Photovoltaic solar panel ranking

What are the top solar panel brands in 2024?

February 13, 2024 - Today, SolarReviews released its annual solar panel brand ranking list, and Qcells has been crowned the top solar panel brand for the second year in a row! Details around the ranking list can be found here, but here is a quick snapshot of the top 2024 solar panel brands:

Which solar panels are the best?

This report ranked solar panels based on performance under a wide set of stress tests in its lab. The top overall performers, in alphabetical order, were Astronergy, JA Solar, JinkoSolar, Longi Solar, Qcells, Runergy, Trina Solar, and Yingli Solar. This content is protected by copyright and may not be reused.

Do solar panels have a power rating?

To help determine the real-world performance of a solar panel, manufacturers also provide a power rating under Nominal Operating Cell Temperature (NOCT) conditions. NOCT assumes a cell temperature of 45°C and a lower solar irradiance of 800W/m2 to mimic average operating conditions.

Who makes the highest-power residential solar panels?

As the maker of the highest-power residential solar panels among reviewed manufacturers, Canadian Solar is more than just another panel maker. One of the company’s many solar panel models can generate up to 705 watts of power. That same panel, the TOPBiHiKu7, also features a high-efficiency rating of 22.7% with a low Pmax rating of just -0.29%.

Who makes the most efficient solar panels?

Aiko is a lesser-known manufacturer that recently launched some of the most efficient solar panels in the world, even outranking the renowned Maxeon Sunpower panels for much of 2023. The company’s focus on innovation and performance led to the development of the unique All Back-Contact (ABC) cell design.

How do I choose the best solar panels?

You'll also want to choose panels from a company that backs its panels (and ideally your entire system) with a strong warranty. We reviewed hundreds of solar panel models and found that five brands stand out: SunPower, REC, Panasonic, Maxeon, and Jinko Solar. SunPower, REC, Panasonic, Maxeon, and Jinko Solar offer the best solar panels.