This portable generator features six 120-volt AC outlets, 2 USB-A, 2 USB fast charge, 2 USB-C, one 12-volt car outlet, and 2 barrel ports. While it may look like a large power station, it has the ...

Dear Jim: We had electric power outages from storms. It is inconvenient, so I find some type of backup electric power. What are my options, which are not extremely expensive to purchase or install? – ...

Power outages are a huge pain, and can seriously disrupt your life. Stop worrying about what will happen to the food in your fridge or your pipes in the winter should you lose power, and invest in a ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Depending on where you're living, a portable generator can be a handy convenience or a necessity. Disaster-prone areas often require these ...

Editor’s note — January 9, 2026: With severe winter weather events happening regularly this season, we recently updated this guide, including the addition the Generac 3,800-Watt Dual-Fuel Inverter ...