For owners of small power stations who value a sturdy, long-warranty 100 W panel from a major brand. Shoppers chasing the lowest price per watt or USB charging can do better.
Amazon $144.99 Renogy $144.99The Renogy 100W N-Type Lightweight Portable Solar Suitcase (RSP100LSC) is the better portable solar panel overall, rated 4.4 to 4.2. The Renogy 100W N-Type Lightweight Portable Solar Suitcase (RSP100LSC) leads on efficiency and features. The Renogy Black Division 100W Lightweight Flexible Solar Panel (RSP100DL-36) wins on portability and value. The Renogy Black Division 100W Lightweight Flexible Solar Panel (RSP100DL-36) costs $40.50 less ($104.49 vs $144.99).
A low-profile 100 W panel for curved or weight-limited van, RV and boat roofs, especially where an all-black look matters. On a flat roof that can take the weight, a rigid panel lasts longer for less money.
Amazon $104.49 Renogy $139.99Prices 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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Renogy 100W N-Type Lightweight Portable Solar Suitcase (RSP100LSC) for efficiency (24.8% claimed efficiency vs 15.7% claimed efficiency) and features (built-in kickstand, series/parallel vs no kickstand, USB or bifacial cells).
- Choose the Renogy Black Division 100W Lightweight Flexible Solar Panel (RSP100DL-36) for portability (18.9 W per lb (5.3 lb (2.4 kg)) vs 11.3 W per lb (8.9 lb (4 kg))) and value ($1.04 per rated watt vs $1.45 per rated watt).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every small portable solar panel; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Renogy 100W N-Type Lightweight Portable Solar Suitcase (RSP100LSC) | Renogy Black Division 100W Lightweight Flexible Solar Panel (RSP100DL-36) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.4/5 | 4.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 91 $1.45 per rated watt | 100 $1.04 per rated watt |
| Tested output 20% | 91 not yet tested; estimated 87% of rated watts from 1 test of Renogy panels and 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% | 44 11.3 W per lb (8.9 lb (4 kg)) | 100 18.9 W per lb (5.3 lb (2.4 kg)) |
| Durability 15% | 100 IP67, 3-year warranty | 100 IP67, 5-year warranty |
| Efficiency 10% | 97 24.8% claimed efficiency | 0 15.7% claimed efficiency |
| Features 10% | 55 built-in kickstand, series/parallel | 0 no kickstand, USB or bifacial cells |
Specifications
| Renogy 100W N-Type Lightweight Portable Solar Suitcase (RSP100LSC) | Renogy Black Division 100W Lightweight Flexible Solar Panel (RSP100DL-36) | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Rated power | 100 W | 100 W |
| Tested output | Not tested (estimated 87%) | Not tested (estimated 87%) |
| Efficiency | 24.8% (cell efficiency per Renogy's spec table, which lists module efficiency as 15.2%; marketing copy rounds it to 25%) | 15.7% (module efficiency per Renogy's spec table; the Amazon listing quotes 22%) |
| Cells | Monocrystalline (N-type, 16BB) | Monocrystalline (half-cut PERC) |
| Bifacial | No | No |
| Electrical | ||
| Open-circuit voltage (Voc) | 21.6 V | 23.5 V |
| Voltage at max power (Vmp) | 18.7 V | 19.4 V |
| Short-circuit current (Isc) | 5.8 A | 5.5 A |
| Current at max power (Imp) | 5.4 A | 5.2 A |
| Series / parallel | Yes | - |
| Connections | ||
| Output connector | MC4 | - |
| USB ports | None | None |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 8.9 lb (4 kg) | 5.3 lb (2.4 kg) |
| Flexible | - | Yes, bends up to 240° |
| Dimensions | - | 43.0 x 22.9 x 0.8 in (1093.0 x 582.0 x 20.5 mm) |
| Folded size | 20.6 x 24.6 x 1.6 in (523 x 625 x 40 mm) | - |
| Unfolded size | 1048 x 625 x 20 mm | - |
| Kickstand | Yes | No |
| Water resistance | IP67 | IP67 |
| Warranty | 3 years | 5 years |
| Output warranty | 3-year power output warranty | 5-year output warranty |
