Best 9000 Watts Portable Inverter Generator lineup

[@DuroMaxPower]

Thank you for mentioning us in your line up of best generators! Overall, great video and enjoyed how informative it was 😎

[@GeneratorReviews]

Thanks 😎 looking forward to working with you guys on some of your new upcoming generators

[@landaq007]

So far so good with the Predator 9500. Bought the 9500 last year - learned a lot from your reviews.

[@GeneratorReviews]

That’s awesome 👍🏾

[@SouthFLMudClub]

I wish you would give your honest opinion on the one you would purchase if buying just one. I value your videos and hands on knowledge. Thanks

[@BradiKal61]

Champion NEEDS to compete in this arena . Champion has a solid corporate presence in the US, even though its products are built in China like the other brands shown here. If I'm going to spend $3,000 on a 9,000 Watt inverter generator I want to know that my service issues will be addressed reliably. Based on my experiences so far with my 4,500 watt champion generator I would trust champion to get me parts or repairs if they had a larger generator in this segment. Unfortunately champion does not offer super quiet inverter generators like these with a larger whole house capacity.

[@DM-fp8uw]

I completely agree. The alternative is to buy the predator with a two year warranty. They just give you a new one if it fails. You do need to buy the warranty again though.

[@woody4u247]

I have the GenMax dual fuel, Love it... But seeing the blue "clone" Pulsar... Obviously it's the same machine, just branded differently.... So why does the Pulsar have 9500 starting & the genmax only has 9000??

[@Tom-In-Ga]

Apparently, the factory that makes all these generators must have a check list for the purchaser to mark off if they want side exhaust, metal air box, etc. Basically, do you want the good, better, or best model and what color do you want it? We'll make it any way you want it.

[@rob21]

I'd love to know which is actually built the best of them.

[@tristanschaper281]

This is the video I was waiting for! Well done Gavin! It seems like the Pulsar and Genmax Dual duel are a tie, other than price, warranty and parts availability.

[@DM-fp8uw]

I'd like to see the max running watts for the two dual fuel models. Does the Pulsar really get 500w more? Features aside, the best one is the one that lasts😅

[@wingloading]

The ATS on the Duromax ended up being very useful for me as a home backup setup. Even with the battery tender, the panel will sometimes start ignoring the remote start after a couple of days. On the ATS connector, I made a switch to close the start relay (Start/Stop button) and I ran that right next to my panel.

[@michaelabbott8431]

You are the best review guy on you tube. Great work 👏 👍

[@GeneratorReviews]

I appreciate your support 👍🏾😎💯🙏🏾

[@mooch91]

Will Predator ever have a dual fuel? Propane is a must for me, and I'd like to buy at some place that has a local presence. Interesting that neither Predator, nor Champion, two of the longer-term, more well known players in this market, have not gone with a dual fuel on the bigger units. Wonder if there is a reason?

[@mikeienuso1926]

Good morning Gavin. Thank you for all your information you provide your fans. 12:19

[@GeneratorReviews]

Thanks Mike 💯

[@aholmes6612]

Being that the generator should be about 15 feet from the house...considering windows, is the location of the exhaust that important or is it based on how your home/layout is? Mine will be sitting out in the middle of my backyard. Other than that, I love this channel and have learned a lot following you.

[@TNTTruth1]

Thank you for your evaluation! I bought the Pulsar.

[@sae1964]

They’re all about the same. It would be nice If you have the information on price, warranty, and best customer service. That would always be a deciding factor on which one to get. I know prices always fluctuate. But putting the price as of a certain date. And part availability. Thanks Gavin. Will be looking for the Pulsar load test. 👍

[@berettaguy7445]

Here's a thought. With a few strokes of the keyboard, you could get the additional information you seek quite easily, all without leaving your couch. The man can't (and shouldn't have to) do everything for you.

[@MrJohnnybmoore]

Yup, that side exhaust also creates problems when para-linking. Genmax dual fuel = fav.

[@GeneratorReviews]

Yes, I forgot that point. Thanks for pointing that out.👍🏾💯☝🏽

[@erk626]

What is the canister you said was missing ? What does it do? Also you reviewed a Westinghouse 9500 inverter……. Your thoughts how it compares to the gen max

[@GeneratorReviews]

The canister is for emissions reduction

[@cujo7240]

Gavin, it's surprising just how similar all these generator are to each other with the GenMax and Pulsar differences only seem to be their respective colors. Do any of these stand out as far as reliability, customer service, build quality, or parts availability? Can the exhaust be extended out with the addition of a longer pipe by means of threading in a longer pipe section? Thx

[@GeneratorReviews]

They are very much similar when you look at them but when you dig a little deeper, you see the subtle differences like the oil filtration on the larger Genmax, the 50 amp plugs, and all the covers, the exhaust pipe can be extended.

[@cujo7240]

My concern is that many people say that GenMax customer service is practically non-existent. People have stated that manual says that you may trouble starting the generator on LP & NG and that you may have to use gasoline to get it started, then switch to the other fuel source. I want to like the GenMax, but these cons have me leary. I do like the things you point out that set the GenMax apart from the others.

[@ciliap]

Gavin I'm in a predator 9000 group.... Man the reliability is super subjective. Have you seen better quality out of the duro or d Genmax?

[@GeneratorReviews]

Hey Paul it’s pretty hard to say when they all running pretty much the same engine. I just feel like the GenMax and the pulsar will run a lot cooler.

[@DM-fp8uw]

A lot of people treat the Predator 2 year warranty as a lease. You get a new one before two years and buy the warranty again. Harbor Freight seems to actually encourage this.

[@berettaguy7445]

@@DM-fp8uw Very true, which tells me that the actual manufacturing costs for each unit must be far, far less than the retail prices HF sells them for.

[@ericmartinez5051]

Which should I get for home backup? Run a fridge, deep freeze, portable a/c (night time), TV, cellphones/iPads (kids). Maybe a coffee maker in the morning for one hour. Note: Natural gas powers the stove, water heater, and chimney.

[@GeneratorReviews]

You should get the 10500 tri fuel, add a soft start to your AC and power your entire home on natural gas with the Genmax or Pulsar

[@joyebowen6040]

Im trying to decide between Predator and Pulsar for my food Trailer truck. What’s y’all opinion?

[@GeneratorReviews]

I currently have around 100+ Food Truck customers stay away from the predator get your generator with a 50 amp plug You should probably contact me so we can figure out which one works best for you depending on what you have on your Food Truck. generator-superstore.com/product/genmax-gm10500ietc-tri-fuel-portable-inverter-generator/ generator-superstore.com/product/genmax-gm17000ie-17000-starting-watts-and-14500-running-watts/ generator-superstore.com/product/pulsar-pgd105tisco-10-5kw-watt-tri-fuel-portable-inverter-generator/

[@TonyStark998]

There’s a new genmax 10500ieT coming out soon that is tri-fuel. Sounds like a nice unit but I already have the dual fuel 9000ied

[@GeneratorReviews]

That video will be coming out this month

[@brinksbugatti4989]

So glad I found this channel.

[@Rockrewls]

Thanks, insightful video look forward to more generator videos.

[@garden-queen2393]

Exceptional lineup 👍. Good one thanks.

[@GeneratorReviews]

Thanks 😊

[@menolose123]

Which one will you pick ? If you had a good truck ?

[@GeneratorReviews]

If I had a food truck I would pick the Genmax 10,500 that gives you all the starting power you need and instead of 7600 running you get 8500 W running.

[@menolose123]

Alright mechanically wise you think it’s a great generator ?

[@TMO1227]

Gavin, love your videos as they are very informative. There are a lot of homeowners that would like to see reviews on open frame inverter generators. have you ever thought about doing this? It would be greatly appreciated.

[@devink3276]

Cool video!!! I wonder what the price difference is between all of them having different options such as a 50 amp plug or a voltage meter and different fuel options. I bought the predator generator a couple years ago for $1800, Now I see they are over $2300 bucks in the store.

[@GeneratorReviews]

That’s a great point because I also bought My Generator the predator for $1800 and that’s the reason I don’t include prices because in another year they’re gonna be $2800 guaranteed.

[@donfreese7750]

Would have been nice to hear them! How quite are they? And what about the Japanese models ???

[@GeneratorReviews]

Check out the individual videos. I usually have the DB test and load test.

[@paimei7988]

Looks like they are all made at the same China mfr. I like that because there is parts that are interchangeable. Such as parallel kit

[@glassdudemike]

Which one would u power your home with?

[@GeneratorReviews]

generator-superstore.com/product/genmax-gm10500ietc-tri-fuel-portable-inverter-generator/ This one☝🏽

[@gregfreeman8441]

Do all or at least a couple of these units use the same engine and inverter? I ask because they all seem so similar to each other.

[@GeneratorReviews]

Yes they are very similar to each other

[@franksadlowski8136]

Like your comparisons and info very, very Good. Have been trying to decide but now it's the price? I like the pulsar 9500 inverter but we'll see...Good job , very informative...

[@brians1609]

Is the canister that is missing on the Genmax a capacitor for starting it or capacitor for the inventor generator?

[@GeneratorReviews]

No, it’s a charcoal canister. Just an extra emission device usually found on CARB compliance generators.

[@josiahberry8743]

You said the Genmax models don’t have a canister. What does the canister do in the other models?

[@GeneratorReviews]

The CARB version will have the canister. It basically pulls the emissions into that canister and re-circulate it into that carburetor to be burnt again. Emissions

[@josiahberry8743]

@@GeneratorReviews Got it. Thanks!

[@timbarker4189]

Nice video although key considerations for me would be warranty, sound, and weight (although I’m guessing they all weigh pretty close).

[@GeneratorReviews]

They are all pretty much the same weight and the decibel ratings warranty would be the biggest difference between them

[@USMCDragonGunner]

Can you make a video comparing say the GenMax here vs say the Powerhorse Portable Generator when it comes to low THD values? I don’t know how many portable generators have high THD values but the powerhorse without an inventor can get it so low. Also the Champion 201067 is low as well.

[@sd6884]

Hi Gavin, great video. I love all your videos. Any idea of any of the dual fuel can be converted to natural gas ?

[@GeneratorReviews]

I think there’s a kit available for that one. There’s actually a video of someone converting it on KZbin.

[@kylehill4437]

Thank you sir you make the best generator reviews.

[@GeneratorReviews]

Glad you like them!

[@wesleydean1358]

Excellent Video Thanks Gavin

[@GerardoRodriguez-ov5se]

Another great video. 👏👏👏

[@josephliptak]

Is anything made in the US nowadays?

[@reefhound]

Not surprising they look so much alike in many aspects since they are all made in the same Chinese factory.

[@carperdiem8754]

Can you put an exhaust extension on all of these?

[@GeneratorReviews]

Yes you can

[@istandonit]

What happened to the Pulsar load test?

[@GeneratorReviews]

The Pulsar unit sold. Once I get a replacement unit I can test it.

[@ciliap]

Gavin.. What I don't understand is why none of these are tri fuel. In fact I can't find a single tri fuel inverter generator.

[@GeneratorReviews]

Genmax is coming out with a tri fuel. I will have it this month 10,500W review coming soon.

[@projectswithjw]

@@GeneratorReviews Thats exciting. I was planning on gmax 9000ied but now maybe I'll have to wait.

[@sh839c]

​@@GeneratorReviews Great, I was wondering when a higher power unit would come out.

[@tomroth2634]

Any idea what windings they have in them? Duromax touts they are the only one with all copper windings.

[@GeneratorReviews]

@@tomroth2634 they all have copper windings

[@rustyreel2228]

my choice would be the GM9000iED.

[@mikeymaloy5386]

Which of these are made in the US?

[@GeneratorReviews]

Probably the pulsar is assembled in the us but they are all foreign generators

[@Mountain-duckie]

Bugger wanted you to test decibels on each.

[@amelsfr]

the only thing missing on the Pulsar are the 4 wheels.

[@rockystelone21]

Gavin, rumor is that Genmax will have a Vtwin inverter model. Not sure how they will make one. Just a rumor

[@GeneratorReviews]

The V-twin engine is perfect for 20kw + that would be perfect. The only problem is will it be portable?

[@rockystelone21]

@@GeneratorReviews let them engineers figure that out but good question

[@TonyStark998]

It will be a 12000 watt generator from what I seen. Tri fuel also I believe.

[@rockystelone21]

@@TonyStark998 Sweet!! Can't wait

[@martyryan1000]

Why no Champion generator? From what i read the champiom tri fuel inverter 200176 is one of the top rated ones

[@GeneratorReviews]

Can you provide a link for that Generator model number.

[@martyryan1000]

@@GeneratorReviews the model is 201176

[@jkim412]

Positive Comment!!!

[@YukonHawk1]

Genmax duel is the winner

[@GeneratorReviews]

Agreed 👍🏾

[@smokeab4613]

They are all the same genorator, from the same country of origin. It just depends on what fan boy you are

[@nicolaumonteiro61]

Good

[@larrywalden626]

They are all made by the same people. They will run a line one day, and change to the other line the next. You do know that right?

[@GeneratorReviews]

Nooo … really!!! thanks for enlightening me 😅. I’m just showing the difference between them 👍🏾

[@larrywalden626]

@@GeneratorReviews really what’s prompted me to say so is that so many bash harbor freights predator when infact doing a comparison like you just did in showing how they are all basically built the same with all the same components lol. Like lawn mower and riding tractors as well as zero turn mowers

[@kening95]

All made in the same factory

[@erics7712]

All the same Chinese goo. Just different colors and slight variations.