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  • Powerhorse 2500i
  • AIVOLT VS1600101
  • Model 2500i
    Model 2500i

    Powerhorse 1,800W Gas Generator

    1800W
    Running
    62 dB
    Noise
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  • Model VS1600101
    Model VS1600101

    AIVOLT 1,260W Gas Inverter Generator

    1260W
    Running
    57 dB
    Noise
    View details
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Running watts
W
Starting watts
W
Noise
dB
Runtime @50%
h
Running watts by fuel
Shows how output changes across gasoline/propane/natural gas (when available).
Generator Specifications Comparison
SpecificationPowerhorse 2500iAIVOLT VS1600101
General
Product type
Generator
Not available
Fuel
Gasoline
Gasoline
InverterYesYes
Parallel capableYesYes
RV readyNoNo
Running watts
Winner: Winner: 1800 W
1260 W
Starting watts
Winner: Winner: 2500 W
1600 W
Noise (lower limit)
62 dB
Winner: Winner: 57 dB
Weight
48.3 lbs
Winner: Winner: 28 lbs
Run time @50% load
Winner: Winner: 9.5 h
Not available
Run time @25% load
10.5 h
8 h
Fuel tank
1.2 gal
3.5 gal
Fuel gaugeNoNo
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
20.4 x 12.5 x 18.3
16.93″L x 9.92″W x 15.75″H
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120
120 Volts (AC)
Voltage (DC)
Not available
Not available
GFCI outletsNoNo
Covered outletsYesNo
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesNo
THD
3 %
3 %
Engine
Engine
80 cc OHV 4-stroke
60cc 4-strokes OHV air-cooled engine
Alternator
Not available
Not available
Starting system
Recoil
Not available
Warranty
Warranty
2 years
2 years
Power by fuel
GasolineNot availableNot available
Running watts
Not available
1260 W
Starting watts
2500 W
1600 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
9.5 h
Not available
Run time @25% load
10.5 h
8 h
Other
Data center
Not available
Not available
Indicators
true
true
Compliance
EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023
Complies with Emissions Standards
Security
Not available
Not available
Spark arrestorYesNo
Neutral
Floating
Not available
UPC
840321763969
Not available
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
Not available
1260
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
2500
1600
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
9.5
Not available
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
10.5
8
AC Outlet Types
1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R)
Two 120V 20A outlets
Electrical & power
Frequency
60
60
Engine & construction
Engine Type
80 cc OHV 4-stroke
4 Stroke
Engine Displacement
80
60
Alternator Winding Material
Not available
100% copper
Runtime & fuel system
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
10.5
8
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
9.5
Not available
Controls & display
Idle Control System
Not available
Automatic Idle Control
Safety & compliance
Overload Protection System
Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring
Built-in overload protection
Low Oil ProtectionYesYes
Carbon Monoxide MonitoringYesYes
Included equipment
Included Accessories
Funnel and tool kit
Not available
Warranty & identification
Residential Warranty
Not available
2
Commercial Warranty
2
Not available
Additional specs
Summary
The Powerhorse 2500i is a portable inverter generator delivering 2,500 surge watts and 1,800 rated watts, featuring a quiet 52dB operation, CO shutdown function, and parallel-ready design for increased power needs.
The AIVOLT VS1600101 is a gasoline inverter generator with a rated wattage of 1260 and a peak wattage of 1600.
  • Most Powerful
    Powerhorse 2500i
    1800W running
  • Quietest
    AIVOLT VS1600101
    57 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    Powerhorse 2500i
    9.5h at 50% load
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