Compare Generators Side-by-Side

Generator

Generator

2400 W

51 lbs

8 h

10 h

120

120

79 cc OHV 4-stroke

98 cc Ducar OHV 4-stroke engine

Recoil

Recoil

3 years

3 years

2400 W

2500 W

8 h

10 h

CARB, EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023

CARB, EPA

11675307585

690781007918

2200

8

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

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

60

60

OHV 4-stroke

Ducar OHV 4-stroke

SAE 10W30

8

10

Low oil and overload protection

Low oil and overload protection

Oil

Oil, funnel, and tool kit

30758

The Briggs & Stratton 30758 P2400 PowerSmart is an 1800-watt inverter generator built for users who need portable, clean power without the weight penalty. At 51 pounds, this unit sits at the intersection of serious capacity and genuine portability. It runs household essentials like refrigerators, power tools, and laptops simultaneously, but cannot power an entire home or heavy-duty job site equipment. The 79 cc OHV engine produces 2400 starting watts to handle motor inrush, then settles to 1800 running watts for sustained operation. This inverter's sub-3% THD output protects sensitive electronics from voltage spikes that damage laptops, phones, and medical devices. The gasoline fuel type means refueling at any gas station, and the 1-gallon tank with 8-hour runtime at 25% load creates a predictable refueling cycle for day-long use. Three-year warranty coverage backs the entire package, making this a low-risk entry point for homeowners, campers, and emergency preparedness planners.

The Cummins Onan P2500i is a 2200-watt inverter generator built for users who need portable power without sacrificing runtime or noise control. At 48 pounds and measuring 19.8 by 10.5 by 18.3 inches, this unit bridges the gap between true portability and practical capacity. It can run a microwave, small refrigerator, or circular saw continuously, making it suitable for camping trips, job sites, tailgating, and emergency backup. The 1-gallon fuel tank delivers 10 hours at 25 percent load and 8 hours at 50 percent load, meaning most users refuel once per day rather than multiple times. The inverter topology produces clean power with less than 3 percent THD, which protects laptops, phone chargers, and sensitive electronics from voltage spikes. Cummins backs this unit with a 3-year warranty, longer than the 2.4-year average for comparable inverter generators. The 52 dBA noise level sits between a normal conversation and light traffic, allowing operation in noise-restricted campgrounds and residential neighborhoods without drawing complaints.