The Renogy 200W Blanket (RPP200SB-SE) is the better portable solar panel overall, rated 4.4 to 4.0. The Renogy 200W Blanket (RPP200SB-SE) leads on value. The Anker SOLIX PS200 Bifacial wins on durability and features. The Renogy 200W Blanket (RPP200SB-SE) costs $262 less ($237.99 vs $499.99).
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For campers and travelers with a small or mid-size power station who want a 200 W panel that packs like a small bag and can charge a phone on its own. Anyone who wants a panel that props itself up should pick a kickstand model.
Amazon $237.99A light 200 W panel for mid-size power stations that accept around 50-60 V of solar input. Its low weight and long warranty make it easy to recommend at its price.
Amazon $499.99 Anker SOLIX $499.99Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every mid-size portable solar panel; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Renogy 200W Blanket (RPP200SB-SE) | Anker SOLIX PS200 Bifacial |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.4/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 86 $1.19 per rated watt | 24 $2.50 per rated watt |
| Tested output 20% | 100 not yet tested; estimated 91% of rated watts from 2 tests of Renogy panels and the median of the 11 tested panels | 92 not yet tested; estimated 88% of rated watts from the median of the 11 tested panels |
| Portability 15% | 100 22.7 W per lb (8.8 lb (4 kg)) | 100 18.9 W per lb (10.6 lb (4.8 kg)) |
| Durability 15% | 56 IP65, 2-year warranty | 100 IP68, 5-year warranty |
| Efficiency 10% | 100 25% claimed efficiency | 100 25% claimed efficiency |
| Features 10% | 40 USB output, series/parallel | 60 built-in kickstand, bifacial |
| Renogy 200W Blanket (RPP200SB-SE) | Anker SOLIX PS200 Bifacial | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Rated power | 200 W | 200 W |
| Tested output | Not tested (estimated 91%) | Not tested (estimated 88%) |
| Efficiency | 25% (cell efficiency as quoted by Renogy and on the Amazon listing; the manual gives no efficiency figure) | 25% ("25%+ conversion efficiency" per Anker; cell vs module not stated) |
| Cells | Monocrystalline (N-type TOPCon, 16BB) | - |
| Bifacial | No | Yes |
| Electrical | ||
| Open-circuit voltage (Voc) | 19.6 V | - |
| Voltage at max power (Vmp) | 16.8 V | 48 V |
| Short-circuit current (Isc) | 13.1 A | - |
| Current at max power (Imp) | 11.9 A | 4.2 A |
| Series / parallel | Yes | - |
| Connections | ||
| Output connector | MC4 | - |
| Cables included | - | 2x 8.2 ft (2.5 m) solar charging cable, 1.6 ft (0.5 m) XT-60i solar charging cable |
| USB ports | 1x USB-C PD3.0 up to 45 W and 2x USB-A QC up to 18 W each, per the manual | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 8.8 lb (4 kg) | 10.6 lb (4.8 kg) |
| Folded size | 16.14 x 15.35 x 3.07 in (410 x 390 x 78 mm) | 27.0 x 31.2 x 1.8 in |
| Unfolded size | 61.41 x 31.89 x 1.49 in (1560 x 810 x 38 mm) | 54.2 x 31.2 x 0.7 in |
| Kickstand | - | Yes |
| Water resistance | IP65 | IP68 |
| Warranty | 2 years | 5 years |
| Released | 2025-04 | 2026-06 |
