A listed plug-in inverter for RV owners who want to run a microwave without hardwiring. Its real rating is 1,800 W, so a Freedom X 2000 suits bigger loads.
Amazon $546.73
For RVs building around Go Power’s PowerTrak system that want an efficient 1800 W inverter with very low powersave draw.
- 1,800 WContinuous
- 3,600 WSurge
- 1 AIdle draw
- YesUL listed
- 2 yearsWarranty
Price checked October 24, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- Hardwires into an RV subpanel
- Under 0.2 A in powersave, so it can stay on all day
- Over 93% efficient at typical loads
- RV-C port joins a PowerTrak or RV-C network
- Settings need the PowerTrak screen, sold separately
- Two-year warranty
The Go Power! SSW family
Every Go Power! SSW model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own size.
| Model | Continuous | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Go Power! SSW-1500-12 | 1,500 W | 3.4/5 | $455.97 |
| Go Power! SSW-1800-12-HW (this one) | 1,800 W | 3.4/5 | $552.93 |
| Go Power! SSW-2000-12 | 2,000 W | 3.4/5 | $495.99 |
| Go Power! SSW-2000-12-HW | 2,000 W | 3.4/5 | - |
| Go Power! SSW-3000-12-HW | 3,000 W | 3.4/5 | $759.16 |
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 | SSW-1800-12-HW |
|---|---|
| Output | |
| Type | Pure sine wave inverter |
| Continuous power | 1,800 W |
| Surge power | 3,600 W for 2 s |
| DC input range | 10.8 to 16 V |
| Idle draw | 1 A (12 W) |
| Power-saving draw | 0.2 A |
| Peak efficiency | 93% |
| Connections | |
| AC outlets | 0 |
| GFCI outlets | No |
| Hardwire terminal | Yes |
| USB ports | None |
| Transfer switch | No |
| Parallel units | No |
| Control and build | |
| Remote | Optional extra |
| App | No |
| Display | No |
| Safety listing | UL Listed (product page); UL 458 mark on the spec sheet |
| Dimensions | 419 x 228 x 104 mm (16.5 x 9.0 x 4.1 in) |
| Weight | 16.2 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years |
Alternatives in this size
A bare-bones 2000 W inverter for a DIY battery box or cabin where the unit sits within arm’s reach. Pay more if you want a remote, USB ports or a safety listing.
Amazon $195.99For RVs building around Go Power’s PowerTrak system that want an efficient 1500 W inverter with very low powersave draw.
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