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 efficiency, features and value. The Renogy 200W 12V Flexible Monocrystalline Solar Panel wins on durability and portability. The HQST 200W Ultra-Light Foldable Portable Solar Panel (HPP200N) costs $83 less ($159.99 vs $242.99).
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 $159.99For a long curved RV, trailer or boat roof that can fit one large sheet. Split the wattage across two smaller panels if vents or hatches break up the space.
Amazon $242.99 Renogy $311.99Prices 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 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) | Renogy 200W 12V Flexible Monocrystalline Solar Panel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.5/5 | 4.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $0.80 per rated watt | 85 $1.21 per rated watt |
| Tested output 20% | 89 not yet tested; estimated 87% of rated watts from the median of the 10 tested panels | 91 not yet tested; estimated 87% of rated watts from 1 test of Renogy panels and the median of the 10 tested panels |
| Portability 15% | 91 16.9 W per lb (11.8 lb (5.4 kg)) | 100 18.5 W per lb (10.8 lb (4.9 kg)) |
| Durability 15% | 60 IP67, 1-year warranty | 100 IP67, 5-year warranty |
| Efficiency 10% | 100 25% claimed efficiency | 0 16.7% 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) | Renogy 200W 12V Flexible Monocrystalline 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) | 16.7% (module efficiency per Renogy's spec table; the Amazon listing quotes 22%) |
| Cells | Monocrystalline (N-type TOPCon) | Monocrystalline (half-cut PERC, 9BB) |
| Bifacial | No | No |
| Electrical | ||
| Open-circuit voltage (Voc) | 20.7 V | 23.9 V |
| Voltage at max power (Vmp) | 18 V | 20.1 V |
| Short-circuit current (Isc) | 12.9 A | 10.7 A |
| Current at max power (Imp) | 11.2 A | 10 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) | 10.8 lb (4.9 kg) |
| Flexible | - | Yes, bends up to 240° |
| Dimensions | - | 63.2 x 29.4 x 0.1 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 | 5 years |
| Output warranty | - | 90% output for 5 years |
