Generator Reviews

What you actually get for under $300 in generator capacity, why running watts matter more than the surge number on the box, and which budget units are worth buying.

If you live in California — or one of thirteen other states that have adopted its emissions standards — buying a generator isn’t as simple as picking whatever’s on sale. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) sets stricter small-engine emissions standards than the federal EPA, and a generator that isn’t CARB-certified can’t be legally sold,…

Honda’s EU2200i has been the best-selling inverter generator in America for years — the default recommendation for campers, tailgaters, and homeowners who want a small, reliable backup unit. The EU3200i is Honda’s newer, larger sibling, introduced as a fuel-injected replacement for the long-running EU3000iS, with real upgrades that go beyond just more watts. Here’s exactly…

Ten thousand watts covers most portable-generator buyers. Fifteen thousand watts covers whole-house backup with room to spare. But there’s a real gap in between — the household running a well pump, a 3-ton central air conditioner, a refrigerator, and basic lighting all at once, where 10,000 watts runs out of surge headroom and 15,000 watts…

Full review of Honda’s EU inverter generator lineup in 2026 — noise, fuel efficiency, power quality, warranty, and the trade-off vs cheaper alternatives.

The best 5,000-watt generators for 2026 home backup — Champion, Westinghouse, DuroMax picks compared.

The best 7,500-watt generators for whole-home backup — Champion, Westinghouse, DuroMax picks.

The best 15,000-watt generators for whole-home backup — DuroMax and Westinghouse picks.

Honda vs Yamaha inverter generators compared — power, noise, fuel efficiency, reliability, price, and dealer support to help you pick between the EU2200i and EF2200iS.

DuroMax vs Champion dual fuel generators — power, noise, warranty, and price compared to help you choose the right backup generator for your home or RV.