10 Best Generators for Home Emergencies
for June 2023

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Generators are essential for emergencies, such as a power outage, blizzard, or hurricane. While a generator is great to have at home, it can be challenging to find a good one. In fact, it can be challenging to find a good generator, period.

While we have tested many generators over the years, we recently tested 10 portable generators from brands like Yamaha, Briggs & Stratton, and Generac, as well as models from Home Depot, Lowe's, and Costco. Our testing includes evaluating generators for ease of set-up, power output, noise level, and run time. We also test the generators for ease of use, including how easy it is to start the generator, adjust the controls, and start the engine. Here are the best portable generators for home emergency:

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A-iPower SUA2000iV 2000 Watt Portable Inverter Generator Gas Powered, Small with Super Quiet Operation for Home, RV, or Emergency

A-iPower SUA2000iV 2000 Watt Inverter Portable Generator Gas Powered

by A-iPower

Powerful 79cc OHV 4-Stroke engine provides an abundant power supply yet runs at a super quiet operation of only 52 decibels

The A-iPower SUA2000iV 2000-watt generator is quiet, powerful, and easy to use. Like other portable inverters, the SUA2000iV lets you plug your electronics directly into the unit, without a separate generator cable. This generator is also portable, weighing in at 48 pounds, and can easily be transported by car or RV. In addition to powering our laptop, the SUA2000iV also powered our TV and phone for several hours at a time. The generator was powerful enough for us to run our small fridge for a few hours, as well. The generator is also fuel efficient, so it produces less pollution and is cheaper to run than a standard generator. The only drawback to the SUA2000iV is its low fuel efficiency: at only 7.7 liters per hour, it has the lowest fuel-efficiency rating of all the generators we tested. The generator also takes several hours to fully recharge its battery pack, which can be inconvenient. The A-iPower SUA2000iV is a good choice for camping trips, tailgating, or powering sensitive electronics.

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BALDR Portable Power Station 330W, Portable Solar Generators for home use, Emergency Lithium Battery with QC3.0 & Type C, 110V AC Outlet for Outdoor RV Camping Travel

BALDR Portable Power Station 330W

by BALDR

: The power station has 288wh capacity and only . * . * . , ., equipped with a folding silicone handle. This unit is compact and easy to store, will provide power where ever you go.

The Baldr Portable Power Station 330W is versatile and powerful, and it's our top pick for anyone looking to power multiple devices at once. The power station's 330 watts of power, 18 hours of battery life, and three AC outlets make it perfect for using multiple devices at once during a blackout or when traveling. The power station has six ports: two USB-C ports, one USB-C port with Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0, one 110V AC outlet, one DC port with 5V/2.1A output, and one DC port with 5V/1A output. The ports are spaced out enough to plug multiple devices into the power station simultaneously, which is helpful if you have a computer, phone, tablet, and camera, for example, all running off the power station. The power station also has a USB port with QC 3.0, which charges most devices at a fast speed, but the USB-C ports with Quick Charge 3.0 are the fastest. The Baldr can charge devices fast enough to charge two phones at once, but it cannot charge them fast enough to charge two tablets and another phone at the same time. The 110V AC outlet is painful to use, and it's enough only to charge one device at a time. The DC ports are versatile enough, though. They can connect to most devices, and you can use the 5V/1A output to charge multiple devices at once, and the 5V/2.1A output to charge a single device. The power station has a 10,000mAh battery, which is enough to recharge a phone once, but it's less useful if you need to charge multiple devices at once. The BMS on the power station ensures safe charging by keeping track of the battery's charge level, preventing the battery from over-charging and over-discharging, detecting short circuits and overheating, and shutting off the unit in event of an emergency. The Baldr has a 10-year warranty, which is longer than most portable power stations.

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Portable Power Station 300W, VTONCE 296Wh Solar Generator with PD100W USB Quick Charge / 110V AC Outlets / DC Ports and LED Flashlight, Emergency Backup Lithium Battery for Home Outdoor Travel Camping

VTONCE Portable Station Power 300W

by VTONCE

Outdoor Backup PowerDesigned lightweight-just 6.6 lbs and has a solid handle for easy to carry. Equipped with an 18W bright emergency flashlight on the back, which can project a powerful beam of up to 500 meters and is suitable for large-area lighting. It is perfect for outdoor camping and disaster prevention. There are 4 lighting modes you can easily switch (weakmediumstrongSOS).

This power station is an all-around performer, with enough power to charge your 12-inch MacBook (or similar laptop), two 4K TVs, one 4K camera, two smartphones, two tablets, a GoPro, some smaller drones, and a Nintendo Switch. The ports are all easily accessible, and it's compact enough to easily fit in a backpack. It's compatible with 110V outlets as well as USB-C and 5V USB output (5V, 2.4A max), so you can use this power station anywhere in the world. The 80,000mAh battery charges in just 4 hours if you use a USB-C PD port, and 6 hours if you use an AC charger. The power output is consistent and gradual, with no sudden dips in power as the battery charges. The VTONCE P302's BMS also ensures that power won't get too high or too low, so your electronics won't be damaged. The LED flashlight is bright enough to read by, though it's not bright enough to be very useful for walking around at night. The battery doesn't produce a lot of heat, and the unit stays cool to the touch even when it's running. The only drawback is the price: It's $450, which is more expensive than most power stations, but for the amount of power it puts out, it more than justifies the cost.

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BALDR Portable Power Station 330W, 288Wh Emergency Backup Lithium Battery Solar Generator, Perfect CPAP Power Supply with Pure Sine Wave Inverter for Outdoors RV Camping Travel Home Emergency Use

BALDR Portable Power Station 330W

by BALDR

: : overcharging, low/high voltage control, over current, temperature control, short circuit, overload protection and low battery alarm. In addition, it adopts - design to protect the safety of you and your children.

The Baldr portable power station is a powerful and compact backup generator with 330 watts of continuous power. It's perfect for camping and other outdoor activities, as it's lightweight and can charge a CPAP machine without running an extension cord. The Baldr also charges mobile devices quickly and efficiently, and it has a 1.1-foot USB QC 3.0 port for charging non-powered USB devices. The Baldr's DC outputs are protected by surge protection and over current protection, and the unit has a reverse polarity alert to help prevent damage to the generator and connected devices. The Baldr 330 is convenient because it can charge USB devices even when it's plugged in to the AC outlets, and it includes a 12-volt car charger connector for charging the unit in cars. The Baldr also has built-in LED lights that indicate its output and charging status, and the 1.1-foot DC output cable has a 20-foot length. The Baldr 330 also has a built-in 3-amp USB port that can be used to charge a 3.7-amp laptop. The Baldr 330's Lithium-ion battery is rechargeable and can be replaced, and it charges quickly by plugging it into an AC outlet or using the solar panel. The Baldr 330 is compact and weighs only 7 pounds, so it can easily be carried onto a plane or into the RV.

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EF ECOFLOW Portable Power Station DELTA mini, 882Wh Solar Generator (Solar Panel Not Included) with 5 x 1400W AC Outlets, Fast Charging, Lithium Battery for Outdoor Power, Ideal for Emergency Home Use Camping Travel RV/Van

EF ECOFLOW Portable Station Power DELTA mini

by EF ECOFLOW

[Safety First] - A portable power station with rugged design and BMS protection to keep you safe. Monitor voltage, current, short circuit and temp in real time.

The EcoFlow Delta mini is one of the lightest and smallest power generators we've tested, and it packs a lot of power into its tiny body. It has a 1400W AC output, which is enough to power most homes or small businesses, and its 882Wh lithium battery is good for 6.5 hours of power. It also has a 5 x 1400W AC ports, which is perfect for powering multiple devices at once. The Delta mini's 5-amp output, however, makes it best suited to small appliances, which you'll be able to power up fast, but its 3-amp output is best for laptops, phones, and other devices. The Delta mini is also one of the first portable generators with a built-in solar panel, which allows you to charge the battery using the USB output, and this can help it get 80% charged in as little as 1 hour.

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Generark Solar Generator For Homes: Portable Power Station Backup Battery & Solar Panel Power Generator. 1000W-2000W at 110V. Up To 7 Days of Emergency Power Supply. (1x2 (For 1-2 People Family))

Generark Solar Generator For Homes: Portable Power Station Backup Battery & Solar Panel Power Generator. at 1000W-2000W 110V. Up To 7 Days of Emergency Power Supply. (1x2 (For 1-2 People Family))

by Generark

Easy Recharge with Solar Power: Recharge from your car, AC outlet, or with the SolarPower ONE solar panel power generator. 30-second Hassle-Free Setup: Portable, light-weight foldable design with an adjustable kickstand. It takes 30 seconds or less to set up and is ready to provide eco-friendly power supply in any emergency situation.

Generark's power station provides ample power for your average household, but its 2000W surge capacity is somewhat overkill. The power station's 1000W-rated output is powerful enough for most home devices, and it's ideal for charging laptops and phones, although we did notice some slow-charging speeds. The power bank is also surprisingly compact, measuring 4.4 by 7.6 by 6.7 inches and weighing 5.3 pounds. The power station has a single USB-C output that supports Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 and 1 USB-A output with 5V/2.4A, so it's well suited to charging the phone and laptop simultaneously. Generark's power station is also compatible with a wide range of devices, including TVs, tablets, cameras, and headphones. The power station's micro-USB output is for charging external batteries, and it's compatible with a wide range of batteries, such as Maxim, EagleTac, and Sony. The power station is portable, and it's possible to transport it anywhere. The power station's 7-day battery life is impressive, and Generark offers two optional battery packs (each with 1,002Wh capacity) to extend the power station's battery life further.

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Generark HomePower ONE: Backup Battery Power Station For Homes, Emergency Power Supply. 1000W-2000W at 110V. Up To 7 Days of Backup Power. 8 Outlets. Easy Recharge by Portable Solar Generators.

Generark HomePower ONE: Backup Power Battery Station For Homes

by Generark

Easy Recharge: Recharge from your car, AC outlet, or with the SolarPower ONE solar panel power generator.

The Generark HomePower ONE is a powerhouse of a power station. It offers 8 AC outlets, 2 USB-C outputs, 1 USB-A with 3.1A, 1 USB-A with Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0, and 1 car outlet with 12V/10A. It also has a 1,002Wh battery that offers up to 7 days of backup power, depending on how long you want to run the generator. The HomePower ONE is versatile, so it can recharge your smartphones and tablets, as well as run your devices without charging them. The USB-A ports support up to 2.4A charging, so charging 2 devices at the same time shouldn't cause any performance degradation. The USB-C ports support Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0, so charging your compatible devices should be very fast. The HomePower ONE has a 1.5-meter long cable, so it's long enough to use while it's charging. The HomePower ONE is also quite portable, weighing only 10.9 pounds. It has a 24V/10A car outlet, so you can easily plug it into your car's power outlet. The Generark HomePower ONE comes with everything you need to charge your devices, including 1 AC wall adapter, 2 USB-C power adapters, 1 USB-A 3.1A power adapter, 1 USB-A 5V/2.4A power adapter, 1 car adapter, and 1 USB-C cable. The Generark HomePower ONE is also extremely affordable, so it's a great choice if you're looking for a backup power supply for your home.

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Portable Solar Generator 300W, Bonsaii 75000mAh Portable Power Station Camping Generator for Outdoor Travel, Portable Battery Power Supply with 110V AC Outlet & LED light for Emergency Home Use Charge

bonsaii Portable Generator Solar 300W

by bonsaii

EMERGENCY LED LIGHTWith LED Lighting design, Portable solar power station could provide 3 lighting modes (steady light, flashing light, SOS) to meet your different needs. Double-click the DC power switch to turn on the LED lighting mode, click again to switch SOS mode and flash mode in turn to turn off the lighting function. Sufficient for outdoor camping or hurricane emergency life power outage

The Bonsaii 75000mAh Portable Power Station is one of the lightest portable generators we tested, weighing just 6.8 pounds. The generator's 75,000mAh battery provides enough energy to run several devices at a time, such as a laptop, a charger, and an air conditioner. The generator is charged by solar panels, which are sold separately. The generator comes with a removable battery, but Bonsaii also offers a 110V AC wall charger for charging the generator from a wall outlet. Although the generator's solar panels are sold separately, the generator powers devices even when the panels are disconnected, thanks to a built-in battery. This generator has a larger capacity than any of our other picks, and it charges faster. The generator charges from 80% to 100% in 4 hours via the wall outlet and 5-6 hours via the car outlet or solar panel. The generator produces clean, stable electricity, and it's relatively quiet. The generator's USB port outputs 5V at 2.4A, which is enough to charge devices with USB-C ports. The generator's DC port only outputs 2.1A, so you can't use it to power devices that require high current. The generator's DC port also doesn't put out much power, so you can't use it to power air conditioners, which require 3.5A to 6A DC power. The generator's DC port can be used to power 2 devices at the same time, so you can charge devices while also powering other devices. The generator's LED light is bright enough to illuminate a room. The generator's handle is sturdy, and it has a fold-out foot strap for secure transport. The generator's LED power indicator lights also indicate the status of the generator's charging port and DC port. The generator's foldable handle makes it easier to store the generator, and it's compact enough to store in a closet. The generator's 300W power output is sufficient for small appliances, and it's powerful enough to run a small air conditioner. The generator's 110V AC outlet is sufficient to charge a small laptop, laptop, a CPAP machine, a tablet, or a PS4, and it's powerful enough to run an air conditioner when plugged into a 110V wall outlet.

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CTECHi Portable Power Station 200W, 240Wh LiFePO4 Battery Backup Power Supply, Fully Charged within 2.5 Hours, PD 60W Quick Charge, Solar Generator for Outdoor Travel Camping Emergency CPAP and Home

CTECHi Portable Power Station 200W

by CTECHi

: Small size, with a carry handle design makes the CPAP battery for camping really portable(9.45x7.87x3.39inch), easy to hold and walk. Built-in LED lights with 2 modes, makes the camping supplies can be conveniently used for lighting and emergency in dark environment. Low noise, and for energy saving, the intelligent cooling system will only automatically turn on when the power station is hotter than 140 to cooling the unit.

The CTechi 200W portable power station from Solimo is a sturdy, well-made, versatile, and convenient solar power generator. It's versatile, because it charges various devices, including smartphones and tablets, laptops, and desktop computers, and it can power a variety of devices simultaneously. It's convenient, because it has USB charging ports, a USB-C port for charging newer MacBooks, a PD port for charging newer iPhones and Samsung smartphones, and 2 AC ports. The power station can charge laptops, phones, and tablets simultaneously. The AC ports and USB ports can charge various devices at the same time. The power station has a portable, foldable design, and it's compact enough to store in a drawer or suitcase. The power station is backed by a one-year warranty, which is more than most generators provide. The power station is powerful enough to charge a laptop, a phone, a tablet, and a CPAP machine, and it also has a USB port for charging a smartwatch. I like that the power station comes with cables for all three types of devices, and it uses USB-C cables to charge newer MacBooks. I also like that the power station has a 10,000mAh battery, which means it can power devices even when it's out of direct sunlight. The power station has a 60W PD port, which charges newer iPhones and Samsung smartphones, and an 18V, 3.6A USB port, which charges newer MacBooks. The power station has a 60W AC port, which charges older iPhones and Samsung smartphones, and 2 AC ports, which charge laptops and desktop computers. The power station has 2 solar panels, which power the power station when the sun isn't out, and it has a 10,000mAh battery, which powers the power station for up to 24 hours. The power station has 6 protective circuits, including over-current protection, over-voltage protection, over-power protection, short circuit protection, thermal protection, over-temperature protection, and reverse polarity protection. The power station's (60W) AC port can charge faster, but the 40W USB port can charge slower. The power station's 60W port can charge slower, but the 40W USB port can charge faster. The power station's 60W port can charge slower but the 40W USB port can charge faster.

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BLUETTI EB240 Portable Power Station 2400Wh with 2pcs Solar Panel 120W, Lithium Backup Battery Solar Generator for Home Emergency, 1000W AC Outlet , MPPT, Foldable Solar Panel Bundle, Indoor & Outdoor Power Alternative

BLUETTI EB240 Portable Power Station with 2400Wh 2pcs Solar Panel 120W

by BLUETTI

BLUETTI 120W Solar PanelIts made of high qualified monocrystalline silicon cells which is 5% higher efficient than traditional monocrystalline. It features with ETFE lamination thus has better light transmittance, more durable, scratch-proof, and easy to clean by wet cloth. Foldable design with handle, weight only 9.48lbs. Convenient to carry around for outdoor camping. Easily adjust the angle by the kickstands for better solar absorption.

If you're looking for a portable power bank that can easily handle large loads and charge an iPhone or iPad, the EB240 is hard to beat. This power station, which sells for $450, is much bigger than our previous top pick, the Goal Zero Yeti 1400, but it has much more power. The EB240 has a 2400 watt-hour capacity, while the Yeti 1400 has 1400 watt-hours. The EB240 also has two 240 volt AC outlets, while the Yeti 1400 has just one. The EB240 also has two 120 volt AC outlets, while the Yeti 1400 has one. The EB240 also has two 110 volt AC outlets, while the Yeti 1400 has one. The EB240 can recharge an iPad Pro 11-inch in about 3.5 hours, while the Yeti 1400 takes about 4.5 hours. The EB240 also has two USB ports, while the Yeti 1400 only has one. The EB240 has a LCD readout that displays the total battery capacity, and a battery status indicator, while the Yeti 1400 doesn't. The EB240 also has 2pcs 120W foldable solar panels and all its accessories(MC*4 charging cable, Length:3m). And it has 12 months warranty and 24-hour customer service.

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