Are Those Cheap Solar Panels on Amazon Legit or Just a Scam?
Asked by TechyCat123
I've come across these flexible solar panels on Amazon that claim to be a 600W x 4, giving a total of 2400W for just $850. It sounds way too cheap to be true, and I'm cautious, but I'm curious if anyone has had any experience with these types of panels. Are they worth it, or should I steer clear?
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I've had good luck with 130W EcoWorthy panels from eBay for around the same price. They're decent quality, and I've used them successfully on my camper. Just do your research before jumping on any deal, especially on Amazon.
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You know, it's a bit of a ‘buyer beware’ situation here. With only four reviews on the listing, I wouldn’t trust it. I wouldn't even buy a cheap item with so few reviews. I really think you should reconsider.
PreviousPurchaser: Lol, I guess I should have checked the seller's rating. I admit I jumped into this one too quickly.
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I ran an analysis on these panels using Fakespot, and guess what? They got an F for trustworthiness! The reviews are likely fake, and the actual product could be a total letdown. Just a heads up for anyone considering this purchase.
HappyHelper88: Good call! I always check reviews before buying something like this.
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Definitely a red flag! Those dimensions make it seem way too efficient compared to rigid panels; usually, you’d expect about 15 watts per square foot. Be super careful with this one—could end up being a huge waste of money!
CuriousCamper: Thanks for the tip! I'll keep that in mind.
WiseGuy201: Just make sure not to expect anything over 1.21 gigawatts from it!
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Honestly, it looks like a scam. Those panels claiming to be 600W are likely over-exaggerated. Typically, flexible panels of that size are more like 100W max, and even that number can be a stretch. I'd be really cautious about investing in these.
RealisticRita: Yeah, I had a feeling it was too good to be true. It’s hard not to hope, though!
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GratefulBuyer: I appreciate the insight! I'll check those out.