A contractor-grade 150 W transformer for a small LED system you never want to replace. The lifetime warranty is the reason to pay the premium.
Amazon $274.97The VOLT Slim Line 150W Transformer rates 3.5 among up to 150 W landscape lighting transformers; the DEWENWILS 200W Transformer HOSL04A rates 2.6 among 200 to 300 W ones. The DEWENWILS 200W Transformer HOSL04A costs $204.98 less ($69.99 vs $274.97).
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A low-cost 200 W transformer for a modest LED system on short runs. It sets up in a minute with no programming.
Amazon $69.99Scores side by side
These two sit in different rating classes (up to 150 W and 200 to 300 W), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own rating peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | VOLT Slim Line 150W Transformer | DEWENWILS 200W Transformer HOSL04A |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Value 25% | 0 $183.31 per 100 W ($274.97, 150 W) | 72 $34.99 per 100 W ($69.99, 200 W) |
| Voltage taps 20% | 73 12 to 15 V, 2 output voltages | 0 12 V, 1 output voltage |
| Controls 20% | 50 photocell, timer | 50 photocell, timer |
| Build 15% | 80 stainless steel enclosure, toroidal core | 30 metal enclosure |
| Warranty 20% | 100 lifetime warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| VOLT Slim Line 150W Transformer | DEWENWILS 200W Transformer HOSL04A | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Rated output | 150 W | 200 W |
| Output voltage | 12/15 V AC | 12 V AC |
| Distinct taps | 2 | 1 |
| Independent zones | 1 | 1 |
| Controls | ||
| Photocell included | Yes | Yes |
| Timer | Countdown | Countdown |
| App control | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Enclosure | Stainless steel | Metal |
| Core | Toroidal | - |
| Terminals | Clamp | - |
| Power cord | - | 3.3 ft |
| Warranty | Lifetime | - |