Most Efficient Solar Panels for 2025: US Customers Still Waiting on Record-Setting Panel

As energy bills climb, tax incentives become more generous and environmental concerns grow, more homeowners are turning to solar power. Spring brings longer days and more sunshine, so you might want to harness this increased solar potential. A recent CNET survey found that 78% of US adults are concerned about rising energy costs. If you're considering solar panels for your home, you might be wondering which solar panels have the best efficiency ratings. Our CNET experts have found the market's top performers with the highest efficiency ratings. Best overall: Maxeon 7 The most efficient residential solar panel right now is the Maxeon 7, which dethroned the older Maxeon and Canadian Solar panels when it launched in February 2024. Maxeon has consistently remained ahead of its peers in the industry when it comes to solar panel efficiency for some time, and its newest offering had its record-setting efficiency metrics confirmed by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. The 24.9% effici ... Read full article.