Renogy PUH 2000W with Transfer Switch
A 2000 W inverter with automatic changeover for RVs that want appliances to keep running when shore power drops. You still need a separate charger.
Amazon $364.99$364.99
The Renogy PUH 2000W with Transfer Switch is the better 12V inverter overall, rated 3.8 to 3.4. The Renogy PUH 2000W with Transfer Switch leads on value and features. The Go Power! SSW-1800-12-HW wins on idle draw, warranty and efficiency. The Renogy PUH 2000W with Transfer Switch costs $187.94 less ($364.99 vs $552.93).
Go Power! SSW-1800-12-HW
#19 in 1,100 to 2,000 WFull review
For RVs building around Go Power’s PowerTrak system that want an efficient 1800 W inverter with very low powersave draw.
Amazon $552.93$552.93
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 Renogy PUH 2000W with Transfer Switch for value ($0.18 per continuous watt vs $0.31 per continuous watt) and features (remote included, app, transfer switch, hardwire terminal vs optional remote, hardwire terminal; no app).
- Choose the Go Power! SSW-1800-12-HW for idle draw (1 A idle (about 12 W) with nothing plugged in vs 1.5 A idle (about 18 W) with nothing plugged in), warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and efficiency (93% peak efficiency (maker rating) vs 92% peak efficiency (maker rating)).
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 | Renogy PUH 2000W with Transfer Switch | Go Power! SSW-1800-12-HW |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 74 $0.18 per continuous watt | 40 $0.31 per continuous watt |
| Idle draw 15% | 33 1.5 A idle (about 18 W) with nothing plugged in | 67 1 A idle (about 12 W) with nothing plugged in |
| Safety listing 15% | 100 UL certified to UL 458 and CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-01 | 100 UL Listed (product page); UL 458 mark on the spec sheet |
| Warranty 15% | 0 1-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
| Features 15% | 95 remote included, app, transfer switch, hardwire terminal | 28 optional remote, hardwire terminal; no app |
| Efficiency 10% | 78 92% peak efficiency (maker rating) | 89 93% peak efficiency (maker rating) |
Specifications
| Renogy PUH 2000W with Transfer Switch | Go Power! SSW-1800-12-HW | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Type | Pure sine wave inverter | Pure sine wave inverter |
| Continuous power | 2,000 W | 1,800 W |
| Surge power | 4,000 W for 2 s | 3,600 W for 2 s |
| DC input range | 11 to 15.5 V | 10.8 to 16 V |
| Idle draw | 1.5 A (18 W) | 1 A (12 W) |
| Power-saving draw | - | 0.2 A |
| Peak efficiency | 92% | 93% |
| Connections | ||
| AC outlets | 2 | 0 |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | No |
| Hardwire terminal | Yes | Yes |
| USB ports | 1 | None |
| Transfer switch | Yes | No |
| Parallel units | No | No |
| Control and build | ||
| Remote | Included | Optional extra |
| App | Built in | No |
| Display | - | No |
| Safety listing | UL certified to UL 458 and CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-01 | UL Listed (product page); UL 458 mark on the spec sheet |
| Cooling | fan | - |
| Dimensions | 18.3 x 9.9 x 3.8 in | 419 x 228 x 104 mm (16.5 x 9.0 x 4.1 in) |
| Weight | 12.8 lb | 16.2 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years |