The HQST 200W Ultra-Light Foldable Portable Solar Panel (HPP200N) is the better portable solar panel overall, rated 4.5 to 4.1. The HQST 200W Ultra-Light Foldable Portable Solar Panel (HPP200N) leads on features. The Holdwell S 200W Semi-Flexible Solar Panel costs $46.90 less ($113.09 vs $159.99).
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 $159.99A low-cost 200 W flexible panel for a curved RV, boat or van roof, for buyers willing to work without a spec sheet. Anyone who needs published voltages should pick an established brand.
Amazon $113.09Prices 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) | Holdwell S 200W Semi-Flexible Solar Panel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.5/5 | 4.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $0.80 per rated watt | 100 $0.57 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)) | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) |
| Durability 15% | 60 IP67, 1-year warranty | 60 IP67 |
| Efficiency 10% | 100 25% claimed efficiency | 100 25% claimed efficiency |
| Features 10% | 55 built-in kickstand, series/parallel | 0 no kickstand, USB or bifacial cells |
| HQST 200W Ultra-Light Foldable Portable Solar Panel (HPP200N) | Holdwell S 200W Semi-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% (per the Amazon listing, not stated as cell or module) |
| Cells | Monocrystalline (N-type TOPCon) | Monocrystalline |
| Bifacial | No | No |
| Electrical | ||
| Open-circuit voltage (Voc) | 20.7 V | - |
| Voltage at max power (Vmp) | 18 V | - |
| Short-circuit current (Isc) | 12.9 A | - |
| Current at max power (Imp) | 11.2 A | - |
| Series / parallel | 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) | - |
| Flexible | - | Yes, bends 180-240° per the Amazon listing |
| Dimensions | - | 53.15 x 30.12 x 0.77 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 | IP67 |
| Warranty | 1 years | - |
