Portable Generators

Clean power, noise, fuel use and price per watt: what really separates inverter and conventional generators, and which fits your home.

The best portable generators for backing up your home, from quiet inverters to whole-panel power, with honest sizing advice and safety rules.

The best dual-fuel generators for home backup, from budget picks to whole-home power, with real specs and honest trade-offs.

Running a generator unprotected in the rain risks electrocution and damage. Here is how to do it safely with covers, canopies and smart placement.