Renogy 12V 60A DC-DC Charger
#6 in DC-DCFull review
For big lithium banks on a budget, where raw current matters more than features. The short warranty and thin spec sheet are the trade-off.
Amazon $202.49$202.49
The Renogy 12V 60A DC-DC Charger rates 3.5 among DC-DC charge controllers; the Morningstar TriStar MPPT 60 rates 3.2 among MPPT solar ones. The Renogy 12V 60A DC-DC Charger costs $495.51 less ($202.49 vs $698).
Morningstar TriStar MPPT 60
#11 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 22, 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.
| Factor weight | Renogy 12V 60A DC-DC Charger | Morningstar TriStar MPPT 60 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 35% | 97 $3.37 per amp of charge current | 0 $11.63 per amp of charge current |
| Features 25% | 55 lithium profile, temperature sensor, smart-alternator support; no Bluetooth | 40 temperature sensor, 150 V PV input; no Bluetooth |
| Efficiency 20% | 50 efficiency not published (neutral score used) | 100 99% peak efficiency (maker rating) |
| Warranty 20% | 0 1-year warranty | 100 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| Renogy 12V 60A DC-DC Charger | Morningstar TriStar MPPT 60 | |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Type | DC-DC charger | MPPT solar charge controller |
| Charge current | 60 A | 60 A |
| Battery voltage | 12 V | 12/24/36/48 V |
| Lithium profile | Yes | - |
| Custom profile | - | Yes |
| Temperature sensor | - | Included |
| Peak efficiency | - | 99% |
| Inputs | ||
| Max PV voltage (Voc) | - | 150 V |
| Max PV power (12 V) | - | 800 W |
| Isolated | Yes | - |
| Smart alternator | Yes | - |
| Monitoring and build | ||
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Display | - | No |
| Load output | - | No |
| Cooling | - | passive (no fans) |
| Water resistance | - | IP20 |
| Dimensions | - | 29.1 x 13.0 x 14.2 cm (11.4 x 5.1 x 5.6 in) |
| Weight | - | 9.2 lb |
| Warranty | 1 years | 5 years |
| Released | 2019-10 | - |