Victron Orion XS 12/12-50
#1 in 40 A and upFull review
The best all-round alternator charger for most vans and RVs with a 12 V lithium bank. It is small, very efficient and fully configurable from a phone.
Amazon Inverters R Us $328.10$328.10
3.9/5
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.
- 50 ACharge current
- NoSolar input
- 98.5%Efficiency
- 5 yearsWarranty
Check price at Off Grid Stores$356.15
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- One unit handles 12 V to 24 V, 24 V to 12 V and same voltage charging
- 98.5% efficiency and IP65 in a 1.1 lb box
- Bluetooth, VE.Direct and a 5 year warranty
Cons
- Costs more than the 12/12 version for the same 50 A on a 12 V bank
- No solar input
- Not isolated
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its current. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | ORI242417040 |
|---|---|
| Charging | |
| Charge current | 50 A |
| Input battery | 12/24 V |
| Output battery | 12/24 V |
| LiFePO4 profile | Yes |
| Smart alternator support | Yes |
| Peak efficiency | 98.5% |
| Isolated | No |
| Solar | |
| Solar input | No |
| Build | |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Ingress rating | IP65 |
| Weight | 1.1 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years |
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