LiTime 60A MPPT Bluetooth
#17 in MPPT solarFull review
A budget 60 A controller with Bluetooth in the box, suited to small 24 V or 48 V cabin and shed systems. Larger arrays outgrow its 3,200 W limit on 48 V.
Amazon $249.99$249.99
The LiTime 60A MPPT Bluetooth is the better charge controller overall, rated 4.0 to 3.2. The LiTime 60A MPPT Bluetooth leads on value and features. The Morningstar TriStar MPPT 60 wins on efficiency and warranty. The LiTime 60A MPPT Bluetooth costs $448.01 less ($249.99 vs $698).
Morningstar TriStar MPPT 60
#35 in MPPT solarFull review
For off-grid cabins and remote sites that want a proven 60 A controller with wired network monitoring. Overkill for most RVs and vans.
Amazon $698$698
Prices 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 LiTime 60A MPPT Bluetooth for value ($4.17 per amp of charge current vs $11.63 per amp of charge current) and features (Bluetooth app, lithium profile, temperature sensor, 150 V PV input vs temperature sensor, 150 V PV input; no Bluetooth).
- Choose the Morningstar TriStar MPPT 60 for efficiency (99% peak efficiency (maker rating) vs 97% peak efficiency (maker rating)) and warranty (5-year warranty vs 3-year warranty).
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 | LiTime 60A MPPT Bluetooth | Morningstar TriStar MPPT 60 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 35% | 78 $4.17 per amp of charge current | 0 $11.63 per amp of charge current |
| Features 25% | 100 Bluetooth app, lithium profile, temperature sensor, 150 V PV input | 40 temperature sensor, 150 V PV input; no Bluetooth |
| Efficiency 20% | 50 97% peak efficiency (maker rating) | 100 99% peak efficiency (maker rating) |
| Warranty 20% | 50 3-year warranty | 100 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| LiTime 60A MPPT Bluetooth | Morningstar TriStar MPPT 60 | |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Type | MPPT solar charge controller | MPPT solar charge controller |
| Charge current | 60 A | 60 A |
| Battery voltage | 12/24/36/48 V | 12/24/36/48 V |
| Lithium profile | Yes | - |
| Custom profile | - | Yes |
| Temperature sensor | Included | Included |
| Peak efficiency | 97% | 99% |
| Standby draw | 12 mA | - |
| Inputs | ||
| Max PV voltage (Voc) | 150 V | 150 V |
| Max PV power (12 V) | 900 W | 800 W |
| Max PV power (48 V) | 3,200 W | - |
| Monitoring and build | ||
| Bluetooth | Built in | No |
| Display | Yes | No |
| Load output | Yes | No |
| Cooling | passive (die-cast aluminum case) | passive (no fans) |
| Water resistance | IP32 | IP20 |
| Dimensions | 280 x 210 x 102.7 mm | 29.1 x 13.0 x 14.2 cm (11.4 x 5.1 x 5.6 in) |
| Weight | 10 lb | 9.2 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 5 years |
| Released | 2023-09 | 2012-11 |