Victron MultiPlus Compact 12/2000 120V
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 $904.40$904.40
The Victron MultiPlus Compact 12/2000 120V is the better 12V inverter overall, rated 4.3 to 3.8. The Victron MultiPlus Compact 12/2000 120V leads on idle draw and warranty. The Victron MultiPlus Compact 12/2000 120V costs $164.60 less ($904.40 vs $1,069).
AIMS Power 2000W Inverter Charger (ETL)
#13 in Inverter-chargersFull review
A listed low-frequency inverter-charger for cabins, backup and RVs with hard-starting motor loads. It is heavy and idles high, but few listed units surge this long.
Amazon $1,069$1,069
Prices were last checked October 24, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Victron MultiPlus Compact 12/2000 120V for idle draw (0.8 A idle (about 9 W) with nothing plugged in vs 2.3 A idle (about 28 W) with nothing plugged in) and warranty (5-year warranty vs 3-year warranty).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every inverter-chargers 12V inverter; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Victron MultiPlus Compact 12/2000 120V | AIMS Power 2000W Inverter Charger (ETL) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 58 $0.56 per continuous watt | 62 $0.53 per continuous watt |
| Idle draw 15% | 100 0.8 A idle (about 9 W) with nothing plugged in | 40 2.3 A idle (about 28 W) with nothing plugged in |
| Safety listing 15% | 100 LabTest certified to UL 458 (certificate LC20173-1) | 100 ETL listed to UL 458 and CSA C22.2 No. 107.1 |
| Warranty 15% | 100 5-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
| Features 15% | 65 optional remote, app add-on, lithium charge profile, hardwire terminal | 65 optional remote, app add-on, lithium charge profile, hardwire terminal |
| Efficiency 10% | 78 92% peak efficiency (maker rating) | 78 92% peak efficiency (maker rating) |
Specifications
| Victron MultiPlus Compact 12/2000 120V | AIMS Power 2000W Inverter Charger (ETL) | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Type | Pure sine wave inverter-charger | Pure sine wave inverter-charger |
| Continuous power | 1,600 W | 2,000 W |
| Surge power | 4,000 W | 6,000 W for 20 s |
| DC input range | 9.5 to 17 V | 10 to 16 V |
| Idle draw | 0.8 A (9 W) | 2.3 A (28 W) |
| Power-saving draw | 0.2 A | 1.1 A |
| Peak efficiency | 92% | 92% |
| Connections | ||
| AC outlets | 0 | 2 |
| GFCI outlets | No | Yes |
| Hardwire terminal | Yes | Yes |
| USB ports | None | None |
| Transfer switch | Yes | Yes |
| Charger | 80 A | 70 A |
| Lithium charge profile | Yes | Yes |
| Parallel units | Yes | No |
| Control and build | ||
| Remote | Optional extra | Optional extra |
| App | Optional add-on | Optional add-on |
| Display | No | No |
| Safety listing | LabTest certified to UL 458 (certificate LC20173-1) | ETL listed to UL 458 and CSA C22.2 No. 107.1 |
| Cooling | fan | load-controlled fan |
| Dimensions | 520 x 255 x 125 mm (20.5 x 10.0 x 5.0 in) | 15.35 x 11 x 7 in |
| Weight | 28.7 lb | 47.4 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |
| Released | - | 2015-09 |