For your problem SPS are best solution. There are many IC's that could do
job for you.
Compact solutions are always more expensive. LM 2575, 2576, 2577 could be
solution for you (check for variations). Motorola MC34060 requires more
components but is cheaper. Anyway coil is necessary.

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