Compare Generators Side-by-Side

Generator

Generator

2300 W

50.6 lbs

9 h

13 h

120

120

80 cc Yamaha OHV 4-stroke

80 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve

Recoil

Recoil

3 years

3 years

2500 W

2300 W

9 h

13 h

1700 W

18 h

CARB, EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023

CARB, EPA

850016881755

811640016371

2000

1800

2500

2300

6.5

7

9

13

1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R)

1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R)

60

60

Yamaha OHV 4-stroke

OHV 4-stroke

cast iron sleeve

9

13

18

Low oil and overload protection

Low oil and overload protection

Recoil

3

3

The A-iPower SC2500i is a 2000-watt inverter generator built around a Yamaha 80cc OHV 4-stroke engine. This wattage class handles essential household appliances, small power tools, and recreational equipment simultaneously. Think refrigerator plus microwave plus laptop charging at the same time. The 2500-watt peak rating gives it headroom to start high-inrush devices like air compressors or small air conditioning units without stalling. At 49.9 pounds, this unit sits at the grab-and-go threshold where one person can carry it to a campsite, tailgate, or storage shelf without strain. Inverter technology means the output is electronically regulated to stay within 3% voltage variance. This protection matters for laptops, phones, and televisions that can suffer permanent damage from dirty power. The SC2500i runs on standard gasoline, which is available everywhere and costs less per hour than propane alternatives. With a 1.1-gallon tank, the refueling cycle is predictable. At half load you get 6.5 hours before the pump runs dry. At quarter load, 9 hours. For weekend camping or a single-day job site, this eliminates the mid-use refueling hassle.

The DuroMax XP2300iH is an 1,800-watt dual-fuel inverter generator built for users who need clean power without sacrificing portability. Its 1.1-gallon tank runs gasoline or propane, meaning you can refuel based on what's available rather than what's required. At 52 decibels, it operates quietly enough for residential neighborhoods and campsites. The low THD output protects laptops, phones, and other sensitive gear from voltage spikes that damage electronics. This unit handles small appliances, power tools, and essential household devices but cannot run a full home or heavy construction equipment. The 2,300-watt peak gives you startup headroom for motors and compressors, while the 1,800-watt running capacity sustains continuous loads. At 50.6 pounds with a wheel kit included, one person can move it. The 3-year warranty backs the entire ownership experience.