in while you wash.

This unit has a 4800mAh lithium battery, made up of two 2400mAh cells running at 3.7 volts. Charging is done over a standard 5V USB input with the included cable, and takes about three hours with a 5V/2A charger. That means a wall charger at home, a car USB socket on the road, or a camp power bank all work. A blue light shows charging in progress and a red light tells you the charge is running low.

Flow is adjustable. The low setting gives about 3 litres per minute and the high setting about 4 litres per minute. There is also a shut-off valve on the head itself. That matters more than the flow rates do, because the biggest water saving comes from stopping the flow while you soap up rather than letting it run. A careful shower on the low setting can stretch a 10 litre container surprisingly far.

The hose is about 210 cm long in total, enough to put the water container on the ground and still hang the head overhead. The pump body measures 65 mm across and 108 mm tall, which is narrow enough to drop through a jerry can opening. There is a filter on the inlet so grit from a creek, tank or dusty bucket does not get drawn into the motor.

Who this suits

Tent campers who want a wash at the end of a hot day are the obvious group. So are four wheel drivers and anyone with a roof top tent, because the kit lives in a corner of the boot and does not need a fixed install. Van and ute setups use them for the same reason, as the best battery powered shower option for a build with no plumbing.

Beyond camping, the use cases pile up fast. Surfers and swimmers keep a container in the car for a fresh water rinse at the carpark. Dog owners use it to hose off sand and mud before the dog gets back in the vehicle. Mountain bikers rinse frames and legs. Boat owners wash down gear at the ramp. Gardeners pump from a rain barrel onto pots. People doing festivals or sports weekends use it behind a cheap privacy tent.

It is less suited to someone wanting high pressure cleaning. This is a shower pump, not a pressure washer. If your plan is blasting caked mud off a chassis, you want different gear.

What to look at when choosing

Battery and charging. A pump is useless flat. Look at capacity and, more importantly, how it recharges. USB charging is the practical choice because almost everyone already carries a power bank or has a car USB socket. Wired-in 12V pumps are fine for a permanent build but tie you to the vehicle.

Flow rate and control. Higher flow feels better but drains your water faster. Two settings plus a shut-off valve gives you the control to run hard when you have plenty of water and conserve when you do not. A pump with no shut-off wastes water every time you reach for shampoo.

Hose length. Short hoses force you to balance the bucket on something. Around two metres lets you set up properly, with the container on the ground and the head above your head.

Pump size and shape. A narrow pump body fits more containers. If the pump only fits a wide bucket, you cannot use a jerry can, and jerry cans are what most people already carry.

Filtration. If you ever plan to draw from a creek, tank or a bucket that has been sitting out, an inlet filter is not optional. Grit kills small pumps.

Packed size and weight. This kit packs into 27.1 x 21.4 x 8.1 cm at 830 grams. For context, that is about the footprint of a shoebox lid and lighter than a full drink bottle. If a shower kit is bulky, it gets left at home, which defeats the point.

Setting it up at camp

Fill your container before you need it. Water warms up during the day if you leave a dark jerry can in the sun, which is free hot water with no gear involved. If you want it warmer, add a kettle of boiled water and stir, keeping the final temperature under 50°C since that is the rated limit for the pump.

Find somewhere to hang the head. The suction lid works on smooth surfaces like van panels, car windows and tiles. Otherwise a short length of cord over a branch or an awning pole does the job. Height is what makes it feel like a shower instead of a hose.

Get wet on high, switch the valve off, soap and shampoo, then rinse on whichever setting your water supply allows. That sequence is the difference between one shower and three from the same container. If you are camping with others, agree on a water budget per person before the first one starts.

Privacy is worth solving once. A pop-up shower tent, a tarp strung between trees, or the open back door of a van all work. People often spend ages choosing the best portable camping shower and then have nowhere to stand.

Looking after it

Fresh water is the enemy of nothing and the friend of every pump. After salt water, soapy water or creek water, run clean water through the pump for a minute and rinse the outside. Pull out the inlet filter and clear any grit or leaves.

Let the hose and head dry before packing, otherwise you open the bag next trip to a damp, musty mess. Store the kit somewhere dry and out of direct sun, since UV is hard on hoses and plastics over time.

Lithium batteries prefer not to sit flat. If the shower is going into storage for the off season, charge it first and top it up every couple of months. If you are flying anywhere with it, remember lithium batteries normally have to travel in carry-on luggage, so check your airline's rules before you pack.

The short version

A portable camping shower is one of those items that seems like a luxury until you own one, then becomes the thing you pack first. This one combines a 4800mAh USB rechargeable battery, two flow settings at 3 and 4 litres per minute, a shut-off valve, a 210 cm hose and a filtered narrow pump that fits most containers. It is IPX7 rated so it can sit submerged while it runs.

Pair it with a 20 litre container and something to stand behind, and you have a working shower anywhere you can park or pitch. The rest of the year it washes dogs, bikes, boots and garden pots. For 830 grams of packed gear, that is a reasonable amount of use.

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Page summary

The Laserbeak portable camping shower is a battery powered submersible pump kit that converts any bucket, jerry can or water container into a running shower. It has two flow settings, 3 litres per minute on low and 4 litres per minute on high, and a shower head with flow control and a shut-off valve. Power comes from a built-in 4800mAh lithium battery (two 2400mAh cells, 3.7 V) charged by 5V USB in about three hours with a 5V/2A charger. Total hose length is about 210 cm, the pump is 65 mm by 108 mm, and the rated water temperature range is 5 to 50°C. Certifications listed are IPX7, ROHS and FCC. Packed size is 27.1 x 21.4 x 8.1 cm at 830 grams. Colour is listed as blue. Country of origin and warranty are not specified in this record.