The Xantrex Freedom XC Pro 3000 is the better 12V inverter overall, rated 3.7 to 3.2. The Xantrex Freedom XC Pro 3000 leads on safety listing, efficiency and features. The AIMS Power 3000W Inverter Charger wins on value and warranty. The AIMS Power 3000W Inverter Charger costs $518.46 less ($988.53 vs $1,506.99).
One of the lightest listed 3000 W inverter-chargers, for RVs that want to run an air conditioner and charge a big lithium bank fast. Worth the price over the Freedom SW unless you need stacking.
Amazon $1,506.99A low-cost 3000 W low-frequency inverter-charger for off-grid cabins and backup systems with big motor loads. The idle draw and lack of a listing make it a poor fit for a van or RV with a small battery.
Amazon $988.53Prices 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 | Xantrex Freedom XC Pro 3000 | AIMS Power 3000W Inverter Charger |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 66 $0.50 per continuous watt | 89 $0.33 per continuous watt |
| Idle draw 15% | 50 idle draw not published (neutral score used) | 0 4.6 A idle (about 55 W) with nothing plugged in |
| Safety listing 15% | 100 ETL listed to CSA 107.1, UL 458 and UL 458 Marine Supplement | 0 no UL 458 or UL 1741 listing stated |
| Warranty 15% | 25 2-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
| Features 15% | 75 optional remote, app add-on, lithium charge profile, hardwire terminal, display | 65 optional remote, app add-on, lithium charge profile, hardwire terminal |
| Efficiency 10% | 67 91% peak efficiency (maker rating) | 33 88% peak efficiency (maker rating) |
| Xantrex Freedom XC Pro 3000 | AIMS Power 3000W Inverter Charger | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Type | Pure sine wave inverter-charger | Pure sine wave inverter-charger |
| Continuous power | 3,000 W | 3,000 W |
| Surge power | 6,000 W for 5 s | 9,000 W for 20 s |
| DC input range | 10.1 to 18 V | 10 to 16 V |
| Idle draw | - | 4.6 A (55 W) |
| Power-saving draw | - | 1.8 A |
| Peak efficiency | 91% | 88% |
| Connections | ||
| AC outlets | 0 | 2 |
| GFCI outlets | No | Yes |
| Hardwire terminal | Yes | Yes |
| USB ports | None | None |
| Transfer switch | Yes | Yes |
| Charger | 150 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 | Yes | No |
| Safety listing | ETL listed to CSA 107.1, UL 458 and UL 458 Marine Supplement | No |
| Cooling | load-controlled fan | load-controlled fan |
| Dimensions | 15.4 x 10.8 x 4.9 in (390 x 275 x 125 mm), 12.0 in wide with flanges | 16.48 x 8.74 x 7.1 in |
| Weight | 18.6 lb | 58 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years |
| Released | 2020-04 | - |
