For a large lithium bank charged from a conventional high output alternator, at a low price.
Amazon $195.99The LiTime 12V 60A DC-DC Charger is the better DC-DC charger overall, rated 3.7 to 3.2. The LiTime 12V 60A DC-DC Charger leads on charge current and value. The LiTime 12V 40A DC-DC MPPT Charger wins on features and efficiency. The LiTime 12V 60A DC-DC Charger costs $14 less ($195.99 vs $209.99).
A low cost dual input charger for a small van with a couple of 12 V panels and a lithium battery.
LiTime $209.99Prices were last checked October 31, 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 60A DC-DC Charger for charge current (60 A vs 40 A) and value ($3.27 per amp ($195.99, 60 A) vs $5.25 per amp ($209.99, 40 A)).
- Choose the LiTime 12V 40A DC-DC MPPT Charger for features (solar input, smart alternator support vs isolated) and efficiency (93% peak efficiency vs 90% peak efficiency).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 40 A and up DC-DC charger; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | LiTime 12V 60A DC-DC Charger | LiTime 12V 40A DC-DC MPPT Charger |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $3.27 per amp ($195.99, 60 A) | 80 $5.25 per amp ($209.99, 40 A) |
| Charge current 20% | 100 60 A | 0 40 A |
| Efficiency 10% | 22 90% peak efficiency | 56 93% peak efficiency |
| Features 20% | 25 isolated | 50 solar input, smart alternator support |
| Warranty 20% | 25 2-year warranty | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| LiTime 12V 60A DC-DC Charger | LiTime 12V 40A DC-DC MPPT Charger | |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Charge current | 60 A | 40 A |
| Input battery | 12 V | 12 V |
| Output battery | 12 V | 12 V |
| Battery types | LiFePO4, AGM, gel, SLA, calcium | LiFePO4, AGM, gel, SLA, calcium |
| LiFePO4 profile | Yes | Yes |
| Smart alternator support | No | Yes |
| Peak efficiency | 90% | 93% |
| Isolated | Yes | - |
| Solar | ||
| Solar input | No | MPPT, up to 600 W |
| Max solar voltage | - | 26 V |
| Build | ||
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Weight | 6.2 lb | 2.4 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | - |
| Released | 2023-10-11 | 2023-07-12 |
