The GEYOTO S200 200W Bifacial Portable Solar Panel is the better portable solar panel overall, rated 4.5 to 4.3. The GEYOTO S200 200W Bifacial Portable Solar Panel leads on durability and features. The BougeRV 200W N-Type Fiberglass Foldable Portable Solar Panel wins on value and portability. The BougeRV 200W N-Type Fiberglass Foldable Portable Solar Panel costs $40 less ($179.99 vs $219.99).
A bifacial 200 W panel for car campers and RV owners with an XT60-input power station, where the reflective case can add some extra output. Not one to carry far.
Amazon $219.99 GEYOTO $259.99A good-value 200 W folding panel for keeping a 12 V fridge battery or a small-to-mid power station topped up at camp. Buyers who want proven output should pick a panel that has been independently tested.
Amazon $179.99 BougeRV $189.99Prices 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 | GEYOTO S200 200W Bifacial Portable Solar Panel | BougeRV 200W N-Type Fiberglass Foldable Portable Solar Panel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.5/5 | 4.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 90 $1.10 per rated watt | 100 $0.90 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% | 61 13.3 W per lb (15 lb (6.8 kg)) | 71 14.5 W per lb (13.8 lb (6.2 kg)) |
| Durability 15% | 100 IP68, 3-year warranty | 56 IP65, 2-year warranty |
| Efficiency 10% | 100 26% claimed efficiency | 100 25% claimed efficiency |
| Features 10% | 60 built-in kickstand, bifacial | 20 series/parallel |
| GEYOTO S200 200W Bifacial Portable Solar Panel | BougeRV 200W N-Type Fiberglass Foldable Portable Solar Panel | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Rated power | 200 W | 200 W |
| Tested output | Not tested (estimated 87%) | Not tested (estimated 87%) |
| Efficiency | 26% (cell efficiency per GEYOTO's product description) | 25% (solar cell efficiency, per BougeRV's spec table) |
| Cells | Monocrystalline (N-type) | - |
| Bifacial | Yes | No |
| Electrical | ||
| Open-circuit voltage (Voc) | - | 21 V |
| Voltage at max power (Vmp) | 25.2 V | 18 V |
| Short-circuit current (Isc) | - | 12.2 A |
| Current at max power (Imp) | 7.9 A | 11.2 A |
| Voc temperature coefficient | - | -0.3%/°C |
| Series / parallel | - | Yes |
| Connections | ||
| Output connector | MC4 | XT60 |
| Cables included | 10 ft (3 m) MC4 to XT60 cable, reflective EVA carrying case | Solar charging cable with XT60 and DC7909 connectors |
| USB ports | None | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 15 lb (6.8 kg) | 13.8 lb (6.2 kg) |
| Folded size | 20.6 x 26.5 x 1.1 in (522 x 673 x 28 mm) | 23.6 x 22.9 x 1.8 in |
| Unfolded size | 82.2 x 26.5 x 1.1 in (2088 x 673 x 28 mm) | 87.8 x 22.9 x 1.18 in |
| Kickstand | Yes | - |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP65 |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |
