Best value Inverter Generators Comparison. Honda vs Firman vs Predator (Generator Review)

[@ellsimone]

Best generator demo on the internet. Well done Sir.

[@GeneratorReviews]

Thanks for watching Larry👍🏾

[@vim_usr2753]

For my limited use I think the Firman is perfect. Plus I got a refurbished one from Firman on ebay with a 2 year warranty, shipped to my door for $221 today--can't beat that price!

[@terutledge1]

nice! is there some promo code? looks like they are going for 249 right now

[@vim_usr2753]

@@terutledge1 There was. It was a labor day sale. $249 plus 20% off. Just got the unit today. Totally worth the cost, even at $249.

[@spockmcoyissmart961]

For those that think beyond today, check out the availability of repair/replacement parts to help make an informed purchase decision.

[@GeneratorReviews]

Yes those are all things to consider before purchasing👍🏾 Excellent point

[@brianhilligoss]

Ducar makes both and parts are available.

[@blakeplissken2314]

Good video Gavin, I have been considering the Firman, and now I think that it is the one for me as we only go boondocking with our RV only once or twice a year. Keep up the good work bud. I look forward to your next video

[@GeneratorReviews]

Thanks for watching Maintenance and storage tips video coming soon

[@FXNorm]

It would be nice to hear about the mounting product problems with honda and firman.

[@jaredwyatt8133]

The exact 3 generators I’m contemplating purchasing. Very thorough. A decibel reading while at full load would’ve been a nice touch. Nevertheless, you got a new sub!

[@GeneratorReviews]

Thanks for watching Thanks for the subscribe 😎😊

[@solden49]

Another great video. The predator actually does have a fuel shut off. Just turn it to almost off but stop just short before it shuts off manually. It will run out on its own.

[@GeneratorReviews]

nice one!

[@ernestwalden3894]

I have 2 firman generators. 1 is a little 1200 watt I use for charging tools or for a 1 hour power outage. The other is a 9400 watt duel fuel I have for a more long term power outage. I haven't had any major issues with either. Deffanitly good generators for the price

[@Bluntedco.]

you think the firman tri fuel 9400w is better than the predator 9000w? i am not sure which brand is better but maybe you have a better idea.

[@eandm8982]

I tested a firman vs honda using a skill wormdrive saw. the firman wouldn't start it and the honda did. I suspect the difference in engine displacement (the honda has a significantly larger disp.) was what made the difference in the surge capacity. I know 600+ hours of heavy use is nothing to a honda( personal experience) i' m pretty sure the firman isn't built that tough. Also i know parts and service are available everywhere for the honda, while the firman and preditor i' m not so sure . I do know that a lot of small engine shops won't touch the firman or pred. i know a case can be made for both types of build(quality vs knockoff) but for serious heavy duty usage and reliability the honda will pay off despite the higher initial cost.

[@GeneratorReviews]

Yeah the Honda is a work horse but you are right the displacement of the Honda helps with the startups

[@FXNorm]

I can buy 3 predator's for the price of the honda.. I also hear that honda circuit boards are having problems and some service is taking up to 3 months.. do ya feel lucky? plus, and best of all, you can return the predator for a brand new no questions asked warrantee.. try that with a honda or firman.. Gavin, I'm surprised you don't mention that, your viewers could use that information.

[@danray9744]

You are correct the Honda has a 121cc Engine others 79-80cc

[@mickm5097]

If I were needing heavy duty power, or using a generator every day of the year, I'd choose Honda for longevity. They are the best. For occasional use, I think Firman/Predator/Champion/Wen are better. First, you can buy 2 for less than a Honda. Second, and important to me, gas consumption is a lot less, run time is a lot more. I've been renovating properties without electricity for the past 2 years, relying on a generator to run lights, fans, radio, window a/c, battery charger, and so on. Tools are cordless, so I don't need electric for them. My Honda EU2200 always needed to be refilled during an 8-9 hour day. My Champion 2000, which is similar to the Firman, would never run low on gas unless it was an exceptionally hot day and the 8000 BTU window a/c was running nonstop and drawing a lot of power continuously. I hate stressing about whether a generator will need fuel soon when working. The Honda would go about 7 hours, the Champion goes about 11 hours. The Firman has a smaller fuel tank than the Champion .9 vs 1.2 if I remember right- but I believe it's still rated to run 9 hours on a full tank.

[@eandm8982]

@@mickm5097 a while back i tried some firman 2000s... costco specials . all my generators take a beating only the hondas last and or are repairable(parts and or repair people are readily available). when a firman dies it is junk no one will repair them and good luck finding parts. i guess maybe the two for one price sorta covers that but not really.. though costco did take them back when they failed in a year. i have no experience with champion though i hear good things from the rv sector. there is definitely a role for the firmans of the generator space some ot the newcomers have great feature additions but bottom line reliability and power favor the hondas.

[@precisiont5188]

Reliability and repairability are the most important.

[@williamcohen3351]

Excellent review. When you do your sound test you have the generators next to a garage door. This will amplify and reflect the noise and give you a higher DB level than they are advertised at.

[@GeneratorReviews]

The exhaust was pointed away from the garage door and I was only 10 feet away just doing real world test It was also a very windy day but my videos show a real world test thanks for watching

[@GeneratorReviews]

I will take that into consideration the next time I do a sound check

[@justicebdone7]

You did the work of weighing them and checking to see how loud they were, it would be great to see a comparison on a chart at the end

[@steve3273]

Just found this channel, love it!. This gentleman does all the testing we wonder about in real world conditions. Awesome channel!!

[@GeneratorReviews]

Thanks Steve I appreciate it Thanks for watching and subscribing 👍🏾☺️

[@fj3442]

Can you do a video on how you made your multimeter. Also, you should change the oil in your firman generator, I changed it twice in the 1st three hours & the 2nd oil change looked ok, but it still had some of the assembly lube in in and a lot of metal.

[@GeneratorReviews]

Yes that’s a must after the first use. Thanks for watching

[@djcarlitosatl]

I appreciate the video. Thank you 🙏🏽! Question: what is the name, cost and place to buy the meter unit that gave you the readout of the voltage and watts being consumed by the heater? I’m a mobile Dj and I’m not quite sure how much power I’m using / needing. Thank you in advance for your time.

[@vsatya4364]

Gavin, thank you for your excellent comparison by specking them out. Really informative and detailed. Couldn’t ask for anything more. One thing would be great if you summarize them at the end with respect to load current, sound, voltage etc. no biggie but thought I would just mention. Awesome Review! 🙏

[@GeneratorReviews]

Great idea, Thanks for watching and taking the time to write a positive comment I appreciate your support I will summarize at the end of my videos. Thanks 🙏🏾

[@fmap4life]

Totally Love this video. Perfect comparisons.

[@GeneratorReviews]

Thanks David😊

[@JAMESYBOY.]

Is the predator 2000 watt as Quiet as the predator 3500 ????

[@GeneratorReviews]

The Predator 3500 is super quiet I wouldn’t even compare it to the 2000 watt model

[@JAMESYBOY.]

@@GeneratorReviews thank you for the fast reply this helped alot thank you again. I'm going to buy the predator 3500. Keep up the great videos 👍👍

[@1decee]

I have always had Honda's. I am now switching out to Eu2200i's. I sold both of my 10 year old Honda's for the same price that I paid for them 10 years ago. Will an "OFF" brand do the same? I don't know

[@GeneratorReviews]

Probably won’t get back the same price after 10 years but with maintenance absolutely can last 10 plus years

[@Steven-gv1ke]

If you sold them since that freeze storm that happened in Texas, that's why you got what you paid. Every person in Texas just about ran out and bought a generator and dramatically drove the price up. Inventory is dramatically impacted nation wide so people buy any generator that can get their hands on and pay top dollar. It sort of like ammo. The last year would be the absolute best time to sell ammo if you had say a caliber you no longer use. You could triple your money.

[@MrPioneerlight2011]

will these power a RV air conditioner???

[@GeneratorReviews]

I would recommend at least 3000w minimum for the RV A/C

[@jonboyh2653]

This is a great video . You just answered all my questions . Thank you

[@GeneratorReviews]

Thanks for watching

[@Bluntedco.]

Do you think the Firman 9400 watt tri fuel is better than the predator 9000 watt?

[@GeneratorReviews]

These are two completely different Generators the Predator 9500 is a whole house Inverter pure sine wave. The firman doesn’t have pure sine wave

[@Bluntedco.]

@@GeneratorReviews yeah i know that but i was asking about the firman tri fuel 9400 watt generator vs the Predator 9000 watt generator. i guess both of those are nuetral bonded to the frame. the predator 9500 is too much money for me since i am only going to use it 7 times out of the year so i did not consider that as an option although it prob is better between my initial 2 options if i were to use it daily or more often than a few times out of the year when our power goes out.

[@GeneratorReviews]

Ohh my bad! Yes I like the firman tri fuel definitely makes it more useful as a backup generator having three fuel sources

[@holdenbreau7187]

Did you try then for running a saw or loads

[@GeneratorReviews]

I haven’t tested this generators I need to go back and do the load testing

[@markgutierrez2024]

Great comparison! I bought the Firman on special last year for $350. Awesome deal!

[@tomevans5458]

I just went to the Harbor Freight website and the 2000w Predator price has gone up dramatically. $549.99! It was around $450 not too long ago.

[@N6EAJ]

A lot of their generators went up in price. The 2000W inverter gen use to be $499, now $550. The 4375W non inverter gen use to be $389/normal ($329 coupon), now it is $429.

[@GeneratorReviews]

They do this every year right about this time and then hit us with that $450 coupon.

[@N6EAJ]

@@GeneratorReviews I wonder how the generator sales will work now that HF is no longer doing coupons and only doing "instant savings". With the higher regular prices on generator's, maybe their sale prices will just be their old lower regular prices?

[@GeneratorReviews]

@@N6EAJ The sales will be back wait till hurricane season starts or inventory is higher

[@maxford27]

I'm an ITC member and could have got the 2K for $440 +tax + warranty a month or so ago. Costco has the Firman on sale for $350 so I bought two.

[@joncho9689]

Great stuff bud. Pls keep it up, very informative.

[@GeneratorReviews]

I appreciate you. Thanks for watching

[@mikedinno8413]

Did you test them in eco mode? I wonder how they would have done and which uses the most gas. I have the Firman so I was just curious.

[@GeneratorReviews]

Yeah I test them on eco mode because most folk run them this way. Thanks for watching

[@GeneratorReviews]

With Eco mode off you do get a higher starting watts because the engine is ready for the surge of your load

[@mikedinno8413]

@@GeneratorReviews would be interesting which one uses more gas .

[@pd8321]

Hi Gavin, nice comparison! I've just bought the Firmain 2000i. You tested successfully in your vedio 1.92 kW for this machine but the "running power" is indicated as 1.6 kW. What's your interpretation about it? Thanks

[@GeneratorReviews]

I think firman generator put out more than its rated just like the Honda generators

[@sequoia464]

Really enjoy your videos, thanks!

[@GeneratorReviews]

Awesome 😎 thanks for watching

[@Liondancelovee]

Pulsar just released their new generator 4000 watt, dual fuel, same size same weight as honda, full load 68 db, eco 50 dbc cost only $650, very interesting generator, hope you have one for review.

[@earljklec1684]

Facebook market place is loaded with Harbor Freight Generators / inverters do you have any thoughts regarding those?

[@GeneratorReviews]

I like the predator inverter generators just don’t get scammed

[@danray9744]

One spec you forgot to Inform is engine size The Predator 2000 Engine size 79.7 cc , Firman W2000i Engine size 80cc , Honda EU2000 Engine size 121cc . The Firman Did the Best 16.5 amp , 117Volts (BEST) @1.92KW & the Honda the worst Voltage was down to 113Volts amps 16.4 @ 1.86Kw , Predator was 116Volts 16.4amps @1.90KW

[@GeneratorReviews]

👍🏾👌🏾👊🏾💯 Thanks Dan

[@mannyfragoza9652]

good video GG Im curious how the Honda 1000 holds up to other Generators in its Wattage range. Do you have any Test videos on the Honda 1000?

[@GeneratorReviews]

If I can get my hands on a 1000 I’ll definitely make a video for you.

[@mannyfragoza9652]

@@GeneratorReviews awesome thanks

[@jimkvp]

Great reviews. u got a new subscriber. Thank You!

[@GeneratorReviews]

Thanks for watching

[@stevengleave9241]

Thank you Sir. I have the Predator and just seen the Firman with the bigger 30 amp outlet in Costco, my question is how do these perform using that outlet? Im looking to have back up for my 5th wheel and i purchased the predator before receiving my trailer so im curious if i should consider the Firman or just use the predator. Thanks again for the great information.

[@GeneratorReviews]

Thanks for checking out my videos, the 30 amp plug does not mean it’s putting out more power it just gives you accessibility to a 30 amp extension cord but both generators are going to put out below 20 amps. If you decided to parallel your generator in the future then the 30 amp plug really helps.

[@TheCandidCritic]

Great comparison!

[@dannera5359]

Great video. Thank you so much. Made my decision making much easier.

[@GeneratorReviews]

You’re welcome Thanks for watching

[@joelsteger7323]

Would you buy the Firman or Predator?

[@GeneratorReviews]

I would buy the predator

[@yellow_panther]

nice review, can you provide a link to the watt meter you are using?

[@GeneratorReviews]

www.ebay.com/itm/233906187300

[@yellow_panther]

@@GeneratorReviews great, thanks!

[@neleig]

Excellent review. Thanks!

[@GeneratorReviews]

Thanks

[@martincostilla8286]

That was really good because I'm going to buy one of those yellow ones video was help me out pretty good thank you God bless you

[@GeneratorReviews]

🙏🏾Thank you

[@fernandocabanillas8133]

Hello nice video, what’s your opinion on a smaller generator to take camping for noise purposes. Really not going to power too much maybe just a movie projector a couple of cell phones or even some string lights. Don’t want to break the bank with the Honda but I am a little concerned that the predator will be too loud and I do not like to be that guy at the campsites with a loud ass generator. Just curious as to what your opinion is

[@GeneratorReviews]

The Firman would be perfect for you if you get one on sale.

[@ramongarciapolanci3416]

Excellent video,thats how things are done,thanks.New subscriber

[@GeneratorReviews]

Awesome, thank you!

[@ultronprime3523]

awesome video, another new subscriber

[@GeneratorReviews]

Thanks and welcome

[@scs81b]

Great comparison test. Cool swivel table too.

[@GeneratorReviews]

Glad you liked it!

[@rickm8456]

I got the firman at Costco on sale. I was also able to get the Honda at Home Depot with 10 percent off. I haven’t opened either yet. Obviously the Firman is much cheaper. I want something for emergency outages at home to run my fridge, freezer and Internet and a few lights. Do you think the Honda is worth it? Should I take back the Firman? Honestly, whatever I get will probably sit for the majority of the time. I want something that will last for many years and start right up. Nice videos!

[@GeneratorReviews]

They are both great generators and will last years if properly maintained. It’s really that simple The best thing is draining all fuel from them before Storing

[@rickm8456]

@@GeneratorReviews that’s good advice! Of course all the Honda people say you should get the Honda and be done with it. It’s just so much more expensive.

[@jmljml5065]

When anyone tells you the Firman "will last years if properly maintained", that's just theory, an opinion. No one knows for certain, because they haven't been around that long. Have you ever seen a well -used one for sale, maybe with an hour meter on it to indicate longevity? Do rental outfits use the Firman as a rental? I've never seen one. I, like you, was in the market for something for emergency back-up only, so even though I'm a blue-collar guy, I sucked it up, saved, and bought two Hondas, because they have an undisputed reputation for durability and longevity. I also own a small Generac and a Predator, and let me tell you, they do not compare to a Honda. Anybody who says otherwise is coloring their opinion with the disparity in price. With generators, the time-worn adage rings true: you get what you pay for. Good luck with your decision.

[@GeneratorReviews]

@@jmljml5065 I’ll be running these and maintaining them and keep making videos, so we’ll find out. I don’t care if it’s good or bad I’m gonna tell my subscribers

[@rickm8456]

@@jmljml5065 I completely agree. I did however decide to keep the Firman and take back the Honda for now. The Firman is running well, although I'm still breaking it in. Since it's my first generator, I figured I would try the Firman out for a year or two at the price. I'll get the hang of things and learn how to maintain one. If it doesn't start next year or even the year after I'll try and take back to Costco (one factor was their return policy). Ultimately I do want to get the Honda so I'll save up and do that someday.

[@redstone5149]

Great video. Never heard of the Firman. Going to check it out! New sub.

[@GeneratorReviews]

Thanks and welcome

[@ernestwalden3894]

I have 2. One is a little 1200watt. For 1 or 2 hour power outages and charging tools. My other one is a big 9400 watt duel fuel. They both run great and so far I haven't had any issues.

[@geraldkoth654]

I have three Honda EU2000i generators that I bought used 11 years ago. They are the hardest starting things you ever saw when they sit for months. I have to use starting fluid. Last time when I really needed them the two I had along on my trip would not start at all. I dadgum near ripped my arm off. They will be sold and I will get one of the newer 3500 watt jobs. Have not settled on brand yet. Sure as heck won't be Honda brand. On another video a guy had a Honda and a Predator he had stored for six months. It took him 20 pulls to get the Honda to fire. One pull and the predator started..

[@GeneratorReviews]

Lol.. that’s so funny my eu2000 does that exact same thing and I drain all the fuel from it to prevent that. The carburetor jets gets gummed up easily. I spray it with carb fogging oil now to prevent that now. Thanks for watching Mr. Gerald

[@jmljml5065]

I just read your comment. I have two EU2200i's which I bought new. They haven't been started since November, so I thought I'd drag one out and experiment. I always drain the carbs, so since they have fuel pumps they're going take more pulls than the models which are gravity-fed. It started on the 4th pull, so there's something wrong with yours. That level of difficulty with regard to starting is not representative of these machines, at least not mine.

[@WiseMann]

@@GeneratorReviews I only use No Ethanol Fuel with all my small engines irrespective of the brands. They start with in 1-2 pulls after prolonged storage periods.

[@Idahoprepper71]

What fuel are you using?They start and run best on 87 octane fuel. Ethanol free is even better. You are losing power and performance when you run higher octane fuel when the engine is not designed for it. So many people don’t understand octane ratings.

[@darkerbrother1]

I got my Honda EU2000 directly from Honda. They gave me a bottle of fuel stabilizer and I purchased an additional bottle. 3 hurricanes and 2 blizzards later it still runs like a champ. My Chonda generator self destructed in the middle of a hurricane. The Honda never missed a beat. There is something to be said for stabilizing your fuel. The same issue tends to happen with small outboard motors. Here in the mid atlantic all the gas has ethanol in it. I don’t care what lie the gas station says .

[@oneangrycanadian6205]

Hi Gavin. My buddy has an older champion 2000 watt inverter with the screw on communication cable. I have the champion parallel kit and I want to hook it to my firman i2000 but I’m worried about the screw on communication cable. We both have round outlets for paralleling. If you have any info that would be awesome. Thanks!!! Oh and please keep up the great videos!!! They are helping a lot of us new to small generators!!!! Liked and subscribed my friend!!!!!!

[@GeneratorReviews]

I don’t know if they make a kit that can parallel those two, they do sell the adapters for the square and the round ones I haven’t seen anyone for those two yet.

[@markhou]

Thanks for doing this

[@MrTacklebury]

Nice test. It'd be cool to see the exhaust temperature also. 8) It could be a final selling point if one controls it's temp better.

[@GeneratorReviews]

Great suggestion!

[@ThePchatty16]

Great video's! You have a new subscriber.

[@GeneratorReviews]

Thank you so much for subscribing!! Thanks again for watching😎

[@MrRandogg69]

Excellent videos you been putting out there! I just discovered your channel while looking for generator to use for a mobile detailing business I was thinking about starting. I am unsure which would be the best for the equipment I’d be using. Electric pressure washer, small vacuum, polisher. Etc. costco has these on sale as you stated I was going to buy 2 an the parallel kit. But that would come out to be more than the Wen 3800 I seen you review. In your opinion which would you go with the 2 of the Firman paralleled, wen 3800, or the predator 3500? I did see where the parallel kit for Firman will also work with the predator as well so that’s an option as well🤷‍♂️ Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you and keep up the fantastic job of some of the most thorough reviews I’ve found! God bless.

[@GeneratorReviews]

Thanks for the kind words when I make my videos I try to think of the people that’s watching it my subscribers OK mobile detailing you’re going to be loading and unloading the generator at least probably 6 times a day. It will be best to have something with a handle and wheels. Setting up the parallel generator would be time consuming. Wen 3800 and Predator 3500 I’m working on something else right now that might work for you as well.

[@MrRandogg69]

Oh that’s Great! Thank you for your time an knowledge. I did watch your video on the Wen 3800 and Predator 3500 and I really did like the Wen 3800. Thanks again for your time.

[@JuniperDustFarmBoy]

Great work! It would be interesting to see how well they perform in parallel.

[@terraGaliciaXXIV]

Assuming you are only using these for emergencies, the Firman or Predator brand seem to hold up. The Honda is pricy without a doubt and with the money saved by buying the other alternatives one can invest the savings $$

[@dimesauce10]

Awesome 👍🏾

[@theoriginaldashriprock]

I never heard of firman generators until today when I saw one in Academy. It looked rather cheesy, and I was curious what the reviews were on it so I looked it up and came across tons and tons of negative reviews on their generators.

[@FXNorm]

Should have purchased a predator.. read Harbor's reviews.. If you drown the predator in a flood and you're the type, you can exchange it for a new one.. you may want to clean it up good though (wink)

[@theoriginaldashriprock]

@@FXNorm Yeah, the predator appears to be a pretty decent little generator.

[@bondscalper]

I like your videos. Please make more

[@GeneratorReviews]

Thanks I will

[@Steven-gv1ke]

In the future, please list exact fuel tanks sizes. I've owned multiple generators and the single biggest annoyance is having to wake up in the middle of the night to refuel. Never again.

[@Asidebar]

Honda eu runs 8 hours on a single tank of fuel which is less than a gallon

[@rfceron]

Nice review! Thanks for the detailed info. Between Firman & Predator which one would you pick?

[@GeneratorReviews]

The predator is quieter for sure and when it comes to load starting it never fails The Firman has longer warranty but its a little louder than I expected

[@jmljml5065]

My Predator 2000 has 18 hours on it and already the engine is rattling more than it did when new. Incidentally, I've changed the oil 3 times.

[@FXNorm]

Would you have liked to know the predator has a no questions asked warrantee? Return it to ANY store and walk out with a new one.. Honda with their ripoff price, circuit board problems, and delayed service are no bargain, of course Gavin won't tell you that.. no more free generators.

[@PhuLy8788]

You caught a black shadow figure that came running past the camera at 14:43 :))

[@GeneratorReviews]

Thanks for watching That’s my editing software slide swipe right 😂😂good one

[@GeneratorReviews]

Check out 12.02 its my software

[@holdenbreau7187]

Seems like they all equal out. I guess the life test will be next

[@lambert6473]

Keep em coming

[@dkenmiller9829]

These loads are resistive. A better way to test is using motor loads that start with high inrush current. RV Air conditioners would be a better test.

[@chrisgrob8812]

No it would be cool for a real test..... Running daily for 4-6 hrs a day till you have run 30gals with low loads and full loads. Oil changes and After an oil change. Air filter placement ??? I own two of the three... The 1000k is the best. But now ?? There Co2 shut down models suck.

[@someparts]

Next he tests a Fiero vs a Ferrari.

[@jessielitovaldoezo]

Good generatòr

[@philn1601]

hondas last forever

[@waynepeters4611]

Just bought the firman on sale for $498

[@leolavallee1237]

get on with it dude

[@GeneratorReviews]

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