Best Whole Home Generator in 2024: In-depth Reviews

Totally Automatic – The ATS50 Emergency Essentials Automatic Transfer Switch has 8 available circuits and provides seamless power to your home during an outage

Quietest-in-Class – Thanks to advanced sound dampening and a specially designed low-tone muffler, this generator operates at a residential-friendly 59.5 dBA noise level

Reliable – 24-volt starting system operates in sub-zero or extreme heat (between -22° F and 104° F) with no warming kit necessary, plus the generator performs weekly self-diagnostic tests

Powerful – The 8.5-kilowatt generator provides 8500 watts of continuous power on propane and 7500 watts on natural gas, with no refueling, no manual operation and no extension cords needed

Champion Support – Includes 10-year limited warranty with FREE lifetime technical support from dedicated experts

Save up to 8,000 dollars in product and installation costs (when compared to competitive output products)

Takes up 70% less space (when compared to competitive output products)

PWRview, Generac's home energy management system, allows generator owners to monitor and manage home energy usage, leading to a reduction in electric utility bills of up to 20%

Using PWRview you could save enough to pay for your generator

Powers 16-circuits of your home with the 100-amp, NEMA 3R (indoor or outdoor rated) transfer switch with aluminum enclosure

True Power Technology delivers best-in-class power quality with less than 5 percent total harmonic distortion for clean, smooth operation of sensitive electronics and appliances

Generac's G-Force Engine is a purpose-built, pressure-lubricated engine capable of handling the rigors of generator use, resulting in power that’s more reliable and requires less routine maintenance than any competitive engine.

Mobile Link Wi-Fi allows users to monitor the status of the generator from anywhere in the world using a smartphone, tablet, or PC

5 year limited warranty

Your 8000-watt portable generator operates on natural gas, propane, or gasoline, plus natural gas and propane hoses are included so the unit is ready to run on any fuel right out of the box

Power up the 459cc Champion engine with the handy rocker switch, battery included

Track voltage, frequency, session run time, and total run time to monitor output and track maintenance intervals, plus the UL-recognized sensor uses an LED to indicate CO shutoff or fault

Gasoline: 10,000 starting watts and 8000 running watts, propane: 9000 starting watts and 7200 running watts, natural gas: 8750 starting watts and 7000 running watts and engine oil is included

Includes 3-year limited warranty with FREE lifetime technical support from dedicated experts

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

Voltage easily goes from 120V to 240V, perfect for transfer switches and emergency backup

Electric start powers the 457cc 4-stroke OHV engine with the turn of a key

6.6-gallon tank provides up to 8.5 hours of half load run time

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

PowerRush Advanced Technology delivers over 50% more starting capacity allowing you to do more with less. *Increases electrical current upon demand; above rated output when starting electric motors

Quiet Inverter Power reduces sound emissions and provides optimal performance. Economy mode automatically adjusts engine speed to save fuel and reduce sound emissions

TruePower Technology provides clean, stable power ideal for sensitive electronics, tools and appliances. Parallel Ready to connect two GP3300i inverter generators for twice the power (Parallel kit sold separately)

Easy to Carry - compact & lightweight design with built-in handle makes transportation easy. Generator Statud Lights - visual alerts when unit is low on oil, overloaded or ready to use

PowerDial - Choke, Run, Off: three operation settings integrated into one simple-to-use dial. USB Ports to charge mobile devices including smart phones and tablets

Up to whole house protection with the 200 Amp, NEMA 3R (aluminum outdoor enclosure) smart switch

Smart, User-friendly controls; Generac evolution controller features a multilingual LCD display that allows you to Monitor Battery status and track maintenance intervals to ensure your generator is always in top operating condition

240 volts supply

Receive real time status updates

Powerful DuroMax Engine: the XP12000EH is powered by a DuroMax, 457cc OHV engine.

Dual fuel technology: the ability to run on propane or gasoline allows the freedom and flexibility of fuel choice. Protects your investment by automatically shutting the generator off when it senses that the oil is low

Plenty of power: with 12,000 starting watts and 9, 500 running watts, This unit can handle heavy loads from lights and a refrigerator to a home air conditioner and high amperage power tools.

Maximum power: with DuroMax MX2 technology, get the maximum power from each of the 120 volt receptacle. Choose between operating the generator at both 120 V and 240 V Simultaneously, or at 120 only with full power.

Powering everyone anywhere: like all DuroMax generators, the XP12000EH is EPA and CARB approved For use in all 50 States.

Engine Type: 4-Stroke

【Power Pretty Much Anything】 - 2400W output to power up to 15 devices at once. Power 3400W appliances with X-Boost on. That means during a power outage or blackout, you can continue to power your fridge, microwave, dryer, and more. Ideal power generator for backup power.

【Cost-Saving Solar Powered Generator 】-Stay powered on no matter what. DELTA Max can connect with EcoFlow solar panels to deliver fast solar charging speeds. Compared to gas generator, the cost of gas, noisy operation, maintenance make DELTA Max a good long-term investment.

【Multiple Charging Methods】 -More than a solar generator. Charge with AC, solar, car or the EcoFlow Smart Generator. Charge up from 0-80% in 65 minutes via wall outlets. Or get up to 3400W speeds by combining solar charging and the EcoFlow Smart Generator.

【Expandable Emergency Power】 - Expandable 2016Wh capacity battery power station. Link two extra batteries to get a massive 6048Wh, keeping your home powered on in any emergency.

【What’s In The Box?】- 1. DELTA Max(2000) power station, 2. DC 5521 to DC 5525 cable, 3. solar, AC and car charging cables, 4. Manual. You’ll also get a 24 month guarantee and friendly customer support.

The Most Reliable Emergency Power Supply: Industry-leading safety and reliability designed with electric-vehicle-grade battery cells. Every unit undergoes 52 reliability and safety tests and is covered by a 5-year limited warranty.

Long-Lasting Capacity: Each portal power station has 1,002Wh (278,400mAh). Offers up to 7 days of power supply to your crucial devices and home appliances on a single charge.

Powerful Output: 3 AC outlets with the pure-sine wave, supporting 1000W rated power and 2000W surge power at 110V.

Wide-Range Compatibility: 2 USB-C outputs with PD 18W, 1 USB-A with 5V/2.4A, 1 USB-A with Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0, and 1 car outlet with 12V/10A.

Easy Recharge with Solar Power: Recharge from your car, AC outlet, or with the SolarPower ONE solar panel power generator. 30-second Hassle-Free Setup: Portable, light-weight foldable design with an adjustable kickstand. It takes 30 seconds or less to set up and is ready to provide eco-friendly power supply in any emergency situation.