What kind of portable generator do I need for a camping trip?

A smaller, quieter, and more fuel-efficient generator with a smaller output is ideal for a typical <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Outdoor-Power-Equipment-Generators-Portable-Generators/Campsite/N-5yc1vZbx9nZ1z1clg6?emt=plpfaq_2412_portablegenerators" style="text-decoration: underline;">camping trip</a>. Consider a generator with a low noise rating and fuel efficiency for your peace of mind and to extend your trip.

How do I start a portable generator?

Many portable generators come with <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Outdoor-Power-Equipment-Generators-Portable-Generators/Recoil-Start/N-5yc1vZbx9nZ1z1cr53?emt=plpfaq_2412_portablegenerators" style="text-decoration: underline;">recoil starts</a>, which require a manual pull to activate the engine. Others offer <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Outdoor-Power-Equipment-Generators-Portable-Generators/Electric-Switch/N-5yc1vZbx9nZ1z1cr0e?emt=plpfaq_2412_portablegenerators" style="text-decoration: underline;">electric starts</a>, allowing you to turn a key or push a button. For even more convenience, <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Outdoor-Power-Equipment-Generators-Portable-Generators/Remote/N-5yc1vZbx9nZ1z1cr0z?emt=plpfaq_2412_portablegenerators" style="text-decoration: underline;">remote start models</a> will enable you to start your generator from a distance.

Which highly rated portable generators are the top rated?

The <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Outdoor-Power-Equipment-Generators-Portable-Generators/Highly-Rated/Powermate/N-5yc1vZbx9nZ3j7Zbwo5o?emt=plpfaq_2412_portablegenerators" style="text-decoration: underline;">Powermate</a> is one of our top-rated highly rated portable generators.

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Generac8125 / 6500-Watt Gasoline Powered Portable Generator with COSense and 20 ft. Extension Cord Included - GP6500

(4.3 / 99)

Model# G0076721

$79900

Champion Power Equipment7850/6250-Watt Recoil Start Gasoline and Propane Powered Dual Fuel Portable Generator with CO Shield

(4.4 / 849)

Model# 201463

$82900

Champion Power Equipment5300/4250-Watt Gasoline and Propane Powered Dual Fuel Portable Generator with CO Shield

(4.7 / 1075)

Model# 201279

$54900

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DEWALT10000 / 8000-Watt Electric Start Gas Powered Portable Generator with Idle Control, GFCI Outlets and CO Protect-DXGNR8000

(4.3 / 655)

Model# DXGNR8000

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$1,00716

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RYOBI6500-Watt Gasoline Powered Portable Generator with CO Detect Shutdown Sensor

(4.3 / 1480)

Model# RY906500S

$79900

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Generac8125/6500-Watt Dual Fuel Portable Generator, Easy-To-Use Electric Start

(4.8 / 93)

Model# 8152

$1,09900

Champion Power Equipment11,500/9,200-Watt Electric Start Gasoline, Propane and Natural Gas Tri-Fuel Portable Generator with CO Shield

(4.8 / 246)

Model# 201412

$99900

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Westinghouse14,500-Watt/11,500-Watt Remote Start Tri-Fuel Portable Generator with Transfer Switch Outlet, Remote Start and CO Sensor

(4.9 / 8646)

Model# WGen11500TFc

$1,49900

Westinghouse14500/11500-Watt Tri-Fuel Generator with CO Sensor, Transfer Switch, Cover, Hose

(4.9 / 10630)

$1,67299

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Westinghouse14,500-Watt/11,500-Watt Remote Start Dual Fuel Gas and Propane Portable Generator with Transfer Switch Outlet, CO Sensor

(4.9 / 7888)

Model# WGen11500DFc

$1,34900

Westinghouse13,500/10,500-Watt Tri-Fuel Gas, Propane, Natural Gas Powered Portable Generator with Remote Electric Start, 50A Outlet

(4.9 / 8709)

Model# WGen10500TFc

$1,24900

Westinghouse13,500-Watt/10,500-Watt Remote Start Dual Fuel Gas and Propane Portable Generator with 50A Outlet, CO Sensor

(4.9 / 7934)

Model# WGen10500DFc

$1,09900

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Generac8125 /​ 6500-​Watt Gasoline Powered Portable Generator with COSense and 20 ft.​ Extension Cord Included -​ GP6500

Champion Power Equipment7850/​6250-​Watt Recoil Start Gasoline and Propane Powered Dual Fuel Portable Generator with CO Shield

Champion Power Equipment5300/​4250-​Watt Gasoline and Propane Powered Dual Fuel Portable Generator with CO Shield

DEWALT10000 /​ 8000-​Watt Electric Start Gas Powered Portable Generator with Idle Control, GFCI Outlets and CO Protect-​DXGNR8000

RYOBI6500-​Watt Gasoline Powered Portable Generator with CO Detect Shutdown Sensor

Generac8125/​6500-​Watt Dual Fuel Portable Generator, Easy-​To-​Use Electric Start

Champion Power Equipment11,500/​9,200-​Watt Electric Start Gasoline, Propane and Natural Gas Tri-​Fuel Portable Generator with CO Shield

Westinghouse14,500-​Watt/​11,500-​Watt Remote Start Tri-​Fuel Portable Generator with Transfer Switch Outlet, Remote Start and CO Sensor

Westinghouse14500/​11500-​Watt Tri-​Fuel Generator with CO Sensor, Transfer Switch, Cover, Hose

Westinghouse14,500-​Watt/​11,500-​Watt Remote Start Dual Fuel Gas and Propane Portable Generator with Transfer Switch Outlet, CO Sensor

Westinghouse13,500/​10,500-​Watt Tri-​Fuel Gas, Propane, Natural Gas Powered Portable Generator with Remote Electric Start, 50A Outlet

Westinghouse13,500-​Watt/​10,500-​Watt Remote Start Dual Fuel Gas and Propane Portable Generator with 50A Outlet, CO Sensor

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