The BougeRV Arch Pro 200W ShadePower N-Type Flexible Solar Panel is the better portable solar panel overall, rated 4.4 to 2.7. The BougeRV Arch Pro 200W ShadePower N-Type Flexible Solar Panel leads on value, durability and portability. The Goal Zero Nomad 200 Solar Panel wins on features. The BougeRV Arch Pro 200W ShadePower N-Type Flexible Solar Panel costs $329.96 less ($269.99 vs $599.95).
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 $269.99The easy pick for Goal Zero Yeti owners who want a 200 W panel that plugs straight in. Owners of other brands get more for the money elsewhere.
Amazon $599.95 Goal Zero $599.95Prices 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 | Goal Zero Nomad 200 Solar Panel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.4/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 79 $1.35 per rated watt | 0 $3.00 per rated watt |
| Tested output 20% | 89 not yet tested; estimated 87% of rated watts from the median of the 10 tested panels | 85 not yet tested; estimated 85% of rated watts from 1 test of Goal Zero panels and the median of the 10 tested panels |
| Portability 15% | 100 25.3 W per lb (7.9 lb (3.6 kg)) | 26 9.1 W per lb (22 lb (10 kg)) |
| Durability 15% | 100 IP68, 5-year warranty | 20 no IP rating, 2-year warranty |
| Efficiency 10% | 100 25% claimed efficiency | 50 efficiency not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 10% | 20 series/parallel | 55 built-in kickstand, USB output |
| BougeRV Arch Pro 200W ShadePower N-Type Flexible Solar Panel | Goal Zero Nomad 200 Solar Panel | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Rated power | 200 W | 200 W |
| Tested output | Not tested (estimated 87%) | Not tested (estimated 85%) |
| Efficiency | 25% (cell efficiency) | - |
| Cells | Monocrystalline (N-type TOPCon, 16BB, bypass diodes for shade) | Monocrystalline |
| Bifacial | No | No |
| Electrical | ||
| Open-circuit voltage (Voc) | 36.4 V | 23 V |
| Voltage at max power (Vmp) | 31.1 V | 19.1 V |
| Short-circuit current (Isc) | 6.7 A | - |
| Current at max power (Imp) | 6.4 A | - |
| Voc temperature coefficient | -0.3%/°C | - |
| Series / parallel | Yes | - |
| Connections | ||
| Output connector | - | HPP (Goal Zero High Power Port) |
| Cables included | - | 6 ft HPP charging cable (built in) |
| USB ports | None | 1x USB-A 5V 2.4A (12W max) |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 7.9 lb (3.6 kg) | 22 lb (10 kg) |
| Flexible | Yes, bends up to 270° | - |
| Dimensions | 52.95 x 30.91 x 0.1 in | - |
| Folded size | - | 28.2 x 22.3 x 2.0 in |
| Unfolded size | - | 28.2 x 100.7 x 1.0 in |
| Folding sections | - | 4 |
| Kickstand | No | Yes |
| Water resistance | IP68 | - |
| Warranty | 5 years | 2 years |
| Output warranty | 80% output for 25 years | - |
