Victron SmartSolar MPPT 250/100-Tr
#5 in MPPT solarFull review
For large 48 V off-grid homes with long or high-voltage strings that want 100 A from one controller. The top of Victron’s screw-terminal range.
Amazon DRSA $643.45$643.45
The Victron SmartSolar MPPT 250/100-Tr is the better charge controller overall, rated 4.3 to 3.2. The Victron SmartSolar MPPT 250/100-Tr leads on value and features. The Victron SmartSolar MPPT 250/100-Tr costs $1,316.55 less ($643.45 vs $1,960).
MidNite Barcelona
#37 in MPPT solarFull review
For big off-grid or backup systems on a 48 V bank with long high-voltage strings. Overkill for small arrays.
Amazon $1,960$1,960
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 Victron SmartSolar MPPT 250/100-Tr for value ($6.43 per amp of charge current vs $9.80 per amp of charge current) and features (Bluetooth app, lithium profile, temperature sensor, 250 V PV input; no temperature sensor vs Bluetooth app, temperature sensor, 600 V PV input; no lithium profile).
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 250/100-Tr | MidNite Barcelona |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 35% | 48 $6.43 per amp of charge current | 3 $9.80 per amp of charge current |
| Features 25% | 90 Bluetooth app, lithium profile, temperature sensor, 250 V PV input; no temperature sensor | 75 Bluetooth app, temperature sensor, 600 V PV input; no lithium profile |
| Efficiency 20% | 100 99% peak efficiency (maker rating) | 50 efficiency not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 100 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| Victron SmartSolar MPPT 250/100-Tr | MidNite Barcelona | |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Type | MPPT solar charge controller | MPPT solar charge controller |
| Charge current | 100 A | 200 A |
| Battery voltage | 12/24/36/48 V | 48 V |
| Lithium profile | Yes | - |
| Custom profile | Yes | Yes |
| Temperature sensor | Optional extra | Included |
| Peak efficiency | 99% | - |
| Standby draw | 35 mA | - |
| Inputs | ||
| Max PV voltage (Voc) | 250 V | 600 V |
| Max PV power (12 V) | 1,450 W | - |
| Max PV power (48 V) | 5,800 W | - |
| Monitoring and build | ||
| Bluetooth | Built in | Built in |
| Display | No | Yes |
| Load output | No | No |
| Parallel units | Yes | Yes |
| Cooling | passive (no fan) | fan |
| Water resistance | IP43 (electronics), IP22 (connection area) | - |
| Dimensions | 216 x 295 x 103 mm | 21 x 12-15/16 x 9 in |
| Weight | 9.9 lb | - |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Released | 2020-04 | - |