Victron Orion XS 1400
#2 in 40 A and upFull review
For mixed voltage setups, such as a 24 V truck charging a 12 V camper bank or a 12 V van with a 24 V house system.
Off Grid Stores $356.15$356.15
The Victron Orion XS 1400 is the better DC-DC charger overall, rated 3.9 to 3.0. The Victron Orion XS 1400 leads on warranty, value and features. The Sterling Power BB1270 70A wins on charge current. The Victron Orion XS 1400 costs $341.85 less ($356.15 vs $698).
Sterling Power BB1270 70A
#15 in 40 A and upFull review
For boats and large RVs with a big lithium bank and an alternator rated well above 90 A.
Amazon $698$698
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 Orion XS 1400 for warranty (5-year warranty vs 2-year warranty), value ($7.12 per amp ($356.15, 50 A) vs $11.63 per amp ($698, 60 A)) and features (smart alternator support, Bluetooth vs smart alternator support).
- Choose the Sterling Power BB1270 70A for charge current (60 A vs 50 A).
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 | Victron Orion XS 1400 | Sterling Power BB1270 70A |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 58 $7.12 per amp ($356.15, 50 A) | 23 $11.63 per amp ($698, 60 A) |
| Charge current 20% | 50 50 A | 100 60 A |
| Efficiency 10% | 100 98.5% peak efficiency | 67 94% peak efficiency |
| Features 20% | 50 smart alternator support, Bluetooth | 25 smart alternator support |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Victron Orion XS 1400 | Sterling Power BB1270 70A | |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Charge current | 50 A | 60 A |
| Input battery | 12/24 V | 12 V |
| Output battery | 12/24 V | 12 V |
| LiFePO4 profile | Yes | Yes |
| Smart alternator support | Yes | Yes |
| Peak efficiency | 98.5% | 94% |
| Isolated | No | - |
| Solar | ||
| Solar input | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Bluetooth | Yes | No |
| Ingress rating | IP65 | - |
| Weight | 1.1 lb | 2.2 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 2 years |