Meyer Burger Review 2026
Meyer Burger manufactures 2 models across solar panels. Efficiency range 21.2%–21.7%.
Headquartered in Germany · Manufacturing in Germany
Founded 1953 by Hans Meyer-Burger · Headquartered in Thun, Switzerland
Parent company: Meyer Burger Technology AG
Listed: SWX:MBTN
Meyer Burger at a glance
Certifications: IEC 61215 · IEC 61730 · UL 1703
Warranty: 25-yr product · 30-yr performance
Key milestones
- 1953 Founded as precision sawing equipment manufacturer
- 2020 Pivoted from equipment to in-house HJT module manufacturing
- 2024 Closed planned US factory in Colorado due to financial difficulties
Source: www.meyerburger.com/en · Last updated 2026-05-27
Meyer Burger Pros & Cons (data-driven)
+ Pros
- ✓ Average panel efficiency 21.4% exceeds industry baseline 21%
- ✓ Average product warranty 25yr exceeds industry baseline 12yr
- ✓ Strong heat tolerance (-0.26%/°C, better than industry -0.32%/°C)
- ✓ Low annual degradation 0.25%/yr (industry average ~0.5%/yr)
- ✓ 100% of SKUs triple-verified against manufacturer datasheets
− Cons
- ✗ Distributor and installer pricing varies — direct retail rarely available
- ✗ Some 2026 models depend on regional distributor availability
Pros and cons calculated against industry baselines: 21% panel efficiency, 12yr panel warranty, -0.32%/°C temp coeff, 90% battery RTE.
Current Meyer Burger Product List (2)
Solar Panels (2)
| Model | Wattage | Efficiency | Warranty | Verified | Score | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White 400W | 400W | 21.7% | 25/30 yr | ✓ | 100 (A) | View → |
| Glass 390W | 390W | 21.2% | 25/30 yr | ✓ | 97 (A) | View → |
Spec Sheet Downloads
2 manufacturer-published datasheets available for Meyer Burger products. All links go to the official PDF on the manufacturer's website.
- PDF Meyer Burger White 400W datasheet →https://www.meyerburger.com/fileadmin/user_upload/PDFs/Produktdatenblaetter/EN/DS_Meyer_Burger_White_en.pdf
- PDF Meyer Burger Glass 390W datasheet →https://www.meyerburger.com/fileadmin/user_upload/PDFs/Produktdatenblaetter/EN/DS_Meyer_Burger_Glass_en.pdf
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the SolarSpec Score for Meyer Burger?
Meyer Burger earns a SolarSpec Score of 99/100 (Grade A) based on the weighted average of all 2 models in their 2026 lineup. The score combines efficiency, warranty, temperature coefficient, and verification status. See our /methodology/ page for the full formula.
How many solar products does Meyer Burger offer in 2026?
Meyer Burger offers 2 products in their 2026 lineup: 2 solar panels.
What is the most efficient Meyer Burger solar panel?
The most efficient Meyer Burger solar panel is the White 400W at 21.7% efficiency with 400W output. Meyer Burger panels range from 21.2% to 21.7% efficiency across 2 models.
What warranty does Meyer Burger offer on solar panels?
Meyer Burger offers up to 25-year product warranty and up to 30-year performance warranty. Average annual degradation across the lineup is 0.25%.
Where are Meyer Burger solar panels manufactured?
Meyer Burger solar panels are manufactured in Germany.
Where can I download Meyer Burger datasheets?
We have direct manufacturer-published datasheet links for 2 of 2 Meyer Burger products. See the Spec Sheet Downloads section below for direct PDF links.
How we score brands
Every Meyer Burger model in our catalog is scored 0-100 using a transparent formula: efficiency (25 pts), product warranty (20 pts), performance warranty bonus (3 pts), temperature coefficient (12 pts), and datasheet verification (5 pts), on a 50-point baseline. The brand-level score is the simple average across all 2 models.
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