May
08
2010
Below is a list of some of the top sellers with the best overall ratings. I sorted the top portable generators according to price. I also provide a link to one or more merchants that offer free shipping and offer the best prices on the internet.
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Details |
Rating |
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All Power America 2000W Generator
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- 2000W Generator Open Frame
- 2000W peak, 1400W rated
- 3HP OHV engine
- Runs 9 hours at 1/2 load
- Operating noise 65dB
- Two AC 120V outlets, one 12V DC output
- Lightweight, compact size
- EPA approved
- 4 gallons fuel tank
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 Best Average Price $199.00
From 1 Merchant:
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Buffalo Tools 2000W Portable Generator
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- Running watts: 1500
- Starting watts: 2000
- Engine: 87cc engine
- Fuel tank: 1.5 gallons
- Fuel type: gasoline
- Run time at half load: 9 hours
- Outlets: 2
- Voltage:1- 120v A/C, 1- 12v D/C
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Best Average Price $219.00
From 1 Merchant:
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ETQ TG32P12 4000W Portable Generator
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- 3250 running watts/4000 max watts
- ETQ 7HP 4 stroke air cooled OHV engine with low oil shut down
- 4 gallon fuel tank provides 13 hours of run time at 50% load
- Less than 65 db
- Non-CARB Compliant/Not For Sale In California
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Best Average Price $359.00
From 1 Merchant:
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Blue Max Gen4000B 4000W Portable Generator
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- Engine: 6.5 HP OHV air cooled
- AC Output: 120V, 4000W Peak
- Starting System: Recoil
- 3 year warranty on parts, 1 year warranty on labor
- This item in Non-CARB Compliant/Not For Sale In California
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Best Average Price $329.00
From 1 Merchant:
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Duromax XP4400E 4400W Portable Generator
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- 4400 Watt Surge/3500 Watt Continuous
- 4 Gallon Gas Tank/8 Hour Run Time
- Electric Key Start/Includes Battery
- EPA And CARB Approved
- Automatic Low Oil Shut Off
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Best Average Price $429.00
From 1 Merchant:
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Generac 5500W Portable Generator
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- Built-in resets remind you of scheduled maintenance
- Generates power up to 10 hours at half load
- Never-flat tires and locking fold-down handles
- Low tone muffler
- A / C Rated Output Watts: 5000
- A / C Maximum Output Watts: 6250
- Engine Size: 389cc
- Engine Type: OHV
- Engine RPM: 3600
- Starting Method: Manual
- Fuel Tank Capacity (Gal.): 6.6
- Run Time ‘ 50% (Hours): 10
- 120V: (4) 5-20R
- 120/240V: L14-30R Twist-Lock
- Not For Sale in California or Canada
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Best Average Price $694.00
From 1 Merchant:
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Briggs and Stratton Elite Series 5550 Watt Portable Generator
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- 10 HP Briggs & Stratton OHV engine
- Running watts: 5,550
- Starting watts: 8,550
- Starter Type: Recoil
- Alternator: PowerSurge
- Tank size: 7 gallons
- Volts: 120/240
- Warranty: 2 year limited
- Weight: 163 lbs.
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 Best Average Price $769.00
From 1 Merchant:
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All Power America 10000W Generator
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- 10,000W Generator
- 10,000W peak, 8000W rated
- 15HP OHV engine with oil alert
- Electric start and recoiled start
- Four 120V 20A outlets, one 120V 30A twist lock, one 120V/240V 30A twist lock, one 12V DC outlet
- Protective circuit breaker
- Equipped with amp and voltage meters
- Hour meter for scheduled maintenance
- Runs up to 8 hours from a 7.7 gallon tank of fuel
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Best Average Price $999.00
From 1 Merchant:
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Honeywell 6200 Portable Generator
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- 6200 Portable Generator
- Continuous Watts: 6200 Watts
- Maximum Watts: 7750 Watts
- Amps: 25.8 A @ 240 Volts
- Engine Type: Big-Bore, OHV
- Engine cc: 389
- Start: Recoil
- Outlets: L14-30 120/240VAC (Floating Neutral), 120V 5-20R Duplex
- Fuel Tank: 6.5 Gallons
- Run Time: 8.0 Hours @ 50% Load
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Best Average Price $699.00
From 1 Merchant:
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Briggs and Stratton Elite Series 10000W Generator
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- 18 HP Briggs & Stratton vanguard v-twin OHV engine
- Running watts: 10,000
- Starting watts: 12,500
- Tank size: 8 gallons
- 7 Convenient outlets: 2-120V-20A household type, 1-120V-20A locking, 1-120V-30A locking, 1-120/240V-30A locking, 1-120/240V-50A and 1-12VDC-10A battery charger
- Warranty: 2 year limited
- Weight: 288 lbs.
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Best Average Price $1999.00
From 1 Merchant:
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Feb
01
2010
Hi everyone. Frank here,
I finally finished gathering all the data from my research on home generators. I’m going to be covering many of the questions people normally ask before deciding to make that first purchase. One thing to remember is that not all generators are built the same. There is a level of understanding one must have before buying one. Here are a few points I will be covering on my next post:
- Fuel Type - The variations in fuel type and which one is best suited for your needs. Home generators can run on gas, propane, gasoline and diesel. I’m going to help you pick the right fuel type for your generator.
- Brand Name - There are a few companies out there making some really good products, while others fall a little short on reliability. I’m going to discuss some of the best brands and rate some of their best models.
- Portable Generators - There are many portable generators that can pack a punch, and give you all the power you need for a few hours. I’ll be reviewing and rating some of the best models.
As you can see, I have a lot to cover. I’m sure the information I’ll be providing will get you started on that first purchase. See you on my next post, and I hope you will find it informative.
