A sensible 1000 W choice for a van or truck that runs electronics, a blender or a small fridge. Its GFCI outlets and hardwire terminal suit permanent installs.
Amazon $175.99The Renogy P2 1000W Pure Sine and the LiTime 1000W 12V Pure Sine are evenly matched, rated 3.4 and 3.3. The Renogy P2 1000W Pure Sine leads on safety listing. The LiTime 1000W 12V Pure Sine wins on warranty and efficiency. The LiTime 1000W 12V Pure Sine costs $26 less ($149.99 vs $175.99).
A low-cost 1000 W inverter for running laptops, TVs and small kitchen gear from a LiFePO4 battery. It suits portable and DIY setups, not RV installs that need a listed unit or hardwiring.
Amazon $149.99Prices 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 Renogy P2 1000W Pure Sine for safety listing (ETL listed to UL 458 and CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-01 vs no UL 458 or UL 1741 listing stated).
- Choose the LiTime 1000W 12V Pure Sine for warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and efficiency (91% peak efficiency (maker rating) vs 90% peak efficiency (maker rating)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every up to 1,000 W 12V inverter; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Renogy P2 1000W Pure Sine | LiTime 1000W 12V Pure Sine |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 88 $0.18 per continuous watt | 94 $0.15 per continuous watt |
| Idle draw 15% | 0 1 A idle (about 12 W) with nothing plugged in | 50 idle draw not published (neutral score used) |
| Safety listing 15% | 100 ETL listed to UL 458 and CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-01 | 0 no UL 458 or UL 1741 listing stated |
| Warranty 15% | 0 1-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
| Features 15% | 40 remote included, hardwire terminal; no app | 35 remote included, display; no app |
| Efficiency 10% | 56 90% peak efficiency (maker rating) | 67 91% peak efficiency (maker rating) |
Specifications
| Renogy P2 1000W Pure Sine | LiTime 1000W 12V Pure Sine | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Type | Pure sine wave inverter | Pure sine wave inverter |
| Continuous power | 1,000 W | 1,000 W |
| Surge power | 2,000 W | 2,000 W |
| DC input range | 10.5 to 16.5 V | 10.5 to 16 V |
| Idle draw | 1 A (12 W) | - |
| Peak efficiency | 90% | 91% |
| Connections | ||
| AC outlets | 2 | 3 |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | No |
| Hardwire terminal | Yes | No |
| USB ports | 1 | 2 |
| Transfer switch | No | No |
| Parallel units | No | No |
| Control and build | ||
| Remote | Included | Included |
| App | No | No |
| Display | No | Yes |
| Safety listing | ETL listed to UL 458 and CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-01 | No |
| Cooling | fan | fan |
| Dimensions | 12.9 x 6.8 x 3.3 in | 10.71 x 6.24 x 4.02 in |
| Weight | 6 lb | 5.1 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years |
| Released | - | 2023-12 |
