Samlex NTX-2000-12 vs Samlex PST-2000-12

Last updated: October 24, 2026

The Samlex NTX-2000-12 is the better 12V inverter overall, rated 3.4 to 2.8. The Samlex NTX-2000-12 leads on value and efficiency. The Samlex PST-2000-12 wins on warranty. The Samlex NTX-2000-12 costs $585.11 less ($511.88 vs $1,096.99).

Samlex NTX-2000-12 vs Samlex PST-2000-12

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?

Scores side by side

Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 1,100 to 2,000 W 12V inverter; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.

Factor weightSamlex NTX-2000-12Samlex PST-2000-12
Overall rating3.4/52.8/5
Value 30%54 $0.26 per continuous watt0 $0.55 per continuous watt
Idle draw 15%67 1 A idle (about 12 W) with nothing plugged in67 1 A idle (about 12 W) with nothing plugged in
Safety listing 15%100 Intertek ETL listed; conforms to UL 458 and certified to CSA C22.2 No. 107.1100 Intertek ETL listed; conforms to UL 458 and certified to CSA C22.2 No. 107.1
Warranty 15%25 2-year warranty50 3-year warranty
Features 15%25 remote included; no app28 optional remote, hardwire terminal; no app
Efficiency 10%61 90.5% peak efficiency (maker rating)0 85% peak efficiency (maker rating)

Specifications

Samlex NTX-2000-12Samlex PST-2000-12
Output
TypePure sine wave inverterPure sine wave inverter
Continuous power2,000 W2,000 W
Surge power4,000 W for 1 s3,500 W
DC input range10.5 to 16.3 V10.7 to 16.5 V
Idle draw1 A (12 W)1 A (12 W)
Peak efficiency90.5%85%
Connections
AC outlets22
GFCI outletsYesYes
Hardwire terminalNoYes
USB portsNoneNone
Transfer switchNoNo
Parallel unitsNoNo
Control and build
RemoteIncludedOptional extra
AppNoNo
DisplayNoNo
Safety listingIntertek ETL listed; conforms to UL 458 and certified to CSA C22.2 No. 107.1Intertek ETL listed; conforms to UL 458 and certified to CSA C22.2 No. 107.1
Coolingload-controlled fanfan
Dimensions216 x 333 x 92 mm263 x 468.2 x 105.6 mm
Weight8.6 lb15.6 lb
Warranty2 years3 years

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