EcoFlow 400W Solar Panel Review: An Amazing Addition to an Already Amazing Product

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The Lowdown

If you are into camping, off-grid living, or just want a plan for power outages, the Ecoflow 400w solar panel is the perfect companion for your battery setup. It works best with the EcoFlow family but can be used for anything that can accept the 400w input.

Overall
5

Pros

  • Rugged panels
  • Lots of power for a portable panel
  • Works perfectly with EcoFlow products

Cons

  • Some may find setup a bit cumbersome

I recently reviewed the EcoFlow Delta Max portable power station. The battery system is a true game-changer for anyone needing portable backup power. Without a power source to charge the battery, it becomes somewhat limited. Enter the EcoFlow 400W Solar Panel. This lightweight, robust solar panel keeps the Delta Max powered and ready for action.

The EcoFlow 400W Solar Panel features a compact, folding design allowing users to easily carry the panel anywhere that it’s needed. With an IP68 waterproof surface, the solar cells are protected from debris, dust, and water. These provide a lot of power to be able to move so easily.

EcoFlow 400W Solar Panel closed

The handy case with a shoulder strap helps with easy transport and doubles as a kickstand for the panel. The solar panel comes in the case and includes a user manual.

The case’s material is rugged, and the zipper is really nice. I do not know if it is waterproof, but it seals well and is very smooth. The package also comes with clips to assist in standing the panel up and a user manual. The shoulder straps make the closed panel, which weighs about 42 pounds, easy to carry.

zipper on EcoFlow 400W Solar Panel carry case

The unfolded panels measure 93.1″ long by 43.7″ wide by 1.0″ thick and offer a 22% conversion rate.

I was surprised by how thin yet strong the panels are. This makes them much easier to move around, and they should last for a long time. The panels sport an IP68 waterproof surface that protects the cells from water, dust, and other debris; these are rugged!

unfolded EcoFlow 400W Solar Panels

To stand up the panel, open it on top of the case. The clips can connect and simply lift the more rigid side. Once stood up, you angle the panel to keep it upright. The first time was a bit cumbersome, but it becomes super easy once you figure out how it leans.

EcoFlow 400W Solar Panel Review: An Amazing Addition to an Already Amazing Product

As the sun moves across the sky, the panel is adjustable from 40-90 degrees to capture the most sun rays.

EcoFlow 400W Solar Panel Review: An Amazing Addition to an Already Amazing Product

After I got the hang of how the self-supporting case works, it was easy to move the panel toward the sun and adjust the lean. It also only takes me minutes to set it up and take it down and place it safely back in the case.

EcoFlow 400W Solar Panel Review: An Amazing Addition to an Already Amazing Product

The 400w solar panel connects easily via the universally recognized MC4 connectors. The EcoFlow Delta Max comes with a handy conversion cable.

EcoFlow 400W Solar Panel Review: An Amazing Addition to an Already Amazing Product

The provided connector from EcoFlow plugs into the Delta Max and immediately begins charging. There is no need for a solar controller when using the Ecoflow family as their products have it built-in.

EcoFlow 400W Solar Panel Review: An Amazing Addition to an Already Amazing Product

I waited three days to have any sun to do this review, and the best I got, was mostly cloudy. Even with the conditions, I was impressed with the amount of power the solar panel puts out.

The Delta Max display lets you know how much power is coming in, and the charging time will adjust accordingly. I caught a decent photo while a cloud was covering the sun, but the watts went almost as high as 300 times.

EcoFlow 400W Solar Panel Review: An Amazing Addition to an Already Amazing Product

If you are into camping, off-grid living, or just want a plan for power outages, the Ecoflow 400w solar panel is the perfect companion for your battery setup. It works best with the EcoFlow family but can be used for anything that can accept the 400w input.

Having a 400w panel of superior quality that is also portable is a huge game-changer. We will travel with it while out camping and keep it ready for tropical and thunderstorm season, which often leaves us without power.

EcoFlow 400W Solar Panel Review: An Amazing Addition to an Already Amazing Product

The EcoFlow 400W Solar Panel retails for $1,199.00; it is available directly from the manufacturer.

Source: Manufacturer supplied review sample

What I Like: Rugged panels; Lots of power for a portable panel; Works perfectly with EcoFlow products

What Needs Improvement: Some may find setup a bit cumbersome

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About the Author

Travis Ehrlich
Travis is a high school teacher and coach in a small South Texas town. His love for gadgets began at a very early age, and he has been a cross between a jock and a geek for most of his life. He has two boys and a wonderful wife who lets him be a gadget freak. He is a Mac convert and has drank the whole pitcher of Kool-Aid! He is also an avid guitar player and loves the outdoors, especially hunting with both a bow and rifle.

3 Comments on "EcoFlow 400W Solar Panel Review: An Amazing Addition to an Already Amazing Product"

  1. My daughter just went fulltime in an RV and will be traveling the country. This product sounds like one she would definitely benefit from having in her power arsenal.

  2. These seem great! Around how much power did you get under usual conditions, when it was cloudy?

  3. Great option for road trips and time spent off-the-grid. Nice that it isn’t a big space eater as well.

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