Compare Generators Side-by-Side

Generator

Generator

2400 W

216 lbs

8 h

21 h

120

120/240

79 cc OHV 4-stroke

459 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve.

Recoil

Recoil, Electric, Remote

3 years

5 years

2400 W

9500 W

8 h

21 h

7200 W

5 h

CARB, EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023

EPA

11675307585

811640017026

7200

9025

5

9.5

60

60

OHV 4-stroke

459 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve.

cast_iron_sleeve

10W-30

8

21

5

Low oil and overload protection

Low oil and overload protection

Oil

Funnel, tool kit, key fob, battery charger, propane hose, and battery

5

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 DuroMax XP9500iH is a 7,600-watt dual-fuel inverter generator built for whole-home backup and job-site power. Running on either gasoline or propane, it delivers 9,500 starting watts to handle motor inrush demands from air conditioners, well pumps, and power tools. The inverter produces clean 3% THD power, meaning laptops, televisions, and medical equipment run safely without risk of voltage spikes. This is a stationary or semi-portable unit. At 216 pounds, it requires wheels or multiple people to move, making it suited for permanent installation or fixed-location backup rather than frequent relocation. The fuel flexibility matters in extended outages. Gasoline runs 11 hours at half load before refueling, while propane stretches to 5 hours at the same draw. At quarter load, gasoline delivers 21 hours of runtime, propane 9.5 hours. For homeowners choosing between fuel types, gasoline offers longer intervals between refills, propane offers cleaner storage and no fuel degradation over months.