A good-value Group 31 drop-in for boats and RVs used in mild climates. Independent testing shows it delivers more than its rated 100Ah.
Amazon $335.99The LiTime 12V 100Ah Group 31 is the better 12V lithium battery overall, rated 3.8 to 3.5. The LiTime 12V 100Ah Group 31 leads on value. The Renogy 12V 100Ah Pro Smart wins on warranty. The LiTime 12V 100Ah Group 31 costs $224 less ($335.99 vs $559.99).
For 12 V RV, van and boat owners who charge in cold weather and want heating and Bluetooth in one sealed battery. Skip it if you need a 24 V or 48 V series bank.
Amazon $559.99Prices were last checked October 22, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the LiTime 12V 100Ah Group 31 for value ($0.26 per rated Wh vs $0.44 per rated Wh).
- Choose the Renogy 12V 100Ah Pro Smart for warranty (7-year warranty vs 5-year warranty).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 100 Ah class 12V lithium battery; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | LiTime 12V 100Ah Group 31 | Renogy 12V 100Ah Pro Smart |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 35% | 73 $0.26 per rated Wh | 44 $0.44 per rated Wh |
| Tested capacity 15% | 100 106% of rated capacity measured (1 test) | 50 not yet independently tested (neutral score used) |
| Output 15% | 50 100 A continuous (about 1,280 W at 12.8 V) | 50 100 A continuous (about 1,280 W at 12.8 V) |
| Warranty 15% | 50 5-year warranty | 75 7-year warranty |
| Cycle life 10% | 50 4,000 cycles at 100% depth, maker rating | 67 5,000 cycles at 80% depth, maker rating |
| Cold weather 10% | 50 low-temperature charging protection not stated (neutral score used) | 100 self-heating, so it charges below freezing |
Independent capacity tests
LiTime 12V 100Ah Group 31
| Tested by | Measured | Energy | Of rated | Discharge | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| techtest.org | 106.5 Ah | 1,380 Wh | 106% | 5 A | ATORCH DLB-600W electronic load to BMS cutoff; EU unit (329 x 172 x 214 mm). Same test also measured 106.06 Ah / 1363 Wh at 10 A and 105.57 Ah / 1320.8 Wh at 20 A. |
Renogy 12V 100Ah Pro Smart
No independent test published yet.
Specifications
| LiTime 12V 100Ah Group 31 | Renogy 12V 100Ah Pro Smart | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Rated capacity | 100 Ah (1,280 Wh) | 100 Ah (1,280 Wh) |
| Tested capacity | 106% of rated | - |
| Nominal voltage | 12.8 V | 12.8 V |
| Chemistry | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Rated cycle life | 4,000 at 100% depth | 5,000 at 80% depth |
| Price per Wh | $0.26 | $0.44 |
| BMS | ||
| Continuous discharge | 100 A | 100 A |
| Peak discharge | - | 245 A for 30 s |
| Max charge current | - | 100 A |
| Low-temperature charging | - | Self-heating |
| Bluetooth monitoring | No | Yes |
| Series / parallel | up to 4 in series, 4 in parallel | up to 1 in series, 8 in parallel |
| Build | ||
| Case size | Group 31 | - |
| Dimensions | 13 x 6.77 x 8.43 in | 10.6 x 7.6 x 8.1 in |
| Weight | 22.1 lb | 26.9 lb |
| Terminals | - | M8 |
| Water resistance | IP65 | IP67 |
| Warranty | 5 years | 7 years |
