Go Power! GP-IC-2000-12
#20 in Inverter-chargersFull review
For 50 A RVs that want an inverter-charger able to pass both shore power legs through.
The Go Power! GP-IC-2000-12 is the better 12V inverter overall, rated 3.4 to 2.8. The Go Power! GP-IC-2000-12 leads on idle draw and warranty. The Xantrex Freedom SW 2000 wins on features.
Xantrex Freedom SW 2000
#41 in Inverter-chargersFull review
A heavy-duty inverter-charger for larger RVs that run off a generator and may want to stack two units later. The Freedom XC Pro 2000 is lighter and cheaper if you do not need stacking.
Amazon $1,749.39$1,749.39
Prices were last checked November 2, 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 Go Power! GP-IC-2000-12 for idle draw (2.1 A idle (about 25 W) with nothing plugged in vs 3 A idle (about 36 W) with nothing plugged in) and warranty (3-year warranty vs 2-year warranty).
- Choose the Xantrex Freedom SW 2000 for features (optional remote, app add-on, hardwire terminal; no lithium charge profile vs optional remote, hardwire terminal; no app).
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 | Go Power! GP-IC-2000-12 | Xantrex Freedom SW 2000 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 50 no current price (neutral score used) | 17 $0.88 per continuous watt |
| Idle draw 15% | 50 2.1 A idle (about 25 W) with nothing plugged in | 13 3 A idle (about 36 W) with nothing plugged in |
| Safety listing 15% | 100 UL certified to 458 & 1741 (with Marine Supplement) and to CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-01 | 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% | 28 optional remote, hardwire terminal; no app | 40 optional remote, app add-on, hardwire terminal; no lithium charge profile |
| Efficiency 10% | 56 90% peak efficiency (maker rating) | 56 90% peak efficiency (maker rating) |
Specifications
| Go Power! GP-IC-2000-12 | Xantrex Freedom SW 2000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Type | Pure sine wave inverter-charger | Pure sine wave inverter-charger |
| Continuous power | 2,000 W | 2,000 W |
| Surge power | 4,000 W for 100 ms | 4,000 W for 5 s |
| DC input range | 9 to 17 V | 10 to 16 V |
| Idle draw | 2.1 A (25 W) | 3 A (36 W) |
| Power-saving draw | 0.4 A | 0.7 A |
| Peak efficiency | 90% | 90% |
| Connections | ||
| AC outlets | 0 | 0 |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Hardwire terminal | Yes | Yes |
| USB ports | None | None |
| Transfer switch | Yes | Yes |
| Charger | 100 A | 100 A |
| Lithium charge profile | No | No |
| Parallel units | No | Yes |
| Control and build | ||
| Remote | Optional extra | Optional extra |
| App | No | Optional add-on |
| Display | No | No |
| Safety listing | UL certified to 458 & 1741 (with Marine Supplement) and to CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-01 | ETL listed to CSA 107.1, UL 458 and UL 458 Marine Supplement |
| Cooling | fan | load-controlled fan |
| Dimensions | 349 x 321 x 205 mm | 15.25 x 13.5 x 7.75 in (387 x 343 x 197 mm) |
| Weight | 38.7 lb | 60.5 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2017-09 | 2013-04 |