A low-cost 200 W panel for a 12 V van, RV or shed system, with a longer warranty than most budget brands. Buyers who want a well-documented panel from an established maker pay a little more for HQST.
Amazon $135.82The Rvpozwer 200W N-Type Rigid is the better rigid solar panel overall, rated 4.3 to 2.9. The Rvpozwer 200W N-Type Rigid leads on durability, value and efficiency. The Rvpozwer 200W N-Type Rigid costs $39.17 less ($135.82 vs $174.99).
For a 12 V system that wants 200 W from one panel without buying an MPPT controller. With an MPPT controller, 24 V-class 200 W panels with longer warranties are worth a look.
Amazon $174.99Prices were last checked October 26, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Rvpozwer 200W N-Type Rigid for durability (IP68, 10-year warranty vs no IP rating, 2-year warranty), value ($0.68 per rated watt vs $0.87 per rated watt) and efficiency (22.3% module efficiency (from size and rated power) vs 19.7% module efficiency (from size and rated power)).
Scores side by side
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 | Rvpozwer 200W N-Type Rigid | Newpowa 200W 12V Mono |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 45% | 78 $0.68 per rated watt | 60 $0.87 per rated watt |
| Tested output 15% | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) |
| Durability 25% | 100 IP68, 10-year warranty | 7 no IP rating, 2-year warranty |
| Efficiency 15% | 86 22.3% module efficiency (from size and rated power) | 34 19.7% module efficiency (from size and rated power) |
Specifications
| Rvpozwer 200W N-Type Rigid | Newpowa 200W 12V Mono | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Rated power | 200 W | 200 W |
| Module efficiency | 22.3% (rated power over panel area) | 19.7% (rated power over panel area) |
| Claimed efficiency | 25% (cell efficiency) | 21% (datasheet "maximum efficiency" (not labeled cell or module)) |
| Cells | Monocrystalline (N-type, 18BB) | Monocrystalline (10BB, 182 mm cells) |
| Bifacial | No | No |
| Electrical | ||
| Open-circuit voltage (Voc) | 22.1 V | 24.3 V |
| Voltage at max power (Vmp) | 18.2 V | 20.7 V |
| Short-circuit current (Isc) | 12.1 A | 10.3 A |
| Current at max power (Imp) | 10.9 A | 9.7 A |
| Voc temperature coefficient | - | -0.4%/°C |
| Series / parallel | Yes | - |
| Connections | ||
| Output connector | - | Pre-attached 3 ft leads with male/female solar connectors |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 19.2 lb (8.7 kg) | 24.7 lb (11.2 kg) |
| Dimensions | 52.76 x 26.38 x 1.18 in | 52.4 x 30.1 x 1.4 in |
| Frame | aluminum alloy | anodized aluminum |
| Glass | 3.2 mm tempered | low-iron tempered |
| Junction box rating | IP68 | - |
| Warranty | 10 years | 2 years |
| Output warranty | at least 90% of rated power for the first 10 years | 90% output for 10 years, 80% for 25 years |
