The HQST 100W 12V 9BB Monocrystalline Rigid Solar Panel and the JJN 100W 12V 10BB Monocrystalline Rigid Solar Panel are evenly matched, rated 4.1 and 4.1. The HQST 100W 12V 9BB Monocrystalline Rigid Solar Panel costs $9.01 less ($49.99 vs $59).
The budget pick for a shed, gate opener, small cabin or ground mount where space isn’t tight. On a crowded van roof a smaller N-type 100 W panel is the better fit.
Amazon $49.99 HQST $49.99A cheap 100 W panel for a small 12 V system on a van, boat or shed. JJN’s newer N-type 100 W panel is the more efficient choice if the price gap is small.
Amazon $59.99 JJN $59Prices 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 under 150 w rigid solar panel; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | HQST 100W 12V 9BB Monocrystalline Rigid Solar Panel | JJN 100W 12V 10BB Monocrystalline Rigid Solar Panel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 4.1/5 |
| Value 45% | 100 $0.50 per rated watt | 100 $0.59 per rated watt |
| Tested output 15% | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) |
| Durability 25% | 51 IP65, 5-year warranty | 51 IP65, 5-year warranty |
| Efficiency 15% | 67 23% claimed efficiency | 67 23% claimed efficiency |
| HQST 100W 12V 9BB Monocrystalline Rigid Solar Panel | JJN 100W 12V 10BB Monocrystalline Rigid Solar Panel | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Rated power | 100 W | 100 W |
| Efficiency | 23% (cell efficiency, "up to") | 23% (the maker does not say whether this is cell or module efficiency) |
| Cells | Monocrystalline (9BB) | Monocrystalline (10BB, half-cut cells) |
| Bifacial | No | No |
| Electrical | ||
| Open-circuit voltage (Voc) | 24.3 V | 20.8 V |
| Voltage at max power (Vmp) | 20.4 V | 17.5 V |
| Short-circuit current (Isc) | 5.2 A | 6.4 A |
| Current at max power (Imp) | 4.9 A | 5.7 A |
| Voc temperature coefficient | -0.3%/°C | - |
| Series / parallel | Yes | - |
| Connections | ||
| Output connector | MC4 | MC4 |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 14.3 lb (6.5 kg) | 13.4 lb (6.1 kg) |
| Dimensions | 31.8 x 27.5 x 1.18 in | 38.2 x 22.7 x 1.2 in |
| Frame | anti-corrosion aluminum alloy | black aluminum |
| Glass | low-iron tempered | tempered |
| Junction box rating | IP65 | IP65 |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Output warranty | 95% output for 5 years, 90% for 10 years, 80% for 25 years | 30-year performance warranty, 80-83% output |
