Xantrex Freedom XC 1000
#15 in Inverter-chargersFull review
A compact, listed inverter-charger for small RVs, vans and boats that mostly run electronics. It replaces a separate converter and inverter in one box.
Amazon $514.39$514.39
The Xantrex Freedom XC 1000 rates 3.7 among inverter-chargers 12V inverters; the Renogy PUH 1000W with Transfer Switch rates 3.5 among up to 1,000 W ones. The Renogy PUH 1000W with Transfer Switch costs $244.41 less ($269.98 vs $514.39).
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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different size classes (inverter-chargers and up to 1,000 W), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own size peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Xantrex Freedom XC 1000 | Renogy PUH 1000W with Transfer Switch |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 30% | 65 $0.51 per continuous watt | 69 $0.27 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 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% | 75 optional remote, app add-on, lithium charge profile, hardwire terminal, display | 95 remote included, app, transfer switch, hardwire terminal |
| Efficiency 10% | 67 91% peak efficiency (maker rating) | 78 92% peak efficiency (maker rating) |
Specifications
| Xantrex Freedom XC 1000 | Renogy PUH 1000W with Transfer Switch | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Type | Pure sine wave inverter-charger | Pure sine wave inverter |
| Continuous power | 1,000 W | 1,000 W |
| Surge power | 2,000 W for 5 s | 2,000 W for 2 s |
| DC input range | 10 to 18 V | 11 to 15.5 V |
| Idle draw | - | 1 A (12 W) |
| Peak efficiency | 91% | 92% |
| Connections | ||
| AC outlets | 0 | 2 |
| GFCI outlets | No | Yes |
| Hardwire terminal | Yes | Yes |
| USB ports | None | 1 |
| Transfer switch | Yes | Yes |
| Charger | 50 A | - |
| Lithium charge profile | Yes | - |
| Parallel units | No | No |
| Control and build | ||
| Remote | Optional extra | Included |
| App | Optional add-on | Built in |
| Display | Yes | - |
| Safety listing | ETL listed to CSA C22.2 No. 107.1 and UL 458 with marine supplement | UL certified to UL 458 and CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-01 |
| Cooling | load-controlled fan | fan |
| Dimensions | 14.2 x 10.6 x 3.7 in (360 x 270 x 95 mm), 11.8 in wide with flanges | 15.3 x 8.1 x 3.8 in |
| Weight | 13.4 lb | 8.2 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |
| Released | 2017-07 | - |