Xantrex Freedom XC 2000
#12 in Inverter-chargersFull review
A light, listed 2000 W inverter-charger that suits most mid-size RVs and boats. It handles kitchen appliances and refills the battery on shore power.
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The Xantrex Freedom XC 2000 is the better 12V inverter overall, rated 3.8 to 3.4. The Xantrex Freedom XC 2000 leads on features and efficiency. The Go Power! GP-IC-2000-12 wins on warranty.
Go Power! GP-IC-2000-12
#24 in Inverter-chargersFull review
For 50 A RVs that want an inverter-charger able to pass both shore power legs through.
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 Xantrex Freedom XC 2000 for features (optional remote, app add-on, lithium charge profile, hardwire terminal, display vs optional remote, hardwire terminal; no app) and efficiency (91% peak efficiency (maker rating) vs 90% peak efficiency (maker rating)).
- Choose the Go Power! GP-IC-2000-12 for warranty (3-year warranty vs 2-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 | Xantrex Freedom XC 2000 | Go Power! GP-IC-2000-12 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 73 $0.46 per continuous watt | 50 no current price (neutral score used) |
| Idle draw 15% | 50 idle draw not published (neutral score used) | 50 2.1 A idle (about 25 W) with nothing plugged in |
| Safety listing 15% | 100 ETL listed to CSA C22.2 No. 107.1 and UL 458 with marine supplement | 100 UL certified to 458 & 1741 (with Marine Supplement) and to CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-01 |
| Warranty 15% | 25 2-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
| Features 15% | 75 optional remote, app add-on, lithium charge profile, hardwire terminal, display | 28 optional remote, hardwire terminal; no app |
| Efficiency 10% | 67 91% peak efficiency (maker rating) | 56 90% peak efficiency (maker rating) |
Specifications
| Xantrex Freedom XC 2000 | Go Power! GP-IC-2000-12 | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 5 s | 4,000 W for 100 ms |
| DC input range | 10 to 18 V | 9 to 17 V |
| Idle draw | - | 2.1 A (25 W) |
| Power-saving draw | - | 0.4 A |
| Peak efficiency | 91% | 90% |
| Connections | ||
| AC outlets | 0 | 0 |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Hardwire terminal | Yes | Yes |
| USB ports | None | None |
| Transfer switch | Yes | Yes |
| Charger | 80 A | 100 A |
| Lithium charge profile | Yes | No |
| Parallel units | No | No |
| Control and build | ||
| Remote | Optional extra | Optional extra |
| App | Optional add-on | No |
| Display | Yes | No |
| Safety listing | ETL listed to CSA C22.2 No. 107.1 and UL 458 with marine supplement | UL certified to 458 & 1741 (with Marine Supplement) and to CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-01 |
| Cooling | load-controlled fan | fan |
| Dimensions | 15.4 x 10.8 x 4.0 in (390 x 275 x 102 mm), 12.0 in wide with flanges | 349 x 321 x 205 mm |
| Weight | 16.3 lb | 38.7 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years |
| Released | 2017-07 | - |