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Originally Posted by XCR-700
Its also important to remember that not all portable generators are not equal.
Most people who buy manual/portable generators opt for a standard and low cost portable, which "can" be a problem if you have very modern appliances or sensitive electronics.
Unfortunately the alternative, inverter generators, are much more expensive than the same size standard generator.
I purchased a Honda 7000 watt inverter portable generator and it cost me double a good similar but non-inverter model, and more than 4x the cost of lowest cost similar size non-inverter portable generators/
So my only comment is know what you needs are (quality of power required, not just total watts) and do your homework and carefully research all the models you are considering.
As for the Honda EU 7000 iS, it has been a flawless performer and I have no regrets. Just wish it was not so expensive,,,
ATB
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Good point. I did consider the 7K Honda for that reason. At the time the Kohler was highly rated by Consumer Reports and was found to have clean power:
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Delivered more than enough wattage to power our test appliances and handled surges very well. Provided especially clean power with consistently high voltage. Easy to start and has some helpful features. Includes electric start. Has fuel shutoff. Includes low-oil shutoff, which protects the engine from overheating if the oil level dips too low. Also displays a low oil light to tell you why it shut down.
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The Kohler was several hundred $ more than other brands but less that half the cost of the Honda.
I have a smaller Honda 2000i inverter generator and it is great (2X price of others). As it does not have to run at constant speed, the Econo mode throttles down when demand is down. Saves fuel and much quieter.
Alan