A low-cost 3000 W inverter-charger for home backup or a DIY RV that wants UPS changeover and shore charging in one box. Pricier listed units make more sense for RVs that need certification.
Amazon $469.99
A low-cost 3000 W low-frequency inverter-charger for off-grid cabins and backup systems with big motor loads. The idle draw and lack of a listing make it a poor fit for a van or RV with a small battery.
- 3,000 WContinuous
- 9,000 WSurge
- 4.6 AIdle draw
- NoUL listed
- 3 yearsWarranty
Price checked October 24, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- Surges to 9,000 W for 20 seconds, enough for air conditioners and well pumps
- 100 A charger with a LiFePO4 setting and battery wake-up
- Auto generator start built in
- Three-year warranty
- Draws about 4.6 A idle, 1.8 A in power-save mode, a heavy drain on a small bank
- Not safety listed
- Heavy at 58 lb
The AIMS Power PICOGLF family
Every AIMS Power PICOGLF model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own size.
| Model | Continuous | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIMS Power 2000W Inverter Charger (ETL) | 2,000 W | 3.8/5 | $1,069 |
| AIMS Power 3000W Inverter Charger (this one) | 3,000 W | 3.2/5 | $988.53 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 6 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its size. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | PICOGLF30W12V120VR |
|---|---|
| Output | |
| Type | Pure sine wave inverter-charger |
| Continuous power | 3,000 W |
| Surge power | 9,000 W for 20 s |
| DC input range | 10 to 16 V |
| Idle draw | 4.6 A (55 W) |
| Power-saving draw | 1.8 A |
| Peak efficiency | 88% |
| Connections | |
| AC outlets | 2 |
| GFCI outlets | Yes |
| Hardwire terminal | Yes |
| USB ports | None |
| Transfer switch | Yes |
| Charger | 100 A |
| Lithium charge profile | Yes |
| Parallel units | No |
| Control and build | |
| Remote | Optional extra |
| App | Optional add-on |
| Display | No |
| Safety listing | No |
| Cooling | load-controlled fan |
| Dimensions | 16.48 x 8.74 x 7.1 in |
| Weight | 58 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years |
Alternatives in this size
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