Victron Blue Smart IP65 12/10
#6 in Over 5 AFull review
A waterproof, app connected charger for RV and boat owners with lead acid or lithium house batteries up to about 100 Ah.
NAZ Solar Electric $152.15$152.15
The Victron Blue Smart IP65 12/10 is the better battery charger overall, rated 3.6 to 2.7. The Victron Blue Smart IP65 12/10 leads on warranty and features. The Schumacher SC1281 wins on value and charge current. The Schumacher SC1281 costs $62.16 less ($89.99 vs $152.15).
Schumacher SC1281
#13 in Over 5 AFull review
A garage charger for drivers who want engine start and fast boost charging in one box. Buyers who only need to keep a stored battery topped up can save weight and money with a small maintainer.
Amazon $89.99$89.99
Prices 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 Victron Blue Smart IP65 12/10 for warranty (5-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and features (lithium mode, temperature compensation, repair mode, power supply mode vs repair mode).
- Choose the Schumacher SC1281 for value ($7.50 per amp ($89.99, 12 A) vs $15.21 per amp ($152.15, 10 A)) and charge current (12 A vs 10 A).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every over 5 A battery charger; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Victron Blue Smart IP65 12/10 | Schumacher SC1281 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 35% | 34 $15.21 per amp ($152.15, 10 A) | 69 $7.50 per amp ($89.99, 12 A) |
| Charge current 20% | 12 10 A | 24 12 A |
| Features 25% | 100 lithium mode, temperature compensation, repair mode, power supply mode | 25 repair mode |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Victron Blue Smart IP65 12/10 | Schumacher SC1281 | |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Charge current | 10 A | 12 A |
| Voltage | 12 V | 6/12 V |
| Largest battery | 100 Ah | - |
| Lithium mode | Yes | - |
| AGM mode | No | No |
| Temperature compensation | Yes | No |
| Repair mode | Yes | Yes |
| Power supply mode | Yes | No |
| Engine start | - | 100 A |
| Build | ||
| Ingress rating | IP65 | - |
| Weight | 2 lb | 12.7 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 1 year |
| Released | - | 2018-06 |