Renogy Rover Lite 60A vs Victron SmartSolar MPPT 150/60-Tr

Last updated: October 22, 2026

The Victron SmartSolar MPPT 150/60-Tr is the better charge controller overall, rated 4.1 to 3.6. The Victron SmartSolar MPPT 150/60-Tr leads on warranty and features. The Renogy Rover Lite 60A wins on value. The Renogy Rover Lite 60A costs $118.91 less ($249.99 vs $368.90).

Renogy Rover Lite 60A vs Victron SmartSolar MPPT 150/60-Tr

Prices were last checked October 22, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.

Which should you buy?

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 weightVictron SmartSolar MPPT 150/60-TrRenogy Rover Lite 60A
Overall rating4.1/53.6/5
Value 35%51 $6.15 per amp of charge current78 $4.17 per amp of charge current
Features 25%90 Bluetooth app, lithium profile, temperature sensor, 150 V PV input; no temperature sensor72 Bluetooth add-on, lithium profile, temperature sensor, 150 V PV input
Efficiency 20%75 98% peak efficiency (maker rating)50 efficiency not published (neutral score used)
Warranty 20%100 5-year warranty25 2-year warranty

Specifications

Victron SmartSolar MPPT 150/60-TrRenogy Rover Lite 60A
Charging
TypeMPPT solar charge controllerMPPT solar charge controller
Charge current60 A60 A
Battery voltage12/24/36/48 V12/24/36/48 V
Lithium profileYesYes
Custom profileYes-
Temperature sensorOptional extra-
Peak efficiency98%-
Standby draw35 mA-
Inputs
Max PV voltage (Voc)150 V150 V
Max PV power (12 V)860 W-
Monitoring and build
BluetoothBuilt inOptional add-on
DisplayNoYes
Load outputNo-
Parallel unitsYes-
Coolingpassive (no fan)-
Water resistanceIP43 (electronics), IP22 (connection area)-
Dimensions185 x 250 x 95 mm-
Weight6.6 lb-
Warranty5 years2 years

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