The Xantrex Freedom X 1200 and the Xantrex PROwatt SW 2000 are evenly matched, rated 3.4 and 3.4. The Xantrex Freedom X 1200 leads on features and efficiency. The Xantrex PROwatt SW 2000 wins on value and idle draw. The Xantrex Freedom X 1200 costs $114 less ($432.73 vs $546.73).
A listed 1200 W hardwire inverter with a transfer switch, designed for truck sleeper cabs and work vehicles. Good value if you want a permanent install with shore-power pass-through.
Amazon $432.73A listed plug-in inverter for RV owners who want to run a microwave without hardwiring. Its real rating is 1,800 W, so a Freedom X 2000 suits bigger loads.
Amazon $546.73Prices 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.
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 weight | Xantrex Freedom X 1200 | Xantrex PROwatt SW 2000 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 25 $0.36 per continuous watt | 41 $0.30 per continuous watt |
| Idle draw 15% | 78 0.8 A idle (about 10 W) with nothing plugged in | 93 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% | 62 optional remote, transfer switch, hardwire terminal, display; no app | 22 optional remote, display; no app |
| Efficiency 10% | 67 91% peak efficiency (maker rating) | 56 90% peak efficiency (maker rating) |
| Xantrex Freedom X 1200 | Xantrex PROwatt SW 2000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Type | Pure sine wave inverter | Pure sine wave inverter |
| Continuous power | 1,200 W | 1,800 W |
| Surge power | 2,400 W for 5 s | 3,000 W |
| DC input range | 10.5 to 16.5 V | 10.5 to 15.5 V |
| Idle draw | 0.8 A (10 W) | 0.6 A (7.2 W) |
| Power-saving draw | 0.6 A | - |
| 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 | No | 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 | 14.8 x 10.4 x 3.5 in (376 x 263 x 91 mm) | 13.7 x 11.8 x 3.9 in (348 x 299 x 100 mm) |
| Weight | 10.4 lb | 10.7 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Released | - | 2009-10 |
