The HQST 100W Ultra-Light Foldable Portable Solar Panel (HPP100N) is the better portable solar panel overall, rated 4.5 to 3.9. The HQST 100W Ultra-Light Foldable Portable Solar Panel (HPP100N) leads on efficiency, value and features. The BougeRV Yuma 100W CIGS Thin-Film Flexible Solar Panel with Tape (Compact) wins on durability and portability. The HQST 100W Ultra-Light Foldable Portable Solar Panel (HPP100N) costs $120.99 less ($89 vs $209.99).
A good-value 100 W panel for owners of small power stations who want something light to set up beside the tent. The short warranty is the main trade-off.
Amazon $89 HQST $89.99For tightly curved or irregular surfaces such as boat biminis and teardrop roofs, where silicon flexible panels would crack. On a gently curved roof, a silicon flexible panel gives more watts per dollar.
Amazon $209.99 BougeRV $249.99Prices 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 small portable solar panel; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | HQST 100W Ultra-Light Foldable Portable Solar Panel (HPP100N) | BougeRV Yuma 100W CIGS Thin-Film Flexible Solar Panel with Tape (Compact) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.5/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $0.89 per rated watt | 68 $2.10 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 (5.9 lb (2.7 kg)) | 100 22.0 W per lb (4.5 lb (2.1 kg)) |
| Durability 15% | 60 IP67, 1-year warranty | 100 IP68, 10-year warranty |
| Efficiency 10% | 100 25% claimed efficiency | 0 17% claimed efficiency |
| Features 10% | 55 built-in kickstand, series/parallel | 0 no kickstand, USB or bifacial cells |
| HQST 100W Ultra-Light Foldable Portable Solar Panel (HPP100N) | BougeRV Yuma 100W CIGS Thin-Film Flexible Solar Panel with Tape (Compact) | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Rated power | 100 W | 100 W |
| Tested output | Not tested (estimated 87%) | Not tested (estimated 87%) |
| Efficiency | 25% (conversion rate quoted by HQST as up to 25% cell efficiency) | 17% (cell efficiency) |
| Cells | Monocrystalline (N-type TOPCon, 16BB) | CIGS (thin-film copper indium gallium selenide) |
| Bifacial | No | No |
| Electrical | ||
| Open-circuit voltage (Voc) | 20.7 V | 30.5 V |
| Voltage at max power (Vmp) | 18 V | 24 V |
| Short-circuit current (Isc) | 6.4 A | 4.7 A |
| Current at max power (Imp) | 5.6 A | 4.2 A |
| Voc temperature coefficient | - | -0.3%/°C |
| Series / parallel | Yes | - |
| Connections | ||
| Output connector | MC4 | MC4 |
| Cables included | 4.9 ft 3-in-1 adapter cable (XT60, DC7909, DC5521) | - |
| USB ports | None | None |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 5.9 lb (2.7 kg) | 4.5 lb (2.1 kg) |
| Flexible | - | Yes, bends up to 360° |
| Dimensions | - | 42.6 x 26.0 x 0.06 in |
| Folded size | 23.94 x 20.47 x 1.38 in (608 x 520 x 35 mm) | - |
| Unfolded size | 36.85 x 23.94 x 0.12 in (936 x 608 x 3 mm) | - |
| Kickstand | Yes | No |
| Water resistance | IP67 | IP68 |
| Warranty | 1 years | 10 years |
| Output warranty | - | 25-year performance warranty |
