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 is the better 12V inverter overall, rated 3.7 to 3.2. The Xantrex Freedom XC 1000 leads on value, features and efficiency. The Samlex EVO-1212F wins on warranty. The Xantrex Freedom XC 1000 costs $536.14 less ($514.39 vs $1,050.53).
Samlex EVO-1212F
#31 in Inverter-chargersFull review
For small RVs and boats that want one listed box to invert, charge and switch shore power.
Amazon $1,050.53$1,050.53
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 1000 for value ($0.51 per continuous watt vs $0.88 per continuous watt), features (optional remote, app add-on, lithium charge profile, hardwire terminal, display vs optional remote, lithium charge profile; no app) and efficiency (91% peak efficiency (maker rating) vs 89% peak efficiency (maker rating)).
- Choose the Samlex EVO-1212F for warranty (3-year warranty vs 2-year warranty).
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 1000 | Samlex EVO-1212F |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 65 $0.51 per continuous watt | 17 $0.88 per continuous watt |
| Idle draw 15% | 50 idle draw not published (neutral score used) | 67 1.7 A idle (about 20 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 Intertek-ETL listed: certified to CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-01; conforms to UL 458 |
| Warranty 15% | 25 2-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
| Features 15% | 75 optional remote, app add-on, lithium charge profile, hardwire terminal, display | 38 optional remote, lithium charge profile; no app |
| Efficiency 10% | 67 91% peak efficiency (maker rating) | 44 89% peak efficiency (maker rating) |
Specifications
| Xantrex Freedom XC 1000 | Samlex EVO-1212F | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Type | Pure sine wave inverter-charger | Pure sine wave inverter-charger |
| Continuous power | 1,000 W | 1,200 W |
| Surge power | 2,000 W for 5 s | 2,400 W for 100 ms |
| DC input range | 10 to 18 V | 9.1 to 17 V |
| Idle draw | - | 1.7 A (20 W) |
| Power-saving draw | - | 0.7 A |
| Peak efficiency | 91% | 89% |
| Connections | ||
| AC outlets | 0 | 2 |
| GFCI outlets | No | Yes |
| Hardwire terminal | Yes | No |
| USB ports | None | None |
| Transfer switch | Yes | Yes |
| Charger | 50 A | 60 A |
| Lithium charge profile | Yes | Yes |
| Parallel units | No | No |
| Control and build | ||
| Remote | Optional extra | Optional extra |
| App | Optional add-on | No |
| Display | Yes | No |
| Safety listing | ETL listed to CSA C22.2 No. 107.1 and UL 458 with marine supplement | Intertek-ETL listed: certified to CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-01; conforms to UL 458 |
| 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 | 324 x 415 x 148 mm |
| Weight | 13.4 lb | 38.8 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years |
| Released | 2017-07 | - |