Rich Solar and Renogy both sell everything an RV solar build needs: panels, MPPT controllers, lithium batteries, inverters, DC-DC chargers and pre-matched kits. RV Parts Giant stocks both brands, so this comparison uses the prices on our own listings and each brand's published specs. The short version: on panels the two are close, Renogy is usually cheaper per watt, and Rich Solar includes more in its controllers and batteries for the money.
The short answer
- Cheapest panels per watt: Renogy. A single Renogy 200W N-Type panel is $164.59 against $196.48 for a Rich Solar MEGA 200.
- Best-value MPPT controller: Rich Solar. Every BRAVO MPPT has Bluetooth built in. A BRAVO 40 is $130.99; a Renogy Rover Li 40A is $152.10 without Bluetooth.
- Heated lithium for less: Rich Solar. The ALPHA 1 (100Ah, internal heater, Bluetooth) is $378.99. Renogy's self-heating Pro 100Ah is $539.93.
- Cheapest 100Ah lithium with no extras: Renogy. The Core Mini 100Ah is $264.99 against $302.99 for the ALPHA 1 LITE.
- Longest lithium warranty: Rich Solar ALPHA PRO, at 10 years.
Solar panels
| Panel | Price | Price per watt | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rich Solar MEGA 100 | $98.24 | $0.98 | Mono, 22.8V Voc, 13.2 lb |
| Renogy 100W N-Type | $77.22 | $0.77 | N-type cells |
| Rich Solar MEGA 200 | $196.48 | $0.98 | 21.8V Voc; also in black (ONYX) |
| Renogy 200W N-Type | $164.59 | $0.82 | Also sold in 2- and 4-packs |
| Renogy 200W ShadowFlux | $222.09 | $1.11 | Anti-shading design |
| Rich Solar MEGA 100 SLIM | $106.43 | $1.06 | 15.8 in wide, N-type TOPCon |
Prices are single-panel prices on RV Parts Giant on November 12, 2026. Renogy's multi-packs bring its price per watt down further.
On a flat roof with room to spare, Renogy's N-type panels are the cheaper way to buy watts. Rich Solar's advantage is shape and finish. The MEGA 100 SLIM and MEGA 130 SLIM are 15.8 in wide, which lets them run between roof vents or lengthwise on a van roof. The ONYX versions are all black. Our MEGA 100 vs SLIM vs ONYX vs FLEX guide covers the Rich Solar range.
Portable panels: the Rich Solar MEGA 200 briefcase is $258.88 and the Renogy 200W N-Type portable is $248.99. The Rich Solar briefcase is a rigid folding panel with kickstands; it is also the best-selling Rich Solar item we carry.
Solar kits
| Kit | Price | What's inside |
|---|---|---|
| Rich Solar Basic 400W | $654.96 | 2 x MEGA 200, BRAVO 30 MPPT with Bluetooth, Z-brackets, cable entry, cables, fuse |
| Renogy 400W kit, Rover 40A | $587.79 | 400W of panels with a Rover 40A MPPT |
| Rich Solar Basic 800W | $1,146.19 | 4 x MEGA 200, BRAVO 60 MPPT |
| Renogy 800W Essential kit | $1,253.99 | 800W of panels with a 60A MPPT |
At 400W Renogy is about $67 cheaper. At 800W Rich Solar is about $108 cheaper. Check the controller in each kit: the Rich Solar BRAVO 30 is rated for up to 500W at 12V, so a 400W kit can grow by one more 100W panel. See What size Rich Solar kit does my RV need?
Lithium batteries
| Battery | Price | Heater | Bluetooth | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rich Solar ALPHA 1 LITE 100Ah | $302.99 | No | No | 5 yr |
| Renogy Core Mini 100Ah | $264.99 | No | No | See listing |
| Rich Solar ALPHA 1 100Ah | $378.99 | Yes | Yes | 5 yr |
| Rich Solar ALPHA 1 PRO 100Ah | $454.99 | Yes | Yes | 10 yr |
| Renogy Pro 100Ah | $539.93 | Self-heating | Yes | See listing |
| Rich Solar ALPHA 2 200Ah | $758.99 | Yes | Yes | 5 yr |
| Renogy Pro 200Ah | $805.93 | Self-heating | Yes | See listing |
| Rich Solar ALPHA 3 MINI 314Ah | $834.99 | Yes | Yes | 5 yr |
| Renogy Core Mini 300Ah | $758.99 | No | No | See listing |
If the battery never sees a freezing night, Renogy's Core Mini is the cheapest lithium here. If you camp in the cold, Rich Solar's standard ALPHA gives you a heater and Bluetooth for well under the price of Renogy's Pro. One thing to check on the Rich Solar side: the ALPHA 1, ALPHA 2 and ALPHA 2 PRO are rated for 100A continuous, which supports about 1,000W of inverter load per battery. Our ALPHA LITE vs ALPHA vs PRO guide lists every rating.
Charge controllers
| Controller | Price | Bluetooth |
|---|---|---|
| Rich Solar BRAVO 30 MPPT | $117.99 | Built in |
| Renogy Rover Li 30A MPPT | $118.58 with BT-2 module | Add-on module |
| Rich Solar BRAVO 40 MPPT | $130.99 | Built in |
| Renogy Rover Li 40A MPPT | $152.10 ($178.99 with BT-2) | Add-on module |
| Rich Solar BRAVO 60 MPPT | $185.99 | Built in |
| Renogy Rover Lite 60A MPPT | $228.99 | See listing |
Controllers are where Rich Solar is clearly cheaper, and Bluetooth comes in the box. All BRAVO MPPT models take up to 100V from the panels. See which BRAVO controller to buy.
Inverters and DC-DC chargers
The plain 2000W pure sine inverters cost the same: the Rich Solar NOVA PURE 2K is $261.98 and the Renogy 2000W 12V is $260.52. For alternator charging, the Rich Solar 40A DC-DC is $155.55 and the Renogy 40A DC-DC is $160.49. Rich Solar's BRAVO 50 DC ($204.67) combines a 50A DC-DC charger with an MPPT; Renogy's equivalents are its DC-DC chargers with MPPT, such as the 30A/50A on-board charger.
Warranty
- Rich Solar publishes one warranty table: rigid panels 25 years on output and 10 years on workmanship, portable panels 25 and 5, flexible panels 1 year, ALPHA and ALPHA LITE batteries 5 years, ALPHA PRO 10 years, MPPT controllers 2 years, PWM controllers 1 year, pure sine inverters 2 years and hybrid inverters 3 years. Some terms are prorated, and the warranty covers the original buyer only.
- Renogy gives its framed panels a 25-year output warranty. Its material and workmanship terms, and its battery and controller terms, differ by model and between Renogy's own pages, so check the warranty on the listing for the exact model.
Which should you buy?
- Lowest cost for panels on a big flat roof: Renogy N-type panels.
- Narrow roof or van: Rich Solar MEGA 100 or 130 SLIM.
- Controller with Bluetooth for the least money: Rich Solar BRAVO.
- Lithium that charges in the cold, on a budget: Rich Solar ALPHA.
- Cheapest lithium for warm-weather use: Renogy Core Mini.
- Longest battery warranty: Rich Solar ALPHA PRO.
The brands mix well. Panels from one brand work with a controller from the other as long as the panel voltage suits the controller. If you're also weighing Victron electronics, see Rich Solar vs Victron.
FAQ
Is Rich Solar as good as Renogy?
For panels and kits they are close in specs. Rich Solar's controllers and heated batteries give more for the money; Renogy's plain panels and unheated batteries are cheaper. See Is Rich Solar a good brand?
Can I add Rich Solar panels to a Renogy system?
Yes, if the controller has room. Match voltages: a Rich Solar MEGA 200 (21.8V open circuit) pairs with other 12V-class panels in parallel. Mixing different panels in one string costs some output.
Where does Rich Solar ship from?
Rich Solar ships from our warehouse in Upland, California, to the lower 48 states. Browse the Rich Solar and Renogy ranges.
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