Samlex NTX-600-12
#19 in Up to 1,000 WFull review
For small RVs and vans that want a listed 600 W inverter for electronics and a small fridge.
2.8/5
For boats and RVs that need a listed 600 W inverter with GFCI outlets for electronics and a small fridge.
- 600 WContinuous
- 1,000 WSurge
- 0.6 AIdle draw
- YesUL listed
- 3 yearsWarranty
Check price at Amazon$315.83
Price checked October 24, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- ETL listed to UL 458 for code-compliant RV and boat installs
- GFCI outlets for galley or deck use
- Runs a TV, laptop and small fridge together
- Three-year warranty
Cons
- Idle draw of 0.6 A with no power-saving mode
- No hardwire terminal for a subpanel
The Samlex PST family
Every Samlex PST model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own size.
| Model | Continuous | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samlex PST-120-12 | 120 W | 2.2/5 | $206.29 |
| Samlex PST-150-12 | 150 W | 2.7/5 | - |
| Samlex PST-300-12 | 300 W | 2.7/5 | $251.80 |
| Samlex PST-600-12 (this one) | 600 W | 2.8/5 | $315.83 |
| Samlex PST-1000F-12 | 1,000 W | 3.0/5 | - |
| Samlex PST-1000-12HD | 1,000 W | 2.6/5 | $637.55 |
| Samlex PST-1500-12 | 1,500 W | 2.9/5 | $616.04 |
| Samlex PST-2000-12 | 2,000 W | 2.8/5 | $1,096.99 |
| Samlex PST-3000-12 | 3,000 W | 3.3/5 | - |
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 | PST-600-12 |
|---|---|
| Output | |
| Type | Pure sine wave inverter |
| Continuous power | 600 W |
| Surge power | 1,000 W |
| DC input range | 10.7 to 16.5 V |
| Idle draw | 0.6 A (7.2 W) |
| Peak efficiency | 85% |
| Connections | |
| AC outlets | 2 |
| GFCI outlets | Yes |
| Hardwire terminal | No |
| USB ports | None |
| Transfer switch | No |
| Parallel units | No |
| Control and build | |
| Remote | Optional extra |
| App | No |
| Display | No |
| Safety listing | Intertek ETL listed; conforms to UL 458 and certified to CSA C22.2 No. 107.1 |
| Cooling | fan |
| Dimensions | 238 x 276.2 x 82 mm (9.37 x 10.87 x 3.23 in) |
| Weight | 5.9 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years |
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Samlex PST-150-12
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