A 1000 W inverter for vans and campers that leave the inverter on all day, thanks to its low idle draw and app.
Amazon $222.99The Renogy Pro 1000W Pure Sine is the better 12V inverter overall, rated 3.8 to 3.3. The Renogy Pro 1000W Pure Sine leads on safety listing and features. The Redodo 1000W 12V Pure Sine wins on value. The Redodo 1000W 12V Pure Sine costs $103 less ($119.99 vs $222.99).
A cheap way to run laptops, TVs and small appliances from a 12 V battery. With so little published data and no remote, it suits a portable battery box more than a permanent install.
Amazon $119.99Prices 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 Pro 1000W Pure Sine for safety listing (UL 458, CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-01 (certification marks: UL, CSA) vs no UL 458 or UL 1741 listing stated) and features (remote included, app, hardwire terminal vs display; no remote).
- Choose the Redodo 1000W 12V Pure Sine for value ($0.12 per continuous watt vs $0.22 per continuous watt).
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 Pro 1000W Pure Sine | Redodo 1000W 12V Pure Sine |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 79 $0.22 per continuous watt | 100 $0.12 per continuous watt |
| Idle draw 15% | 27 0.8 A idle (about 9.6 W) with nothing plugged in | 50 idle draw not published (neutral score used) |
| Safety listing 15% | 100 UL 458, CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-01 (certification marks: UL, CSA) | 0 no UL 458 or UL 1741 listing stated |
| Warranty 15% | 25 2-year warranty | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 15% | 70 remote included, app, hardwire terminal | 18 display; no remote |
| Efficiency 10% | 78 92% peak efficiency (maker rating) | 50 efficiency not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Renogy Pro 1000W Pure Sine | Redodo 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 for 150 ms | 2,000 W |
| Idle draw | 0.8 A (9.6 W) | - |
| Peak efficiency | 92% | - |
| Connections | ||
| AC outlets | 2 | 2 |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Hardwire terminal | Yes | - |
| USB ports | 1 | None |
| Transfer switch | No | No |
| Parallel units | No | No |
| Control and build | ||
| Remote | Included | No |
| App | Built in | No |
| Display | - | Yes |
| Safety listing | UL 458, CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-01 (certification marks: UL, CSA) | No |
| Cooling | fan | fan |
| Dimensions | 13.46 x 8.29 x 3.8 in | - |
| Weight | 6.7 lb | - |
| Warranty | 2 years | - |
