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| Specification | Champion Power Equipment 201285 | Honda EU1000i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | Yes |
| Parallel capable | No | Yes |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 1200 W | 900 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 1500 W | 1000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 65 dB | Winner: Winner: 42 dB |
| Weight | 58 lbs | Winner: Winner: 28.7 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 10 h | 5 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 6.8 h |
| Fuel tank | 1.46 gal | 0.55 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 18.1 x 14.1 x 16.9 | 17.8 x 9.5 x 14.9 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 79 cc OHV 4-stroke | Honda GXH50 OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve. |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 1200 W | 900 W |
| Starting watts | 1500 W | 1000 W |
| Running amps (120V) | Not available | Not available |
| Running amps (240V) | Not available | Not available |
| Peak amps (120V) | Not available | Not available |
| Peak amps (240V) | Not available | Not available |
| Run time @50% load | 10 h | 5 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 6.8 h |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | true |
| Compliance | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 | CARB, EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Floating | Not available |
| UPC | 817198026749 | 786102007436 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 1200 | 900 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 1500 | 1000 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 5 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 6.8 |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) | 1x Duplex 120V 15A (5-15R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | Honda GXH50 OHV 4-stroke. |
| Engine Displacement | 79 | 49.4 |
| Cylinder Sleeve | Not available | Cast iron sleeve |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30 | Not available |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 6.8 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 5 |
| Controls & display | ||
| Display Type | Data centerVFT | Not available |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Included Accessories | Oil and funnel | No |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Champion 1200-Watt Portable Generator with CO Shield® offers reliable power with a 79cc engine, providing 1500 starting watts and 1200 running watts. It features a CO Shield® carbon monoxide auto shutoff system, ensuring safety during operation. With a 1.46-gallon fuel tank, it delivers up to 10 hours of run time at 50% load and operates at a noise level of 65 dBA from 23 feet. | The Honda EU1000i is a lightweight, super quiet, and fuel-efficient 1000-watt inverter generator, ideal for powering small appliances and sensitive electronics during recreational activities or emergencies. |