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 3.5. The Xantrex Freedom XC 1000 leads on safety listing, value and features. The Victron MultiPlus 12/500 120V wins on warranty. The Victron MultiPlus 12/500 120V costs $205.84 less ($308.55 vs $514.39).
Victron MultiPlus 12/500 120V
#23 in Inverter-chargersFull review
A small inverter-charger for a teardrop, small boat or van that plugs into shore power. It replaces a separate inverter, charger and transfer switch.
Amazon DRSA $308.55$308.55
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 safety listing (ETL listed to CSA C22.2 No. 107.1 and UL 458 with marine supplement vs no UL 458 or UL 1741 listing stated), value ($0.51 per continuous watt vs $0.72 per continuous watt) and features (optional remote, app add-on, lithium charge profile, hardwire terminal, display vs optional remote, app add-on, lithium charge profile, hardwire terminal).
- Choose the Victron MultiPlus 12/500 120V for warranty (5-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 | Victron MultiPlus 12/500 120V |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 30% | 65 $0.51 per continuous watt | 38 $0.72 per continuous watt |
| Idle draw 15% | 50 idle draw not published (neutral score used) | 100 0.5 A idle (about 6 W) with nothing plugged in |
| Safety listing 15% | 100 ETL listed to CSA C22.2 No. 107.1 and UL 458 with marine supplement | 0 no UL 458 or UL 1741 listing stated |
| Warranty 15% | 25 2-year warranty | 100 5-year warranty |
| Features 15% | 75 optional remote, app add-on, lithium charge profile, hardwire terminal, display | 65 optional remote, app add-on, lithium charge profile, hardwire terminal |
| Efficiency 10% | 67 91% peak efficiency (maker rating) | 56 90% peak efficiency (maker rating) |
Specifications
| Xantrex Freedom XC 1000 | Victron MultiPlus 12/500 120V | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Type | Pure sine wave inverter-charger | Pure sine wave inverter-charger |
| Continuous power | 1,000 W | 430 W |
| Surge power | 2,000 W for 5 s | 900 W |
| DC input range | 10 to 18 V | 9.5 to 17 V |
| Idle draw | - | 0.5 A (6 W) |
| Power-saving draw | - | 0.2 A |
| Peak efficiency | 91% | 90% |
| Connections | ||
| AC outlets | 0 | 0 |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Hardwire terminal | Yes | Yes |
| USB ports | None | None |
| Transfer switch | Yes | Yes |
| Charger | 50 A | 20 A |
| Lithium charge profile | Yes | Yes |
| Parallel units | No | Yes |
| Control and build | ||
| Remote | Optional extra | Optional extra |
| App | Optional add-on | Optional add-on |
| Display | Yes | No |
| Safety listing | ETL listed to CSA C22.2 No. 107.1 and UL 458 with marine supplement | No |
| 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 | 311 x 182 x 100 mm (12.24 x 7.17 x 3.94 in) |
| Weight | 13.4 lb | 9.7 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 5 years |
| Released | 2017-07 | - |