Portable models also tend to be noisier and produce less power than whole-house models, but they’re also much cheaper to buy and install than a whole-house generator, which is installed permanently.

The popular Pulsar 4000-watt generator that's a best seller at both Lowe's and Amazon is an example of that power –- it's a 40-pound portable that runs at 3200 watts but can also be switched to ...

The Best Portable Generators. Best Overall: Honda EU2200i Companion Best Value: Champion 4,750-Watt Dual-Fuel Best Capacity: Predator 9,500-Watt Inverter Most Rugged: Generac iQ3500 3,500-Watt ...

The Ifanze Portable Power Station and Solar Generator currently costs just $130. The regular price of this powerful compact machine is $700, which means you can get your own personal backup ...

Right now, Walmart is selling a $600 Efurden portable inverter generator for $299. Don't let a power outage ruin your weekend. A little disaster preparedness is never a bad investment.

Portable Generator: Power Station: Price: Range from $400 to $2000, with many high-performance options below $1000. Requires additional fuel expense.

Making your beach trip better with a portable generator If you are looking to make your trip to the beach a little more comfortable, a portable generator is the way to go. They are available in sol… ...

Portable power stations can’t replace a gasoline-powered portable generator, but they can be safely used indoors. CR gives advice for when you might need one of these battery generators.

A portable generator (left) is much less expensive than a permanently installed whole-house model (right), but it's also more difficult to use and maintain. By Allen St. John.