The AIMS Power 2000W Inverter Charger (ETL) is the better 12V inverter overall, rated 3.8 to 3.6. The AIMS Power 2000W Inverter Charger (ETL) leads on warranty, value and efficiency. The Xantrex Freedom XC Pro 2000 wins on features. The AIMS Power 2000W Inverter Charger (ETL) costs $147.32 less ($1,069 vs $1,216.32).
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 $1,069For RV builders and owners who want a listed 2000 W inverter-charger with a fast charger and RV-C integration. It costs more than the plain Freedom XC 2000.
Amazon $1,216.32Prices 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.
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 | AIMS Power 2000W Inverter Charger (ETL) | Xantrex Freedom XC Pro 2000 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Value 30% | 62 $0.53 per continuous watt | 52 $0.61 per continuous watt |
| Idle draw 15% | 40 2.3 A idle (about 28 W) with nothing plugged in | 50 idle draw not published (neutral score used) |
| Safety listing 15% | 100 ETL listed to UL 458 and CSA C22.2 No. 107.1 | 100 ETL listed to CSA 107.1, UL 458 and UL 458 Marine Supplement |
| Warranty 15% | 50 3-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
| Features 15% | 65 optional remote, app add-on, lithium charge profile, hardwire terminal | 75 optional remote, app add-on, lithium charge profile, hardwire terminal, display |
| Efficiency 10% | 78 92% peak efficiency (maker rating) | 67 91% peak efficiency (maker rating) |
| AIMS Power 2000W Inverter Charger (ETL) | Xantrex Freedom XC Pro 2000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Type | Pure sine wave inverter-charger | Pure sine wave inverter-charger |
| Continuous power | 2,000 W | 2,000 W |
| Surge power | 6,000 W for 20 s | 4,000 W for 5 s |
| DC input range | 10 to 16 V | 10.1 to 18 V |
| Idle draw | 2.3 A (28 W) | - |
| Power-saving draw | 1.1 A | - |
| Peak efficiency | 92% | 91% |
| Connections | ||
| AC outlets | 2 | 0 |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | No |
| Hardwire terminal | Yes | Yes |
| USB ports | None | None |
| Transfer switch | Yes | Yes |
| Charger | 70 A | 100 A |
| Lithium charge profile | Yes | Yes |
| Parallel units | No | No |
| Control and build | ||
| Remote | Optional extra | Optional extra |
| App | Optional add-on | Optional add-on |
| Display | No | Yes |
| Safety listing | ETL listed to UL 458 and CSA C22.2 No. 107.1 | ETL listed to CSA 107.1, UL 458 and UL 458 Marine Supplement |
| Cooling | load-controlled fan | load-controlled fan |
| Dimensions | 15.35 x 11 x 7 in | 15.4 x 10.8 x 4.9 in (390 x 275 x 125 mm), 12.0 in wide with flanges |
| Weight | 47.4 lb | 17.1 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2015-09 | 2020-04 |
