The Victron SmartSolar MPPT 100/50 is the better charge controller overall, rated 4.4 to 3.9. The Victron SmartSolar MPPT 100/50 leads on warranty. The EPEVER Tracer 6415AN wins on efficiency. The Victron SmartSolar MPPT 100/50 costs $46.18 less ($193.80 vs $239.98).
For RV and van owners running 500-700 W of panels on 12 V or about 1,400 W on 24 V. It has the same app and warranty as the smaller Victrons at a low cost per amp.
Amazon DRSA $193.80A budget 60 A controller for 24 V or 48 V cabin and shed systems. Plan on the Bluetooth adapter if you run lithium, since that’s where its lithium settings live.
Amazon $239.98Prices were last checked October 24, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every MPPT solar charge controller; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Victron SmartSolar MPPT 100/50 | EPEVER Tracer 6415AN |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.4/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Value 35% | 82 $3.88 per amp of charge current | 80 $4 per amp of charge current |
| Features 25% | 77 Bluetooth app, lithium profile, temperature sensor; no temperature sensor | 72 Bluetooth add-on, lithium profile, temperature sensor, 150 V PV input; no temperature sensor |
| Efficiency 20% | 75 98% peak efficiency (maker rating) | 90 98.6% peak efficiency (maker rating) |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
| Victron SmartSolar MPPT 100/50 | EPEVER Tracer 6415AN | |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Type | MPPT solar charge controller | MPPT solar charge controller |
| Charge current | 50 A | 60 A |
| Battery voltage | 12/24 V | 12/24/36/48 V |
| Lithium profile | Yes | Yes |
| Custom profile | Yes | Yes |
| Temperature sensor | Optional extra | Optional extra |
| Peak efficiency | 98% | 98.6% |
| Standby draw | 30 mA | 98 mA |
| Inputs | ||
| Max PV voltage (Voc) | 100 V | 150 V |
| Max PV power (12 V) | 700 W | 750 W |
| Max PV power (48 V) | - | 3,000 W |
| Monitoring and build | ||
| Bluetooth | Built in | Optional add-on |
| Display | No | Yes |
| Load output | No | No |
| Parallel units | Yes | Yes |
| Cooling | - | passive (heat sink) |
| Water resistance | IP43 (electronics), IP22 (connection area) | IP20 |
| Dimensions | 130 x 186 x 70 mm | 340 x 236 x 119 mm |
| Weight | 2.9 lb | 9.9 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2017-08 | 2019-10 |
