October 2022

10 Best generators in The US

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Last Updated - 06/10/2022

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01

DuroMax
20% Off

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DuroMax XP13000EH Dual Fuel Portable Generator 13000 Watt Gas or Propane Powered Electric Start-Home Back Up, Blue/Gray
9.7

Exceptional

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Please read the detailed safety instructions in the manual before operating.
Complies with Emissions Standards – All DuroMax generators are both approved by the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) and CARB (California Air Resources Board) and follow strict guidelines to ensure our generators are as environmentally friendly as possible.
POWERING EVERYONE ANYWHERE: Like all DuroMax generators, the XP13000EH is EPA and CARB approved for use in all 50 states.
MAXIMUM POWER: The power panel includes a wide selection of outlets for maximum compatibility in your applications including: 1 120/240V 50A heavy duty outlet, 1 120/240V 30A twist lock outlet, 1 120V 30A twist lock outlet, and 2 120V 20A household outlets.
PLENTY OF POWER: With 13,000 starting watts and 10,500 watts, this unit can handle heavy loads from lights, refrigerators, home conditioners and high amperage power tools.
DUAL FUEL TECHNOLOGY: The ability to run on Propane or Gasoline allows the Freedom and Flexibility of Fuel Choice.
POWERFUL DUROMAX ENGINE: The XP13000EH is powered by a 500cc OHV Duromax Engine.

$1,199.00 $1,499.00 20% Off
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02

Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment
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Westinghouse WGen9500DF Dual Fuel Home Backup Portable Generator, 12500 Peak Watts & 9500 Rated Watts, Remote Electric Start, Transfer Switch Ready, Gas and Propane Powered, CARB Compliant
9.6

Exceptional

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All Westinghouse Portable Generators are Functionally Tested in the Factory and May Contain Minimum Residual Oil and/or Fuel Odor; EPA and CARB Compliant; Backed by 3-Year Limited Service, Labor, and Parts Coverage with Nationwide Customer Service Network
Plug-and-Play: Comes With a Propane Regulator, Remote Start Key Fob, 12V Battery Charger, Oil, an Oil Funnel, a Tool Kit, Heat Resistant Plastic Wheels with Never-Flat Polyurethane Tires, and a User’s Manual to Get You Started Right Out of the Box (Minimal Assembly Required)
Powered by a Heavy Duty 457cc Westinghouse 4-Stroke OHV Engine Featuring a Long-Lasting Cast Iron Sleeve With Automatic Low Oil Shutdown and Digital Hour Meter. VFT display gives you real time updates with the voltage output, frequency, and lifetime hours
Features Two GFCI 120V 5–20R Standard Household Receptacle, One Transfer Switch Ready 120V L14-30R, and One RV Ready 120/240V 14–50R; All Outlets Have Rubber Covers for Added Safety
9500 Running Watts and 12500 Peak Watts (Gasoline); 8500 Running Watts, 11200 Peak Watts (Propane); Remote Start With Included Key Fob, Electric and Recoil Start; Up to 12 Hours of Run Time on a 6. 6 Gallon Fuel Tank With Fuel Gauge

$999.98 $1,249.00 19% Off
03

WEN

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WEN 56203i Super Quiet 2000-Watt Portable Inverter Generator w/Fuel Shut Off, CARB Compliant, Ultra Lightweight
9.4

Excellent

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Includes two three-prong 120V receptacles, one 12V DC receptacle, two 5V USB ports, and a two-year warranty
Fuel shutoff maximizes the generator’s lifespan by using up the remaining fuel in the carburetor before shutting down
Produces 2000 surge watts and 1700 rated watts of clean power for safe charging of sensitive electronics (phones, tablets, televisions, computers, etc.)
Extremely quiet operation comparable to the sound of a normal conversation according to the US Department of Health and Human Services
Ultralight body weighs in at a mere 39 pounds for easy transport and storage

$343.53
04

Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment

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Westinghouse WGen3600cv Portable Generator, 4650 Peak Watts & 3600 Rated Watts, RV Ready 30A Outlet, Gas Powered, CO Sensor, CARB Compliant
9.3

Excellent

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All Westinghouse Portable Generators are Functionally Tested in the Factory and May Contain Minimum Residual Oil and/or Fuel Odor; EPA and CARB Compliant; Backed by 3-Year Limited Service, Labor, and Parts Coverage with Nationwide Customer Service Network
Powered by a 212cc Westinghouse 4-Stroke OHV Engine Featuring a Long-Lasting Cast Iron Sleeve With Automatic Low Oil and Carbon Monoxide (CO) Shutdown
Plug-and-Play: Comes With Oil, an Oil Funnel, a Tool Kit, and a User’s Manual to Get You Started Right Out of the Box (Minimal Assembly Required)
Features One 5–20R 120V Household Duplex Receptacle, One RV-Ready TT-30R 30 Amp Receptacle, and One L5-30R 30 Amp Receptacle; All Outlets Have Rubber Covers for Added Safety
3600 Running Watts and 4650 Peak Watts; Recoil Start; 4 Gallon Fuel Tank With Fuel Gauge; Up to 14 Hours of Run Time Per Tank

$320.16
05

DuroMax
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DuroMax XP5500EH Electric Start-Camping & RV Ready, 50 State Approved Dual Fuel Portable Generator-5500 Watt Gas or Propane Powered, Blue/Black
9.1

Excellent

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Fully Featured Power Panel – The power panel includes a wide selection of outlets for maximum compatibility in your applications including: (2) 120V household GFCI outlets, and (1) 120/240V 30A twist lock outlet. The panel also includes a voltmeter and 12V DC charging posts for charging external batteries
MX2 Technology - Get the maximum power from each of the 120-volt receptacles. Choose between operating the generator at both 120V and 240V simultaneously, or at 120V only with full power. Ideal for usage with RVs
Powerful Engine – The DuroMax 224cc OHV engine is a workhorse that provides plenty of power to handle multiple jobs, from powering high voltage appliances to heavy duty power tools
Dual Fuel Technology – This generator runs on gasoline or propane, giving you the freedom and flexibility of fuel choice. Low Oil Shutoff
Plenty of Power – With 5,500 starting watts and 4,500 running watts, this unit can handle heavy loads, from lights and a refrigerator to a home air conditioner and high amperage power tools

$549.00 $649.00 15% Off
06

Champion Power Equipment
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Champion Power Equipment 200951 2500-Watt Portable Inverter Generator, Ultralight
9.0

Excellent

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CHAMPION SUPPORT: Includes 3-year limited warranty with FREE lifetime technical support from dedicated experts
CLEAN POWER: Includes two covered 120V 20A household outlets with clean electricity (less than 3% THD)
PARALLEL READY: The optional clip-on parallel kit enables this inverter to connect with another 2500-watt Champion inverter to double your output power
QUIET OPERATION: 53 dBA from 23 feet is perfect for camping, tailgating or to backup a few home essentials, featuring 2500 starting watts, 1850 running watts and up to 11.5 hours run time
ULTRA-LIGHTWEIGHT: At only 39 pounds, this inverter is one of the lightest 2500-watt inverters in the industry

$489.00 $729.00 32% Off
07

WEN

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WEN GN400i RV-Ready 4000-Watt Open Frame Inverter Generator, CARB Compliant, Black/orange
8.9

Very Good

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Includes two 120V NEMA 5-20R receptacles, two 5V USB ports, one 120V RV-ready TT-30R receptacle
212cc 4-stroke CARB-compliant OHV engine produces 4000 surge watts and 3500 rated watts
Parallel-ready panel allows you to connect any two WEN inverter generators for increased wattage output
Generate clean power to safely operate sensitive electronics such as phones, tablets, televisions and computers
Dimensions: 19.8" L x 13.8" W x 18.9" H | Weight: 66.1 lb

$382.99
08

WEN

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WEN DF1100T 11,000-Watt 120V/240V Dual Fuel Portable Generator with Wheel Kit and Electric Start - CARB Compliant, Black
8.8

Very Good

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Includes four 120V GFCI outlets (5-20R), a 120V 30A twist lock outlet (L5-30R), a 120V/240V 50A outlet (NEMA 14-50R), a 12V DC cigarette-lighter-style plug, a bottle of oil, a 47-inch LPG connection hose, and a two-year warranty
6.6-gallon tank provides up to 8.5 hours of half load run time
Electric start powers the 457cc 4-stroke OHV engine with the turn of a key
Voltage easily goes from 120V to 240V, perfect for transfer switches and emergency backup
Switch between gasoline (11,000 surge watts, 8,300 running watt) and propane (9,500 surge, 7,500 running) with the simple turn of the selection dial

$838.28
09

Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment

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Westinghouse WGen6000 Home Backup Portable Generator, 7500 Peak Watts & 6000 Rated Watts, Transfer Switch Ready 30A Outlet, Gas Powered, CARB Compliant
8.5

Good

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Powered by a 420cc Westinghouse 4-Stroke OHV Engine Featuring a Long-Lasting Cast Iron Sleeve With Automatic Low Oil Shutdown and Digital Hour Meter
Plug-and-Play Comes With Oil, an Oil Funnel, a Tool Kit, and a User’s Manual to Get You Started Right Out of the Box (Minimal Assembly Required)
Features Two GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) 5–20R 120V Household Duplex Receptacle and One Transfer Switch Ready L14-30R 120/240V Twist-Lock Receptacle; All Outlets Have Rubber Covers for Added Safety
6000 Running Watts and 7500 Peak Watts; Electric and Recoil Start; Up to 13 Hours of Run Time on a 6. 6 Gallon Fuel Tank With Fuel Gauge

$804.35
10

Generac
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Generac GP2200i 2,200-Watt Quiet Portable Inverter Generator with Storage Cover 50ST CARB/CSA
8.3

Good

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Storage Cover Included
Parallel ready allows you to connect 2 inverters together for twice the power (parallel kit model 7118 sold separately)
Low-oil level shutdown automatically safeguards engine from incurring damage
LED indicators alert you when unit is low on oil, overloaded, or ready to use; USB port to charge mobile devices
Integrated off/run/choke knob simplifies startup procedures
Economy Mode automatically adjusts engine speeds to save fuel and reduce sound emissions
Compact and lightweight design with built-in handle makes transportation easy
TruePower technology provides clean, stable power ideal for sensitive electronics, tools, and appliances
Covered outlets provide added protection from the environment
Quiet and neighbor-friendly, fully-enclosed design dramatically reduces noise levels

$492.62 $549.00 10% Off

10 Best generators in The US

DuroMax XP13000EH Dual Fuel Portable Generator 13000 Watt Gas or Propane Powered Electric Start-Home Back Up, Blue/Gray

Westinghouse WGen9500DF Dual Fuel Home Backup Portable Generator, 12500 Peak Watts & 9500 Rated Watts, Remote Electric Start, Transfer Switch Ready, Gas and Propane Powered, CARB Compliant

WEN 56203i Super Quiet 2000-Watt Portable Inverter Generator w/Fuel Shut Off, CARB Compliant, Ultra Lightweight

Westinghouse WGen3600cv Portable Generator, 4650 Peak Watts & 3600 Rated Watts, RV Ready 30A Outlet, Gas Powered, CO Sensor, CARB Compliant

DuroMax XP5500EH Electric Start-Camping & RV Ready, 50 State Approved Dual Fuel Portable Generator-5500 Watt Gas or Propane Powered, Blue/Black

Champion Power Equipment 200951 2500-Watt Portable Inverter Generator, Ultralight

WEN GN400i RV-Ready 4000-Watt Open Frame Inverter Generator, CARB Compliant, Black/orange

WEN DF1100T 11,000-Watt 120V/240V Dual Fuel Portable Generator with Wheel Kit and Electric Start - CARB Compliant, Black

Westinghouse WGen6000 Home Backup Portable Generator, 7500 Peak Watts & 6000 Rated Watts, Transfer Switch Ready 30A Outlet, Gas Powered, CARB Compliant

Generac GP2200i 2,200-Watt Quiet Portable Inverter Generator with Storage Cover 50ST CARB/CSA

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