The Renogy 100W N-Type Lightweight Portable Solar Suitcase (RSP100LSC) is the better portable solar panel overall, rated 4.4 to 4.3. The Renogy 100W N-Type Lightweight Portable Solar Suitcase (RSP100LSC) leads on durability and efficiency. The Ecosonique 100W Portable Solar Panel (UC-100A) wins on portability and value. The Ecosonique 100W Portable Solar Panel (UC-100A) costs $59 less ($85.99 vs $144.99).
For owners of small power stations who value a sturdy, long-warranty 100 W panel from a major brand. Shoppers chasing the lowest price per watt or USB charging can do better.
Amazon $144.99 Renogy $144.99A cheap, light 100 W panel for small power stations and direct USB charging on camping and hiking trips. Buyers who want a longer warranty or verified output should look elsewhere.
Amazon $85.99Prices 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 | Renogy 100W N-Type Lightweight Portable Solar Suitcase (RSP100LSC) | Ecosonique 100W Portable Solar Panel (UC-100A) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.4/5 | 4.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 91 $1.45 per rated watt | 100 $0.86 per rated watt |
| Tested output 20% | 91 not yet tested; estimated 87% of rated watts from 1 test of Renogy panels and 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% | 44 11.3 W per lb (8.9 lb (4 kg)) | 88 16.5 W per lb (6.1 lb (2.8 kg)) |
| Durability 15% | 100 IP67, 3-year warranty | 36 IP65, 1-year warranty |
| Efficiency 10% | 97 24.8% claimed efficiency | 75 23.5% claimed efficiency |
| Features 10% | 55 built-in kickstand, series/parallel | 55 built-in kickstand, USB output |
| Renogy 100W N-Type Lightweight Portable Solar Suitcase (RSP100LSC) | Ecosonique 100W Portable Solar Panel (UC-100A) | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Rated power | 100 W | 100 W |
| Tested output | Not tested (estimated 87%) | Not tested (estimated 87%) |
| Efficiency | 24.8% (cell efficiency per Renogy's spec table, which lists module efficiency as 15.2%; marketing copy rounds it to 25%) | 23.5% (cell efficiency per the Amazon listing's description; its spec table says 24%) |
| Cells | Monocrystalline (N-type, 16BB) | Monocrystalline |
| Bifacial | No | No |
| Electrical | ||
| Open-circuit voltage (Voc) | 21.6 V | - |
| Voltage at max power (Vmp) | 18.7 V | 20 V |
| Short-circuit current (Isc) | 5.8 A | - |
| Current at max power (Imp) | 5.4 A | 5 A |
| Series / parallel | Yes | - |
| Connections | ||
| Output connector | MC4 | - |
| Cables included | - | 3 m DC5521 male-to-male cable, 0.5 m DC5521 to XT60 and Anderson cable, DC7909, DC5525 and DC35135 connectors |
| USB ports | None | 1x USB-C PD3.0 (max 45W), 1x USB-A QC3.0 (max 24W), plus a 20V DC output |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 8.9 lb (4 kg) | 6.1 lb (2.8 kg) |
| Folded size | 20.6 x 24.6 x 1.6 in (523 x 625 x 40 mm) | 15.68 x 10.44 x 2.96 in |
| Unfolded size | 1048 x 625 x 20 mm | 68.28 x 15.68 x 0.99 in |
| Kickstand | Yes | Yes |
| Water resistance | IP67 | IP65 |
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 years |
| Output warranty | 3-year power output warranty | - |
