Victron MultiPlus Compact 12/2000 120V
A proven RV and boat inverter-charger with a higher surge rating than the newer MultiPlus 12/2000. Worth it if you start motor loads; otherwise the newer model is cheaper.
Amazon DRSA $904.40$904.40
The Victron MultiPlus Compact 12/2000 120V and the Victron MultiPlus 12/3000 120V are evenly matched, rated 4.3 and 4.3. The Victron MultiPlus Compact 12/2000 120V leads on idle draw. The Victron MultiPlus 12/3000 120V wins on value and efficiency. The Victron MultiPlus Compact 12/2000 120V costs $264.35 less ($904.40 vs $1,168.75).
Victron MultiPlus 12/3000 120V
The long-running workhorse for 12 V RVs and boats that want to cook on battery power. The MultiPlus-II 12/3000 does the same job with lower idle draw for a little less money.
Amazon DRSA $1,168.75$1,168.75
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 Victron MultiPlus Compact 12/2000 120V for idle draw (0.8 A idle (about 9 W) with nothing plugged in vs 1.7 A idle (about 20 W) with nothing plugged in).
- Choose the Victron MultiPlus 12/3000 120V for value ($0.49 per continuous watt vs $0.56 per continuous watt) and efficiency (93% peak efficiency (maker rating) vs 92% peak efficiency (maker rating)).
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 | Victron MultiPlus Compact 12/2000 120V | Victron MultiPlus 12/3000 120V |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 4.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 58 $0.56 per continuous watt | 68 $0.49 per continuous watt |
| Idle draw 15% | 100 0.8 A idle (about 9 W) with nothing plugged in | 67 1.7 A idle (about 20 W) with nothing plugged in |
| Safety listing 15% | 100 LabTest certified to UL 458 (certificate LC20173-1) | 100 LabTest certified to UL 458 (17041-1S) and to UL 1741 / CSA C22.2 No. 107.1 (17030-1S) |
| Warranty 15% | 100 5-year warranty | 100 5-year warranty |
| Features 15% | 65 optional remote, app add-on, lithium charge profile, hardwire terminal | 65 optional remote, app add-on, lithium charge profile, hardwire terminal |
| Efficiency 10% | 78 92% peak efficiency (maker rating) | 89 93% peak efficiency (maker rating) |
Specifications
| Victron MultiPlus Compact 12/2000 120V | Victron MultiPlus 12/3000 120V | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Type | Pure sine wave inverter-charger | Pure sine wave inverter-charger |
| Continuous power | 1,600 W | 2,400 W |
| Surge power | 4,000 W | 6,000 W |
| DC input range | 9.5 to 17 V | 9.5 to 17 V |
| Idle draw | 0.8 A (9 W) | 1.7 A (20 W) |
| Power-saving draw | 0.2 A | 0.7 A |
| Peak efficiency | 92% | 93% |
| Connections | ||
| AC outlets | 0 | 0 |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Hardwire terminal | Yes | Yes |
| USB ports | None | None |
| Transfer switch | Yes | Yes |
| Charger | 80 A | 120 A |
| Lithium charge profile | Yes | Yes |
| Parallel units | Yes | Yes |
| Control and build | ||
| Remote | Optional extra | Optional extra |
| App | Optional add-on | Optional add-on |
| Display | No | No |
| Safety listing | LabTest certified to UL 458 (certificate LC20173-1) | LabTest certified to UL 458 (17041-1S) and to UL 1741 / CSA C22.2 No. 107.1 (17030-1S) |
| Cooling | fan | fan |
| Dimensions | 520 x 255 x 125 mm (20.5 x 10.0 x 5.0 in) | 362 x 258 x 218 mm (14.3 x 10.2 x 8.6 in) |
| Weight | 28.7 lb | 41.9 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |