Compare Generators Side-by-Side

Generator

Generator

1200 W

51 lbs

8 h

120

120

79 cc OHV 4-stroke

60 cc OHV 4-stroke

Recoil

Recoil

3 years

3 years

2400 W

1200 W

8 h

CARB, EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023

CARB, EPA

11675307585

743184017555

1000

5.2

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

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

60

60

OHV 4-stroke

OHV 4-stroke

10W-30

8

Low oil and overload protection

Oil

No

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 ECHO EGi-1200 is a 1000-watt inverter generator built around a 60cc OHV 4-stroke engine that runs on gasoline. This wattage class powers small appliances, laptops, power tools, and camping equipment without the noise footprint of conventional generators. The inverter technology means the power output stays clean and stable, which protects sensitive electronics like phones and laptops from voltage spikes that can cause permanent damage. At 30 pounds, this unit sits at the lightweight end of the portable generator spectrum, making it genuinely grab-and-go for one person. The 0.69-gallon fuel tank and 5.2-hour runtime at 50% load define a refueling cycle measured in hours, not days, so users planning extended trips need to account for fuel stops or carry extra cans.