The Renogy 200W Blanket (RPP200SB-SE) is the better portable solar panel overall, rated 4.4 to 4.3. The Renogy 200W Blanket (RPP200SB-SE) leads on portability and features. The BougeRV 200W Foldable wins on value. The BougeRV 200W Foldable costs $58 less ($179.99 vs $237.99).
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 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 $179.99Prices were last checked October 22, 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 | Renogy 200W Blanket (RPP200SB-SE) | BougeRV 200W Foldable |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.4/5 | 4.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 86 $1.19 per rated watt | 100 $0.90 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)) | 71 14.5 W per lb (13.8 lb (6.2 kg)) |
| Durability 15% | 56 IP65, 2-year warranty | 56 IP65, 2-year warranty |
| Efficiency 10% | 100 25% claimed efficiency | 100 25% claimed efficiency |
| Features 10% | 40 USB output, series/parallel | 20 series/parallel |
| Renogy 200W Blanket (RPP200SB-SE) | BougeRV 200W Foldable | |
|---|---|---|
| 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% (solar cell efficiency, per BougeRV's spec table) |
| Cells | Monocrystalline (N-type TOPCon, 16BB) | - |
| Bifacial | No | No |
| Electrical | ||
| Open-circuit voltage (Voc) | 19.6 V | 21 V |
| Voltage at max power (Vmp) | 16.8 V | 18 V |
| Short-circuit current (Isc) | 13.1 A | 12.2 A |
| Current at max power (Imp) | 11.9 A | 11.2 A |
| Voc temperature coefficient | - | -0.3%/°C |
| Series / parallel | Yes | Yes |
| Connections | ||
| Output connector | MC4 | XT60 |
| Cables included | - | Solar charging cable with XT60 and DC7909 connectors |
| 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) | 13.8 lb (6.2 kg) |
| Folded size | 16.14 x 15.35 x 3.07 in (410 x 390 x 78 mm) | 23.6 x 22.9 x 1.8 in |
| Unfolded size | 61.41 x 31.89 x 1.49 in (1560 x 810 x 38 mm) | 87.8 x 22.9 x 1.18 in |
| Water resistance | IP65 | IP65 |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
