Xantrex Freedom X 1000
#7 in Up to 1,000 WFull review
For RV and van owners who want a listed, hardwired 1000 W inverter with automatic shore-power transfer. It costs more than plug-in units, but it installs like an OEM part.
Amazon $397.34$397.34
The Xantrex Freedom X 1000 is the better 12V inverter overall, rated 3.5 to 3.4. The Xantrex Freedom X 1000 leads on features, warranty and efficiency. The Renogy P2 1000W Pure Sine wins on value. The Renogy P2 1000W Pure Sine costs $221.35 less ($175.99 vs $397.34).
Renogy P2 1000W Pure Sine
#10 in Up to 1,000 WFull review
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 $175.99$175.99
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 Xantrex Freedom X 1000 for features (optional remote, app add-on, transfer switch, hardwire terminal, display vs remote included, hardwire terminal; no app), warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and efficiency (91% peak efficiency (maker rating) vs 90% peak efficiency (maker rating)).
- Choose the Renogy P2 1000W Pure Sine for value ($0.18 per continuous watt vs $0.40 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 | Xantrex Freedom X 1000 | Renogy P2 1000W Pure Sine |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 42 $0.40 per continuous watt | 88 $0.18 per continuous watt |
| Idle draw 15% | 50 idle draw not published (neutral score used) | 0 1 A idle (about 12 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 ETL listed to UL 458 and CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-01 |
| Warranty 15% | 25 2-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
| Features 15% | 75 optional remote, app add-on, transfer switch, hardwire terminal, display | 40 remote included, hardwire terminal; no app |
| Efficiency 10% | 67 91% peak efficiency (maker rating) | 56 90% peak efficiency (maker rating) |
Specifications
| Xantrex Freedom X 1000 | Renogy P2 1000W 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 5 s | 2,000 W |
| DC input range | 10 to 18 V | 10.5 to 16.5 V |
| Idle draw | - | 1 A (12 W) |
| Peak efficiency | 91% | 90% |
| Connections | ||
| AC outlets | 0 | 2 |
| GFCI outlets | No | Yes |
| Hardwire terminal | Yes | Yes |
| USB ports | None | 1 |
| Transfer switch | Yes | No |
| Parallel units | No | No |
| Control and build | ||
| Remote | Optional extra | Included |
| 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 | ETL listed to UL 458 and CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-01 |
| Cooling | load-controlled fan | fan |
| Dimensions | 13.4 x 9.1 x 3.7 in (340 x 232 x 95 mm), 10.3 in wide with flanges | 12.9 x 6.8 x 3.3 in |
| Weight | 11.5 lb | 6 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |
| Released | 2017-07 | - |