200W Portable Solar Panel for Power Station Generator, 12V/24V Flexible Foldable Solar Panel Kit Lightweight High-Efficiency Solar Charger Power Backup for Outdoor Van Camper Boat Caravan Off-Grid

10 reviews for 200W Portable Solar Panel for Power Station Generator, 12V/24V Flexible Foldable Solar Panel Kit Lightweight High-Efficiency Solar Charger Power Backup for Outdoor Van Camper Boat Caravan Off-Grid

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   Rated 5 out of 5

   LiveWithTech – November 5, 2022

   
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   I do have a 100W solar panel from another brand that has worked great for me to date. I am so impressed by solar panels that I decided to get 200W panels that I can carry while camping or during road trips along with my power station. This product checks all the requirements I had & I would recommend these for harvesting clean solar energy on the go. These can be very useful for emergency needs as when during a blackout.Here is my take after trying this product:Pros:- Very functional product and it does the job that it is supposed to do to generate electricity from solar- 200W 12V/24V capacity is appropriate for most basic to intermediate needs during travel unless you plan to use higher energy equipment- Has multiple safety standards including over-charge protection, surge protection & short-circuit protection- Weather-resistant panels that are IP65 waterproof let you use these outdoors without any worry- Panel has MC-4 connector & 4 connectors (DC7909/8, XT60, Aviation Connector, Anderson) that should cover most of the port needs- Build quality is appreciable as I don’t see any issue as of now- Overall the product looks very fancy and modern. Has a sleek aesthetic overall & very lightweight to carry around easily- It has magnetic closure while folding making it a breeze to fold these- Manual leaflet has detailed instructions & is clear and precise- 24 months long warranty provided by the manufacturer showing their confidence in the product- Comes well packed and there was no damage to the productCons:- There is no USB output in the board of these panels like my older 100W panels have that can be used directly used to charge any USB-enabled device- These are definitely expensive but I see these as one-time investments that will pay out over a period of time- Each of the 4-panel surfaces has an individual kickstand at the back and opening all 4 together sometimes takes a good effort. I wish these had some mechanism to control all 4 kick-stands together

   
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   Rated 5 out of 5

   Mike Mcgee – November 23, 2022

   
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   Ive been using this panel for a little over a month now. I really like to use things in multiple situations and gauge its effectiveness; This panel is perfect for what I am using it for. I wanted something that was lightweight, easy to store and transport to supplement my mounted solar panels. I don’t always have the best options for parking in the sun, and the angle is never perfect with mounted panels.What I really wanted was a panel I could easily and quickly setup in the best location to supplement my charging. I have been extremely pleased with this purchase. It really filled the niche I needed with my setup in my camper van, and I also found myself using it in a lot of other applications because it is very portable and light weight.1. Very portable. I really liked how its all self contained, the cables, adapters, all come in a zipper pouch, and I ended up using it to store my 20 ft cables as well, so when it is time to set it up, its really a “Grab and go ” situation. The handles are very nice, and they have magnetic clasps so the unit stays closed until its time to use it. I really liked this feature, because it kept it safe, and stopped anything from slipping inside the panel when I was storing it. The feet are velcro secured and right on the unit, its really nice that they secure so well, and they are always right there to use. That is one of my favorite things about this panel is that its all ” Self contained ” I do not need to look for feet, cables, or anything, because its all right there.2. Well made The construction is very sturdy, I’ve been using it for right around a month at this point and it still feels and looks new to me. Its very easy to clean/keep clean, the material is strong. I really love the zippered pockets and velcro hold downs for the feet. It keeps it all “Tight” and very quick to store and grab when I want to use it.3. Comes with cable and adapters I really liked how it came with extra cable length, and adapters for any device you might want to charge. I have some older power stations and was really surprised to be able to just directly charge those. It really made it easy to work it into my solar setup. It saved me money too.4. Great power Its a 100watt panel and I felt the output was very nice. Being so portable, it was very easy to set it up in the best location for the area I was set up in. I used an extra 20 ft cable I had as well, so it is always optimal. This really was clutch for me as it kept me from always being “Just about” there to fully charged on all my stuff. It is really perfect for my application.Overall, I love this panel. It is so thin and lightweight, it just fits in a little niche I had for it like a glove. I have not had a single issue with this unit, and I cant imagine being without it anymore really. Just being able to add that extra wattage with the perfect output to my setup sent it to total perfection. Its just so nice how it folds in half and protects itself. I would really give this a try if you want something, Portable, well built, and effective.Something else to add. I have been just grabbing this single panel and a power station for car trips and even a short hike. I really love the portability of this VS my massive fixed panels.

   
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   Rated 5 out of 5

   Johnny – April 12, 2023

   
   Although Amazon’s delivery could be better as there was a nice divot in the box, the solar panel itself was in perfect condition. It is easy to setup and very intuitive. It comes with a number of different connectors and adapters so, it is versatile as well. In my informal testing, the solar panels were inputting roughly 50-55 watts on an admittedly overcast California day. I used it briefly prior to in bright sunny weather and got anywhere from 80-90 watts in. Excellent!The build quality is good and the tilt-back legs work fine. Personally, not a fan of the velcro keepers for the legs as I just get tired of the ripping flesh sound velcro makes. But, thats a personal thing, nothing against the Grecell itself. It is nice and slim and will easily fit in a tiny spot in the back of your car on your camp trip.All in all, this is a great deal for those of us who are budget minded and don’t mind a relative newcomer to the market. As long as it works as advertised, I don’t care about the label on the front.Only time will tell how these items will fair over the long haul. Lets hope it gives the big boys a run for their money!

   
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   Rated 4 out of 5

   YuenX – October 2, 2022

   
   At first glance, this Grecell 100W looks like a copycat of the Jackery SolarSaga 100 with its color scheme, folding design, and handles that close magnetically.IN A NUTSHELLThe Grecell 100W, like the Jackery Solarsaga 100, just folds in half and is held together by strong magnets, accented by a rigid, bright-orange carry handle across the top. Within the built-in carry pouch is a built-in MC4 connector cable ready to be plugged into a battery power station with an appropriate extension cable. On an overcast morning, it had achieved as much as 59W of output whereas the Jackery SolarSaga 100 got 53W. The differential was small, and so I tested it again on a clear, sunny day. The Grecell achieved 84W and the Jackery got 72W. That’s pretty good efficiency as most monocrystalline solar panels lose at least 25% due to power conversion. A built-in kickstand helps orient the panel at an optimal, 45 degree angle for maximum sun exposure, and a built-in pocket allows for cables to be stored. Note that this solar panel is NOT waterproof.It should be kept out of the rain, but then again, if it is raining, the sun probably won’t be out. Multiple adapters are included and I tested connectivity with Jackery, Goal Zero, and an off-brand Rockpals battery power station. All three worked with this panel as expected. As long as the power station is able to accept the panel’s 20V of output, you are golden. I also connected it in parallel with the 18V Jackery SolarSaga 100, and that took the panels from 53W/58W to a combined output of 102W. You should almost NEVER connect multiple solar panels in sequence/a series — you should almost ALWAYS hook them up in Parallel with a Y-split or combiner cable. (Goal Zero has a 4x combiner cable to hook up to 4 solar panels).Overall, the Grecell 100W solar panels are beautiful, sturdy, efficient, and portable and worked well with a variety of battery power station vendors and solar panels. Having the MC4 connector out of the box makes the Grecell compatible with an industry-standard connection, but some power stations may only accept APP (Anderson) connections — in that case, use the included MC4-to-APP adapter cable.TIPS/NOTES- Panel lifespan: Panels generally die/become inefficient between 25-30 years– They may last longer, but would produce less energy- Solar panels work best outdoor under full sun exposure– Although the panels will work under the shade or behind windows, charging efficiency is greatly diminished– Panels will STILL charge under cloudy conditions. So, keep the panels out even if you do not see the sun– Operating temperature range: 14F to 149F (-10C to 65C)– ONLY the solar panels can (and should) be directly under the sun while charging a battery power station— Keep the power station in the shade to prevent overheating- ALL panels must be uncovered to generate a charge– Do not completely cover one or more panels or the charging will stop- To maintain solar efficiency, the panels should be kept clean– Remove dust with a soft brush and wipe with a damp (NOT wet) cloth– Any residue, such as tree sap, should be removed as soon as possible– Keep panel away from water that spray at greater than 60 degree angles– Keep panel away from low-pressure (or stronger) water jet spray– Do not submerge the panel under water– Panels will work longer if they are kept away from water altogether- Do NOT bend the panels more than 30 degrees or risk breaking them!- Keep the panels away from fires and heatersCHARGING TIMESWhen using solar panels to charge battery power stations, the amount of energy the battery may accept could be throttled to prevent overcharging.Example: Jackery Explorer 1000 slowed incoming wattage from 70-80W to about 50W once it reached 70% battery charge.HOW MANY WATTS DOES A DEVICE USE?- Calc: Watts used by device = Voltage x Amperage- If a vacuum is 120V and 9.5A, it uses 1,140WHOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO SOLAR CHARGE A BATTERY POWER STATION?- Calc: Hours to charge battery = Battery capacity (Wh) / (Panel Wattage x [0.5 or 0.75])– In a perfect lab environment, solar panels charge at the indicated wattage (ie. 100W)– Expect to only receive 50-75% on a good, sunny day (ie. 50W – 75W), depending on environmental conditions, panel’s age, and component quality– Tip: Even if it is overcast, the panels will STILL collect solar energy. Keep charging!- Charging with a 100W solar panel– Jackery Explorer 500: As fast as 6.7 hours [500 Wh / (100W x 0.75)]– Jackery Explorer 1000: As fast as 13.3 hours [1000 Wh / (100W x 0.75)]

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   Rated 5 out of 5

   MaineLeo – October 14, 2023

   
   I just ordered this 200 watt solar panel and received it a day earlier than expected. Sweet.I recently bought the amazing Grecell T-1000 power station to go with it so i thought I’d stick with the same brands to connect.This is one beefy, lightweight, rugged, well encased product.The pocket to hold the wires re a plus. The thick canvas snap straps will provide that extra durability.I like the instruction booklet, quick steps and to the point. The handles are very grippable.This purchase was definitely overdue. The customer service is known for being spectacular, two other people in my extended family have the whole Grecell set,Word of mouth is everything to me. Price point- Bingo, best deal.

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   Rated 5 out of 5

   Haley Fox Blog – November 14, 2022

   
   Lightweight solar panel is very easy to move where I needed to be and take it with me to use on the road. Now I never have to be without power during daylight hours. I don’t have to rely on the batteries as the solar charger works great. The charging power is great while using this it charges my devices very quickly and very easily, and even on a rainy day I do not worry about it being outside as all of the plugs are insulated. We take this on every trip that we go on and it has helped us tremendously. Well made for the price. I highly recommend.

   
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   Rated 5 out of 5

   wannabe perfectionist 💬 – October 11, 2022

   
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   I currently own many portable power stations, ranging from 300W to 2000W output, to be used for different purposes. I use the lightweight and 500W or under portable power station for portability to bring to camping or fishing trip. I use the 2000W capable power station in case of emergency at home with power outage so I can power my refrigerator, microwave oven, hair dryer, etc. I usually keep all my power stations fully charged up using electricity but I got this solar panel so I can use the free sun lights to charge my power station in case of power outage or when I go for camping trip for several days.This solar panel was delivered in well packaged box with protective foam on both sides to prevent damage from bumps and drops. Immediately, I noticed the strong magnetic handles that kept the bi-fold solar panels closed tightly. I like this design batter than buckle or velcro straps that I’ve seen in other solar panels. Like many solar panels, it has a zippered compartment that has the charging cables and adapters. I did notice that it didn’t have any hub with USB ports as I’ve seen in other solar panels, which allows you to plug USB cables directly to charge connected devices directly, which is a nice feature that allows you to use the solar panel to charge your phones or other devices even if you don’t have a power station with you. This is one area that they can improve on but other than that, it’s an outstanding and high efficient solar panels. I tested out at my house in October during overcast day where sun is not very hot but I was still able to get consistent 60W input from this solar panels, which is very impressive.It has MC-4 connectors and comes with adapter for Anderson and DC connectors with various DC adapters. This solar panel can pretty much charge any brand power stations without any compatibility issue due to array of cables and adapters it provides. I’m confident that this solar panel can supply up to 100W during the summer on a hot and sunny day. I do recommend this solar panel for those who have a portable power station that wish to take advantage of free sunlight to charge their power station. 5 out of 5 stars!

   
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   Rated 5 out of 5

   Erik Wood – August 9, 2023

   
   I’ve been using this panel for over three months at the time of this review. I wanted to list some features that I found beneficial as well as some observations based on my use. Do keep in mind that I have been using this panel every day and have been relying on it to provide 100% of my power needs (I live minimalistically.)1. Lightweight and portable. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ • The ability to fold and store away the cable makes this panel convenient for an assortment of purposes, such as camping, off-grid living, beach days, traveling, etc. • The handles make it east to carry or attatch to a hiking pack.2. Durability ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ • The material of the panel itself is very flexible, scratch-resistent, water and weatherproof. • The fabric seems to be quite heavy-duty. I try to be careful with my belongings, but accidents can happen. This thing has been able to maintain resistance to scratches and tears quite nicely. • The handles are made of a hard plastic and does not seem brittle, despite being made in China. • I have yet to experience any issues with damage to the cable or connection of the cable to the panel.3. Functionality ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️½ • As expected, due to energy loss from heat and other variable factors, you will likely not see a true 100w output. At least not for your average input. This is true for most solar panels, so just keep that in mind. • On a perfect day after a rainstorm when smog and other microparticles have been cleared from the atmosphere and the sun is shining bright, depending on other factors, you may see 80-100w. • These panels are monocrystalline, so they offer a higher rate of efficiency.4. Customer support ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ • Very satisfied with customer support. No problem at all communicating any issues with the order or the item.5. Summary:Grecell may not be as well known yet as brands like Renogy or Jackery, however I was pleasantly surprised at how good of a value this product turned out to be. I was a little skeptical at first, but I’m glad to have stepped outside my comfort zone and try something different. My overall experience is going to have to be 5-star and I would definitely recommend this item for it’s price.

   
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   Rated 5 out of 5

   Aobreaux – December 19, 2023

   
   All I can say is WOW! WHAT A GREAT SOLAR PANEL. THE GRECELL 100 IS WORTH THE MONEY! “OH, SWEET MYSTERY OF LIFE, AT LAST I’VE FOUND YOU….!” lol yes that good! YOU DEFINITELY GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR. IT’S ON SALE RIGHT NOW FROM $$199 TO $149 I have been trying to find the perfect solar panel to go with my Jackery E300 for one whole year! I’ve used it during Power outages and love it! But, I needed a solar panel for when i can’t recharge it from the outlet. I live in Louisiana and we are prone to Hurricanes. The last beast was Hurricane Ida which left us 22 days without power. I needed a solar panel bad! I just couldn’t see spending over $300 for the Solar saga 100 from Jackery. I tried and returned 3 different brands. I hate to have to return an item because of the long processing and hours on the phone. My search is over!I took it out today to test it. December 18th at 1:00 pm on a partly sunny day in Louisiana. The panel was only registering 75W got up to 78W as far as I can tell. I went inside to watch Peaky Blinders ( I know I’m late to the party) anyways, my jackery went from 58% to 100% in about 1-2 hours. Talk about fast! I am totally impressed. I can finally breathe a sigh of relief during hurricane season. Someday I’ll get a bigger unit…. someday. I just live the Grecell solar panel. They even look good together. It looks and probably acts just like the Jackery solar saga for half the price. Hurry and get the sale price before it goes back up to $199! You will not regret it! I’ll update if it starts to tank. Trust me!

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    Rated 5 out of 5

    Viator – February 18, 2024

    
    Compact! Travel Ready! Perfect Size to complement any small power station. I Was able to get the claimed 80watts out of the panels. Also comes with usb outputs to charge directly from panels to your phones while still charging from the MC4 connection to power station. Perfect! What more could you ask for…