Victron SmartSolar MPPT 250/60-Tr
#15 in MPPT solarFull review
For 48 V systems where the array sits far from the batteries or uses high-voltage panels. Pay the premium over the 150/60 only if you need the 250 V input.
Amazon DRSA $435.20$435.20
The Victron SmartSolar MPPT 250/60-Tr is the better charge controller overall, rated 4.1 to 3.7. The Victron SmartSolar MPPT 250/60-Tr leads on warranty, efficiency and features. The Renogy Rover 60A wins on value. The Renogy Rover 60A costs $65.21 less ($369.99 vs $435.20).
Renogy Rover 60A
#27 in MPPT solarFull review
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 $369.99$369.99
Prices were last checked October 24, 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 SmartSolar MPPT 250/60-Tr for warranty (5-year warranty vs 3-year warranty), efficiency (99% peak efficiency (maker rating) vs 98% peak efficiency (maker rating)) and features (Bluetooth app, lithium profile, temperature sensor, 250 V PV input; no temperature sensor vs Bluetooth add-on, lithium profile, temperature sensor; 140 V PV limit).
- Choose the Renogy Rover 60A for value ($6.17 per amp of charge current vs $7.25 per amp of charge current).
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 | Victron SmartSolar MPPT 250/60-Tr | Renogy Rover 60A |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Value 35% | 37 $7.25 per amp of charge current | 51 $6.17 per amp of charge current |
| Features 25% | 90 Bluetooth app, lithium profile, temperature sensor, 250 V PV input; no temperature sensor | 80 Bluetooth add-on, lithium profile, temperature sensor; 140 V PV limit |
| Efficiency 20% | 100 99% peak efficiency (maker rating) | 75 98% peak efficiency (maker rating) |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Victron SmartSolar MPPT 250/60-Tr | Renogy Rover 60A | |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Type | MPPT solar charge controller | MPPT solar charge controller |
| Charge current | 60 A | 60 A |
| Battery voltage | 12/24/36/48 V | 12/24/36/48 V |
| Lithium profile | Yes | Yes |
| Custom profile | Yes | - |
| Temperature sensor | Optional extra | Included |
| Peak efficiency | 99% | 98% |
| Standby draw | 35 mA | - |
| Inputs | ||
| Max PV voltage (Voc) | 250 V | 140 V |
| Max PV power (12 V) | 860 W | 800 W |
| Max PV power (48 V) | 3,440 W | - |
| Monitoring and build | ||
| Bluetooth | Built in | Optional add-on |
| Display | No | Yes |
| Load output | No | Yes |
| Parallel units | Yes | - |
| Cooling | passive (no fan) | passive |
| Water resistance | IP43 (electronics), IP22 (connection area) | IP32 |
| Dimensions | 185 x 250 x 95 mm | 285 x 205 x 102 mm |
| Weight | 6.6 lb | 7.9 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |
| Released | 2017-11 | 2025-07 |