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Our best overall pick is the Westinghouse 4,500-watt inverter generator. It’s able to run up to 18 hours on a 3.4-gallon tank with dual fuel technology. With its low oil shutdown, fuel is ...

Consumer Reports members can use CR’s generator ratings to choose a specific portable, inverter, or whole-home generator. We currently have about 80 models in the ratings. Using a Generator Safely ...

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A generator can keep the lights on in your home during a power outage or can charge your phone when you’re camping. Generators turn mechanical energy into electrical energy and become a source ...

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Never use a portable generator inside your home or garage or on a carport, even if doors and windows are open. Place a generator outside, at least 20 feet away from doors and windows.

The 2,500-watt generator offers two 120-volt, 20-amp AC outlets, a 12-volt socket, and a dual-port USB adapter to charge smaller electronic devices like your smartphone.

Even if your generator is ready to run, you’ll need enough fuel to keep it going in the event of a prolonged outage. Keep at least 10 gallons of fresh gasoline for emergencies or two 20-pound ...

Maybe you’re looking for a dual fuel generator to run your RV or campsite. Or maybe you want a home backup for essential appliances but don’t need all the power of a full backup generator.

Why it made the cut: Power your fridge or a chainsaw with this heavy-duty generator. The 3,800-watt Champion generator can use gas or propane, making it a great all-around generator. But it really ...