Morningstar TriStar MPPT 45 vs Victron Orion XS 12/12-50

The Victron Orion XS 12/12-50 rates 4.5 among DC-DC charge controllers; the Morningstar TriStar MPPT 45 rates 3.2 among MPPT solar ones. The Victron Orion XS 12/12-50 costs $229.90 less ($328.10 vs $558).

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.

Scores side by side

These two sit in different type classes (DC-DC and MPPT solar), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own type peers. How we rank explains each factor.

Specifications

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