A popular 40 A controller for 12/24 V RV and cabin systems with up to about 520 W of panels. Budget for the BT-2 module if you want app monitoring.
Amazon $169.99 Off Grid Stores $161.16The Renogy Rover 40A is the better charge controller overall, rated 4.0 to 3.7. The Renogy Rover 40A leads on value. The Renogy Rover 60A wins on features. The Renogy Rover 40A costs $208.83 less ($161.16 vs $369.99).
A rugged 60 A controller for larger 24 V or 48 V cabin and RV arrays. The Rover Lite 60A costs much less if you don’t need the load output.
Amazon $369.99Prices 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 Rover 40A for value ($4.03 per amp of charge current vs $6.17 per amp of charge current).
- Choose the Renogy Rover 60A for features (Bluetooth add-on, lithium profile, temperature sensor; 140 V PV limit vs Bluetooth add-on, lithium profile, temperature sensor; 100 V PV limit).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every MPPT solar charge controller; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Renogy Rover 40A | Renogy Rover 60A |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Value 35% | 80 $4.03 per amp of charge current | 51 $6.17 per amp of charge current |
| Features 25% | 69 Bluetooth add-on, lithium profile, temperature sensor; 100 V PV limit | 80 Bluetooth add-on, lithium profile, temperature sensor; 140 V PV limit |
| Efficiency 20% | 75 98% peak efficiency (maker rating) | 75 98% peak efficiency (maker rating) |
| Warranty 20% | 50 3-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Renogy Rover 40A | Renogy Rover 60A | |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Type | MPPT solar charge controller | MPPT solar charge controller |
| Charge current | 40 A | 60 A |
| Battery voltage | 12/24 V | 12/24/36/48 V |
| Lithium profile | Yes | Yes |
| Temperature sensor | Included | Included |
| Peak efficiency | 98% | 98% |
| Standby draw | 100 mA | - |
| Inputs | ||
| Max PV voltage (Voc) | 100 V | 140 V |
| Max PV power (12 V) | 520 W | 800 W |
| Monitoring and build | ||
| Bluetooth | Optional add-on | Optional add-on |
| Display | Yes | Yes |
| Load output | - | Yes |
| Cooling | - | passive |
| Water resistance | IP32 | IP32 |
| Dimensions | 9.38 x 6.78 x 3.05 in | 285 x 205 x 102 mm |
| Weight | - | 7.9 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Released | 2025-09 | 2025-07 |
