A well-rounded inverter-charger for a mid-size RV, van or boat on 30 A shore power. UL 458 certification and PowerAssist make it an easy choice for a code-compliant install.
Amazon DRSA $861.90
The long-running workhorse for 12 V RVs and boats that want to cook on battery power. The MultiPlus-II 12/3000 does the same job with lower idle draw for a little less money.
- 2,400 WContinuous
- 6,000 WSurge
- 1.7 AIdle draw
- YesUL listed
- 5 yearsWarranty
Price checked October 24, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- Runs a microwave, coffee maker and induction plate at once
- 120 A charger refills a 300 Ah lithium bank in under three hours
- Second output keeps a water heater off the battery automatically
- Certified to both UL 458 and UL 1741
- Draws about 1.7 A idle with search mode off, high for an all-day system
- Heavy at about 42 lb
- Bluetooth needs a VE.Bus Smart dongle sold separately
The Victron MultiPlus 120V family
Every Victron MultiPlus 120V model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own size.
| Model | Continuous | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victron MultiPlus 12/500 120V | 430 W | 3.5/5 | $308.55 |
| Victron MultiPlus 12/800 120V | 700 W | 3.9/5 | $347.37 |
| Victron MultiPlus 12/1200 120V | 1,000 W | 3.9/5 | $487.05 |
| Victron MultiPlus 12/2000 120V | 1,600 W | 4.4/5 | $861.90 |
| Victron MultiPlus 12/3000 120V (this one) | 2,400 W | 4.3/5 | $1,168.75 |
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 | PMP122301102 |
|---|---|
| Output | |
| Type | Pure sine wave inverter-charger |
| Continuous power | 2,400 W |
| Surge power | 6,000 W |
| DC input range | 9.5 to 17 V |
| Idle draw | 1.7 A (20 W) |
| Power-saving draw | 0.7 A |
| Peak efficiency | 93% |
| Connections | |
| AC outlets | 0 |
| GFCI outlets | No |
| Hardwire terminal | Yes |
| USB ports | None |
| Transfer switch | Yes |
| Charger | 120 A |
| Lithium charge profile | Yes |
| Parallel units | Yes |
| Control and build | |
| Remote | Optional extra |
| App | Optional add-on |
| Display | No |
| Safety listing | LabTest certified to UL 458 (17041-1S) and to UL 1741 / CSA C22.2 No. 107.1 (17030-1S) |
| Cooling | fan |
| Dimensions | 362 x 258 x 218 mm (14.3 x 10.2 x 8.6 in) |
| Weight | 41.9 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years |
Alternatives in this size
A proven RV and boat inverter-charger with a higher surge rating than the newer MultiPlus 12/2000. Worth it if you start motor loads; otherwise the newer model is cheaper.
Amazon DRSA $904.40For big 12 V lithium builds that want to run an air conditioner without moving to 24 or 48 V. Check that your inspector accepts it before buying, since no UL certificate is published.
DRSA $1,105Compare
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