We've tested and reviewed products since 1936. Read CR's review of the Honda EG2800i generator to find out if it's worth it.
Home standby generators from companies like Champion, Generac, and Kohler are pricey, but they provide immediate backup power during outages Whole-house generators are more expensive than portables, ...
Editor’s Note — October 9, 2025: We checked our recommendations to verify that they are still in stock and competitively priced. We’ve also added a standby generator, the Generac Guardian 22-Kilowatt ...
The Predator 2500 Watt Super Quiet with CO SECURE is part of the Generators test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Inverter Generator models like the 2500 Watt Super Quiet with CO SECURE ...
Inverter generators like this model have less distortion in electrical current frequency than standard models, so they’re better for powering sensitive electronics and smart household appliances. Two ...
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