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The following table compares key technical specs of current leading models: Peak/Running Watts Key Feature Honda EM5000SX 7,000 / 5,000 App-based monitoring Westinghouse WGen11500DFc 14,500 / 11,500 Dual (Gas/Propane) High output for whole-home DuroMax XP16000iHT 16,000 / 13,000 Tri (Gas/Prop/NG) Maximum fuel flexibility Honda EU2200i 2,200 / 1,800 Ultra-quiet (Inverter) Anker SOLIX F3800 Go to product viewer dialog for this item. 6,000 / 3,840Wh Battery/Solar Indoor-safe/No maintenance Firman P12002 15,000 / 12,000 High-output value pick Critical Buying Considerations best buy portable generators
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: Large portable generators (over 7,000 watts) should be used with a manual transfer switch installed by an electrician to safely power hardwired home circuits. Maintenance and Longevity Anker SOLIX F3800 + Power $1,799
Westinghouse WGen11500DFc 14,500-Watt Dual Fuel Portable Generator Home Depot(4 mi)& more Get it by May 6 (Free) Go to product viewer dialog for this item.