The BougeRV Arch Pro 200W ShadePower N-Type Flexible Solar Panel is the better portable solar panel overall, rated 4.4 to 3.6. The BougeRV Arch Pro 200W ShadePower N-Type Flexible Solar Panel leads on value, portability and durability. The BLUETTI PV200 200W Portable Solar Panel wins on features. The BougeRV Arch Pro 200W ShadePower N-Type Flexible Solar Panel costs $129.01 less ($269.99 vs $399).
For a large curved RV or boat roof that needs 200 W from one light panel. Check the power station or controller input voltage first; low-voltage inputs suit a 12 V-class panel better.
Amazon $269.99 BougeRV $269.99A safe match for almost any power station thanks to its low voltage, and a natural pick for BLUETTI owners. Lighter 200 W panels exist if you carry it far.
BLUETTI $399Prices were last checked October 21, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Each 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 | BougeRV Arch Pro 200W ShadePower N-Type Flexible Solar Panel | BLUETTI PV200 200W Portable Solar Panel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.4/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Value 30% | 79 $1.35 per rated watt | 48 $2.00 per rated watt |
| Tested output 20% | 89 not yet tested; estimated 87% of rated watts from the median of the 10 tested panels | 89 not yet tested; estimated 87% of rated watts from the median of the 10 tested panels |
| Portability 15% | 100 25.3 W per lb (7.9 lb (3.6 kg)) | 47 11.7 W per lb (17.1 lb (8.1 kg)) |
| Durability 15% | 100 IP68, 5-year warranty | 60 IP67, 1-year warranty |
| Efficiency 10% | 100 25% claimed efficiency | 73 23.4% claimed efficiency |
| Features 10% | 20 series/parallel | 55 built-in kickstand, series/parallel |
| BougeRV Arch Pro 200W ShadePower N-Type Flexible Solar Panel | BLUETTI PV200 200W Portable Solar Panel | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Rated power | 200 W | 200 W |
| Tested output | Not tested (estimated 87%) | Not tested (estimated 87%) |
| Efficiency | 25% (cell efficiency) | 23.4% (cell efficiency ("up to"), per BLUETTI's manual) |
| Cells | Monocrystalline (N-type TOPCon, 16BB, bypass diodes for shade) | Monocrystalline |
| Bifacial | No | No |
| Electrical | ||
| Open-circuit voltage (Voc) | 36.4 V | 24.6 V |
| Voltage at max power (Vmp) | 31.1 V | 20.4 V |
| Short-circuit current (Isc) | 6.7 A | 10.8 A |
| Current at max power (Imp) | 6.4 A | 9.7 A |
| Voc temperature coefficient | -0.3%/°C | - |
| Series / parallel | Yes | Yes |
| Connections | ||
| Output connector | - | MC4 |
| Cables included | - | 1.5 m MC4 to XT60 |
| USB ports | None | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 7.9 lb (3.6 kg) | 17.1 lb (8.1 kg) |
| Flexible | Yes, bends up to 270° | - |
| Dimensions | 52.95 x 30.91 x 0.1 in | - |
| Folded size | - | 23 x 23.9 x 1.7 in |
| Unfolded size | - | 23.9 x 82.8 in |
| Folding sections | - | 4 |
| Kickstand | No | Yes |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP67 |
| Warranty | 5 years | 1 years |
| Output warranty | 80% output for 25 years | - |
