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Best generators - April 2026

Last Updated - April 1, 2026

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Westinghouse

Westinghouse 14500 Peak Watt Tri-Fuel Home Backup Portable Generator, Remote Electric Start, Transfer Switch Ready, Gas, Propane, and Natural Gas Powered

Picked by 820 people in the last week

Westinghouse

$1,499.00

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- Powered by a heavy duty 550cc 4-Stroke OHV Westinghouse Engine constructed with a durable cast iron sleeve; Runs for up to 19 hours on a 9.5 gal. fuel tank with built-in fuel gauge; up to 7 hours on a 20 lb. propane tank
- Perfect as a backup power source for larger homes or a dependable source of portable power
- Engineered with low THD, so it's safe for sensitive electronics. Power phones, computers, TVs and more. Stay connected with people, news and entertainment during power outages, or on jobsites and campsites. Durable copper windings help your generator produce cleaner power, run cooler and last longer
- All Westinghouse portable generators are gunctionally tested in the factory and may contain minimum residual oil and/or fuel odor; EPA compliant; Backed by 3-Year limited service, labor, and parts coverage and Nationwide Customer Service Network
- 14,500 peak watts, 11,500 running watts (gasoline); 13,500 peak watts, 10,500 running watts (propane); 12,000 peak watts, 9,500 running watts (natural gas)
$1,499.00
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SIMPSON

Simpson 5250 Watt Inverter Generator 70126

SIMPSON

$1,049.00

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- Specifications: Fuel Tank Capacity –2 Gallons; Run Time at 25% Load (hours/tank or charge) – 10; Running Watts - 4,200; Starting Watts – 5,250; 49-State Compliant
- Power When You Need it, Where you Need It: SIMPSON portable inverters are designed to be smaller, lighter, quieter, and provide a more stable power supply than a conventional generator, our inverter generators are the perfect way to power a jobsite or run sensitive electronic devices like TVs and computers.
- Portable and Durable: The SGS Portable Gas Inverter includes a handle for easy mobility.
- High Quality Engine and All Day Power: The engine includes a CO sensor feature to protect itself; With a 10 -hour run time at 25% load, you’ll have the power you need for any project or outdoor adventure
- Electric Supply for a Variety of Needs: The easy access control panel features four (4) covered outlets - One (1) 120-Volt 20 Amp ; One (1) 125-Volt 30 Amp RV ; Two USB 5V (1A/2.1A)
$1,049.00
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Westinghouse

Westinghouse 12500 Watt Dual Fuel Home Backup Portable Generator, Remote Electric Start, Transfer Switch Ready, Gas and Propane Powered

Westinghouse

$999.00

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- Powered by a Heavy Duty 457cc Westinghouse 4-Stroke OHV Engine Featuring a Long-Lasting Cast Iron Sleeve with Automatic Low Oil Shutdown and Digital Hour Meter. VFT display gives you real time updates with the voltage output, frequency, and lifetime hours
- Plug-and-Play: Comes with a Remote Start Key Fob, 12V Battery Charger, Oil, an Oil Funnel, a Tool Kit, and a User’s Manual to Get You Started Right Out of the Box (Minimal Assembly Required)
- Features Two GFCI 120V 5–20R 20A Standard Household Receptacle, One Transfer Switch Ready 120V L14-30R 30A, and One RV Ready 120/240V 14–50R 50A; All Outlets Have Rubber Covers for Added Safety
- All Westinghouse Portable Generators are Functionally Tested in the Factory and May Contain Minimum Residual Oil and/or Fuel Odor; EPA Compliant; Backed By 3-Year Limited Service, Labor, and Parts Coverage and Nationwide Customer Service Network
- 9500 Running Watts and 12500 Peak Watts (Gasoline); 8500 Running Watts, 11200 Peak Watts (Propane); Remote Start with Included Key Fob, Electric and Recoil Start; Up to 12 Hours of Run Time on a 6. 6 Gallon Fuel Tank with Fuel Gauge
$999.00
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WEN

WEN 14500-Watt 120V/240V Tri-Fuel Generator, Transfer-Switch Ready with Electric Start and Wheel Kit (TF1450)

WEN

$849.99

$899.99
(6% Off)

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- Switch between gasoline (14500 surge watts, 11500 running watts), propane (12500 surge watts, 10300 running watts), and natural gas (10500 surge watts, 8750 running watts) with a simple turn of the selection dial
- Operates at 120V and 240V, making it perfect for transfer switches and emergency backup
- Includes four 120V 5-20R outlet, a 120V/240V transfer-switch-ready NEMA L14-30R outlet, a 120V/240V transfer-switch-ready NEMA 14-50R outlet, a 12V DC automotive outlet, a bottle of oil, a 6-foot LPG connection hose, an NG quick-connect adapter, and a three-year limited warranty
- Electric start powers the 500c 4-stroke OHV engine with the turn of a key
- 8.2-gallon tank provides up to 12 hours of half-load runtime
$849.99
$899.99 (6% Off)
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WEN

WEN 6800-Watt Dual Fuel RV-Ready Electric Start Portable Inverter Generator with Fuel Shut Off and CO Watchdog for Electric Vehicle Backup (DF680iX)

WEN

$798.00

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- The WEN Watchdog CO Shutdown Sensor helps protect both you and your family by automatically turning off the generator if dangerous levels of carbon monoxide are detected
- Includes fuel shut-off to help limit maintenance, onboard wheels, a telescoping pull handle, one L14-30R 120V/240V receptacle, two three-prong 120V receptacles, one TT-30R RV receptacle, one 12V DC receptacle, two 5V USB ports, a voltage selector switch, a tool-free LPG quick-connector, a six-foot-long LPG regulator hose, and a three-year warranty
- Fuel shutoff maximizes the generator’s lifespan by using up the remaining fuel in the carburetor before shutting down
- Bonded-neutral 240V configuration provides low-power Level 2 charging for battery and hybrid electric vehicles
- 224cc dual-fuel engine runs on both gasoline (6800 surge watts, 5100 rated watts) and propane (6000 surge watts, 4500 rated watts)
$798.00

Best generators - April 2026

Westinghouse 14500 Peak Watt Tri-Fuel Home Backup Portable Generator, Remote Electric Start, Transfer Switch Ready, Gas, Propane, and Natural Gas Powered

Simpson 5250 Watt Inverter Generator 70126

Westinghouse 12500 Watt Dual Fuel Home Backup Portable Generator, Remote Electric Start, Transfer Switch Ready, Gas and Propane Powered

WEN 14500-Watt 120V/240V Tri-Fuel Generator, Transfer-Switch Ready with Electric Start and Wheel Kit (TF1450)

WEN 6800-Watt Dual Fuel RV-Ready Electric Start Portable Inverter Generator with Fuel Shut Off and CO Watchdog for Electric Vehicle Backup (DF680iX)

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