Compare Generators Side-by-Side

Generator

Generator

2400 W

90 lbs

8 h

120

120V 60 Hz

79 cc OHV 4-stroke

171 cc Firman Max-Pro Series OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve

Recoil

Recoil, Electric

3 years

3 years

2400 W

3300 W

8 h

9 h

CARB, EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023

CARB, EPA

11675307585

840876130827

3000

8

9

60

60

OHV 4-stroke

OHV 4-stroke

Cast iron sleeve

8

9

Low oil and overload protection

Low oil and overload protection

Oil

Oil, funnel, tool kit, battery charger, battery charging cables, and battery

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 Firman W03082 is a 3000-watt inverter generator built around a 171cc OHV 4-stroke engine. At this wattage, it can power most household appliances simultaneously: a refrigerator (600W), microwave (1000W), and several lights and chargers without strain. The 3300-watt peak handles motor startup surges for tools like circular saws or air compressors. Because it runs on gasoline with a 1.8-gallon tank, refueling happens frequently at higher loads, but the 9-hour runtime at 25% load means light-duty camping or backup power runs through a full day without interruption. The inverter topology keeps total harmonic distortion below 3%, which means laptops, phones, and sensitive medical equipment charge safely without risk of damage from dirty power.