No Hype: A BETTER ALTERNATIVE to the Jackery 100W Solar Panel *Unsponsored Review*

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

UPDATE 8/20/22!!! Looks like the Powerness 120 is now finally back in stock. The price has gone up from what I mentioned in the video, but still worth a look. Also, they appear to have updated the integrated cable to include 3 sizes of connector instead of just the 2, so the 5.5mm adapters might not be necessary if you have a power station that uses that. US Link: amzn.to/3CkupD9 Canada Link: amzn.to/3ACpTyE

[@VTtac802]

Would the new Powerness 120 with the included cables work with the Rockpals 300watt battery bank? Thanks.

[@laurennardo8226]

Will it work with the river 2?

[@Powerness]

@@VTtac802 The power voltage of SolarX S120 is 18V, and the maximum DC input voltage for Rockpals 300W is 15V. So SolarX S120 doesn't work on Rockpals 300W.

[@Powerness]

@@laurennardo8226 Yes, SolarX S120 works on River 2.

[@togeika]

4 panel works on my motorcycle/sidecar. 2 panel is too big.

[@lwg66]

Customer service is very Important. I lost my power brick (stolen) at an event and purchased one from Amazon, worked about 5 min. I emailed Jackery to link me to one I could buy from them. Jackery said no problem and sent me one for free. Well that is a first, needless to say I’m a customer for life now...

[@petrolo72]

💯With the margins that Jackery makes, I would expect nothing less than stellar customer service. They have the funds to hire employees specifically just for customer service.

[@jaya.0069]

I love my Jackery products!

[@omniblast]

I lost my AC adapter too. Emailed Jackery and they sent me one as well. Stellar customer service.

[@baneverything5580]

Jackery has great customer service. It`s a different matter when you have issues with a Chinese product. You have to haggle with them and be relenless and after a few days they get world from the boss to help you out. I have a lot of free power stations and even a freezer because I complain about anything that isn`t exactly right and hound them for days on end in a battle of wills.

[@fredla7353]

@@jaya.0069 I have used my Jackery 1002 and 200 during power outages, instead of firing up my home generator. The 1000 runs my 65" LCD, my Sound bar, my Starlink Satellite for a minimum of 8 hours. The 200 runs my laptop and controllers for 5-6 hours. Plenty of back up for short power outages in the home. I also use the 1000 [probably could use the 200 just as easily] to power my 200w Rumble bass amp, my studio monitor for gigs. I used 9% last gig, and we played for 4 hours. I am pleased w. Jackery for its intended purpose[s].

[@danielc.1169]

Btw , that little 3mm connector on the power ness can be used to charge other things , l just bought this panel and I have a battery car emergency jump starter and it fits that unit so I can charge my jump starter with the solar panel

[@girl600podcast]

Was thinking wish I could solar charge my car jumper power pack. Thanks

[@finnprzybille3370]

My battery maintainer on my Hyundai generator takes that connector.

[@angelasheppard7197]

Good to know

[@genkiferal7178]

still working well? I was wondering why not just use one box - a car jump starter - instead of that power station.

[@graceyjewels7148]

Helpful thankyou

[@togopowerinc.7994]

Very informative! Thanks for the thorough comparison, I am a big advocate of details analysis of products. I don't like it when people say, "I like it, its good" without any explanation as to why its good. Keep on creating great content!

[@Oatmeal_Ghost]

Nice thing about the Jackery is it will fit on the dashboard of most cars, so you can charge it from inside your car while you go for a hike or something and not have to worry about security issues.

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

Awesome! I've not tried that yet. Will definitely give that a shot and see how it goes.

[@BSerrell4]

We have done the same trick with our Acopower 120W panel in the front window of our Toyota Sienna. Especially useful where the campsite is shady but the trailhead parking is sunny.

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

@@BSerrell4 Love it!

[@dmc9791]

do you mean put the solar panel on the dash? if so good idea

[@Oatmeal_Ghost]

@@dmc9791 yup!

[@nmr3352]

I admit that as a senior citizen who doesn't speak the old power grid or the new power grid vocabulary, I have a hard time understanding why 100 watt solar panel only gives 23% efficiency. That doesn't make sense. But in spite of my inability to understand this new world, I did understand a whole bunch of what you said which was great. I subscribed, thank you.

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

Thanks for the kind words! And Welcome! I hope to have another interesting option for portable solar reviewed and posted soon! Stay tuned!

[@illbnice2u2]

I'm like you I'm 75 and doing my first Van conversition some people say just do two battery one for van and one for house with continuos silinoid and others say solar but what if there is no sun. I think I should have started this years ago. Also I'm woman lol

[@kd5txo]

I feel your confusion. Let me help. Solar panels are given a power rating based on absolutely ideal laboratory conditions.... these are called "sun hours". In the real world they will actually do less power. You can calculate and get an actual real world estimate by finding a "Sun-hour Map" for where you will be using the panels..... It will give you a figure that represents the actual number of "full sun hours" per day at that location. (example: Hawaii gets 4.8 sun hours per day on average) then just take the panel wattage multiply by 4.8 and that will tell you how many watts of "juice" you can expect to get per day from that panel.

[@christoole1664]

@@kd5txo thank you so much for that explanation. You have just helped out a multitude of people.

[@TheRealJamesKirk]

NMR - the 23% is the efficiency at converting sunlight into electricity. It's due to the chemistry of silicon. That's under ideal conditions. So if you are in partial shade, and you're only getting, say, 50% of full sun, you are getting 50% of that 23% ideal output. BTW, I'm 69. You can think this stuff through; you don't need to be a stable genius. /jk

[@hozerdude]

Here is the best and the cheapest way did it. What I did was get 2-50 watt solar Renegy panels. Then I got 2 hinges to screwed them to the solar panels so I can fold the panels together. Total Cost $120. Works for me!

[@wheel1775]

Thanks for the video. I would be interested in a follow up in 6 months or a year. My concern with some of these products on Amazon is that they are just overruns from the Chinese factory with a different brand. On paper a lot of these panels look great, but I’m scared of them failing in less time than a more established company’s products. Thanks.

[@usewisdom2]

SO TRUE

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

yeah, I will definitely be doing that in the next 6 mo. or so! :)

[@gary7vn]

Nothing wrong with Chinese tech.

[@anthon300]

@@gary7vn sorry bud but most things i brought from china cme out deffective, cheap and completely different from the discription it has from amazon. Glad you love yours tho

[@GerryLP1111]

We just bought an Oupes 600 watt unit you had reviewed, and we love it! Also, we got fortunate when we decided to purchase it, for the discounts amounted to $308 dollars plus free shipping. Thanks again for all your useful reviews!

[@terrytytula]

One of the things your video makes clear, is the importance of correct panel angle. One of the things I want to look into panel tracking units. Devices you mount your panels on and they track the sun and maintain proper panel angle. Maybe you could do a video on one these devices?

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

Yeah, those are definitely intriguing! If I can get my hands on one without it costing a small fortune, I'd totally do that!

[@terrytytula]

@@ReeWrayOutdoors Excellent!

[@jamesharmon3827]

@@ReeWrayOutdoors you can make them with a microcontroller, UV sensor, and a stepper motor. That was my project for a PLC class I took.

[@CBrown07696]

Years ago I knew a pilot that had one for his telescope and it was ridiculous expensive. Surely the prices are comjj in Ug down.

[@pathappycamper2843]

I have the Jackery 1000 with a renogry 200 watt mounted on the roof to keep the Jackery charged up. Works great.

[@jacobortwine7063]

What do you run with it??

[@pathappycamper2843]

@@jacobortwine7063 My 25 quart fridge and recharge small USB fans.

[@deborahharris9111]

I just bought the Jackery solar panel during Amazon Prime Days for $200 vs the regular price of $300. Just delivered. I was pleased with the $100 savings. I haven’t used it yet. I’ll try it out soon. Thanks for your info.

[@rodolphedrolet6994]

Everyone dumping stocks money getting harder to spare ,company's getting rid of stocks of inventory asap

[@deborahharris9111]

@@rodolphedrolet6994 My portfolio made a nice jump last week. Wall Street is doing better. This was a Prime Day limited deal.

[@GEAUXFRUGAL]

With solar panels being less expensive I suggest having more solar than you need. Winter sun can be hard to get so you want to make the most of it.

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

Completely agree!

[@james_the_darklord]

Solar panels less expensive? prices increased a lot now

[@jeremywhitesell2688]

Solar needs light and heat so winter charging is almost useless.

[@JosEPh-zy3yr]

@@jeremywhitesell2688 Do you own/have any solar panels?

[@jeremywhitesell2688]

@@JosEPh-zy3yr not on the house. But many for other uses.

[@nrolfsen]

Very cool! Jackery is great and I own 2 of their panels but I agree, had I known about these, I would’ve purchased them. Thanks for sharing!

[@cherannretiredgran68]

Thank you for this review. As a newbie researching via of watching camer van/van life videos, I have been trying to decide which solar panels and power banks to buy/ invest in. This helped me decide on the panels.

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

Thanks Cheryl! Yeah there are a ton of options out there and it's hard to navigate all that information when you're just getting into it! I've got several other panel videos you might find helpful. Good luck!

[@rjc0234]

Great video, you are right that a lot of marketing can be difficult to wade through, but what a good price. That little LCD screen was also a nice little extra

[@a.a.6132]

I purchased a combo of 2 Jackery 100W panels, Jackery 880, and Jackery 290 for $1145 free shipping from Costco. A good deal and the power stations are great.

[@irishman3375]

Before i watch your video, i purchased used a Jackery 1000 with a 100w panel for $800 total, and i love it.

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

Nice! Good price for that combo!

[@irishman3375]

@@ReeWrayOutdoors very informative video, appreciate the time & detail you put into it. Yup, I'm totally happy with my purchase, it suits my needs perfectly.

[@MochiTheMaincoon]

Great review thank you! Unfortunately I can't find them anymore. Maybe Jackery bought the competition ;-) I always thought they are way to expensive. Powerness proved that theory. I hope we can find Powerness panels in the future.

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

Thanks Catherine! I should have a new review up this weekend on a panel that I think I'd recommend OVER the Powerness (even if the Powerness was still available) :) Stay tuned for that! I did pin a comment with a link to the one I'm reviewing if you want to check it out in advance.

[@Debrajoy]

I am trying to figure out which one to buy, What size to get ,blah blah blah it's giving me a migraine! 🤣💜 Now I'm going to go watch a couple more of your reviews. You sound like such a reasonable knowledgeable man so whatever you say that's what I'm going to get! 🤣 My problem is, that I'm mostly an urban camper and can't really go setting panels out around the city! 🥴

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

Thanks for the kind words, Debra! What are you needing to power/charge?

[@Debrajoy]

@@ReeWrayOutdoors Well I have the usual, phone, tablet, small laptop. But I also want to be able to power a small 12-volt refrigerator. Maybe 18 quarts. The ultimate would be a toaster, I do love my bagels! Thank you for answering me!

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

@@Debrajoy I'm actually testing a 12v fridge right now (48qt). You'd be surprised how long those will run off battery, especially if you don't need freezer mode. I think you're probably looking at something in the 500-600 watt range. But that won't get you a toaster, probably. That's likely well over 1000w draw!

[@RonHutchCraft2]

better than anything you have there is everything made by Ecoflow. they're solar panels and solar generators example: "The Delta Pro" far surpass other generators and smart batteries. (Although having a Delta Pro for camping or RV'ing or Van Life is extreme overkill) they come in very handy with a power output that is unsurpassed.

[@calvinl2149]

First of your videos that I've seen and I enjoyed the content. I hope your channel gets more views so you can make more videos like this one. For example, I'd be interested in seeing multiple inexpensive panels compared to a giant single panel like the ecoflow 400 watt panel.

[@Ulbre]

The angle of the Powerness up against the tree was quite a bit higher than the Jackery, so I suggest you retest both using the exact same angle and you may find that the Jackery output is greater.

[@diggy4963]

I purchase used a Jackery 1000w & 100w panel for $800, only cycled a dozen times. I wanted a 2nd panel, if I can’t find another Jackery I’ll go with one of these Powerness panels. Great info, thanks for taking the time and effort.

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

I'd recommend checking out this panel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZ7YhZ-rmqqfg9E. I think it's an even better deal than the Powerness. Also, this 100w panel from TOGO Power is a full-on clone of the SolarSaga 100w for way less money: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZWkhGavfpecmsU

[@strawberryroad1347]

Thanks for doing this ☺️ I just wish you had done a shade capacity test too. Since not everyday will be as bright and good, and the jackery might do better then, especially when you saw how much change just the angle did... 🤔😉

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

Excellent idea! I'll try this and report back! (once I get a day without rain!)

[@macmcleod1188]

@@ReeWrayOutdoors might try on rainy day too. Worst case test over several hours.

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

@@macmcleod1188 I actually did just recently compare the 2 in sunny conditions and took a piece of cardboard to shade various parts of each panel. To my surprise, the Jackery output dropped by 50% if I even shaded a small portion of one side (panel]. The Powerness was noticeably better on this test with output only seeming to drop in proportion to the area shaded.

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

But having said that, the Jackery output (unshaded) was really phenomenal, peaking at 104w for brief moments.

[@macmcleod1188]

@@ReeWrayOutdoors yes, I recall that on some/ many panels If you shade any part of then it kills output for the whole panel. I forget why. Maybe the panel is wired serially?

[@stuartkorte1642]

Thanks. Wish you’d touch on the weather resistance of this panel. One reason I don’t like the Jackery.

[@AzGoodAzEver]

I’d be interested to see how the panels perform long term. Sometimes you buy things and they work great for a few months then quit.

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

Yeah for sure. The good thing about solar panels though is a general lack of moving parts so they should tend to be more reliable over the long term (theoretically anyway).

[@USAF-SF]

I would like to have seen the Bluetti panels in this mix, I'm not sure many folks know about Bluetti, but I've been very satisfied with my panels as well as my solar generator... Thanks for the testing, and I appreciate your opinion, have a great day...

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

Yeah, I agree that Bluetti is a solid choice. I haven't personally gotten my hands on their products yet, but hopefully at some point!

[@igotatan1]

Are they waterproof for marine applications? Thanks, your vids are "to the point " and very welcomed.

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

They're definitely not water 'PROOF'...but water RESISTENT. Really, the thing you need to watch is to not allow the USB output module (usually contained in a fairly waterproof pouch...but not always) to get super wet. If you can do that, the panels themselves can handle a downpour. Also, SOME panels don't have these USB ouput modules at all, so these would be inherently even closer to 'waterproof'. I hope that helps. :)

[@TwoCaptainsOneShip]

Thanks!! Getting my TT in a few weeks and will be looking into a small investment into solar so I can start understanding it better. Probably one of a few things I have 0 clue about. New subscriber!!

[@Cmatt1605]

FYI Jackery changed their input jacks to a 8mm "thick" input. The center pin is a different size so you will either need to buy 2 of these and use Jackery's 2 into 1 connector, ask Jackery for a "thick to thin" adapter, or do a little splicing into a new end to make this work. Very annoying

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

I think that only applies to the newer 1500 and 2000 models though? Let me know if you know differently. In any case, I do appreciate the information! :)

[@Annie-zf7xi]

Just baught this pannel for my Jackery 300. Amazon had a $40 off coupon, witch made this purchase $146.88. I can't wait to play with this.

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

Do keep in mind though that the E300 will cap the input to something like 80W. But at least with this panel, this ensures you'll get max input in all but the worst conditions.

[@Annie-zf7xi]

@@ReeWrayOutdoors Thanks for the input. I live in the PNW, lots of overcast days hear. So this will be interisting.

[@edwardshields2777]

Great video! Thanks for all the info. BTW...may I ask who you marched with?

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

I played snare drum with Cadets way back in 1985. Guessing you're a drum corps guy too? :)

[@Jetter638]

Thanks for the great reviews. Just subscribed to your channel yesterday. A few questions: 1) How would I connect 1 Powerness Panels to the EcoFlow Delta 2? How about 2 panels? Would like to place the panels on top of my patio cover. So I'd need some type of extension cable (16ft?) to reach from the panels to the EcoFlow Delta 2 inside my house. 2) You mentioned that the Powerness Panels have a built in cable USB-C cable. Can I remove that cable and use my own...again I'd need a long cable to reach from the top of my patio cable to ground level 8ft? 3) I have a Samsung Bespoke Fridge (30cu ft) and was wondering if I would be able to charge it for some number of hours in a blackout situation with the EcoFlow Delta 2? What key power specs/metrics about the Samsung Fridge would I need to know for me to do the calculation? Thanks in advance.

[@thebigmann81]

Solor,controller, deep cycle battery,inverter and a casing for battery is all you need. If battery goes bad you just replace it but if jackery battery goes bad it isn't just replacing battery you have to replace the whole unit. If jackery or similar unit ever comes out with a replaceable battery setup then I would consider getting a unit

[@frankroper3274]

The small connector will fit to any size in a conversion kit if you have one.

[@JakeHemmerle]

Lets go Bearcats!! I live in Clifton. Great review. Excited to check out the new video

[@RuffKutz]

There are tones of solar pannels out there that are way cheaper then those big brands. My 200watt XTM solar blanket was $370aud on sale. few years old now and going strong.

[@jonm3131]

Do they have the same connections as the one showed here?

[@RAMBL3R001]

Can't take my eyes off your KEYBOARDS Bro!!! (Fellow pianist)

[@kathyledesma6773]

We have used the kzbin.infoUgkxOTeIs0vv4_9B5hsmnLsk9r930uDQLu_Y for probably 30 hours with our camper and it’s been great! The noise level is really only noticeable when running the AC and other appliances like the microwave, hair dryer, or coffee pot. It’s not huge like other ones and it has wheels so even at 90lbs, I can move it!

[@kbaker96]

Looks like Powerness has some of their own battery banks. They use the 4mm plug that is also on the cable

[@__-pl3jg]

I feel like the thing this market is needing deparately is a small, foldable, motorized solar panel mount that can auto track the sun to keep your panels charging at maximum capability throughout the day.....Autonomously. Id love to setup a portable auto tracking array and walk away. Less solar would need to be carried around as a result.

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

Yeah, that would be cool, for sure. The ones I've seen are in the $2K+ range (yikes!).

[@__-pl3jg]

@@ReeWrayOutdoors - The problem is I havent seen any designs that fold flat. Everyone is still mounting solar flat on vans/RVs with no 2D or 3D tracking arrays. Some people build bulky, custom 1 degree lifts. I've figured out several 2D mount designs that would be extremely low profile but I've got a busy 60hr per week job so not much time to tinker. Im hoping someone else will experiment and bring it to market. Im being lazy, haha.

[@__-pl3jg]

@@ReeWrayOutdoors - Imagine this but scaled up to size. Imagine a solar panel in place of the license plate. This would give a full 2 dimensional operation. This is just one of several designs I think would work well for the purpose of solar tracking. Feel free to use the idea! License plate flipper: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z3ywmaR5lMmlprc

[@Andy-df5fj]

Something like that wouldn't be very portable.

[@kevinlytle6215]

Looks like the different barrel connections is for different power banks. They show compatability with a hist of power banks from micro to macro sized but mention more than two connector sizes on the amazon site when i lokked just now.

[@justsomeguy478]

I like my Jackery Setup. Glad they have competition, make Jackery make better stuff

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

Yeah I must admit that my Jackery 100w consistent outperforms other 100w panels by a good 10%. I've just wish they weren't 50%+ more expensive!

[@MikeyB_1972]

The ToGo power is very much similar to the powerness. Little bit cheaper price, 100w versus 120w but I absolutely love it.

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

Totally agree

[@larryhicks7558]

I have a truck and two cars . I have separate tools in each vehicle as well as phone charges and GPS . Little things like that are very easy to go missing on a dark night

[@ceciliaholcombe818]

I made a mistake. I bought the Vtoman 1800...so I guess I send my questions back to you as to which 200 solar panel would be best for it. I so appreciate your response on my last question. Cely in cocoa Beach

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

Did I answer your question? Or did you have another one for me?

[@dirkaminimo4836]

Thanks. I’ll supplement my Jackery with the powerless. Did you need a converter or adapter?

[@brianreynolds4627]

Thanks very much for sharing your thoughts on this Solar Panel…thanks…Brian in the U.K.

[@wittig7730]

Did you know powerness added this video you made to their Amazon product page when you follow the link to Amazon in your description?

[@notmrw7300]

That yellow tip cable is used for some laptops and wireless speakers.

[@iliapitatelev8978]

Thank you! But I think Jackery is more reliable. BTW, have already heard about the Creative Society international all-human project? In a couple of years we won't need that solar panels at all, if we unite now on the common basis of building the Creative Society! Pls learn more if you still haven't heard about it!

[@maricogan2903]

This is my first exposure to ReeWay. It would be revealing to see a price comparison of current and 11/21. I am a nurse and appreciate technology but do not enjoy tech unless it is connected to my patient. Living on a hurricane coast, I want and need an alternate power source. If I were your sister, which portable solar power system would you suggest I invest in? I invite comments............

[@dondassingercentralphoenix9101]

@Mari Cogan and all viewers, as suggested in comments to this good video, see if perhaps you just need an inexpensive very portable power brick. Suggested in this video, by @Genki Feral .. wondering why not just use one box - a car jump starter - instead of that power station... If your current budget and needs are to store power and to recharge phones and a laptop or other moderate-power-use device, the Powerness 120va portable photovoltaic(solar panel) collector, plus one or several power bricks may meet your SHTF WORL power-outage and portable power needs. Get a power brick with a high maximum amp output in order to be able to power higher-power laptops, and to be able to quickly recharge a drained car battery. Poweradd 35000mAh battery pack. Anker PowerCore 20,100mAh with 4.8A output, 12.5 ounces, $59.99 (7/30/2022) and Anker PowerCore 26800mAh portable, ($70 US, 7-30-2022.) Oh, see the 30,800 mAh portable charger with LCD display Power Bank Battery Pack PD QC4.0, USB typec, Mico USB, $20 US, 7-30-2022 that I just saw in a search. Or, Samsung 20,000mAh battery Pak, $49.99, 7-30-2022. Strive to get Lithium Ion Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4 or, simply, LFP) that is newer and better in many ways than older Lithium Ion, and far better than older NiCad. For larger light units, Lithium Ion, or where weight isn't a concern, and longer life, 3000, even 4000 charge and drain cycles, ...(LFP) LiFePO4 Lithium Iron Phosphate - increased power output, faster charging, 4x the life of simpler Lithium Ion. But LFP is heavier to tote around than Lithium Ion, which becomes significant in some situations, with the larger batteries, larger units.

[@johnellsphoto]

After leaning the Powerness panels against the tree, was it the same angle as the SolarSaga panels? You mentioned the sun was low in the sky. Maybe the SolarSaga could have been made more perpendicular to the sun's rays in which case the efficiency readings would have been more equal. Just wondering.

[@SoundAssault]

It's probably just me, but I think I would have been able to concentrate more on the video, if I wasn't looking at your bright orange Mohawk hairstyle throughout 😂. Thanks for posting 👍🏻

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

Hhahahaha

[@iloveschicken6527]

Lmao! 😂😂😂

[@rickg882]

Thumbs up for the mohawk, still don't know what the video is about I been laughing too much.

[@pquach00]

I didn't notice until I read your comment. Good call lol!

[@carolyn9547]

Damn.. that Poweress is $100 more than when you shot this video. Crazy times!

[@mattbrew11]

noticed the Cincinnati shirt. I grew up in hyde park

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

Nice! There's a great REI there now that I love to go to a couple times a year.

[@secretdaisy6484]

Thanks for the info on the less expensive panel array. Does that one cable end fit in cordless drill? It looks like the that goes in my cordless drill coming from it’s AC adapter. I noticed your UC shirt. I work for UC physicians & live in Northern Kentucky. 👍☮️🌞🌟⚡️🔋🔌

[@lennys5058]

One reason I bought the jackery with the panels was because harbor freight is literally around the corner from my place and they had a special sale going on for those immediately got em just in time to Hurricane Ian hit us and the whole neighborhood was out of power.

[@kellyyetter1355]

Wow that's incredible! The same thing just happened to me. 2 days before the one we just got hit by I got my Jackery. I didn't get a chance to charge it with the panel tho. I charged it the night before we got hit. Wouldn't you know we lost power 3 times for that storm. I was so grateful to have my Jackery. What an easy way to power up without lugging that big loud fuel guzzling generator out !

[@dodieodie498]

Are there any generators and/or panels not coming out of China?

[@DavidTaylor-sv1gf]

Sorry just a beginner. There are no issues with mixing & matching of brands, etc. of the batteries & the solar panels?

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

Assuming we're talking about portable panels, not generally any issues since they're most all 18V panels. Typically the only thing you need to be aware of is that the panel has the right connector to fit your Power Station. Some come with a variety of adaptor options and some don't - in which case you might need to buy an appropriate adaptor if the panel doesn't happen to have the same type your power stations uses. I'm reviewing another panel right now that has a cool trick up its sleeve and is also a 120W panel. Hoping to post that in the next couple of days. You might find that one interesting, depending on your power station!

[@DavidTaylor-sv1gf]

Great! Good Job.

[@FordTransitVan23]

The Powernes S120 is sold out. Your video was too good🤣🔥⭐️🚀

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

Ha! If you're interested, I just posted a review on a panel that I think is an even better deal than the Powerness 120. I pinned a link in the description of this video if you want to give it a look.

[@mirandamartin1272]

Hmm, I'm new to all the terms.. type C... type... wha? hehe. Maybe you can do a "solar panels for beginners" video so that these reviews make more sense to some of us :) Thanks for the review.

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

The Type-C vs Type-? is just referring to USB connectors that most of these PORTABLE solar panels include for directly charging things like your phone or tablet or other small USB devices - independent of the main output of the panel - which would connect to something like a Portable Power Station for recharging that device off-grid. I've been thinking about doing a video on how to pick the best Power Station...probably should add 'how to pick the best portable solar panel' as well! :) Now if I can just find the spare time! :P

[@jwrhynejr.6689]

Awesome report! will very much consider this item for purchase ,(2) in future.

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

Thanks JW! Their new pricing makes it a bit less compelling...and there are definitely some other very decent options on the market like the Elecaenta 120W: amzn.to/3KAuIMb which is really just as good (with more included connectors) and at a significantly lower price (US$190 after the $40 Amazon coupon). :)

[@stevecampbell1147]

Possible to include the solar panel out put also in volts and amps in good sunlight under load? Watts is an easy comparison for people to understand. You probably know this, Volts x Amps = watts. A 120 watt panel in good conditions is how many volts and amps? Thanks. Nice video.

[@onodacops]

Great video. Just found your channel. Powerness panels no longer available :(

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

Yeah, 😕 I pinned a comment with what looks like something possibly even better. I've just ordered it and will do a review on it ASAP to make sure it's as good as it seems. Thanks for the kind words! :)

[@Awoodfaerie]

I tried to find them as well, no luck.

[@bf2539]

what about the rockpals panels which I found for 169.99 for 100 watt.

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

Good price! It's not the best performing 100W panel I have, but for that price, it's a solid option.

[@markbrown6234]

Lots of good information! Gotta love the UC shirt! Go Bearcats

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

Thanks for the kind words, Mark! Go Bearcats!

[@jamiesmith1343]

Thank you for doing the research for us! Great video!

[@crazybeardedbeerreviews5505]

I recently was given an E bike. I plan on doing a lot of camping with the bike and I was wondering what would you suggest for a light weight solar generator that I could take along with me to charge up my batteries. Thanks good review

[@joanzietlow667]

Just found your channel today. I’m wondering if you have done any videos on portable generators and also the home generators. There is a company in Nashville Tennessee called tri State and to my knowledge they are the only home generator that is made in all parts in the US. All the others that you can get through Costco or Lowe’s or Home Depot all have parts coming from China and other places. So just wondering if there’s some head-to-head comparison’s on generators, home generators. thank you.

[@amywill9185]

Im in the beginning stages of starting vanlife. All this is very informative. Id love any input or assistance I could get.

[@Coconutoilcrazy]

I was eyeballing the Jackery generator with the panels, UNTIL. Prepper princess here on youtube was doing a review on it, turned out to be an actual life event(how ironic) she lost power, in Arizona. The jackery performed well initially, but when it came time for it to be charged, it failed. Overheated? who knows but when SHTF( like power outage in the desert) and the generator fails. Time to move on. Thanks for the review on the Powerness

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

I don't dislike Jackery as brand...but MAN they're expensive compared other options. And until this most recent crop of products (1000Pro, 1500 and 2000), the features have remained very much behind the competition. I like the changes they're making though, but they still come at a premium price.

[@__WJK__]

Good information, however, it's too bad the Powerness is currently unavailable :'(

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

I know! 😕 I've bought another panel that should be arriving tomorrow sometime that I'll be reviewing in the next few days. Looks like a very strong alternative with some advantages over the Powerness. Fingers crossed!

[@fireside007]

👍 Ty!! . . . YOU ~ ROCK ! ! 🤛

[@davidcooper6704]

Is the Powerness water proof? That was a game changer for me. I purchased a 100 watt Dokio to go with my Jackery 500. Iwas considerabley cheaper but it is heavy.....and waterproof (I hope). The Powerness is certainly worth a try.

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

I'd actually skip the Powerness at this point, since it's hard to find and I do think there are better options out there. BTW - none of these portable panels are 100% waterproof. But they can certainly withstand a rain shower, and the ones without any integrated USB module are even more weather resistant since you don't have to worry about the open USB ports getting wet. I'd take a look at this one as a solid choice: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZ7YhZ-rmqqfg9E

[@camslumlord]

Thanks for video. Just ordered my panel .

[@ReviewsandTech]

What built in LCd on the panel, that is awesome, nice panel too I haven't heard of that brand, thanks for sharing man.

[@seanpaula8924]

Interesting. Im just starting down this rabbit hole of solar camping power. Do you have to have a combiner of some sort th run 2 panels in to 1 station? On thing I'll point out was the yellow "fez" you had on was distracting lol ✌ Thanks 👍

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

Ha! Yeah I keep switching angles and seems no matter what I do, there's something looming above my head LOL. Typically, unless you have one of the bigger power stations (1000w+), there's only 1 DC input for the solar panels. And on the smaller ones, the DC input is capped to

[@seanpaula8924]

@@ReeWrayOutdoors Thanks✌

[@HR-wd6cw]

I wonder, though, about the long-term durability of the Powerness panel. It seems perhaps a bit more flimsy so I could see under a lot of use, it may not last as long as a jackery panel despite being about 60% of the price. I mean if it works with the Jackery generators I may try one just to see, but it does look flimsy, and I'm thinking long-term the Jackery might just last longer and be able to take a bit more abuse.

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

It really doesn't seem to me that the Powerness is a bit more flimsy compared to the SS100. The construction quality really does seem comparable...just 4 panels instead of 2...so a couple extra folds is all, really. I'd be very surprised if there's was any durability difference between these panels (and I'm saying that as someone who could get a little more money if I steer people towards the Jackery. haha). So...just really giving my honest opinion here since I really don't rely on the little income that my channel generates. :)

[@Valorius]

@@ReeWrayOutdoors I have $500 to buy a complete portable solar system, what do you think would be my best bet? I want it for camping and general emergency situations. Power outages, etc, so forth. Thank you very much for your help.

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

@@Valorius Since the Powerness 120 is out of stock (for how long I don't know), this might a decent alternative at $159 (after $20 coupon): amzn.to/3HMNdtw Then you might consider the Oupes 600w at $350 (after $50 coupon): amzn.to/3pFT1is That gets you about as close to $500 as you're going to get without dropping down to a 300w power station.

[@Valorius]

@@ReeWrayOutdoors The Oupes 600w looks nice, can you point me in the direction of affordable but decent quality compatible solar panels that will work with it? How many will I need? I'm very new to solar!

[@Valorius]

@@ReeWrayOutdoors Am i correct in my assumption that a 600w will power a small fridge and a few electronic devices at the small time? Thanks again!

[@cd5456]

I live in Florida is there a way to get a extension cord for the solar panels so I don't have to leave the battery in the sun?

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

Absolutely you can. Should be able to find them on Amazon since they use fairly common connectors

[@qaz9258]

Primary question: Is the Powerness 120 more sensitive to solar angle then the Jackery? I wonder if you would have put the Jackery at the the 38° would it have dropped to the 40 W output or stayed fairly high? Second: when you showed the 3.5 mm I thought right away I could charge my PC with this and many other things directly. I see your pinned comment addresses this. Good follow up. Last: great video and thanks.

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

Thanks for kind words! I don't think the Powerness is more sensitive to angle than the Jackery since they're both monocrystaline with ETFE coating. BUT I did notice the Jackery, despite its high efficiency, seems a bit more sensitive to faint shadows on the panel than many of panels I've tested. Not sure why that would be. Moot point though regarding the Powerness since it's not available in the US now. I've got more panel reviews coming very soon...a couple of great alternatives you might want to look at.

[@qaz9258]

@@ReeWrayOutdoors Yes, for sure. Thank you for the speedy reply.

[@VideoMazk]

I realized that you could get the exact same angle for comparisons if you put one panel on top of the other.

[@stebobrown2893]

I was about to buy the Jackery but now am going to look into this panel. I wanted to do more research on it but could not find any information, others reviews or even a web site. Do you have any links to the company?

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

I don't, sorry. I just ordered it through Amazon based on the info in the listing. I was prepared to send it right back if it was crap, but I was delightfully surprised (hence the video on it). Frankly, I wish I hadn't bought the Rockpals panel earlier this year...and if I could do it all over again, I'd buy 2 of these. Just my honest opinion...

[@David-Drums]

@@ReeWrayOutdoors why 2? Is one not enough for some reason?

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

@@David-Drums Really depends on what you're charging. For the Explorer 1000, it can handle something like 180watts (or so) input and so you can cut recharge time in half with a 2nd panel. But if you're charging something like a typical 300 or 500 watt power station, those typically top out around 100w input and so a single panel would be all you'd need.

[@David-Drums]

@@ReeWrayOutdoors ok. That’s what I thought. I was just making sure. By he way, is that a marching band/ drum corps photo I. Your room?

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

@@David-Drums Why yes it is! haha My DCI Finals corps photo from 1985. :P

[@burly636]

My jackery panels look like the powerness as far as the build. They came with the Jackery 600w I received last week. I have 3 devices for emergency. Biggest is 2000. I am just learning. That one connector would work on my Titan 300. I had to look for an adapter that would work on on my Generack and jackey panels to connect to the Titan . Type c connector it was called??? My Titan didn't come with a panel.

[@jdcook5496]

Powerless is using this video review in their advertising. Is that extra cable used for daisy chaining another panel?

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

Yeah someone there emailed me and asked if I minded if they used the video. I had no problem with that but I wasn't aware if or where they were going to use it. I'll have to see if I can find it...just out of vain curiosity haha. Still not certain about the 3.7mm connector. I'm guessing there is another brand of portable power station that must use that.

[@MrNiceGuy500]

I have a 120 watt progeny solar panel. Works great 👍🏻

[@MrGaborseres]

Thanks for the review 💪👍yeah price on the Powerness is WAY up 279 now.....not such a good deal any more..... I'll stick with jackery......

[@ComputerGuyAndy]

Can I use this 100 watt solar panel to recharge the Jackery 300? Thanks for the video, very informative.

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

You could...if it was available still! 😕 Check out this alternative: amzn.to/3HOdhEP will definitely work with the Jackery 300 and is a 120w so you can squeeze extra watts from it when the sun is not at full intensity.

[@johncampbell3979]

You should check out the Harbor Freight 100w briefcase panel. I just picked up a second one, and w/coupon got it for 149.99. Much more sturdy.

[@dontfencemein.6125]

Thanks for sharing , that,s good quality info.

[@theuktoday4233]

I got all excited about this but cant find it anywhere on the internet

[@jondargel1496]

Im nervous about purchasing a powerbank for a portable ac unit when i go camping in the coming months. Thats all its dedicated for. Will this run one? Ill be in the sun volunteering for EAA in Oshkosh 24 the WHOLE week. So i need something that charges quick so it can be good every night and keep my tent cool :)

[@TimePlaysLifePasses]

I wonder if the 11% increase in power had something to do with the time of day. Earlier in the morning, the sunlight has to cut through more atmosphere and probably more humidity in the atmosphere.

[@edcronin5409]

Thank you for your information Ed

[@lynnecoleman7562]

Well it looks like these are no longer available.😕 Amazon says they are no longer available and can’t find them anywhere else. I’m sad.🥺

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

Yeah, they've been out of stock for a while now. They actually sent me a note recently saying they'd be back in stock soon, but never elaborated on exactly when. You might have a look at this option: amzn.to/3RGodL0 I've not tested this specific version, but I have 2 of their other models (100W and 200W) and they come with all the connector options you'll need, which is super handy (I've come to like the native MC4 connection for their flexibility)...and the price is excellent for a 140W panel.

[@jan4222]

Unfortunately, the Powerness is now $280 on Amazon. Wish I'd seen your video before!

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

I'd highly recommend this 120W panel: amzn.to/3TJedRp I did a review on it a number of months back and it's a great panel and still available at a great price with the Amazon coupon applied. Also, I do have a promo code that should work for that at check-out that will save you another $20 or so off of the discount price. I think it's valid starting tomorrow 10/17. Here's the code if you want to try it: IHSNXQEC

[@1221drpepper]

Thank you your good help im off grid and bought harbor freight stuff and bad idea

[@VeritasAequitas617]

Thank you for sharing. Very informative. 👍

[@kjaques1]

Awesome vid. Especially with the head beacon very fetching lol.

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

Hahahaha yeah...I've rearranged my setup to try and avoid that, since then. LOL

[@kjaques1]

@@ReeWrayOutdoors Still subscribed beacons or otherwise. Your content is top notch. Many thanks. ;0)

[@williamscoggin1509]

🤣 I don't know if anyone has mentioned it, but you sort of need to move that piece of gold art sitting in the corner behind you. It lines up with your head and it looks like you have a golden mohawk. I can't stop looking at it now, serious distraction. LOL

[@ReeWrayOutdoors]

Hahaha yeah! At least a few people have commented. I've switched things around now, trying to avoid that. Lol