Renogy Pro 1000W Pure Sine
#2 in Up to 1,000 WFull review
A 1000 W inverter for vans and campers that leave the inverter on all day, thanks to its low idle draw and app.
Amazon $222.99$222.99
3.8/5
One of the cheapest listed 1000 W pure sine inverters, for vans, trucks and CPAP use. A plug-in unit, not for hardwiring into an RV panel.
- 1,000 WContinuous
- 2,000 WSurge
- 0.4 AIdle draw
- YesUL listed
- 2 yearsWarranty
Check price at Amazon$219
Price checked October 24, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- ETL listed to UL 458 at a budget price
- Draws under 0.4 A idle, so it can run a CPAP overnight
- Small and light at 5.3 lb
- USB port alongside two outlets
Cons
- Outlets are not GFCI protected
- No hardwire terminal or transfer switch
- Full output only up to 104 °F
The AIMS Power PWRI (ETL) family
Every AIMS Power PWRI (ETL) model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own size.
| Model | Continuous | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIMS Power 1000W Pure Sine (ETL) (this one) | 1,000 W | 3.8/5 | $219 |
| AIMS Power 2000W Pure Sine (ETL) | 2,000 W | 3.4/5 | $373 |
| AIMS Power 3000W Pure Sine (ETL) | 3,000 W | 3.7/5 | $535.33 |
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 | PWRI100012120S |
|---|---|
| Output | |
| Type | Pure sine wave inverter |
| Continuous power | 1,000 W |
| Surge power | 2,000 W |
| DC input range | 10 to 15 V |
| Idle draw | 0.4 A (4.8 W) |
| Peak efficiency | 95% |
| Connections | |
| AC outlets | 2 |
| GFCI outlets | No |
| Hardwire terminal | No |
| USB ports | 1 |
| Transfer switch | No |
| Parallel units | No |
| Control and build | |
| Remote | Optional extra |
| App | No |
| Display | No |
| Safety listing | ETL listed to UL 458 and CSA C22.2 No. 107.1 |
| Cooling | load-controlled fan |
| Dimensions | 11.53 x 5.51 x 2.91 in |
| Weight | 5.3 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years |
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#4 in Up to 1,000 WFull review
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