Xantrex Freedom XC 2000
#12 in Inverter-chargersFull review
A light, listed 2000 W inverter-charger that suits most mid-size RVs and boats. It handles kitchen appliances and refills the battery on shore power.
Amazon $912.21$912.21
The Xantrex Freedom XC 2000 is the better 12V inverter overall, rated 3.8 to 3.5. The Xantrex Freedom XC 2000 leads on safety listing and features. The Rich Solar NOVA SUPERCHARGER 2K 12V wins on value. The Rich Solar NOVA SUPERCHARGER 2K 12V costs $262.22 less ($649.99 vs $912.21).
Rich Solar NOVA SUPERCHARGER 2K 12V
#21 in Inverter-chargersFull review
An all-in-one RV or boat inverter-charger that recharges a lithium bank quickly on shore power. Plan on buying the remote.
Rich Solar $649.99$649.99
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 XC 2000 for safety listing (ETL listed to CSA C22.2 No. 107.1 and UL 458 with marine supplement vs no UL 458 or UL 1741 listing stated) and features (optional remote, app add-on, lithium charge profile, hardwire terminal, display vs optional remote, app add-on, lithium charge profile, hardwire terminal).
- Choose the Rich Solar NOVA SUPERCHARGER 2K 12V for value ($0.33 per continuous watt vs $0.46 per continuous watt).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every inverter-chargers 12V inverter; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Xantrex Freedom XC 2000 | Rich Solar NOVA SUPERCHARGER 2K 12V |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 30% | 73 $0.46 per continuous watt | 90 $0.33 per continuous watt |
| Idle draw 15% | 50 idle draw not published (neutral score used) | 50 idle draw not published (neutral score used) |
| Safety listing 15% | 100 ETL listed to CSA C22.2 No. 107.1 and UL 458 with marine supplement | 0 no UL 458 or UL 1741 listing stated |
| Warranty 15% | 25 2-year warranty | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 15% | 75 optional remote, app add-on, lithium charge profile, hardwire terminal, display | 65 optional remote, app add-on, lithium charge profile, hardwire terminal |
| Efficiency 10% | 67 91% peak efficiency (maker rating) | 67 91% peak efficiency (maker rating) |
Specifications
| Xantrex Freedom XC 2000 | Rich Solar NOVA SUPERCHARGER 2K 12V | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Type | Pure sine wave inverter-charger | Pure sine wave inverter-charger |
| Continuous power | 2,000 W | 2,000 W |
| Surge power | 4,000 W for 5 s | 4,000 W for 5 s |
| DC input range | 10 to 18 V | 10.5 to 18 V |
| Peak efficiency | 91% | 91% |
| Connections | ||
| AC outlets | 0 | - |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Hardwire terminal | Yes | Yes |
| USB ports | None | - |
| Transfer switch | Yes | Yes |
| Charger | 80 A | 80 A |
| Lithium charge profile | Yes | Yes |
| Parallel units | No | - |
| Control and build | ||
| Remote | Optional extra | Optional extra |
| App | Optional add-on | Optional add-on |
| Display | Yes | No |
| Safety listing | ETL listed to CSA C22.2 No. 107.1 and UL 458 with marine supplement | No |
| Cooling | load-controlled fan | - |
| Dimensions | 15.4 x 10.8 x 4.0 in (390 x 275 x 102 mm), 12.0 in wide with flanges | 15.4 x 12.0 x 4.1 in |
| Weight | 16.3 lb | 16.5 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | - |
| Released | 2017-07 | - |