Samlex EVO-3012
#25 in Inverter-chargersFull review
For larger RVs and boats that want a listed inverter-charger with fast lithium charging and generator support.
Amazon $2,046$2,046
The Samlex EVO-3012 is the better 12V inverter overall, rated 3.4 to 3.1. The Samlex EVO-3012 leads on value. The Samlex EVO-2212 costs $132.68 less ($1,913.32 vs $2,046).
Samlex EVO-2212
#34 in Inverter-chargersFull review
For larger RVs and boats that want a listed inverter-charger with fast lithium charging and generator support.
Amazon $1,913.32$1,913.32
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 Samlex EVO-3012 for value ($0.68 per continuous watt vs $0.87 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 | Samlex EVO-3012 | Samlex EVO-2212 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 42 $0.68 per continuous watt | 17 $0.87 per continuous watt |
| Idle draw 15% | 33 2.5 A idle (about 30 W) with nothing plugged in | 33 2.5 A idle (about 30 W) with nothing plugged in |
| Safety listing 15% | 100 ETL listed to ANSI/UL 1741 and 458 (with Marine Supplement) and CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-16 | 100 ETL listed to ANSI/UL 1741 and 458 (with Marine Supplement) and CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-16 |
| Warranty 15% | 50 3-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
| Features 15% | 52 optional remote, lithium charge profile, hardwire terminal; no app | 52 optional remote, lithium charge profile, hardwire terminal; no app |
| Efficiency 10% | 56 90% peak efficiency (maker rating) | 56 90% peak efficiency (maker rating) |
Specifications
| Samlex EVO-3012 | Samlex EVO-2212 | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Type | Pure sine wave inverter-charger | Pure sine wave inverter-charger |
| Continuous power | 3,000 W | 2,200 W |
| Surge power | 6,000 W for 100 ms | 4,400 W for 100 ms |
| DC input range | 9.1 to 17 V | 9.1 to 17 V |
| Idle draw | 2.5 A (30 W) | 2.5 A (30 W) |
| Power-saving draw | 0.7 A | 0.7 A |
| Peak efficiency | 90% | 90% |
| Connections | ||
| AC outlets | 0 | 0 |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Hardwire terminal | Yes | Yes |
| USB ports | None | None |
| Transfer switch | Yes | Yes |
| Charger | 130 A | 100 A |
| Lithium charge profile | Yes | Yes |
| Parallel units | No | No |
| Control and build | ||
| Remote | Optional extra | Optional extra |
| App | No | No |
| Display | No | No |
| Safety listing | ETL listed to ANSI/UL 1741 and 458 (with Marine Supplement) and CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-16 | ETL listed to ANSI/UL 1741 and 458 (with Marine Supplement) and CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-16 |
| Cooling | fan | fan |
| Dimensions | 325 x 426 x 207 mm | 325 x 426 x 207 mm |
| Weight | 64 lb | 59 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |