Home Backup
Buying Guide
Not all "generators" can handle a home outage. We narrow the forensic database to units capable of high-draw motor starting and multi-hour appliance support.
What Matters for Home Backup?
Measured in Watt-hours (Wh). This determines your fuel tank size. Larger capacity allows for longer runtimes across essential appliances like refrigerators and medical devices.
Measured in Watts (W). This determines what you can flip on. A fridge's compressor needs a high continuous rating to start and run without tripping the inverter.
Modular systems allow you to add battery packs later. This is critical for adapting to longer outages or multi-day emergencies without buying a whole new generator.
Our audit verification score. It confirms that the manufacturer's performance claims align with technical forensic tests. High scores indicate high technical transparency.