Compare Generators Side-by-Side

Generator

Generator

2400 W

78 lbs

8 h

16.2 h

120

120

79 cc OHV 4-stroke

223 cc 4-stroke

Recoil

Recoil

3 years

3 years

2400 W

4800 W

8 h

CARB, EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023

N/A

11675307585

628963400837

3600

11.8

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

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

60

60

OHV 4-stroke

4-stroke

SAE 10W-30

8

Low oil and overload protection

Low oil and overload protection

Oil

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 Energizer eZV4800 is a 3,600-watt inverter generator built on a 223cc 4-stroke engine. This wattage class handles mid-range household loads: refrigerators, window air conditioners, power tools, and multiple devices simultaneously. The 78-pound weight and 18 x 17 x 21 inch footprint make it portable enough for job sites and camping trips, yet substantial enough to deliver real power without constant refueling. Gasoline fuel means no special storage concerns, and the inverter output protects laptops, phones, and televisions from voltage spikes.