LiTime 1000W 12V Pure Sine

Last updated: October 24, 2026

LiTime 1000W 12V Pure Sine
3.3/5#12 of 29 in up to 1,000 W 12V inverters
3.3

A low-cost 1000 W inverter for running laptops, TVs and small kitchen gear from a LiFePO4 battery. It suits portable and DIY setups, not RV installs that need a listed unit or hardwiring.

  • 1,000 WContinuous
  • 2,000 WSurge
  • NoUL listed
  • 2 yearsWarranty
Check price at Amazon$149.99

Price checked October 24, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

Pros
  • Remote LCD shows battery voltage and load from across the van
  • USB-C and USB-A ports charge phones and laptops without using an outlet
  • Light enough at about 5 lb to mount almost anywhere
  • Priced well below most name-brand 1000 W inverters
Cons
  • No safety listing, only CE/FCC claims
  • Idle draw isn’t published, so you can’t plan overnight losses
  • No hardwire terminal for an RV outlet circuit

The LiTime 12V Pure Sine family

Every LiTime 12V Pure Sine model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own size.

ModelContinuousRatingPrice
LiTime 1000W 12V Pure Sine (this one)1,000 W3.3/5$149.99
LiTime 2000W 12V Pure Sine2,000 W3.7/5$225.99
LiTime 3000W 12V Pure Sine3,000 W3.4/5$309.99

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 numberL12V1KW-Z
Output
TypePure sine wave inverter
Continuous power1,000 W
Surge power2,000 W
DC input range10.5 to 16 V
Peak efficiency91%
Connections
AC outlets3
GFCI outletsNo
Hardwire terminalNo
USB ports2
Transfer switchNo
Parallel unitsNo
Control and build
RemoteIncluded
AppNo
DisplayYes
Safety listingNo
Coolingfan
Dimensions10.71 x 6.24 x 4.02 in
Weight5.1 lb
Warranty2 years

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