The HQST 200W Ultra-Light Foldable Portable Solar Panel (HPP200N) is the better portable solar panel overall, rated 4.5 to 2.7. The HQST 200W Ultra-Light Foldable Portable Solar Panel (HPP200N) leads on value, portability and durability. The HQST 200W Ultra-Light Foldable Portable Solar Panel (HPP200N) costs $439.96 less ($159.99 vs $599.95).
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 $159.99The 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 | HQST 200W Ultra-Light Foldable Portable Solar Panel (HPP200N) | Goal Zero Nomad 200 Solar Panel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.5/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $0.80 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% | 91 16.9 W per lb (11.8 lb (5.4 kg)) | 26 9.1 W per lb (22 lb (10 kg)) |
| Durability 15% | 60 IP67, 1-year warranty | 20 no IP rating, 2-year warranty |
| Efficiency 10% | 100 25% claimed efficiency | 50 efficiency not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 10% | 55 built-in kickstand, series/parallel | 55 built-in kickstand, USB output |
| HQST 200W Ultra-Light Foldable Portable Solar Panel (HPP200N) | 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% (conversion rate quoted by HQST in the manual) | - |
| Cells | Monocrystalline (N-type TOPCon) | Monocrystalline |
| Bifacial | No | No |
| Electrical | ||
| Open-circuit voltage (Voc) | 20.7 V | 23 V |
| Voltage at max power (Vmp) | 18 V | 19.1 V |
| Short-circuit current (Isc) | 12.9 A | - |
| Current at max power (Imp) | 11.2 A | - |
| Series / parallel | Yes | - |
| Connections | ||
| Output connector | MC4 | HPP (Goal Zero High Power Port) |
| Cables included | 4.9 ft 3-in-1 adapter cable (XT60, DC7909, DC5521) | 6 ft HPP charging cable (built in) |
| USB ports | None | 1x USB-A 5V 2.4A (12W max) |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 11.8 lb (5.4 kg) | 22 lb (10 kg) |
| Folded size | 23.94 x 20.71 x 1.97 in (608 x 526 x 50 mm) | 28.2 x 22.3 x 2.0 in |
| Unfolded size | 70.63 x 23.94 x 0.12 in (1794 x 608 x 3 mm) | 28.2 x 100.7 x 1.0 in |
| Folding sections | - | 4 |
| Kickstand | Yes | Yes |
| Water resistance | IP67 | - |
| Warranty | 1 years | 2 years |
