Victron Blue Smart IP65 12/15
#1 in Over 5 AFull review
A long warranty, app connected charger for owners of larger lead acid or lithium batteries who value build quality over price.
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The Victron Blue Smart IP65 12/15 is the better battery charger overall, rated 3.9 to 3.7. The Victron Blue Smart IP65 12/15 leads on warranty and value. The NOCO GENIUSPRO50 wins on charge current. The Victron Blue Smart IP65 12/15 costs $724 less ($175.95 vs $899.95).
NOCO GENIUSPRO50
#4 in Over 5 AFull review
For dealerships, fleet shops and owners of large battery banks who need maximum charge current and a heavy duty programming supply. Everyone else is better served by a 10 or 25 A charger.
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Prices were last checked October 31, 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 Blue Smart IP65 12/15 for warranty (5-year warranty vs 3-year warranty) and value ($11.73 per amp ($175.95, 15 A) vs $18 per amp ($899.95, 50 A)).
- Choose the NOCO GENIUSPRO50 for charge current (50 A vs 15 A).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every over 5 A battery charger; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Victron Blue Smart IP65 12/15 | NOCO GENIUSPRO50 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Value 35% | 47 $11.73 per amp ($175.95, 15 A) | 25 $18 per amp ($899.95, 50 A) |
| Charge current 20% | 41 15 A | 100 50 A |
| Features 25% | 100 lithium mode, temperature compensation, repair mode, power supply mode | 100 lithium mode, temperature compensation, repair mode, power supply mode |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Victron Blue Smart IP65 12/15 | NOCO GENIUSPRO50 | |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Charge current | 15 A | 50 A |
| Voltage | 12 V | 6/12/24 V |
| Largest battery | 150 Ah | 2,000 Ah |
| Lithium mode | Yes | Yes |
| AGM mode | No | - |
| Temperature compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Repair mode | Yes | Yes |
| Power supply mode | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Ingress rating | IP65 | IP20 |
| Weight | 2 lb | 5 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |
| Released | - | 2020-12-08 |