A low cost standalone converter for owners who are comfortable setting a charge voltage by hand. Its high output suits a large lithium bank.
Amazon $149The PowerMax PM4-75 is the better RV converter charger overall, rated 3.9 to 3.7. The PowerMax PM4-75 leads on value. The Progressive Dynamics PD9380V wins on features and output. The PowerMax PM4-75 costs $141 less ($149 vs $290).
The pick for an RV owner who wants a lithium ready deck mount converter with a remote pendant in the box. Its 80 A output suits a big lithium bank.
Amazon $290Prices were last checked November 2, 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 PowerMax PM4-75 for value ($1.99 per amp ($149, 75 A) vs $3.62 per amp ($290, 80 A)).
- Choose the Progressive Dynamics PD9380V for features (lithium mode, multi-stage charging, fan runs only as needed, remote or display vs lithium mode, multi-stage charging, fan runs only as needed) and output (80 A vs 75 A).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every standalone RV converter charger; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | PowerMax PM4-75 | Progressive Dynamics PD9380V |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Value 35% | 83 $1.99 per amp ($149, 75 A) | 47 $3.62 per amp ($290, 80 A) |
| Output 10% | 90 75 A | 100 80 A |
| Features 30% | 80 lithium mode, multi-stage charging, fan runs only as needed | 100 lithium mode, multi-stage charging, fan runs only as needed, remote or display |
| Warranty 25% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| PowerMax PM4-75 | Progressive Dynamics PD9380V | |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Output | 75 A | 80 A |
| Lithium mode | Yes | Yes |
| Multi-stage charging | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Build | Standalone | Standalone |
| Fan runs only as needed | Yes | Yes |
| Remote or display | No | Yes |
| Weight | 8 lb | 6 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
