What does the Renogy 1000W 12V Pure Sine Wave Inverter offer?
This review of the Renogy 1000W 12V Pure Sine Wave Inverter starts with its rating: Renogy lists 1000 W of continuous AC output. It is rated for 12 V. For loads that pull hard at start, Renogy lists a surge of 2000 W for 1 s.
Motors, pumps and compressors often need a short burst of extra power to get going. That is why the surge rating matters too. It sells for $175.99 at Renogy.
| Power and capacity | |
|---|---|
| Continuous AC output | 1000 W |
| Surge output | 2000 W |
| Size and moving it | |
| Weight | 6 lb |
| Product | Best current price | Watts per dollar | Value rank |
|---|---|---|---|
 Renogy 1000W 12V Pure Sine Wave Inverter | $175.99 at Renogy | 5.68 W/$ | #3 of 5 |
 Renogy 1000W 12V Pure Sine Wave Inverter with UPS Transfer Switch | $269.99 at Renogy | 3.70 W/$ | #5 of 5 |
 Renogy 2000W 12V Pure Sine Wave Inverter with UPS Transfer Switch and Built-in Bluetooth | $364.99 at Renogy | 5.48 W/$ | #4 of 5 |
 Renogy 3000W 12V Pure Sine Wave Inverter | $414.99 at Renogy | 7.23 W/$ | #1 of 5 |
 Renogy 3000W 12V Pure Sine Wave Inverter with UPS Transfer Switch | $461.99 at Renogy | 6.49 W/$ | #2 of 5 |
How heavy is it, and is it easy to move?
Renogy lists the weight at 6 lb. That puts it in the easy to carry (under 30 lb) class.
Check the size of the space you plan to use, since a cramped spot can trap heat around any inverter.
What do you get for each dollar?
At $175.99, it works out to 5.68 W/$ of continuous output. That ranks #3 of 5 among the inverters in this article. The 3000W 12V Pure Sine Wave Inverter leads at 7.23 W/$ and ranks #1 of 5.
At the other end, the 1000W 12V Pure Sine Wave Inverter with UPS Transfer Switch sits at 3.70 W/$, which ranks #5 of 5. Watts per dollar says nothing about surge time, weight or features.
Where does it differ from the other models?
Surge time sets it apart from the 1000W 12V Pure Sine Wave Inverter with UPS Transfer Switch: both are rated for a 2000 W surge, but this model is rated for 1 s and the UPS model for 2 s. At 1000 W, it also falls short of the 2000 W or more of continuous AC output that the 2000W 12V Pure Sine Wave Inverter with UPS Transfer Switch and Built-in Bluetooth offers.
An inverter is limited by the battery and cables feeding it. Size the battery bank and the wiring for the load as well, not just the inverter.
Who should buy it?
It suits a 12 V setup whose loads stay within 1000 W continuous. If you expect to add heavy loads later, weigh that before you settle on a size.
How does the smaller UPS version differ?
The 1000W 12V Pure Sine Wave Inverter with UPS Transfer Switch costs $269.99, compared with $175.99 for the base model. Both carry the same 1000 W continuous rating.
The UPS version weighs 8.2 lb, against 6 lb for the base unit.
What sets the Bluetooth UPS model apart?
The 2000W 12V Pure Sine Wave Inverter with UPS Transfer Switch and Built-in Bluetooth is rated for 2000 W continuous and a 4000 W surge for 2 s. It costs $364.99, which gives 5.48 W/$ and a rank of #4 of 5.
At 12.8 lb it is heavier than the 6 lb base model, though both sit in the easy to carry (under 30 lb) class.
Which model gives the most watts per dollar?
The 3000W 12V Pure Sine Wave Inverter gives the most, at 7.23 W/$, ranking #1 of 5. Renogy rates it for 3000 W continuous, with a 6000 W surge for 1 s.
Its price is $414.99, and Renogy lists the weight at 12.5 lb.
How does the larger UPS model differ from the non-UPS version?
The 3000W 12V Pure Sine Wave Inverter with UPS Transfer Switch is rated for 3000 W continuous and a 6000 W surge for 2 s. The 3000W 12V Pure Sine Wave Inverter has the same 3000 W and 6000 W ratings, but is rated for a surge of 1 s.
The UPS model costs $461.99 and weighs 14.8 lb. Its value of 6.49 W/$ ranks #2 of 5.