Victron Phoenix 12/1600
The largest VE.Direct model, sized for a microwave or kettle in a van or boat. It is the only Victron 120 V inverter between 1,200 VA and 3,000 VA.
The Victron Phoenix 12/1600 is the better 12V inverter overall, rated 3.7 to 3.5. The Victron Phoenix 12/1600 leads on safety listing. The EDECOA 1500W Pure Sine (12V) wins on idle draw and features.
EDECOA 1500W Pure Sine (12V)
A plain, low-idle 1500 W inverter for light RV and solar loads. Its brief surge and missing listing make it a weaker pick for motors and permanent installs.
EDECOA $200$200
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 Phoenix 12/1600 for safety listing (LabTest certified to UL 458 (certificate LC20760-1) vs no UL 458 or UL 1741 listing stated).
- Choose the EDECOA 1500W Pure Sine (12V) for idle draw (0.8 A idle (about 9.6 W) with nothing plugged in vs 1.2 A idle (about 14 W) with nothing plugged in) and features (remote included, display; no app vs optional remote, app add-on; no hardwire terminal).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 1,100 to 2,000 W 12V inverter; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Victron Phoenix 12/1600 | EDECOA 1500W Pure Sine (12V) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 30% | 50 no current price (neutral score used) | 88 $0.13 per continuous watt |
| Idle draw 15% | 55 1.2 A idle (about 14 W) with nothing plugged in | 80 0.8 A idle (about 9.6 W) with nothing plugged in |
| Safety listing 15% | 100 LabTest certified to UL 458 (certificate LC20760-1) | 0 no UL 458 or UL 1741 listing stated |
| Warranty 15% | 100 5-year warranty | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 15% | 25 optional remote, app add-on; no hardwire terminal | 42 remote included, display; no app |
| Efficiency 10% | 67 91% peak efficiency (maker rating) | 50 efficiency not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Victron Phoenix 12/1600 | EDECOA 1500W Pure Sine (12V) | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Type | Pure sine wave inverter | Pure sine wave inverter |
| Continuous power | 1,500 W | 1,500 W |
| Surge power | 2,100 W for 15 s | 3,000 W for 100 ms |
| DC input range | 9.2 to 17 V | 10 to 15 V |
| Idle draw | 1.2 A (14 W) | 0.8 A (9.6 W) |
| Power-saving draw | 0.1 A | - |
| Peak efficiency | 91% | - |
| Connections | ||
| AC outlets | 2 | - |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | - |
| Hardwire terminal | No | - |
| USB ports | None | 2 |
| Transfer switch | No | No |
| Parallel units | No | No |
| Control and build | ||
| Remote | Optional extra | Included |
| App | Optional add-on | No |
| Display | No | Yes |
| Safety listing | LabTest certified to UL 458 (certificate LC20760-1) | No |
| Cooling | fan | load-controlled fan |
| Dimensions | 117 x 231 x 395 mm (4.6 x 9.1 x 15.6 in) | 30 x 15 x 13 cm |
| Weight | 18 lb | 7.3 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | - |