Compare Generators Side-by-Side

Generator

Generator

2250 W

119 lbs

10 h

120

120V 60 Hz

223 cc OHV 4-stroke

OHV 4-stroke

Recoil

Recoil

3 years

2 years

5000 W

2250 W

10 h

CARB

CARB, EPA

696471075809

815683024881

4000

1800

10

6

2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R)

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

60

60

OHV 4-stroke

OHV 4-stroke

SAE 30 or 10W-30

10

Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring

Low oil and overload protection

Oil, funnel, and wheel kit

Tool kit

2

The DEWALT DXGNR4000 is a 4000-watt gasoline generator built around a 223cc OHV 4-stroke engine. This wattage class sits at the threshold between household backup and light job site work. At 4000 running watts, it can power a refrigerator, sump pump, and several lights simultaneously during an outage, or run circular saws and air compressors on a construction site, but not both at full capacity. The 5000-watt peak handles motor startup surges, which matters when appliances draw 20 to 30 percent more current at the moment they turn on. The DXGNR4000 targets users who need portability without sacrificing power. A 3.4-gallon fuel tank delivers 10 hours of runtime at half load, meaning a full tank gets you through a night of backup power or a full workday on site. The recoil start requires physical effort to fire up, but it eliminates the complexity and cost of electric ignition. DEWALT backs this unit with a three-year warranty, signaling confidence in the engine and electrical components.

The Cat INV2000 is an 1800-watt inverter generator built for users who need portable, clean power without the noise. At 48.8 pounds and measuring 19.6 x 12.5 x 18.1 inches, this unit bridges the gap between lightweight portability and genuine load capacity. It runs on standard gasoline and produces less than 3% THD, meaning laptops, phones, and sensitive electronics stay safe from voltage spikes. The recoil start fires up quickly, and the 52 dBA noise level keeps it quiet enough for residential areas and campgrounds. With 10 hours of runtime at 25% load and 6 hours at 50% load, users can power essential devices through a full day or night without refueling. The 1-gallon fuel tank and automatic low-oil shutdown mean less maintenance worry. This is a grab-and-go generator for camping, tailgating, emergency backup, and light outdoor work where portability matters as much as power.