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| Specification | A-iPower SC2000i | Honda EU1000i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | Yes | Yes |
| Parallel capable | Yes | Yes |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 1600 W | 900 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 2000 W | 1000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 58 dB | Winner: Winner: 42 dB |
| Weight | 46 lbs | Winner: Winner: 28.7 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 7 h | 5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 10 h | 6.8 h |
| Fuel tank | 1.1 gal | 0.55 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 21 x 12.5 x 19 | 17.8 x 9.5 x 14.9 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | 12 | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Covered outlets | No | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | 3 % | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Yamaha OHV 4-stroke, 79 cc | Honda GXH50 OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve. |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 1600 W | 900 W |
| Starting watts | 2000 W | 1000 W |
| Running amps (120V) | Not available | Not available |
| Running amps (240V) | Not available | Not available |
| Peak amps (120V) | Not available | Not available |
| Peak amps (240V) | Not available | Not available |
| Run time @50% load | 7 h | 5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 10 h | 6.8 h |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | true |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA | CARB, EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | true | Not available |
| UPC | 851217006008 | 786102007436 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 1600 | 900 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 2000 | 1000 |
| Rated Watts (Gasoline) | 1600 | Not available |
| Peak Watts (Gasoline) | 2000 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 7 | 5 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 6.8 |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) | 1x Duplex 120V 15A (5-15R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | Honda GXH50 OHV 4-stroke. |
| Engine Displacement | 79 | 49.4 |
| Cylinder Sleeve | Cast iron | Cast iron sleeve |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 6.8 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 7 | 5 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Not available | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | No | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | No | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Included Accessories | Funnel, dual port USB adapter, RV adapter, and parallel cables | No |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Residential Warranty | 2 | Not available |
| Commercial Warranty | 2 | Not available |
| Part Number | SC2000iV | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The A-iPower SC2000i is a 1600-watt inverter generator built around a compact 79cc Yamaha engine. This wattage class handles essential household appliances, power tools, and sensitive electronics without breaking a sweat. The unit runs gasoline and delivers 2000 watts of peak power for startup surges, then settles into 1600 running watts for continuous operation. Because the inverter technology holds THD at just 3 percent, laptops, smartphones, and televisions stay protected from electrical noise that would degrade their components or trigger surge protectors. The 1.1-gallon fuel tank stretches to 10 hours at quarter load, meaning a full tank covers a typical day of camping or backup power without a refuel cycle. At 46 pounds, this generator bridges the gap between true portability and real power output. It is not a toy, but it is not a burden either. | The Honda EU1000i is a lightweight, super quiet, and fuel-efficient 1000-watt inverter generator, ideal for powering small appliances and sensitive electronics during recreational activities or emergencies. |
