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 3.1. The LiTime 60A MPPT Bluetooth leads on value and features. The Morningstar TriStar MPPT 600V wins on warranty and efficiency. The LiTime 60A MPPT Bluetooth costs $748.01 less ($249.99 vs $998).
Morningstar TriStar MPPT 600V
#42 in MPPT solarFull review
For off-grid homes and remote sites where the array sits far from the batteries and long high-voltage strings save on copper. Overpriced for a short wire run.
NAZ Solar Electric $998$998
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 $16.63 per amp of charge current) and features (Bluetooth app, lithium profile, temperature sensor, 150 V PV input vs temperature sensor, 600 V PV input; no Bluetooth).
- Choose the Morningstar TriStar MPPT 600V for warranty (5-year warranty vs 3-year warranty) and efficiency (97.9% peak efficiency (maker rating) vs 97% peak efficiency (maker rating)).
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 600V |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 35% | 78 $4.17 per amp of charge current | 0 $16.63 per amp of charge current |
| Features 25% | 100 Bluetooth app, lithium profile, temperature sensor, 150 V PV input | 40 temperature sensor, 600 V PV input; no Bluetooth |
| Efficiency 20% | 50 97% peak efficiency (maker rating) | 73 97.9% peak efficiency (maker rating) |
| Warranty 20% | 50 3-year warranty | 100 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| LiTime 60A MPPT Bluetooth | Morningstar TriStar MPPT 600V | |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Type | MPPT solar charge controller | MPPT solar charge controller |
| Charge current | 60 A | 60 A |
| Battery voltage | 12/24/36/48 V | 24/36/48/60 V |
| Lithium profile | Yes | No |
| Custom profile | - | Yes |
| Temperature sensor | Included | Included |
| Peak efficiency | 97% | 97.9% |
| Standby draw | 12 mA | 52 mA |
| Inputs | ||
| Max PV voltage (Voc) | 150 V | 600 V |
| Max PV power (12 V) | 900 W | - |
| Max PV power (48 V) | 3,200 W | 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 (Type 1, indoor and vented) |
| Dimensions | 280 x 210 x 102.7 mm | 39.2 x 22.1 x 14.9 cm (15.4 x 8.7 x 5.9 in) |
| Weight | 10 lb | 19.8 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 5 years |
| Released | 2023-09 | 2013-11 |