Rich Solar NOVA PURE 3K 12V
#4 in Over 2,000 WFull review
A safety-listed 3000 W inverter at a budget price, for RVs and cabins with a large 12 V battery bank.
Rich Solar $399.99$399.99
The Rich Solar NOVA PURE 3K 12V rates 3.7 among over 2,000 W 12V inverters; the Rich Solar NOVA SWITCH 2K 12V rates 3.2 among 1,100 to 2,000 W ones. The Rich Solar NOVA PURE 3K 12V costs $70 less ($399.99 vs $469.99).
Rich Solar NOVA SWITCH 2K 12V
#24 in 1,100 to 2,000 WFull review
For RVs and vans that want an inverter with automatic shore-power transfer and already charge the battery another way.
Rich Solar $469.99$469.99
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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different size classes (over 2,000 W and 1,100 to 2,000 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 | Rich Solar NOVA PURE 3K 12V | Rich Solar NOVA SWITCH 2K 12V |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 83 $0.13 per continuous watt | 60 $0.23 per continuous watt |
| Idle draw 15% | 44 2 A idle (about 24 W) with nothing plugged in | 50 idle draw not published (neutral score used) |
| Safety listing 15% | 100 ETL listed (Intertek) to UL 458 and CSA C22.2 No. 107.1 | 0 no UL 458 or UL 1741 listing stated |
| Warranty 15% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 15% | 40 remote included, hardwire terminal; no app | 65 optional remote, app add-on, transfer switch, hardwire terminal |
| Efficiency 10% | 33 88% peak efficiency (maker rating) | 67 91% peak efficiency (maker rating) |
Specifications
| Rich Solar NOVA PURE 3K 12V | Rich Solar NOVA SWITCH 2K 12V | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Type | Pure sine wave inverter | Pure sine wave inverter |
| Continuous power | 3,000 W | 2,000 W |
| Surge power | 6,000 W | 4,000 W for 5 s |
| DC input range | 10 to 16.5 V | 10.5 to 18 V |
| Idle draw | 2 A (24 W) | - |
| Peak efficiency | 88% | 91% |
| Connections | ||
| AC outlets | 3 | - |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | No |
| Hardwire terminal | Yes | Yes |
| USB ports | 1 | - |
| Transfer switch | No | Yes |
| Parallel units | No | - |
| Control and build | ||
| Remote | Included | Optional extra |
| App | No | Optional add-on |
| Display | No | No |
| Safety listing | ETL listed (Intertek) to UL 458 and CSA C22.2 No. 107.1 | No |
| Cooling | load-controlled fan | - |
| Dimensions | 18.7 x 9.6 x 4.0 in | 14.8 x 12.0 x 4.1 in |
| Weight | 12.1 lb | 15.9 lb |