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 3.2. The Renogy Pro 1000W Pure Sine leads on value, features and efficiency. The Xantrex PROwatt SW 1000 wins on idle draw. The Renogy Pro 1000W Pure Sine costs $126.01 less ($222.99 vs $349).
Xantrex PROwatt SW 1000
#14 in Up to 1,000 WFull review
A dependable, listed plug-in inverter for TVs, laptops and small kitchen gadgets in an RV. Check that your loads fit its real 900 W rating.
Amazon $349$349
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 value ($0.22 per continuous watt vs $0.39 per continuous watt), features (remote included, app, hardwire terminal vs optional remote, display; no app) and efficiency (92% peak efficiency (maker rating) vs 90% peak efficiency (maker rating)).
- Choose the Xantrex PROwatt SW 1000 for idle draw (0.6 A idle (about 7.2 W) with nothing plugged in vs 0.8 A idle (about 9.6 W) with nothing plugged in).
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 | Xantrex PROwatt SW 1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 79 $0.22 per continuous watt | 44 $0.39 per continuous watt |
| Idle draw 15% | 27 0.8 A idle (about 9.6 W) with nothing plugged in | 53 0.6 A idle (about 7.2 W) with nothing plugged in |
| Safety listing 15% | 100 UL 458, CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-01 (certification marks: UL, CSA) | 100 ETL listed to CSA C22.2 No. 107.1 and UL 458 with marine supplement |
| Warranty 15% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
| Features 15% | 70 remote included, app, hardwire terminal | 22 optional remote, display; no app |
| Efficiency 10% | 78 92% peak efficiency (maker rating) | 56 90% peak efficiency (maker rating) |
Specifications
| Renogy Pro 1000W Pure Sine | Xantrex PROwatt SW 1000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Type | Pure sine wave inverter | Pure sine wave inverter |
| Continuous power | 1,000 W | 900 W |
| Surge power | 2,000 W for 150 ms | 2,000 W |
| DC input range | - | 10.5 to 15.5 V |
| Idle draw | 0.8 A (9.6 W) | 0.6 A (7.2 W) |
| Peak efficiency | 92% | 90% |
| Connections | ||
| AC outlets | 2 | 2 |
| GFCI outlets | No | Yes |
| Hardwire terminal | Yes | No |
| USB ports | 1 | 1 |
| Transfer switch | No | No |
| Parallel units | No | No |
| Control and build | ||
| Remote | Included | Optional extra |
| App | Built in | No |
| Display | - | Yes |
| Safety listing | UL 458, CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-01 (certification marks: UL, CSA) | ETL listed to CSA C22.2 No. 107.1 and UL 458 with marine supplement |
| Cooling | fan | load-controlled fan |
| Dimensions | 13.46 x 8.29 x 3.8 in | 13.4 x 8.7 x 3.5 in (339 x 220 x 89 mm) |
| Weight | 6.7 lb | 7.2 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Released | - | 2009-10 |