Best RV Solar Panels and Kits of 2019

Using solar energy for your RV is a smart, green and (best of all) free method to power your appliances and technology. As a camper is typically fully exposed to the elements, it makes for a perfect opportunity to soak up and store all that solar energy.

At Boat & RV Accessories, we’ve rounded up some of the best RV solar panels and kits of 2019 to help you choose the perfect solar solution for your camper or RV.

Best RV Solar Kits

Samlex solar panels and kits are some of the best in the industry due to their sheer durability. Each solar panel kit is constructed using top-of-the-line solar cells and materials that meet the industry’s highest standards, meaning these kits are built to last in even the harshest of conditions.

Samlex SRV-150 Solar Charging Kit

The Samlex SRV-150 Solar Charging Kit is the perfect all-in-one set for keeping your RV’s batteries charged and healthy. This solar charging kit includes all the parts you need to start using green energy in just a few simple steps.

Made of all-weather anodized aluminum, high-efficiency crystalline solar cells and tempered glass, this low-profile panel design offers rugged durability that can stand up to wherever your travels take you. You can even add a DC/AC power inverter to your solar charging system to run all of your household devices right from your motorhome.

The Samlex SRV-150 Kit Comes
With the Following:

• A high-efficiency 150-Watt solar panel resilient to harsh weather conditions
• A 30A flush-mount charge controller to regulate the current and prevent your batteries from overcharging
• Connecting wires to attach your panel to a charge controller or an additional solar panel
• Aluminum mounting brackets and hardware to secure your panel

Samlex SRV-300 Solar System Bundle

The Samlex SRV-300 Solar System Bundle includes all the high-end features of the SRV-150 kit but amplified.

This is one of the Best RV solar kits simply due to the high-quality products and sheer value of the bundle.

The Samlex SRV-300 Bundle Comes
With the Following:

• An SRV-150 Solar Charging Kit with solar panel, charge controller, connecting wires and mounting brackets
• An SSP-150 Solar Panel Kit with solar panel, connecting wires and mounting brackets
• A Samlex PST-2000-12 Pure Sine Inverter with GFCI outlets
• Samlex SBC-2 Solar Panel Branch Connectors to parallel connect Samlex solar panels with multi-contact cables
• A Samlex STS-30 Automatic Transfer Switch to quickly switch your AC source to shore power
• A DC-2500 Inverter Install Kit
• An RC-200 Remote Control for use with the PST-2000-12 Pure Sine Inverter

Best RV Solar Panels

Go Power! solar panels are often touted as the best solar panels for RV use due to their innovation, dependability and cost-effective power solutions. Each solar panel is easy to install and built to withstand extreme weather conditions.

Go Power! has created a fully integrated line of solar solutions that are safe, cost-effective, environmentally friendly, and offer minimal maintenance and maximum battery life.

Go Power! GP-Flex-30 Flexible Solar Kit

The Go Power! GP-Flex-30 Flexible Solar Kit is aerodynamic in its design and virtually unbreakable thanks to its high-efficiency monocrystalline cells and impermeable lamination.

But the big selling point of this model is its true “flexibility” in terms of installation. This solar panel can contour and flex against curved areas, eliminating the need for custom mounts. In fact, this solar panel can be installed using adhesives or screw mounts, or it can be sewn into canvas. The GP-Flex-30 can conform to virtually any surface and is 82 percent lighter than other solar modules.

The Go Power! GP-Flex-30 Solar Kit comes with the following:

• An aerodynamic monocrystalline solar panel that curves up to 30 degrees
• A 10A PWM solar controller
• Output cables and mounting hardware
• Flexible and efficient back contact cells for conforming to any surface

Go Power! GP-PSK-120 Folding Solar Kit

Go Power’s portable GP-PSK-120 Folding Solar Kit is one of the best solar panels for RV battery charging of 2019. It offers versatile and convenient battery-charging options for those looking for a more mobile solar panel. This solar panel also makes for the perfect supplemental system when paired with a more permanent rooftop solar kit.

The kit’s Anderson-style battery charging connectors mean you can efficiently swap out your charging accessories when needed. And the adjustable folding legs allow you to maximize the unit’s solar exposure and compactly store it when not in use.

The Go Power! GP-PSK-120 Folding Solar Kit
Comes With the Following:

• A folding solar panel with adjustable legs for compact storage
• Anderson-style charging connectors for quick interchange of charging accessories
• Battery clamps
• Ring terminal connectors
• SAE and XLR-style solar plug adapters
• UV 12/2 cable
• Heavy-duty storage case

Best Charge Controllers

A charge controller very simply regulates the amps and volts that go into your battery so it does not overcharge. Two of the top brands of 2019 are MorningStar and Midnite Solar, each known for delivering reliable and affordable products that last.

MorningStar’s products are uniquely built from the inside out to offer customers more than twice the industry average operating life. And Midnite Solar’s charge controllers are some of the most sophisticated models available, offering unparalleled reliability, functionality and power.

MorningStar TriStar TS-60 Solar Charge Controller

The three-function MorningStar TriStar TS-60 Solar Charge Controller provides reliable solar battery charging, diversion regulation and load control. This is one of the best charge controllers available due to its use of advanced technology and automated production. As one of the most sophisticated and informative controller meters around, this charge controller offers an optional meter, a remote meter and a remote temperature sensor.

Midnite Solar Classic 200-SL Solar Charge Controller

Midnite Solar’s Classic 200-SL Charge Controller is a solar-only version of Midnite’s Classic 200. This popular charge controller has more features, flexibility and range than other versions currently available. And with streamlined menus and the exclusive HyperVOC to extend VOC limits when needed, it offers easy setup and powerful performance.