Rich Solar NOVA SWITCH 2K 12V vs Xantrex Freedom XC 2000

Last updated: October 24, 2026

The Xantrex Freedom XC 2000 rates 3.8 among inverter-chargers 12V inverters; the Rich Solar NOVA SWITCH 2K 12V rates 3.2 among 1,100 to 2,000 W ones. The Rich Solar NOVA SWITCH 2K 12V costs $442.22 less ($469.99 vs $912.21).

Rich Solar NOVA SWITCH 2K 12V vs Xantrex Freedom XC 2000

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 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 weightXantrex Freedom XC 2000Rich Solar NOVA SWITCH 2K 12V
Overall rating3.8/53.2/5
Value 30%73 $0.46 per continuous watt60 $0.23 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 supplement0 no UL 458 or UL 1741 listing stated
Warranty 15%25 2-year warranty50 warranty not published (neutral score used)
Features 15%75 optional remote, app add-on, lithium charge profile, hardwire terminal, display65 optional remote, app add-on, transfer switch, hardwire terminal
Efficiency 10%67 91% peak efficiency (maker rating)67 91% peak efficiency (maker rating)

Specifications

Xantrex Freedom XC 2000Rich Solar NOVA SWITCH 2K 12V
Output
TypePure sine wave inverter-chargerPure sine wave inverter
Continuous power2,000 W2,000 W
Surge power4,000 W for 5 s4,000 W for 5 s
DC input range10 to 18 V10.5 to 18 V
Peak efficiency91%91%
Connections
AC outlets0-
GFCI outletsNoNo
Hardwire terminalYesYes
USB portsNone-
Transfer switchYesYes
Charger80 A-
Lithium charge profileYes-
Parallel unitsNo-
Control and build
RemoteOptional extraOptional extra
AppOptional add-onOptional add-on
DisplayYesNo
Safety listingETL listed to CSA C22.2 No. 107.1 and UL 458 with marine supplementNo
Coolingload-controlled fan-
Dimensions15.4 x 10.8 x 4.0 in (390 x 275 x 102 mm), 12.0 in wide with flanges14.8 x 12.0 x 4.1 in
Weight16.3 lb15.9 lb
Warranty2 years-
Released2017-07-

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