ECO-WORTHY 60A MPPT Solar Charge Controller Bluetooth, 12/24/36/48V Solar Panel Regulator for Lead-Acid/Lifepo4 Battery in Solar System RV

The ECO-WORTHY Solar Charge Controller has been a solid addition to my DIY solar power bank, offering reliable performance with a few areas for improvement that are mostly for other folk without a BMS. After some testing, I've found that it effectively regulates and protects my custom battery system. The controller’s 30A capacity handles multiple solar panels with ease as I have 4 100 watts, and I’ve consistently seen efficient charging and stable voltage levels. I have not gotten it to 30A via Solar yet though, but everything has been in the green so far.One of the features is the user-friendly interface. The screen's values are very close to accurate. The LCD screen provides clear readings of voltage, current, and battery status, which I can see as very helpful if you don't have a battery management system of some kind. However, the included instructions could be more comprehensive. During setup, I had to rely on online resources to fully understand the correct settings for my battery type, which at least to me, added some unnecessary complexity.In terms of build quality, the controller feels robust, but I did notice that the mounting holes are quite small, requiring precise alignment during installation. I was just making a small DIY power bank with this, so this made the setup a bit fiddly, especially in the tight spaces. On the positive side, the controller comes with essential protections against overcharging, short-circuiting, and reverse polarity, which have worked in my testing.In my tests, I only used LiFePO4 batteries which it does support. In fact, it supports various battery types, but it’s crucial to ensure the settings are correctly configured to avoid potential issues! During my tests, I observed that it maintained a stable charge and effectively prevented overcharging, even under varying sunlight conditions. (From Rain to Heatwave)Overall, this Solar Charge Controller is a dependable choice for managing a small solar power portable system. While the setup could be more straightforward, and the instructions more detailed, its performance and features make it a worthwhile especially for my DIY Power Bank. If you’re prepared to spend a little extra time on installation and configuration, this controller offers excellent value and reliability.

For a 30amp controller the wire terminals are quite small.

I have a small travel trailer. I added 2 100-watt panels on the roof and a jack on the side to plug in additional panels. This charge controller does a good job of keeping my battery charged, and there's an aux output. I use that to keep my lithium power station charged. The two USB ports are also handy. There's a warning on the back that says it can get hot, so I mounted mine with a 3/4 inch standoff. So far, I haven't noticed any heating. One thing to note: It draws power from the battery. I originally installed it with a blocking diode to keep power from flowing back through the contoller. As near as I can tell, the controller doesn't allow backflow to the solar panels, but the aux output and USB ports will draw power from the battery when the solar panels don't supply enough.

I would give this zero stars if I could. As a 30A controller, you would think it would be built to handle appropriately robust wires. The wire ports on this unit are so small, I could not come close to connecting my 8 ga. wires. The screws that are used to tighten the connections are also so cheap, they need a small (#1) size phillips screwdriver - easy to strip. I can't comment on how it works, because I can't even install this piece of crap.

Needed a higher amp , but this is good for its rating

No issues so far. Works as advertised.

I have quite a few cheap PWM charge controllers, mostly of the 10 amp variety. This Ecoworthy is a step up in many respects, though it is significantly more costly than most of the others I have.Probably the biggest thing that sets this unit apart is that it can charge at 30A. That’s probably a big deal for some setups, though I’m not making use of it at all in my small system. But if you’re trying to get a lot of watts into a bigger battery bank in a short period of time, this will undoubtedly be useful.Another great feature this has which is lacking in most others is the data logging. While I have not yet made much use of it, I think it’s pretty handy to have a system that’ll keep track of power in and out over a period of up to 30 days. That can help you keep a longer-term view on the performance of your system without having to check on it constantly every day.I make a lot of use of the two USB ports, so that’s definitely nice to have. But it’s not exactly a unique feature among PWM charge controllers. About half of mine have either one or two USB ports.One thing I’m really not fond of with this unit is the screw terminals. I found that with 10 AWG Stranded wire, the terminals need to be tightened pretty frequently. I would’ve preferred either SAE or MC4 Connectors on the PV side, and SAE or XT60 on the battery side. I do have one other PWM charge controller that uses SAE connectors, and it’s just so much more convenient, Not to mention, gives me more peace of mind since I’m not worrying about this screw terminals loosening.4/5 stars. I really do like this PWM, but it just feels a little bit pricey for what you’re getting, despite some of the unique features. At $50, you’re within a stone’s throw of a Victron MPPT charge controller.

Don’t buy this one. Buy A 60 amp. It’s well made. But I am going to try to send it back and get a 60 amp