Fanttik NEO EVO 100W Portable Solar Panel

Update (5/28/22): Some additional observations: a) the supporting straps for the kickstands are very tight, almost too tight (but will stretch out over time); b) the connector at the panel is a proprietary (non-standard) one, and the pins are about 3mm; while better than a 5.5x2.1/2.5mm, something like the Anderson Power Pole (APP) or XT60 would be preferred since they are more readily available. Summary: Recently reviewed some larger, higher end solar panels (100W or larger), so will be comparing this 100W folding FANTTIK to those. This one features a heavy duty Anderson Power Pole (APP) connector with thick cable, as the main output. The APP connector is the only output port. At 13.73 pounds, this is a fairly standard heavy weight for a folding panel. OTHER PANELS: The 200W fixed by BOUGERV is the heaviest at 32 pounds; with the 200W ATEM fixed panels next heaviest at 22 pounds (including a small MPPT controller, others are panels only). The 200W ROCKPALS is the most expensive, but features dual 18/36-volt outputs, via Anderson PowerPole (APP) connectors, and weighs 18.3 lbs. The Progeny 120W has APP connectors, and weighs slightly less than the ALLPOWERS at 9.2 pounds. The 100W BougeRV is the lowest weight, and has XT60 connectors (very heavy duty, 60A), and weighs 10.4 lbs. The ATEM features 50A APP connectors. TESTING SETUP: I have these panels interconnected in 36-volt pairs (two 18-volt in series), which are fed to a MPPT charge controller, into a 24-volt AGM battery bank. Observations (PANELS): The one thing I really like about the PowerECO, 100W folding, hard panel, is that it does not sag. The 200W ATEM is a similar hard folding panel. The 120W BOGUERV Is a semi-hard, suitcase style as well. One other benefit is that those folders feature a thick flexible wire between the two panels, whereas the others have a thin wire, which typically goes across the joint, which makes it subject to damage (except the BougeRV, which has the handles at the top vs. the sides). One other heavy duty feature is the output cables and connectors, which are 10-12 AWG, and MC4 (standard solar) connectors. The worst design is the typical 5.5x2.1mm DC connector, which limits the output current for a 100W panel (less would be okay, but still not ideal). Recommendation: When it comes to PV/Solar panels, there are polycrystalline and monocrystalline; poly is lower cost but less efficient, and mono is more expensive, but also more efficient. For fixed (home) panels, the general cost is $1/Watt; so this 200W panel at $270, is $1.35/watt, which is average cost for fixed (and less than folders). Pros: Decent fit & finish. Industry standard Voc (open circuit voltage), and Isc (short circuit current) specified on the product page. FANTTIK does appear to be a solar product company (specialty). Cons: Cost $3.00/watt), is the highest cost setup. Conclusion: At $300 for 100W, rating this 2-stars (cost-watt). I would recommend the hard/semi-flex panels, over the soft/flexible ones, if that fits your application. Related Products: FOLDING STYLE: 100W Portable Solar Panel, FANTTIK ~ $300 ($3.00/watt) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09X17WZB6 Powrocket 100W Portable Solar Panel ~ $140 ($1.40/watt) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0963L8JRR ALLPOWERS Portable Solar Panel Charger 200W ~ $290 (1.45/watt) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09725M32Z [X} BougeRV 100W Mono Portable Solar Panel ~ $180 ($1.80/watt) > DELISTED https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B094FCBSPC PROGENY 120W Portable Solar Panel ~ $250 ($2.10/watt) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0969Y2KLW 100 Watt Portable Solar, LUVKNIT ~ $200 ($2.00/watt) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09W2CFT61 ROCKPALS Portable Solar Panel 200W 18V/36V ~ $500 ($2.50/watt) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08YK59JNJ HARD / FIXED STYLE 1) BougeRV 9BB Cell 200 Watts Mono Solar Panel ~ $270 ($1.35/watt) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09BQZF2D7 SUITCASE STYLE 1) ATEM POWER 200W Monocrystalline, Portable Solar Suitcase ~ $300 ($1.50/watt) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09BJB1L8C 2) BougeRV 120W Foldable ~ $220 ($1.83/watt) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09F9NT8KF 3) LENSUN Innovative 110W 12V Foldable Solar Panel Suitcase, $230 ($2.09/watt) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08T5SL2B1 4) PowerECO 100W Lightweight Portable Solar Panel Kit with 20A ~ $315 (~$2.50/watt) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08PBDRYV5 FLEXIBLE / BENDABLE STYLE: 1) ATEM POWER Monocrystalline Solar Panel Flexible ~ $135 ($1.35/watt) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09BJFSZFH CONTROLLERS: VICTRON ENERGY MPPT 100V 20 amp 12-24-Volt (Bluetooth) ~ $160 (5-star) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075NPQHQK