The HQST 200W Ultra-Light Foldable Portable Solar Panel (HPP200N) is the better portable solar panel overall, rated 4.5 to 4.4. The HQST 200W Ultra-Light Foldable Portable Solar Panel (HPP200N) leads on value and features. The BougeRV Arch Pro 200W ShadePower N-Type Flexible Solar Panel wins on durability and portability. The HQST 200W Ultra-Light Foldable Portable Solar Panel (HPP200N) costs $110 less ($159.99 vs $269.99).
For campers with a small or mid-size power station who want 200 W that one person can carry easily. The short warranty is the main trade-off for the low price.
Amazon $159.99 HQST $159.99For 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 $269.99Prices 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 | HQST 200W Ultra-Light Foldable Portable Solar Panel (HPP200N) | BougeRV Arch Pro 200W ShadePower N-Type Flexible Solar Panel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.5/5 | 4.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $0.80 per rated watt | 79 $1.35 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% | 91 16.9 W per lb (11.8 lb (5.4 kg)) | 100 25.3 W per lb (7.9 lb (3.6 kg)) |
| Durability 15% | 60 IP67, 1-year warranty | 100 IP68, 5-year warranty |
| Efficiency 10% | 100 25% claimed efficiency | 100 25% claimed efficiency |
| Features 10% | 55 built-in kickstand, series/parallel | 20 series/parallel |
| HQST 200W Ultra-Light Foldable Portable Solar Panel (HPP200N) | BougeRV Arch Pro 200W ShadePower N-Type Flexible Solar Panel | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Rated power | 200 W | 200 W |
| Tested output | Not tested (estimated 87%) | Not tested (estimated 87%) |
| Efficiency | 25% (conversion rate quoted by HQST in the manual) | 25% (cell efficiency) |
| Cells | Monocrystalline (N-type TOPCon) | Monocrystalline (N-type TOPCon, 16BB, bypass diodes for shade) |
| Bifacial | No | No |
| Electrical | ||
| Open-circuit voltage (Voc) | 20.7 V | 36.4 V |
| Voltage at max power (Vmp) | 18 V | 31.1 V |
| Short-circuit current (Isc) | 12.9 A | 6.7 A |
| Current at max power (Imp) | 11.2 A | 6.4 A |
| Voc temperature coefficient | - | -0.3%/°C |
| Series / parallel | Yes | Yes |
| Connections | ||
| Output connector | MC4 | - |
| Cables included | 4.9 ft 3-in-1 adapter cable (XT60, DC7909, DC5521) | - |
| USB ports | None | None |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 11.8 lb (5.4 kg) | 7.9 lb (3.6 kg) |
| Flexible | - | Yes, bends up to 270° |
| Dimensions | - | 52.95 x 30.91 x 0.1 in |
| Folded size | 23.94 x 20.71 x 1.97 in (608 x 526 x 50 mm) | - |
| Unfolded size | 70.63 x 23.94 x 0.12 in (1794 x 608 x 3 mm) | - |
| Kickstand | Yes | No |
| Water resistance | IP67 | IP68 |
| Warranty | 1 years | 5 years |
| Output warranty | - | 80% output for 25 years |
