Renogy Pro 1000W Pure Sine
#2 in Up to 1,000 WFull review
A 1000 W inverter for vans and campers that leave the inverter on all day, thanks to its low idle draw and app.
Amazon $222.99$222.99
The Renogy Pro 1000W Pure Sine is the better 12V inverter overall, rated 3.8 to 3.5. The Renogy Pro 1000W Pure Sine leads on idle draw, warranty and value. The Renogy PUH 1000W with Transfer Switch wins on features. The Renogy Pro 1000W Pure Sine costs $46.99 less ($222.99 vs $269.98).
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
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 Pro 1000W Pure Sine for idle draw (0.8 A idle (about 9.6 W) with nothing plugged in vs 1 A idle (about 12 W) with nothing plugged in), warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and value ($0.22 per continuous watt vs $0.27 per continuous watt).
- Choose the Renogy PUH 1000W with Transfer Switch for features (remote included, app, transfer switch, hardwire terminal vs remote included, app, hardwire terminal).
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 | Renogy PUH 1000W with Transfer Switch |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 30% | 79 $0.22 per continuous watt | 69 $0.27 per continuous watt |
| Idle draw 15% | 27 0.8 A idle (about 9.6 W) with nothing plugged in | 0 1 A idle (about 12 W) with nothing plugged in |
| Safety listing 15% | 100 UL 458, CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-01 (certification marks: UL, CSA) | 100 UL certified to UL 458 and CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-01 |
| Warranty 15% | 25 2-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
| Features 15% | 70 remote included, app, hardwire terminal | 95 remote included, app, transfer switch, hardwire terminal |
| Efficiency 10% | 78 92% peak efficiency (maker rating) | 78 92% peak efficiency (maker rating) |
Specifications
| Renogy Pro 1000W Pure Sine | Renogy PUH 1000W with Transfer Switch | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 for 2 s |
| DC input range | - | 11 to 15.5 V |
| Idle draw | 0.8 A (9.6 W) | 1 A (12 W) |
| Peak efficiency | 92% | 92% |
| Connections | ||
| AC outlets | 2 | 2 |
| GFCI outlets | No | Yes |
| Hardwire terminal | Yes | Yes |
| USB ports | 1 | 1 |
| Transfer switch | No | Yes |
| Parallel units | No | No |
| Control and build | ||
| Remote | Included | Included |
| App | Built in | Built in |
| Safety listing | UL 458, CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-01 (certification marks: UL, CSA) | UL certified to UL 458 and CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-01 |
| Cooling | fan | fan |
| Dimensions | 13.46 x 8.29 x 3.8 in | 15.3 x 8.1 x 3.8 in |
| Weight | 6.7 lb | 8.2 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |