The HQST 400W (2 x 200W) N-Type 16BB Compact Rigid Solar Panel 2-Pack is the better rigid solar panel overall, rated 4.1 to 3.9. The HQST 400W (2 x 200W) N-Type 16BB Compact Rigid Solar Panel 2-Pack leads on value. The Renogy 400W (2 x 200W) N-Type 16BB Rigid Solar Panel 2-Pack wins on durability. The HQST 400W (2 x 200W) N-Type 16BB Compact Rigid Solar Panel 2-Pack costs $123 less ($229.99 vs $352.99).
Two of HQST’s compact 200 W panels in one box, a low-cost way to put 400 W on a 12 V van, RV or shed system. Check the single-panel price first, since two singles have been cheaper.
Amazon $229.99 HQST $229.99A simple way to buy 400 W of Renogy’s 200 W panel for an RV roof, shed or ground mount with an MPPT controller. Compare it with two singles first, since the pack is not always cheaper.
Amazon $365.99 Renogy $352.99Prices 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 150 w and up rigid solar panel; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | HQST 400W (2 x 200W) N-Type 16BB Compact Rigid Solar Panel 2-Pack | Renogy 400W (2 x 200W) N-Type 16BB Rigid Solar Panel 2-Pack |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Value 45% | 88 $0.57 per rated watt | 59 $0.88 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 | 84 IP65, 10-year warranty |
| Efficiency 15% | 100 25.4% claimed efficiency | 100 25% claimed efficiency |
| HQST 400W (2 x 200W) N-Type 16BB Compact Rigid Solar Panel 2-Pack | Renogy 400W (2 x 200W) N-Type 16BB Rigid Solar Panel 2-Pack | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Rated power | 400 W | 400 W |
| Efficiency | 25.4% (cell efficiency, "up to" (the datasheet labels it module efficiency)) | 25% (cell efficiency; datasheet module efficiency 20.7%) |
| Cells | Monocrystalline (N-type TOPCon, 16BB) | Monocrystalline (N-type, 16BB) |
| Bifacial | No | No |
| Electrical | ||
| Open-circuit voltage (Voc) | 22.4 V | 37.4 V |
| Voltage at max power (Vmp) | 19 V | 31 V |
| Short-circuit current (Isc) | 11 A | 6.8 A |
| Current at max power (Imp) | 10.5 A | 6.5 A |
| Voc temperature coefficient | -0.3%/°C | -0.3%/°C |
| Series / parallel | Yes | Yes |
| Connections | ||
| Output connector | MC4 | Solar connectors (IP67) |
| Build | ||
| Dimensions | 46.3 x 30.1 x 1.2 in (each panel) | 49.7 x 30.1 x 1.2 in (each panel) |
| Frame | anodized aluminum alloy | anodized aluminum alloy |
| Glass | 3.2 mm tempered | 3.2 mm tempered |
| Junction box rating | IP65 | IP65 |
| Warranty | 5 years | 10 years |
| Output warranty | 25-year power output warranty; maker claims 87.4% output after 30 years | 95% output for 5 years, 90% for 10 years, 80% for 25 years |
