Top 6 Best Home Generators in 2022| Reviews and Buying Guide

Westinghouse WGen7500 is our top pick for the best whole house generator. Please note that this generator can only run gasoline; however, there is a dual fuel option available too.

It is rated for 7500 running watts and 9500 surge watts, and by using this generator, you can power almost all the appliances in your home during power outages.

You can start the generator remotely by using key fob from a very far distance, and for the backup, Westinghouse has included electric start, as well as recoil, start feature.

Its powerful 4-stroke engine is very reliable and requires little maintenance if you take care of the generator properly, especially when the generator is not in use. Do not forget to remove the oil from the tank and carburetor when you want to use the generator for a long time.

Moreover, this generator comes with a transfer switch ready port, which allows you to connect the generator directly to your house. Other than that, it has a 6.6-gallon fuel tank, and on the full gas tank, you will get 16 hours of runtime at a 25% load.

Last but not least, this unit is sold with three years of warranty.

If you like to use propane in your generator to cut the fuel costs, then Rainier R12000DF is for you. In addition to propane, you can also use gasoline, which is a huge advantage.

When running on gasoline, Rainier R12000DF provides 12,000 surge watts and 9500 running watts. Similarly, you will get 10,800 peak watts and 8550 running watts using the propane.

Although it does not come with a remote start feature but electric start feature isn’t that bad either. And this feature relies on the internal battery to work, so if sometimes this battery gets discharged, then you can the recoil start option.

Other than that, it is equipped with a powerful 4-stroke engine that can run up to 17 hours of runtime at a 25% load. The operating noise level of this unit is 72 decibels, which will decrease even further as you put it away from your house for protection against harmful gases.

Moreover, you can use this generator for recreational use due to its EPA and CARB certifications. For easy transportation, it includes wheels and foldable handle too.

Our next choice is All Power America APGG10000GL, which is also a dual fuel generator. Meaning that it can run on both gasoline and propane. By using a toggle switch, you can switch between these two fuels.

If we talk about the power output, then it offers 1000 watts of peak power and 8000 watts of running power when using gasoline. In addition, it will provide 8500 peak watts and 7000 running watts when running propane.

It is fitted with an 8-gallon fuel tank that holds enough fuel for 11 hours if you run the generator at a 50% load. Additionally, it has seven output ports, such as four 120V AC ports, one 120V twist-lock outlet, one 120V/240V outlet, and one 12V DC output port.

This generator comes at a very reasonable price range; however, its body is not that reliable, so look out for that when choosing this generator. Moreover, the gas option generator is much cheaper than this one if you are on a tight budget.

Also, this generator is not CARB compliant, so you cannot use it in California, but due to its EPA certifications, you can use it in other states of the USA. The weight of this unit is 236 pounds, and dimensions are 31 x 23 x 21 inches.

Champion 100519 is different from all the generators we have reviewed so far. This particular unit deploys the inverter technology in it that gives you clean power and higher fuel efficiency.

However, this technology comes at a price, which is why Champion 100519 is expensive compared to other generators in our list.

Its internal circuitry adjusts the speed of the engine according to your power demand; thus, its noise output reduces drastically at lower loads. On average, its noise level tops out at 69 dBA, which is very low compared to non-inverter generators.

It can produce 6250 surge watts and 5000 rated watts, and the runtime is 12.5 hours when you run the generator at 25% load.

For the easy starting, it also includes the electric start feature, and it's designed to start the generator even in cold weather. Other than that, its economy-mode is all you could ask for, and this feature helps in reducing the wear and tear of the engine and not to mention the quieter operation.

Champion is offering three years of warranty and lifetime technical support. Additionally, the generator has passed all the necessary tests, including EPA and CARB.

Duromax is another great brand that produces top-notch generators. The only thing I did not like about Duromax is that their generators are bulky and heavy compared to other manufacturers.

Anyways, let’s take a look at the features of this generator and see if it is worth your money or not.

XP4400E is powered by a 7HP engine that is not only powerful, but it is reliable too. It is rated for 4400 surge watts and 3500 rated watts. With this power, you can run major appliances in your home, including air conditioner, TV, refrigerator, and other high amperage tools.

You will get two voltage levels, including 120V and 240V, to run even high power-consuming devices easily. This unit has EPA as well as CARB certification so that you can use it in all 50 states of the USA.

With its 3.9-gallon fuel tank, you can expect 8 hours of runtime when operating the generator at a 50% load. Furthermore, there is a built-in surge protector in the generator that protects it again any power surges.

That’s not all; it also includes GFCI outlet and RV ready port for the user’s convenience. For additional safety, Duromax XP4400E incorporates a low oil shut-off sensor. Features like electric start and built-in mufflers add another advantage on the list.