Compare Portable Generators
Updated November 2012
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Basic portable generatorPros: low-oil shutdown, propane-fueled, quick, easy tank changes, relatively quiet, easy to maneuverCons: poor customer service, no DC outlet, underpowered, some complain600069647106000320- or 30-lb. propane tank, sold separately137 lbs. (without propane tank)Consumer - 2 years; Commercial - 1 yearGeneracGenerator32503750(4) 5-20R, (1) 14-20R twist-lock-9 hours (with 20-lb. tank)NoLiquid propaneNoN/ANoFold-down, locking, dolly-style handles; low grab bar; 9.5" solid wheelsCovered outlets, low-oil shutdown -
Inverter portable generatorPros: very quiet, inverter technology, three-year warranty, economy mode, can be hooked togetherCons: voltage may sag under heavy motor load, narrow fuel portnot avail.EU2000IAC7861020031621.1 gallons46.3 lbs.Consumer - 3 years; Commercial - 3 yearsHondaInverter1,600 watts2,000 watts(2) 20A14 hours at rated load, 9.6 hours at 1/4 load (most generators list runtime at 1/2 load)YesGasolineYes59 db(A) at rated load; 53 db(A) at 1/4 loadNoIntegrated carry handleLow-oil shutdown
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Heavy-duty portable generatorPros: electric start, low-oil shutdown, fuel gauge, hour meter, automatic voltage regulationCons: noisy, not CARB compliant, no DC outletB0304700116753047067 gallons248 lbs.Consumer - 3-year limited; Commercial - 90-day limitedBriggs & StrattonGenerator7,000 watts8,750 watts(4) 5-20R, (1) 30A 120/240V twist-lockN/A9 hoursYesGasolineNoN/AYes12" never-flat wheelsCovered outlets, low-oil shutdown
