For boats, trucks and engine bay installs that need a sealed charger with solar and Bluetooth.
Amazon $399.99The Renogy PRO 50A DC-DC MPPT IP67 is the better DC-DC charger overall, rated 3.8 to 2.7. The Renogy PRO 50A DC-DC MPPT IP67 leads on warranty, value and features. The Renogy PRO 50A DC-DC MPPT IP67 costs $290.01 less ($399.99 vs $690).
For a big lithium bank in a 4x4 or truck where the charger must sit in the engine bay. Expensive for what it does.
Amazon $690Prices 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 Renogy PRO 50A DC-DC MPPT IP67 for warranty (5-year warranty vs 2-year warranty), value ($8 per amp ($399.99, 50 A) vs $13.80 per amp ($690, 50 A)) and features (solar input, smart alternator support, Bluetooth vs solar input, smart alternator support).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 40 A and up DC-DC charger; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Renogy PRO 50A DC-DC MPPT IP67 | Redarc BCDC Classic 50 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 50 $8 per amp ($399.99, 50 A) | 11 $13.80 per amp ($690, 50 A) |
| Charge current 20% | 50 50 A | 50 50 A |
| Efficiency 10% | 67 94% peak efficiency | 50 efficiency not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 20% | 75 solar input, smart alternator support, Bluetooth | 50 solar input, smart alternator support |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Renogy PRO 50A DC-DC MPPT IP67 | Redarc BCDC Classic 50 | |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Charge current | 50 A | 50 A |
| Input battery | 12/24 V | 12/24 V |
| Output battery | 12/24 V | 12 V |
| Battery types | AGM, gel, flooded, LiFePO4 | standard lead acid, calcium, gel, AGM, LiFePO4 |
| LiFePO4 profile | Yes | Yes |
| Smart alternator support | Yes | Yes |
| Peak efficiency | 94% | - |
| Solar | ||
| Solar input | MPPT, up to 750 W | MPPT |
| Max solar voltage | 50 V | 32 V |
| Build | ||
| Bluetooth | Yes | No |
| Ingress rating | IP67 | - |
| Weight | 5.5 lb | 1.5 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 2 years |
