Xantrex Freedom X 1000
#7 in Up to 1,000 WFull review
For RV and van owners who want a listed, hardwired 1000 W inverter with automatic shore-power transfer. It costs more than plug-in units, but it installs like an OEM part.
Amazon $397.34$397.34
The Xantrex Freedom X 1000 is the better 12V inverter overall, rated 3.5 to 3.2. The Xantrex Freedom X 1000 leads on features and efficiency. The Xantrex PROwatt SW 1000 costs $48.34 less ($349 vs $397.34).
Xantrex PROwatt SW 1000
#14 in Up to 1,000 WFull review
A dependable, listed plug-in inverter for TVs, laptops and small kitchen gadgets in an RV. Check that your loads fit its real 900 W rating.
Amazon $349$349
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 X 1000 for features (optional remote, app add-on, transfer switch, hardwire terminal, display vs optional remote, display; no app) and efficiency (91% peak efficiency (maker rating) vs 90% peak efficiency (maker rating)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every up to 1,000 W 12V inverter; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Xantrex Freedom X 1000 | Xantrex PROwatt SW 1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 42 $0.40 per continuous watt | 44 $0.39 per continuous watt |
| Idle draw 15% | 50 idle draw not published (neutral score used) | 53 0.6 A idle (about 7.2 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 ETL listed to CSA C22.2 No. 107.1 and UL 458 with marine supplement |
| Warranty 15% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
| Features 15% | 75 optional remote, app add-on, transfer switch, hardwire terminal, display | 22 optional remote, display; no app |
| Efficiency 10% | 67 91% peak efficiency (maker rating) | 56 90% peak efficiency (maker rating) |
Specifications
| Xantrex Freedom X 1000 | Xantrex PROwatt SW 1000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Type | Pure sine wave inverter | Pure sine wave inverter |
| Continuous power | 1,000 W | 900 W |
| Surge power | 2,000 W for 5 s | 2,000 W |
| DC input range | 10 to 18 V | 10.5 to 15.5 V |
| Idle draw | - | 0.6 A (7.2 W) |
| Peak efficiency | 91% | 90% |
| Connections | ||
| AC outlets | 0 | 2 |
| GFCI outlets | No | Yes |
| Hardwire terminal | Yes | No |
| USB ports | None | 1 |
| Transfer switch | Yes | No |
| Parallel units | No | No |
| Control and build | ||
| Remote | Optional extra | Optional extra |
| App | Optional add-on | No |
| Display | Yes | Yes |
| Safety listing | ETL listed to CSA C22.2 No. 107.1 and UL 458 with marine supplement | ETL listed to CSA C22.2 No. 107.1 and UL 458 with marine supplement |
| Cooling | load-controlled fan | load-controlled fan |
| Dimensions | 13.4 x 9.1 x 3.7 in (340 x 232 x 95 mm), 10.3 in wide with flanges | 13.4 x 8.7 x 3.5 in (339 x 220 x 89 mm) |
| Weight | 11.5 lb | 7.2 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2017-07 | 2009-10 |