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Generac GP2200i
The big-box-store inverter that covers the basics for half the Honda's price.
Specs
| Running watts | 1,700 W |
| Starting watts | 2,200 W |
| Type | Inverter |
| Fuel | Gasoline |
| Weight | 46.6 lb |
| Fuel tank | 1.2 gal |
| Runtime (mfr claim) | ~10.75 h at 25% load |
| Outlets | Two 20A 125V, USB |
| Start | Recoil |
| Parallel capable | Yes |
| CO safety shutoff | Yes — built-in CO sensor |
| Typical street price | ~$550 (fluctuates — check listing) |
Figures are the manufacturer's published specs; dashes mean the maker doesn't publish a number. Verify against the current datasheet before you buy.
What can it actually run?
Checked with the same math as our calculator: total running watts, plus the single largest motor surge on top. “Tight” means it technically fits but the load sits above 80% of rated output — fine briefly, not where you want to live.
- ✗ too muchFridge, Wi-Fi, and lights730 W running · 2,230 W peak
- ✗ too muchStorm essentials (fridge, freezer, furnace fan, sump pump)3,080 W running · 4,630 W peak
- ✗ too muchEssentials plus a 10,000 BTU window AC4,280 W running · 6,680 W peak
- ✗ too muchMost of the house (well pump, central AC, laundry)13,680 W running · 19,680 W peak
The installer's take
A fridge, a TV, phone chargers, and some lights — that's the honest job description, and it does it fine. It's louder under load than the Honda and the fit-and-finish is a step down, but at this price you can buy one, use it twice a year, and not think about the depreciation.
Pros
- Low buy-in price from a known brand
- Bigger tank than most 2,200W units — longer runs
- COsense CO shutoff on current models
Cons
- Noticeably louder than premium inverters under load
- 1,700W running rating is on the low side of the class
Best for: Occasional-use buyers who want a known brand without paying the Honda premium.