The Renogy 100W N-Type Suitcase (RSP100LSC) is the better portable solar panel overall, rated 4.4 to 4.2. The Renogy 100W N-Type Suitcase (RSP100LSC) leads on durability and features. The SOKIOVOLA 100W Portable wins on portability and value. The SOKIOVOLA 100W Portable costs $55 less ($89.99 vs $144.99).
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 $144.99A cheap, light 100 W panel for topping up a small power station on camping trips. Buyers who want consistent published specs and a longer warranty should pay more for an established brand.
Amazon $89.99Prices were last checked October 22, 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 small portable solar panel; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Renogy 100W N-Type Suitcase (RSP100LSC) | SOKIOVOLA 100W Portable |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.4/5 | 4.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 91 $1.45 per rated watt | 100 $0.90 per rated watt |
| Tested output 20% | 100 not yet tested; estimated 91% of rated watts from 2 tests of Renogy panels and the median of the 11 tested panels | 92 not yet tested; estimated 88% of rated watts from the median of the 11 tested panels |
| Portability 15% | 44 11.3 W per lb (8.9 lb (4 kg)) | 100 21.7 W per lb (4.6 lb (2.1 kg)) |
| Durability 15% | 100 IP67, 3-year warranty | 60 IP68, 1-year warranty |
| Efficiency 10% | 97 24.8% claimed efficiency | 50 efficiency not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 10% | 55 built-in kickstand, series/parallel | 0 no kickstand, USB or bifacial cells |
| Renogy 100W N-Type Suitcase (RSP100LSC) | SOKIOVOLA 100W Portable | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Rated power | 100 W | 100 W |
| Tested output | Not tested (estimated 91%) | Not tested (estimated 88%) |
| Efficiency | 24.8% (cell efficiency per Renogy's spec table, which lists module efficiency as 15.2%; marketing copy rounds it to 25%) | - |
| Cells | Monocrystalline (N-type, 16BB) | - |
| Bifacial | No | No |
| Electrical | ||
| Open-circuit voltage (Voc) | 21.6 V | 21.6 V |
| Voltage at max power (Vmp) | 18.7 V | 18 V |
| Short-circuit current (Isc) | 5.8 A | 6.1 A |
| Current at max power (Imp) | 5.4 A | 5.6 A |
| Series / parallel | Yes | - |
| Connections | ||
| Output connector | MC4 | MC4 |
| Cables included | - | 7.2 ft MC4 to 4-in-1 cable (XT60, DC5521, DC7909, Anderson), 3-in-1 DC adapter (DC5521 to DC6514, DC5525, DC3513) |
| USB ports | None | None |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 8.9 lb (4 kg) | 4.6 lb (2.1 kg) |
| Folded size | 20.6 x 24.6 x 1.6 in (523 x 625 x 40 mm) | 14.69 x 8.67 x 1.78 in |
| Unfolded size | 1048 x 625 x 20 mm | 39.65 x 29.53 in |
| Kickstand | Yes | - |
| Water resistance | IP67 | IP68 |
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 years |
| Output warranty | 3-year power output warranty | - |
