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Goal Zero - Boulder 200 Solar Panel Briefcase - Black
Average customer rating
4.2
(20 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 20 reviews
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69%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Goal Zero - Boulder 200 Solar Panel Briefcase - Black
Customer Rating
5
As new after many years near the salty sea.
on July 24, 2026
Posted by: Parom
from The Netherlands
Gender:Male
We bought the Bolder briefcase about 4-5 years ago. Each year it is standing outside on a camping site near the sea, from begin of April till end of August.
The Netherlands is a country with a lot of rain. But even after all these months in the open air, there is no rust to be seen. Even the screws are clean. For storage we have the Yeti 200X. We use it for lighting and to charge tablet, laptop, phone's, etc. Even on cloudy day's enough power to charge the battery.
We once had a fire in the tent. The extetion cable was completely burned. I ordered a new cable and a new power storage. Plugged in the Bolder solar panels, and it still worked.
Due to the "briefcase" system the panels are easy to transport.
Other guests on the camping site now also bought the same setup. So happy off grid camping for the years to come. :-)
Other guests on the camping site now also bought the same setup. So happy off grid camping for the years to come. :-)
Written by a customer while visiting goalzero.com
Customer Rating
5
Off Grid Master
on July 7, 2026
Posted by: Shelbarn
We have the Yeti 1500 and Boulder 200 for a remote cabin and it has changed our stay to luxury with LED lighting, boost and Starlink. We run an RV pump for indoor water from a stand tank filled by a separate solar system. Portable power, plug and play set up, easy to charge and use.
Written by a customer while visiting goalzero.com
Customer Rating
3
200 Boulder is fair at best
on September 2, 2024
Posted by: Mott148
Gender:Male
I have had the Boulder 200 Solar Panel for about 2 years and it provides about 140 watts in direct sunlight and less than 30 watts if there is any small obstruction or shadow. Constantly repositioning the panel to optimize its performance but was expecting better results. As the summer wains, the performance also drops.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting goalzero.com
Posted by: Psaw
from Traveling.
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
Purchased four of these. One doesn’t work. Am in the field so can’t get a replacement for a month. Because I don’t have an address or the original box with me. Relying on these for work.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting goalzero.com
Customer Rating
3
MUST connect to their own devices, eg. yeti power
on June 26, 2023
Posted by: Dusty backroads
from Colorado Springs
Cannot connect to other brands nor find adapters to do so. Very frustrating
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Posted by: Drsignguy
from Minnesota
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
After having the Boulder 200 Briefcase for about a week now, I have to honestly say that it is one tough solar panel. I have read some the reviews about the weight and the case that comes with it and I will mention that is a few. The product does great on feeding my LiFePO4 battery the power it needs and the controller is very easy to use. The weight, to some may be heavy but I prefer it as the outside elements throws curves once in a while and when this sits on the ground, it stays. you can move it with ease to keep it facing the sun. The case is just fine. protects it as it should. The wiring and connections are very well done, and I don't have to worry for bad connections. All in all, I feel this is a great product to have and I know It will hold up for years.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting goalzero.com
Customer Rating
4
Boulder 200 Recommendations
on May 2, 2023
Posted by: JamesRO
from LA, CA
Gender:Male
My first recommendation is for the stand to lock in place. It's easy for them to fold in and fall and pinch your fingers. My second recommendation is that the solar panels fold inside to protect the panel. even though they are in a case the case will not protect them from a sharp puncher item.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting goalzero.com
Customer Rating
5
Sheep Wagon LIfe
on February 16, 2023
Posted by: Studd Pyles
from Del Norte, CO
Gender:Male
When my 1000 watt yeti and 200 watt boulder briefcase showed up, my life completely changed! Generally sunny every day in southern Colorado, the unit charged to 100% easily in the time specified. Whilst changing the unit, I continually charged tool batteries an ran various power tools throughout the day. In the evenings I was able to charge phone, speaker and headphones, while I plugged in a 55 watt LED shop light and 45 watt boot dryer. I look forward to plugging in a variety of appliances and more power tools in the near future! Being winter and at 8600ft, I take some precautions when its gets below zero. Like every tool, the operator needs to take care and be responsible in adverse conditions, easily kept warm with a down jacket or sleeping bag at night or whilst charging during the day. Sure the unit and panels be a little heavy, or awkward to set up, sure beats not having electricity! Fellow permacampers recommended it to me and I no complaints yet! I can't imagine a solar unit could weigh less for the power it generates. Like every tool, it is a tool, the owner needs to figure out how to use it and ways to be more efficient with it!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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