WFCO WF-8735-AD
For an RV whose WF-8700-AD power center has failed or needs lithium support, as an exact fit replacement. A budget pick for a small trailer.
Amazon $199.99$199.99
The WFCO WF-8735-AD rates 2.8 among panel and drop-in RV converter chargers; the IOTA DLS-30 rates 2.0 among standalone ones. The WFCO WF-8735-AD costs $17.29 less ($199.99 vs $217.28).
IOTA DLS-30
#15 in StandaloneFull review
A rugged, regulated converter for owners who value clean DC power and want to add the right charge controller themselves. Budget for an IQ controller if you want real battery charging.
Amazon $217.28$217.28
Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different build classes (panel and drop-in and standalone), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own build peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | WFCO WF-8735-AD | IOTA DLS-30 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.8/5 | 2.0/5 |
| Value 35% | 20 $5.71 per amp ($199.99, 35 A) | 6 $7.24 per amp ($217.28, 30 A) |
| Output 10% | 10 35 A | 0 30 A |
| Features 30% | 80 lithium mode, multi-stage charging, fan runs only as needed | 20 fan runs only as needed |
| Warranty 25% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| WFCO WF-8735-AD | IOTA DLS-30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Output | 35 A | 30 A |
| Lithium mode | Yes | No |
| Multi-stage charging | Yes | No |
| Build | ||
| Build | Panel or drop-in | Standalone |
| Fan runs only as needed | Yes | Yes |
| Remote or display | No | No |
| Weight | 5.5 lb | 4.5 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |