Compare Generators Side-by-Side

Generator

Generator

2400 W

220 lbs

8 h

22 h

120

120/240

79 cc OHV 4-stroke

439 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve

Recoil

Recoil, Electric

3 years

3 years

2400 W

10000 W

8 h

22 h

7600 W

4.5 h

CARB, EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023

CARB, EPA

11675307585

811640014421

8000

2400

10000

10

8

22

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

AC outlets1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R)1x 120V 30A (L5-30R)1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R)1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R)

60

60

OHV 4-stroke

439 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve

Cast iron sleeve

8

22

4.5

Low oil and overload protection

Low oil and overload protection

Recoil, Electric

3

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 DuroStar DS10000EH is an 8,000-watt dual-fuel generator built on a 439 cc OHV 4-stroke engine with cast iron sleeve construction. At 8,000 running watts, this unit can power multiple household appliances simultaneously, job site tools, or serve as extended backup during outages. The dual-fuel design means users can run gasoline or propane depending on fuel availability and storage constraints, a significant advantage during supply disruptions. Because the DS10000EH runs at 72 dB, placement matters. At 25 feet, the noise becomes manageable for residential use; closer proximity requires hearing protection or evening restrictions. The 8.3-gallon tank delivers 22 hours at 25% load on gasoline, making extended operations feasible without constant refueling. On propane at the same load, runtime drops to 8.5 hours due to lower energy density. This runtime flexibility shapes real-world deployment: gasoline for long-term backup, propane for shorter bursts or when storage space is limited.