For mid-size 48 V cabin, van or backup systems up to about 2 kW of panels. A compact, efficient Victron at a fair price per amp.
Amazon DRSA $193.80The Victron SmartSolar MPPT 150/35 is the better charge controller overall, rated 4.2 to 3.7. The Victron SmartSolar MPPT 150/35 leads on warranty and features. The LiTime 30A MPPT Bluetooth wins on value. The LiTime 30A MPPT Bluetooth costs $48.81 less ($144.99 vs $193.80).
A simple 30 A controller for a small 12 V LiFePO4 system that wants app monitoring without add-ons.
Amazon $144.99Prices 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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Victron SmartSolar MPPT 150/35 for warranty (5-year warranty vs 2-year warranty) and features (Bluetooth app, lithium profile, temperature sensor, 150 V PV input; no temperature sensor vs Bluetooth app, lithium profile, temperature sensor).
- Choose the LiTime 30A MPPT Bluetooth for value ($4.83 per amp of charge current vs $5.54 per amp of charge current).
Scores side by side
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 150/35 | LiTime 30A MPPT Bluetooth |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Value 35% | 59 $5.54 per amp of charge current | 69 $4.83 per amp of charge current |
| Features 25% | 90 Bluetooth app, lithium profile, temperature sensor, 150 V PV input; no temperature sensor | 80 Bluetooth app, lithium profile, temperature sensor |
| Efficiency 20% | 75 98% peak efficiency (maker rating) | 75 98% peak efficiency (maker rating) |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Victron SmartSolar MPPT 150/35 | LiTime 30A MPPT Bluetooth | |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Type | MPPT solar charge controller | MPPT solar charge controller |
| Charge current | 35 A | 30 A |
| Battery voltage | 12/24/36/48 V | 12/24 V |
| Lithium profile | Yes | Yes |
| Custom profile | Yes | Yes |
| Temperature sensor | Optional extra | - |
| Peak efficiency | 98% | 98% |
| Standby draw | 20 mA | - |
| Inputs | ||
| Max PV voltage (Voc) | 150 V | - |
| Max PV power (12 V) | 500 W | 450 W |
| Max PV power (48 V) | 2,000 W | - |
| Monitoring and build | ||
| Bluetooth | Built in | Built in |
| Display | No | Yes |
| Load output | No | - |
| Parallel units | Yes | - |
| Cooling | passive (no fan) | passive |
| Water resistance | IP43 (electronics), IP22 (connection area) | - |
| Dimensions | 130 x 186 x 70 mm | - |
| Weight | 2.8 lb | - |
| Warranty | 5 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2017-08 | 2024-09 |
