Renogy PUH 1000W with Transfer Switch
#6 in Up to 1,000 WFull review
For a van or small RV that plugs into shore power and wants loads to stay on when it unplugs. Pair it with a separate charger.
Amazon $269.98$269.98
The Renogy PUH 1000W with Transfer Switch is the better 12V inverter overall, rated 3.5 to 3.3. The Renogy PUH 1000W with Transfer Switch leads on safety listing and features. The Redodo 1000W 12V Pure Sine wins on value. The Redodo 1000W 12V Pure Sine costs $149.99 less ($119.99 vs $269.98).
Redodo 1000W 12V Pure Sine
#11 in Up to 1,000 WFull review
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 $119.99$119.99
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 1000W with Transfer Switch for safety listing (UL certified to UL 458 and CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-01 vs no UL 458 or UL 1741 listing stated) and features (remote included, app, transfer switch, hardwire terminal vs display; no remote).
- Choose the Redodo 1000W 12V Pure Sine for value ($0.12 per continuous watt vs $0.27 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 PUH 1000W with Transfer Switch | Redodo 1000W 12V Pure Sine |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 69 $0.27 per continuous watt | 100 $0.12 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 UL certified 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 | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 15% | 95 remote included, app, transfer switch, hardwire terminal | 18 display; no remote |
| Efficiency 10% | 78 92% peak efficiency (maker rating) | 50 efficiency not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Renogy PUH 1000W with Transfer Switch | 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 2 s | 2,000 W |
| DC input range | 11 to 15.5 V | - |
| Idle draw | 1 A (12 W) | - |
| Peak efficiency | 92% | - |
| Connections | ||
| AC outlets | 2 | 2 |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | No |
| Hardwire terminal | Yes | - |
| USB ports | 1 | None |
| Transfer switch | Yes | No |
| Parallel units | No | No |
| Control and build | ||
| Remote | Included | No |
| App | Built in | No |
| Display | - | Yes |
| Safety listing | UL certified to UL 458 and CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-01 | No |
| Cooling | fan | fan |
| Dimensions | 15.3 x 8.1 x 3.8 in | - |
| Weight | 8.2 lb | - |
| Warranty | 1 year | - |