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Generators

80 generators from Westinghouse, Generac, WEN and more. Most cost $330 to $6,399, and half cost less than $915.

Generators by use

Each use has a written rule on its page, built from listed specs. A generator can match several uses.

Recommended generators

WestinghouseSpec score 8.1

Inverter, Gasoline, 3000 to 5000 W

+Inverter design for clean power to electronics
+Super quiet operation for campsites and neighborhoods
+Electric start with auto choke for easier starting
−Gasoline only fuel option
$849.00
as of 11/04/2026 07:42 PST - Details
WENSpec score 9.1

Portable, Dual Fuel, 5001 to 9000 W

+Dual fuel capability for gasoline or propane use
+Provides both 120V and 240V output
+RV-ready for recreational vehicle power
−Portable design is not an inverter generator
$623.17
as of 11/04/2026 07:41 PST - Details
DuroStarSpec score 8.7

Portable, Dual Fuel, Over 9000 W

+Dual fuel runs on gasoline or propane
+500cc engine for high power output
+Electric start for easy starting
−Heavy-duty size is less practical for easy carrying
No price recorded yet.
WEN

Inverter, Under 3000 W

+Inverter design for cleaner power output
+Lightweight and portable for easy carrying
+Includes a fuel shutoff feature
−Under 3000 watts limits it to small loads
−Lower output than mid-size inverter generators
$374.99
as of 11/04/2026 07:41 PST - Details
WestinghouseSpec score 8.7

Portable, Tri Fuel, Over 9000 W

+Tri fuel capability for three fuel types
+Remote electric start for convenient operation
+Transfer-switch ready for home connection
−Not an inverter generator
$1,449.00
as of 11/04/2026 07:42 PST - Details
Genmax

Portable, Gasoline, Under 3000 W

+Eco-mode feature to reduce fuel use
+Under 3000 W output for small loads
+Ultra lightweight design
−Under 3000 W output limits how many devices run at once
$279.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:10 PST - Details
Pulsar

Inverter, Gasoline, 3000 to 5000 W

+Inverter design for cleaner power output
+Runs on gasoline
+Ultra light design for easier carrying
−Output limited to 5000 watts maximum
$450.07
as of 11/04/2026 00:46 PST - Details
Honda

Inverter, Gasoline, 5001 to 9000 W

+Inverter design for clean power output
+Runs on gasoline, a widely available fuel
+Supplies both 120V and 240V power
−Gasoline fuel needs storage and regular refueling
$4,999.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:26 PST - Details
Honda

Inverter, Gasoline, Under 3000 W

+Inverter design for cleaner power output
+Under 3000 W output suits small loads
+120V output for standard household plugs
−Under 3000 W output limits how many devices run at once
$1,199.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:26 PST - Details
Champion Power EquipmentSpec score 8.7

Inverter, Tri Fuel, Over 9000 W

+Tri fuel operation on gas, propane, or natural gas
+Electric start for easier starting
+Inverter design for cleaner power to electronics
−Open frame design exposes components to weather
$1,398.00
as of 11/04/2026 15:36 PST - Details
Pulsar

Portable, Under 3000 W

+Portable design for moving between locations
+Provides both 120V and 12V outlets
+Uses a 71cc 2-cycle engine
−Under 3000 watts limits it to small loads
−Requires a 40:1 fuel mix with oil
$174.49
as of 11/04/2026 00:46 PST - Details
PulsarSpec score 8.7

Inverter, Tri Fuel, Over 9000 W

+Tri fuel operation on gasoline, propane or natural gas
+Inverter design for cleaner power output
+Electric start for easier starting
−Heavier than smaller inverter generators
No price recorded yet.
Kohler

Standby, Over 9000 W

+Air-cooled standby design
+Includes a 200 amp transfer switch
+Automatic load transfer during outages
−Permanent installation required, not portable
No price recorded yet.
WENSpec score 8.3

Inverter, 5001 to 9000 W

+Inverter design for cleaner power output
+Transfer-switch and RV ready
+Electric start for easier starting
−Open frame design leaves components exposed
No price recorded yet.
Champion Power Equipment

Inverter, Dual Fuel, 3000 to 5000 W

+Dual fuel runs on gasoline or propane
+RV ready with an LPG hose included
+Inverter design for cleaner power output
−Open frame design offers less weather protection than enclosed models
No price recorded yet.
Champion Power EquipmentSpec score 8.3

Inverter, Tri Fuel, 5001 to 9000 W

+Tri fuel runs on gasoline, propane, or natural gas
+Electric start for easy starting
+Inverter design for cleaner power output
−Open frame design offers less weather protection than enclosed models
No price recorded yet.
Bsmtek

Inverter, Gasoline, 3000 to 5000 W

+Inverter design for cleaner power to electronics
+Runs on gasoline with 3000 to 5000 W output
+RV ready for use with recreational vehicles
−Open frame design exposes components to weather
No price recorded yet.
Champion Power Equipment

Standby, Dual Fuel, Over 9000 W

+Dual fuel runs on liquid propane or natural gas
+Over 9000 watts for whole house backup
+Standby design starts automatically during outages
−Requires a fixed installation rather than portable use
$6,399.00
as of 11/04/2026 15:36 PST - Details
Honeywell

Standby, Dual Fuel, Over 9000 W

+Automatic backup power for the whole home
+Runs on natural gas or propane
+Dual fuel operation adds flexibility
−Permanent installation required, not portable
No price recorded yet.
GeneracSpec score 8.7

Portable, Gasoline, Over 9000 W

+Over 9,000 watts of output
+Electric start for convenience
+Runs on gasoline
−Portable design still requires manual setup and placement
No price recorded yet.
Kohler

Standby

+Standby type that starts automatically during power outages
+Air-cooled design needs no separate cooling system
+200 amp whole-house capacity for large household loads
−Standby type is permanently installed rather than movable
$8,000.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:47 PST - Details
PulsarSpec score 8.7

Portable, Tri Fuel, Over 9000 W

+Tri fuel operation on gasoline, propane or natural gas
+Over 9000 watts for large loads
+Electric start for easier starting
−Portable generator, not an inverter model
−Not a standby unit for automatic whole-house backup
$1,498.00
as of 11/04/2026 00:46 PST - Details
Kohler

Standby, Over 9000 W

+Standby design for automatic whole-house backup
+Over 9000 watts for whole-house loads
+Air-cooled engine design
−Stationary unit, not built for portability
$7,399.00
as of 11/04/2026 00:50 PST - Details
Generac

Standby, Over 9000 W

+Liquid-cooled engine design for sustained operation
+Automatic standby operation during power outages
+Three-phase output rated for commercial-scale loads
−Standby units require permanent installation at the home
No price recorded yet.
Generac

Standby, Over 9000 W

+Standby type runs automatically during power outages
+Over 9000 W output for whole-home backup
+Aluminum enclosure for outdoor installation
−Standby units are permanently installed, not portable
No price recorded yet.
Generac

Standby, Over 9000 W

+Standby type runs automatically during power outages
+Over 9000 W output for large commercial loads
+Three-phase output for commercial electrical systems
−Standby units are permanently installed, not portable
No price recorded yet.
Kohler

Standby, Over 9000 W

+Standby design for automatic whole-house backup
+Over 9000 watts for whole-house loads
+Air-cooled engine design
−Stationary unit, not built for portability
No price recorded yet.
WENSpec score 8.1

Inverter, Dual Fuel, 3000 to 5000 W

+Dual fuel capability for gasoline or propane use
+Inverter design for cleaner power output
+RV-ready for recreational vehicle power
$521.00
as of 11/04/2026 07:42 PST - Details

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