Honda vs Generac Honda eu2200i vs Generac gp2200i Full Test!! Best generator

A Test that shows weight, sound and full load to see if the Generac gp2200i is truly a better deal then buying the popular honda. You'll see loads in a couple different manors including a 15k ac unit. Dual views to see action in real time which is a Johnnys Weekend exclusive.
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[@johnnysweekends]

What do you think? Is the generac a good alternative to the Honda or would you buy a different model all together or stick with Honda…??

[@tomzhang8675]

Need long term info . Btw, i hoped u can stay quiet for a minute in the video so that i can compare ac sound and generator sound. Or u can play music for a comparison

[@sebastiangeorge7714]

If you need it seldom or noise is not a concern get the cheaper one if you run it at a camping area/near your RV definitely the honda.

[@rags8855]

Honda all the way! Worth every penny!

[@rags8855]

I’d stick with Honda. I also have an 11kw Generac as a back up house generator. It five years old and hardly ever gets used and already leaks oil………

[@bobbear4437]

not for double the money

[@curiousottman]

I bought a Honda 3500 watt portable generator in 2004. It never let me down. Even after having it stored with fuel (and stabilizer) for 4 years it still started on the first pull. Honda engines are legendary. Cost more but trouble free.

[@freidrichnietzsche6643]

"buy once, cry once" ... especially with a piece of equipment that will literally be keeping the lights on... or not ;)

[@nemezida0024]

*A quiet **Generater.Systems** , love the dual fuel capabilities, camper is 50 amp but the adapter helps and found it still handles the load. Haven't taken a camping trip yet, that's in a couple of weeks. Will see how well it does over a long weekend.*

[@johnnysweekends]

A lot of variables there. But mainly any type of inverter generator as they have controls on the carburetor to adjust the engine speed up and down. So on low loads it will drop down engine rpm to a little above idle thus saving fuel.

[@bbtls]

I service all size generators for a living and at the beginning of summer the largest cable company contacted my company to service about 60 little guys like these. They had 29 Hondas and 27 Generacs. After these very abused units were serviced, 26 of those Hondas worked perfect. Only 7... 7 of the Generacs were 100% after the services. The rest needed parts or outright need replaced. So I'd advise anyone buying one of these little guys, if you're going to use it a lot and even abused it, buy the Honda.

[@johnnysweekends]

Agree the Honda is definitely built for all conditions and abuse but always good to but the appropriate size as well. But the cheaper I think are best for the occasional rec user. Thanks for the comment and thanks again for watching 👍🏼😀

[@tomzhang8675]

How many hrs on them?

[@bbtls]

@@tomzhang8675 none of them have hour meters installed, but I would say with their age and how they use them most often, avg runtime of 2-3 hours during each heavy storm, the Hondas probably have 1200-1500 hours while the working Generacs (two years newer) probably in the 900-1200 range. That's if they're used evenly. While servicing them, the guys would literally wait until I finished with a Honda before taking a working Generac. If that holds true when I'm not there, Generac use case and hours would go down but quite a bit.

[@tomzhang8675]

Daniel Hopkins i c. As fsr as u know, how many hrs can a honda last before completely dead?

[@johnnysweekends]

I have read of replies from Honda owners with over 3000 hrs on the small 2000 and the bigger 3000. They said they have hour meters from what they said but I have no proof just from what they said. 3000 isn’t bad or unlikely with proper care and not abused, basically not running over 90% of rated power all the time. But the 2200 really is a beast for what it is. Wish they had a 2500.

[@VitalityMassage]

I owned a Honda generator (2000) in the late 1980s - 90s for eight years total. I used to to detail cars mobile for 6-10 hours a day. Then I sold that business along with the generator. 15 years later I called the guy to see how he was doing. Generator still running fine. Thousands and thousands of hours. Decades of use. Always started on the first pull. Absolutely amazing.

[@johnnysweekends]

That’s awesome, cool to hear the stories on how well they are doing. They do run for ever if you take care of them.

[@NeverTakeNoShortcuts]

This is my experience with the Honda as well. If you are looking to buy a portable, just do yourself a HUGE favor and buy the Honda. It just works forever...

[@robertstewart1262]

I put an eu3000 in a semi. It ran for over six years running eight to ten hours a night five days a week. And it’s quieter than a 13000.00 tri-pac.

[@Mikesorrento3344]

I repair generators. Generac inverters are unreliable. Engines are great, but their inverter boards are low quality and prone to failure. New boards run $450 plus. Spend the money and buy the Honda. Trust me.

[@johnnysweekends]

So far not impressed with the generac. Good engine yes which is just a Yamaha engine basically but so far…ehhhh. Thanks for the comment and thanks again for watching 👍🏼😀

[@rcairflr]

Do the small Generac generators use the Chinese Durac engine?

[@johnnysweekends]

They use the same as predator which is the Rato from what I remember

[@wow1022]

i have a few hundred hours on my craftsman 2200i (generac gp2200i rebranded) and it still runs like a dream

[@MobileAura]

What would you say about Champion?

[@stevejodoin9937]

I’ve had my Honda EU2200i for 5 years now. Great generator. Just this winter we lost power for 4 days at the cottage. It ran 24/7 straight. Powered the fridge/freezer, lights. No issues at all. Low oil automatic shut off worked great (that was my fault). Very little maintenance needed. It’s just a great machine. I find the fuel consumption is very good also. Thinking of buying a second one for parallel use.

[@goodguysgff727]

My EU2200i ran 24 hours for 4 days last couple days without any problem (using Propane) ... 1 tank 20 lbs can run for 30 hours. I love this Honda now.

[@25kmgb]

Excellent unbiased review! Finally a reviewer who uses a professional sound pressure level meter, electrical load meter and real world testing parameters. Fast paced and concise. Very impressive. Very informative. Thank you.

[@johnnysweekends]

Your welcome, I try to keep everything unbiased with a comparison or just a overview of the product, then it’s your choice if it fits your needs. 👍🏼😀 Thanks for the comment and thanks again for watching. 💪🏼👍🏼

[@TheChitwoodINC]

After Ian, ran the 2200i basically 24/7 for 8 days. Changed the oil 3 days in, Ran my deep freezer, fridge, tv, fan & a lamp. Stayed in eco mode until my wife fired up the coffeemaker. Burned 2-3 gallons per day

[@markive9907]

Was a laborer on a power plant ,my job was to keep the two 5500 watt Honda’s with gas and oil ,those generators ran 8-10 hours a day for 3 1/2 yrs some times 7 days a week ,only shut down for 1/2 lunch , carpenters drill ,saws electricians pipe benders .... never changed oil as the boss said we don’t have time for that ,when it’s a $ 27 mil job ,still started first pull ,zero problems

[@johnnysweekends]

Wow, abuse lol. That’s awesome I like to see machines just get worked and still keep going. That’s engineering and craftsmanship. Like stuff from the 50’s and 60’s, old electric pumps and such or old generators, stuff just keeps working. Thanks for the comment and thanks again for watching 👍🏼😀

[@copisetic1104]

I would have changed the oil anyway, screw em

[@jeb721]

@@copisetic1104 Absolutely agreed. It takes 5 mins. No way an employees 5 mins of hourly wage is worth... what are these, $1300 here in Canada?

[@chuckyl3978]

To busy to take 5min to change the oil?!??!? Do they know how much money they will lose with a broken generator...

[@karlir0uw]

Daaamn

[@belavet]

Bought the generac for $365 on Amazon a week or so after Black Friday. Haven't lost power yet but I bought it specifically to handle the pellet stove in case we do. I ran it for 10 hours with no load just to break it in with a magnetic dipstick. Also added a run time counter. After the initial test I went ahead and changed the oil and then ran the pellet stove for around 24 hours. Unsurprisingly, had no issues. For the price of entry compared to the frequency I'm likely to use it (we've only really had one real outage in the five years we've lived here), I'd say it's a winner. Honda does have a stellar reputation, but it's hard to justify $1000+ for what we are using it for. For those who use this for camping or work, I'd say that makes the Honda a much more justifiable price.

[@johnnysweekends]

I agree, save money if it’s just infrequent use.👍🏼

[@christopherstudley9374]

Everyone, including myself, loves Honda everything: mowers, motorcycles, you name it &... their generator(s) are no different. The Genmax is the best budget buy imho. The sine wave produced is clean and consistent. Would us Genmax owners LIKE to have the Honda, of course. Sometimes you've gotta do watcha gotta do.

[@squangan]

I went a different direction with a Yamaha EF2800i about 10 years ago, they are a little more expensive but it still always starts first pull when needed a decade later and has never had any issues.

[@johnnysweekends]

Those are kinda like the Honda 3000is but from the early days. They are tanks and run for ever. Good unit. Just heavy and wish it had more power. But it will probably run for another 10-20 years…🤷🏼‍♂️

[@D199676]

I've been having my Honda EU 2200 for 7 years now and never had a problem with it. They are reliable generators and you can't go wrong with owning one.

[@johnnysweekends]

I love my 2200 only wish it was a 2500. Few more amps to run a 15k ac unit would be nice. It’s starts and runs it but in the heat it’s maxed and only really burning it up. Could have easily been a 2500 in its current setup. Other then that it’s a great unit.

[@D199676]

@@johnnysweekends I agree and that's why I have a larger generator to run my house. I usually take the Honda on camping trips and overnight fishing I run 2,000w stage lights and some other LED lights and it runs perfect.

[@lanep4322]

Excellent review. I bought a Honda EU2200i on the morning Hurricane Helene hit western NC in Sept 2024. It was one of the last 2 units our nearby Lowes had in stock. We were without power for 4 days and used it at two different homes to keep the freezers powered for a few hours every day, run a TV and heat things up in a microwave. It ran great. My brother has a Generac GP2200i and we couldn't get it started. Now that I'm getting more educated on these things, it sounds like he either has an oil fill cutoff switch issue or perhaps one of the control boards went bad. He said even on the first day he used it, it would surge up and down continually when running in eco mode and low load. I suspect it was probably bad out of the box.

[@tubemember21]

That heat gun test is impressive. The Honda put out cleaner power and was considerably quieter doing it. Remember decibel measurements aren't linear, so 72 constant decibels can almost seem twice as loud as 62. This makes a huge difference if you're at a camp site. I'd love to get a Honda, but the $1100 price tag is too much. If it were closer to $800 or so it would make the choice easier IMO. I know Honda price locks their generators, but I'd like to see a dealer invoice to know exactly what they're getting from Honda. Pricing competition wouldn't be a bad thing for us consumers.

[@shanew7361]

I agree, way overpriced and their application leaves a lot to be desired.

[@johnnysweekends]

I agree I have for a while if Honda dropped the price by about 15% they would probably acquire a lot more sales because everyone in there moon is coming out with small gens.

[@chuckyl3978]

@JOHNNY'S WEEKENDS Honda is a premium device. No need to reduce the price. Poor people can buy other brand

[@johnnysweekends]

Well the reliability of Honda has been suffering over the last couple years. And with Honda having China build more and more units, it won’t be long till they manufacture the products and use cheaper bearings and cheaper electric components. Who knows.

[@tubemember21]

@@chuckyl3978 Poor people aren't buying any generators lol.

[@Mr.Ramirez95]

$455 generator is better than NO generator when the power goes out.

[@johnnysweekends]

Darn right. Just depends what your needs are. If you are going to use it all the time and really beat them up then a Honda may be your better option but for recreational and here and there use then many other options are fine. Also a generator sometimes is only as good as its owner. You have to remember to look at them once in a while and fire it up.

[@606pretty]

I live in far Rockaway Ny. YOU SAID AN ABDUNDACE😀😀😀😀😀💯💯💯💯

[@johnnysweekends]

😁😁👍🏼

[@arriagada1957]

Only if runs!!

[@puretoronto]

Thanks Captain Obvious 👍

[@woodstockenvy4666]

I own the Generac GP2200i ... it's handled several multi-day outages without a hitch .. we even had a movie night generator style.

[@johnnysweekends]

Awesome still a good gen and not bad for the price at all. Glad it’s working out for you and thanks for watching 👍🏼

[@billw.3557]

Bought mine for $323 brand new in a box.

[@johnnysweekends]

Steal…!!!! 👍🏼

[@gunsandrotors8704]

I own the eu2200i and it is great. The fuel pump on it allows you to use the extended run fuel cap and connect to a 6 gallon portable boat fuel tank. I really wish honda would make this a dual fuel from the factory so you could run propane.

[@johnnysweekends]

I agree a dual fuel option would be great and easy not to mention 2500 watt would be killer👍🏼

[@briancarmichael1668]

I work in construction. We use the Honda eu2200. And I’m constantly amazed at what they will do. Unbeatable.

[@johnnysweekends]

Nice!! Thanks for the feedback. How many hours you think they have ?

[@briancarmichael1668]

@@johnnysweekends we have a couple of these that are 10+ years old and use them a lot. Even guessing 1 tank of fuel/week, that equals thousands of hours.

[@johnnysweekends]

Wow cool..!! Thanks again. 👊🏼

[@petercbmadsen304]

I have used the Honda for years and never had a problem. I finally put and hour gage on it to keep track of oil changes. It is a smooth running long life beast.

[@UABFWSS]

Tried both for myself. Got a Generac 2200, great value, not all that loud and a seemingly solid unit. Couldn't resist trying the Honda. Immediate difference in volume level, Honda is just so darn quiet and runs at a different, more mellow "sound/tune" that helps it be even more unnoticeable. Thought the app would be trivial, but its actually handy to see actual running amps and keep track of maintenance intervals/etc. Could absolutely do without the CO2 monitor thing, maybe a 12v & usb could by put there instead. Saved a hundred and nine bucks on the Honda at Home Depot with a discount.

[@mattfranks4086]

You can unscrew the front plate and unplug the CO censor and the generator will still run as intended.

[@UABFWSS]

Ended up sellin the Honda and getting a Generac 3300i. Needed a lil bit more power and bonus was, its even a smidge quieter than the Honda is.

[@johnnysweekends]

That particular unit is really quiet

[@UABFWSS]

@@johnnysweekends yes, for sure, love it

[@duffman1241]

@@UABFWSS they are quieter i have the generac 3000 love it never has let me down. I’m in Mn and have ran it in -20

[@patrickhenigin4805]

My wife shows dogs. At today's show, nearly every exhibitor was using a portable generator. She liked the ryobi electric start from home depot. When she compared the ryobi to the honda, she decided that the ryobi was twice as loud. She was using my 20 year old Central Electric inverter generator from Harbor Fright. It is a little harder to start and much louder than modern generators. After comparing several generators she decided on the Honda. I probably would have chosen the Predator from harbor fright. The Honda has a larger engine and is rated for a few more watts.

[@macmcleod1188]

Own a WEN 4300, dual fuel, electric start, no expertise but it did a good job during a 7 day power outage.

[@mikepeterson443]

I'll take my chances with the Honda. Got mine before Wilma (2005); still working today in 2022.

[@johnnysweekends]

If cared for they are pretty bullet proof

[@martinschulz9381]

I love Honda's, but recently service centers are having trouble getting parts

[@johnnysweekends]

Interesting didn’t know this…. Thanks for the update…👍🏼

[@joenop3393]

At 2:36 I thought I was going to see a Bus run over the Generator.......lol

[@johnnysweekends]

Someday I would love to blow one up with some Tannerite 😂👍🏼

[@profdave2861]

I’d love to see that same test with the same size Yamaha generator. I’ve had the IS2000 for 5 years and have over 2,000 hours on it with absolutely zero issues. It has run perfectly, as quiet as the Honda, and also has a fuel gauge and fuel shutoff. Maybe the new Honda’s have one or both of these now, but they didn’t when I bought mine. These days with ethanol fuel, that fuel shutoff on the Yamaha saves a whole lot of frustration and carb cleaning if the genny sits for a month or two.

[@johnnysweekends]

I did test the Yamaha and Honda 2000 watt units. It’s in my video play list..👍🏼😀

[@profdave2861]

@@johnnysweekendsThanks for the quick reply - this was the first of your videos that I’d seen. It just popped up on my feed and since I own and use many different generators, I was curious to see how the General compared to the Honda. I don’t use the is2000 for AC - I have an older RV and the AC unit will overload any genny less than 3.5 kw. I’ll look up that Yammy test right now. Thanks again and great test process by the way!

[@johnnysweekends]

Thank you. Check out my latest video. Even though it’s a off brand it’s a good perspective on what’s coming out. I like Yamaha and Honda but it’s time for them to step up there game a little.

[@profdave2861]

@@johnnysweekends I watched that older Yamaha-Honda 2000 comparison - great review but it was strange that the Yamaha unit held on so long without kicking off. Mine doesn’t do that - if it’s overloaded, it shuts down pretty quickly. Up to the rated load, although the voltage was slightly lower than the Honda, it was still well within the acceptable range for for AC products. And although 1 db lower noise doesn’t appear to be a lot, remember that the db scale is logarithmic, not linear, so a db or two can make quite a difference in sound level. In any case, I have enjoyed watching your reviews, and you have a new subscriber. As a side note, and while I could scroll through your full video list to answer this for myself, have you tested any of the Firman inverter generators? A few months ago I bought their 3650 remote start unit (model W03383). I had to return the first one due to engine surging issues, but I have been very impressed with the one that replaced it. I can’t speak to the longevity as I only have about 100 hours on it, but my wife and I sure like the remote start feature, and it’s relatively quiet for the size of the unit!

[@johnnysweekends]

Thank you for subscribing 👍🏼😀 I too was surprised at the Yamaha As I love there products and really hoped for a little more. Overall it does what it is designed to do. But when you have a unit with a 98cc engine that little bit helps against 80cc one. But those little Yamaha’s are pretty bullet proof. People report back with the amount of hours and it’s in the high hundreds to a Couple thousand. And no I haven’t got into the Firman yet. Will see.

[@colingryms3373]

My brother had a Generac house back up (propane) system and it was a huge money pit (always failing). My father bought a Honda (5500w) and had a panel installed in the house and has never had an issue.

[@truebluekit]

I have a feeling that "buy once, cry once" is the real name if the game here.

[@andyfpt]

Nice comparison review! The sound difference is huge. That's why you see Honda generators at TV towers at golf tournaments.

[@johnnysweekends]

Yea especially in the low rpm ranges it where it really shines. Nothing can compete in that range. Some are close and some people may not even notice much but overall it’s a tough gen to beat for overall noise level. Only wish the 2200 was a 2500 though. It could have easily been with its current set up.

[@Nick-gi6ym]

Yes I see the eu1000 at shows extremely low noise. I’m thinking about the new eu3200 to use with my companion to be used with my home transfer switch I’m only going to get 120V not 220V. But it will run my oil heating system refrigerator lights & etc. my 5000 unit in the shed is getting heavy hell will the 220V. Plus I can store my Honda’s in the basement. Them mice 🐁 can do damage to anything in the shed I have them smell packs from tractor supply to keep mice out so far they work. Thank You

[@gidderman]

Haha that moment the honda hit its rev limiter staring the a/c was gold for me :)

[@davidpaul2255]

I bought two Hondas 2200. Great machine never let me down. There are cheaper ones but not the quality

[@twoblink]

The thing to remember is dB is logarithmic so 10dB is SIGNIFICANT. I have a Yamaha and I like it; it's about as quiet as the Honda. I use to have a Subaru generator; and it was LOUD...

[@cochransgonewildalaska2265]

Using a generator for off grid living really puts them to the test, up here in Alaska. I know it’s opposite to what everyone says, I have had more problems with a Honda 2200 than the generac 2200. I use one of these inverter generators for my entire power generation (live off grid) and run them 10-12 hours a day minimum. I put at least 6000 hrs on the generac 2200 and had no problems other than recoil cord needing replaced and I was hard on it. Oil changes maybe every 400 -500 hrs. It did burn oil heavily at the end. It did eventually die but I was hard on it. The brand new Honda never started on the first pull, it needed a new Carb and throttle within the first year and a brand new inverter unit as well. It was awful to start, and was out of service for almost a month under warranty repair. It hated the cold as well, (-20 through -40f) but the generac didn’t mind. Currently running a cheap champion model that cost $350 and it’s on its last legs after about 8 months but I don’t know if I can complain. I want to give the Honda another shot, I’m sure I just had a lemon. But it’s a big chunk of change.

[@johnnysweekends]

It’s true the upfront cost is a lot. But people seem to abuse them and they last. But you have a great way to test long term as your conditions really put the generators to the test. And it’s true they can all have problems. Only thing I would recommend is more frequent oil changes because the oil reservoir is really small, only a half quart as you know. Recommend is 50hrs for the small gens because they don’t hold a lot of oil. But I bet you could get away with more but it also depends how you use it. If your running at 80 percent load or there about a I would change more often. If maybe only a 1/3 rd load then you could stretch it. I don’t think heat is a real problem up there. Lol 😂 Thanks for the comment and letting us know. And thanks for watching 👍🏼😀

[@scottfurlong5475]

Synthetic oil would help with engine wear if your not already using it. I agree with you, go with the cheaper generator because they're still no way a little Honda is going to last for years and years in your particular case. I'm not saying Honda isn't a good quality generator but you really need commercial grade equipment when you run it like that.

[@profdave2861]

Have you ever tried the Yamaha generators? I have had a Yamaha IS2000 for 5 years and have probably put over 2,000 hours on it and have had ZERO problems. It’s as quiet as a Honda (or better), is incredibly fuel efficient, and typically starts first or second pull any time of year (and it gets used in Canadian winters). I did a ton of research comparing the Honda and Yamaha before I bought it. Both were well rated but the Yamaha had both a fuel gauge and a fuel shutoff, neither of which the Honda had. Both are very helpful, especially if you’re genny gets put away for a month or two. I just shut off the gas and run it dry. I’ll buy another Yamaha if and when this one every dies.

[@Poiuytrewq11286]

I own on of these 2200 generacs for a while now and can say it’s a great machine for the cost haven’t had any problems with it but if you got extra money it’s the best to get the Honda but still generac is good

[@chase3760]

I had a Generac and will never buy one again.

[@johnnysweekends]

Agree

[@bobspittle3201]

I've had 2 Honda EU generators. Simply they are the best. Very quiet.

[@mmcgee1231]

The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of low price is forgotten. You get what you pay for.

[@juliogonzo2718]

Good luck finding a Honda to pay more for

[@mmcgee1231]

@@juliogonzo2718 no luck needed. Just went to home depot and bought it.

[@juliogonzo2718]

@@mmcgee1231 ain't none round these parts

[@chuckyl3978]

Amen

[@reshaanishwarlal2608]

I bought a 3.5kva Honda gx240 generator in 1996 for construction work. Only this year 2022 stopped producing power. Sent it in for repairs. Got it repaired. Got all the rust removed and repainted. Repair cost 360 rands equivalent to +-18 dollars. Starts first time everytime. Honda motor made in Japan. I suppose that makes all the difference not the Chinese ones we get nowadays.

[@reshaanishwarlal2608]

🇿🇦

[@johnnysweekends]

True Honda Japan makes bullet proof stuff, unfortunately more and more is being made in China. They have now transferred as well and I think some product is now showing the the quality has dropped some.

[@kevinc1851]

The old saying you get what you pay for applies. I have had a conversation beside a Honda running a cottage and they start when needed. Take your chances on others, that are a pain to start and loud.

[@johnnysweekends]

I would buy the Honda over the generac. I would buy many things over the generac Lol

[@HamRadio200]

I had both of these in their earlier models. the EU2000i and the Generac 2000. The Generac was no where near as quiet and smooth as the Honda. The generac struggled and failed to start my small air compressor, yet the honda would start it every time. The generac was just junk in my opinion. My Hondas would run for literally hundreds of hours, day after day for weeks on end with extended run fuel tanks. The hondas never let me down.

[@johnnysweekends]

Yea I don’t like this model or recommend after further testing.

[@turdferguson5300]

First of all very good comparison. I didn't do a lot of homework before buying my Honda Companion. I live close to Southern Honda Powersports and I've always liked Honda engines. I got it to use on the farm. I've never seen a hearse being followed by a Wells Fargo truck so I assume you can't take it with ya. I can't fault the Generac either if it holds up like a Honda.

[@johnnysweekends]

I’m actually not impressed with it after having it a couple more months. Louder then most and other have more power now for less.

[@bmd1825]

I own (2) EU2000 Honda’s, one for 11 years and the other for 9 years. There isn’t any telling how many hours I have on them! I use synthetic oil and change it every (3) days regardless of hours used. The Honda product is reliable, durable and one of the last things in this world that you actually get what you pay for....quality, service and longevity.

[@jimmclennan4950]

i have a yamaha 4800! bought in 2001. i was a caterer in the oilfield! i ran it prob 8 hrs+ a day for 6 yrs! then after that whatever! prob over 100000 hrs! at least, still pulls 1st or second time! also have 1000 watt! last forever . i cant believe it! great product

[@johnnysweekends]

The old Yamaha and Honda products from then ran for ever. Even Hondas new stuff is not as good as the older products. I guess they found they were lasting to long lol.

[@h8troodoh]

@johnnysweekends planned obsolescence..sell more.

[@Thatdamdroneguy]

For the price of the Honda 2200 you can buy the bigger generac iq3500 it’s awesome I’ve had one for 3 years and it’s never missed a beat has around 1600 hours on it handles the AC and microwave no problem but yea I like the red box to

[@johnnysweekends]

With your name I figured you would be Blue through and through….😉😁👍🏼

[@Thatdamdroneguy]

@@johnnysweekends yea you would think so but I’ve had a fue issues in the past with a ef2000 it was always struggling to run what I wanted to and finally the inverter unit decided not to come to back to life running tire warmers and a air compressor so was back in the market for something just a little bigger and yea don’t know why I did but I’ve had good luck with the generac I think I was won over by the features and the price of the Generac and that I had my pit back up and running in 45 minutes cus Home Depot was right down the road at the time with it in stock … i don’t regret it at all amazingly

[@johnnysweekends]

Wow nice 👍🏼 Thanks for the comment and thanks again for watching 😀

[@utubetjc]

I have the iq3500 too and it exceeds my expectations. I rotate a Westinghouse igen 2500 and the EU2200 at the cabin. The iQ3500 and a WPro 8500 for home backup.

[@lpon9757]

your "test facility" looks better than my house

[@johnnysweekends]

Lol I try, thanks 😁👍🏼

[@g.elliott4789]

Why I bought two 2000i: Reliability and value. One is over twenty years old and the other five. Neither has been in the shop. The elder has been through six hurricanes, (Typically 3-5 days without power.), and the other three. Also numerous lightening-related power outages of 4-8 hours. The reliability issue is based upon the need for continuous refrigeration. We have two refrigerators full of frozen goods and medication. The medication must be refrigerated. Combined value- thousands. I paid $1000. for the oldest twenty years ago. I can sell it on MarketPlace for $700-800. So my "over priced" 2000i cost me $300 plus five spark plugs and four quarts of oil.

[@mattwaters6987]

Great comparison video. I’m glad I purchased the Honda (2018) EU2200i. No Bluetooth but hey. Don’t really need it. Cheers!

[@johnnysweekends]

They are great gens but yea the Bluetooth is cool but when are you really gonna use it much. Probably in the beginning the first few times to check it out but after that… not really.

[@Tsubaki518]

Honda for long term part availability and support. I can go down to the local Honda small equipment dealer for anything I need. How long will Generac support their stuff. Also converted mine to tri-fuel. Gas, propane or natural gas for emergencies with a direct connection to the side of the house.

[@adcraziness1501]

You get what you pay for. Honda is a Honda motor, built by Honda. Runs at lower RPM to reach rated power, so is quieter. Has a top shelf inverter that is coveted by even the solar community that wishes they could source it separately. Hondas are known to accrue thousands of hours and still run strong. VS Generac, with a cheaper, smaller motor, louder, has to run faster to reach rated output. Not to mention aftermarket accessories and mods such as propane conversion kits and external fuel tanks. Honda's popularity brings those aftermarket possibilities. Don't get me wrong, I also own a Generac (GP3300) and it has served me well, but it isn't in the same league as a Honda.

[@claddagh1000]

Have mine (Generac 2200is)to run my home gas boiler with the Ez generator switch for winter outages

[@johnnysweekends]

Those switches are nice..👍🏼

[@Raven5763]

Every small engine should have a fuel shut off. Running the carb dry will greatly reduce problems with occasional use. You can get away with this a couple of times, but the varnish will build up, and you will have to eventually tear the carb apart and clean it, a big pain in a small generator.

[@Stutzvideo]

I would love to see a print out of the powers sine wave. I bet the Honda is way smoother than the generac. Another test would be measuring the temperature of a table saws motor after 4 minutes of cutting.

[@johnnysweekends]

I bet sine wave would be close as a lot of small units are getting really good. But yea with lower voltage on the generac it may increase motor temps on some units. I doubt a table saw or circular saw will car much as they can use dirty power all day on a construction job. Ac units, fridges and more could need up working harder though. Premature wear. I’ll have to get another oscilloscope. I had one years ago but rarely on all this new stuff I hardly see anything that draws much attention. I dont think they could sell it.

[@johnnysweekends]

I bet sine wave would be close as a lot of small units are getting really good. But yea with lower voltage on the generac it may increase motor temps on some units. I doubt a table saw or circular saw will car much as they can use dirty power all day on a construction job. Ac units, fridges and more could need up working harder though. Premature wear. I’ll have to get another oscilloscope. I had one years ago but rarely on all this new stuff I hardly see anything that draws much attention. I dont think they could sell it.

[@tomg6284]

The spec sheet tells you what your going to get.

[@desertracer2]

You were able to start your 15k ac with the Honda? I have the Honda 3000, never thought you could do that with the 2200.

[@johnnysweekends]

Yup! It also depends on the trailer and how old. The newer ones are not as power hungry and are more efficient. But when firing up AC units you should have the eco off. 👍🏼

[@ayechapin1]

Anybody using theirs for more than twice a week or twice a month should probably get the most expensive one but if all you're doing is going camping 3-4 times a year get the cheap version... I've been on the fence about getting one for about a couple of years now for the main reason of going off grid camping ... and that thing that keeps me from buying one is the noise... I like the silence and peacefulness of the outdoors 😏

[@johnbattista9519]

If you start your AC unit in eco mode, you have a high chance of frying wiring in the AC unit. I made that mistake with my boat’s AC unit. Fried the transformer and fuse holder.

[@johnnysweekends]

Yes, it’s not good for the generator either. But I figured 90% are going to use the generator this way. People buy them set it on the ground fire it up and leave it on eco and go do whatever in the RV or what ever items they power and don’t think much about the generator. The technological people are becoming rare…lol

[@johnbattista9519]

@@johnnysweekends , I wanted to say that your video was well made. Nice work.

[@johnnysweekends]

Thank you very much and thanks for watching 😀👍🏼

[@hariranormal5584]

3:14... how did you even read my brain

[@johnnysweekends]

🤣🤣 it’s odd people don’t look. Maybe they see the camera or just think that person is weird. 😅👍🏼

[@justinsane7128]

Bought the generac to replace a generac I had from the '60s

[@johnnysweekends]

Wow. That one was probably made in the USA unlike everything today.

[@justinsane7128]

@@johnnysweekends 1000 watts all steel still runs too

[@johnnysweekends]

Wow that’s awesome..👍🏼

[@mikeramsey9747]

Another test you need to do is an RFI comparison since Ham Radio Operators often use generators and constantly complain about RFI issues with the generator running.

[@johnnysweekends]

Well I don’t have a Ham radio but a bass or guitar amp would work…👌

[@mikeramsey9747]

@@johnnysweekends I'm sure you know a local Ham operator, but this would be a very interesting test to perform by measuring the RFI put out by various generators.

[@johnnysweekends]

Well I did know one a few years ago, unfortunately time moves on. It’s not as popular as it was even 10 years ago it seems as new generations have no interest in older tech. I’m in the middle. And maybe it’s location but I could put out a local post. Heck I could probably buy a ham radio for cheap. Now I’m curious

[@mikeramsey9747]

@@johnnysweekends Talk with K8MRD or some of the Ham Radio You Tubers they could probably help you with an evaluation.

[@honumoorea873]

The Honda engine even on low eco is running far better, clearly a winner.

[@jeffreystorer4966]

Having taken 8 yrs to wear out a 1kva EU daily use , you get what you pay for ,it it hasn't got Honda on it , you bought the wrong one

[@ProDigit80]

I have a "Wen" and it's pretty good. Pretty basic, starts up right away, quiet...

[@jamesstuart3346]

Honda has a store I can take the generator to if it has an issue. They have all the parts and service techs. Never seen a Generac store

[@johnnysweekends]

Only problem is by the time you pay for a dealer to work on it and parts you could buy a whole other generator again. Honda is good but has its draw backs as well.

[@minassian56]

Are either one of those generators meant for camping only or they can do the job at a home powering up a few items , like a refrigerator and a light / heater .....? thanks.

[@henrymorgan3982]

If I was going to use a generator once, I would buy the Generac. If I was going to use a generator more than once, I would buy the Honda.

[@deeeeeeps]

What I noticed....Honda has a flip up cover for the outlets which would keep water out, why would one want a USB charger on there? Whatever you have it plugged into would have one and nobody wants to sit next to a generator, they give a plug wrench because its impossible to remove the spark plug, Honda runs smooth while Generac was spitting and sputtering, 10db is 10x more intense, sounds like Generac revs higher (shorter engine life) Id rather buy once than buy twice.

[@johnnysweekends]

Yea not a fan of this generac at all after running it a little more after this video.

[@derf_the_mule1405]

Does the Honda App require an account to be created? Does the Honda App require internet access to operate (like EcoFlow)?

[@johnnysweekends]

I Honestly don’t remember its been so long since i signed up. I think it does as it will ask for the serial number of the unit possibly. But it will work only on Bluetooth. It actually does not have Wi-Fi. Just Bluetooth only. But I hear what your saying. Why do I have to create a account for everything, I just wanna Bluetooth connect and be done.

[@artlife6210]

Ive got two 2000 hondas that are over ten years old with over a thousand hours each, dont see too many generacs around at the art shows though so I cant comment on those.

[@playsportfun3356]

Hey! Could you do a comparison between the Honda 2200 and the Generac 2500? On ther premises that Honda has the bigger cc engine, I think this would be a more fair comparison even though the watts are higher. And the engine on the 2500 generac is about 10cc's bigger than its 2200 brother, but still smaller than the Honda. And the 2500 is still half the price of the Honda. What do you think? I just bought the 2500. And you can slip in the whole fuel shut off thing in the same video. Win, win.

[@johnnysweekends]

I do have other videos I’m working on but I’ll see if I can find one. But may be a bit.

[@playsportfun3356]

@@johnnysweekends no problem. I understand. Just a suggestion.

[@dsmith2858]

GREAT VID. when I go to Amazon the Honda is mowing showing $2,500. Did something cause this spike?

[@johnnysweekends]

Yea online orders for some reason are crazy verses local places are still around the $1199 ish area. But I assume stock is low since they are stuck on boats…😂😂😂

[@johnnysweekends]

Seems like that with all product hence the Honda just isn’t even worth now when you can buy 3 almost 4 other gens. I like them but honestly I don’t like moving it or heck even storing it now lol.

[@NGMonocrom]

Not about which is best. Obviously the Honda is best. It'll run reliably for a long time for many years. It's about what a person can afford, not what's best. Always buy the best.... _that you can afford._ For most folks, that's going to be the Generac.

[@Oldbmwr100rs]

For camping or RV'ing, lighter duty or something not used often, the chinese gensets should do the job. Now if you're a contractor or business that uses a lot of portable generators regularly, there's no beating the Honda, they're more expensive because as was shown, you get what they advertise, and they're made to last for years of hard use. You pay for that, but that's just how it is.

[@johnnysweekends]

I agree. I’m actually surprised at the feed back I get though from many comment on how many hours people are getting from some of the popular off brand names.

[@zaned9702]

As a general rule I try not to exceed 80% of the max power rating for the circuit breaker , generator, transformer rating for extended periods of time. 90% is okay for brief periods only and 100% is like never or Mabey in some sort of an extreme emergency. Can’t go wrong and would prefer the Honda but the price point of generac is enticing..

[@johnnysweekends]

It’s very true, if you run 80% or more almost every time then you should upsize to a bigger gen. Thanks for the comment and thanks again for watching 👍🏼😀

[@rags8855]

I have owned a Honda EU2200 for 15 years. Powers our hunting camp each year running 24/7 for days at a time. Other than change oil, filter and plug has never required any other work. May have to change the pull cord as it is starting to Frey. They are expensive but worth every penny!

[@johnnysweekends]

The Honda 2200 I a nice unit. Wish they had a dual fuel ready or even that unit as a 2500 would have really been nice.

[@claddagh1000]

Honda Didn’t sell the 2200 until 2018

[@johnnysweekends]

I assumed he meant the 2000 unit.

[@hobbeeguy6811]

great fast editing.

[@johnnysweekends]

Thank you!! 👍🏼😀

[@microcolonel]

I've just seen so many broken Generacs. If you are using a generator in a remote place, or it's a backup or piece of safety equipment, go with the Honda. If you are using it in a city, or as a non-safety power source, then who cares as long as it does the trick most of the time.

[@99eribear]

That helped SO much. Thanks!!!

[@johnnysweekends]

You’re welcome 👍🏼😀

[@4bearsi678]

Coming from someone who not only has owned several Honda generators throughout our family, I've also sold them and they are JUNK for longterm use, especially considering the price! I'd buy a Generac, Yamaha or Champion over most anything.

[@johnnysweekends]

I think the glory days of the Honda unit are kinda over… the eu2000 seem to run for ever and the early model eu3000is but seems there are more issues with the newer versions now.

[@dennismaynard9392]

4 bear what are you smoking???

[@cryptotrev1394]

I’ve got the Generac iq2000 which is an older model. The Honda can be worked on and parts replaced. Generac just mails a new unit and has you throw the old one away.

[@johnnysweekends]

Interesting… I’ll take the new unit lol. Probably be a updated model because the old one is not being made anymore lol.

[@cryptotrev1394]

@@johnnysweekends I should have mentioned that only happens during the warranty.

[@johnnysweekends]

Well yes but it is 2 years I believe so not bad.

[@cal2201]

I preffered to get two cheap one instead of an expensive Honda

[@johnnysweekends]

I hear yea. A lot agree..👍🏼

[@tomzhang8675]

Hope u can do a test on running hrs at like 25%, 50% 75% 100% load

[@johnnysweekends]

With both or just the Honda?

[@tomzhang8675]

Johnnys Weekends honda. Concerned about the other one's quality. Where is the other one made?

[@johnnysweekends]

China like 95% of every other inverter generator except Honda and Yamaha which even then it’s starting as well. Although most the other little gens are made there they have proven motors. Almost all have a 80cc Yamaha clone engine made by various companies. Biggest changes are the features and amount of power by the inverter board on it.

[@kwanjingx]

My neighbor got a generator and tested and stored it without take out the gas. When the freeze hit, it won't start.

[@johnnysweekends]

Did he run the carburetor dry..? Did he change the plug? Or when stored as oil to cylinder? Check for spark? It won’t start it’s not enough for me. Got to be a reason…👍🏼

[@Farmernicholas84]

I have had a Honda generator for about 6 years and it is still running but I just got a Genarac for about two months and it is already messing up

[@johnnysweekends]

Yea I don’t recommend it.

[@I_HateClickBait]

This review is almost up there with a “Project Farm” review. That’s a good thing.

[@johnnysweekends]

Yesssss!!!! I love Todd, he’s great been watching him for years. Thank you so much…😀👍🏼💪🏼

[@adingman9798]

Two + years ago I bought a slightly used 5500 Generac generator for use at the lake on weekends. Price was $220.00 CDN. That generator has run flawlessly the last two seasons, every weekend, as well as a two week vacation. All I've done is change the oil and filter. This season coming up will be it's 3rd and I'm sure not it's last. Honda products are too expensive and not worth the investment.

[@ljohnson9440]

You get what you pay for,not impressed with Generac at all.

[@patricklapointe674]

For long terme go for Honda! You will save money!

[@torisboy513]

Are you showing the Honda runs the air conditioner with no issues?

[@johnnysweekends]

Yes, correct. It’s a little power house! That was on my older 2018 cougar. But not my newest unit. Haven’t tried yet but I should.

[@jeschreindl]

I would love to be able to buy a couple hondas but $2200+ is a hard pill to swallow. I think for the money your better off running two of the generacs in parallel rather than running one of the Hondas at its very limit every time you want to run the ac. The Honda is definitely the superior machine though

[@johnnysweekends]

Exactly for the price of the Honda it leaves a lot of options to buy two other gens or one big one. It just all depends. Thanks for watching 👍🏼😀

[@oneangrycanadian6205]

My thoughts also

[@pssst3]

The Honda's price in the US is closer to $1200. I've seen it as low as $800. The EB2200i, which is the same basic machine with fewer bells and whistles is even lower.

[@johnnysweekends]

Currently I guess it hard to even get a Honda eu2200i and most are $1199 now. It was $1099 but with everything stuck on boats what ever is out there is more expensive at the moment. Everything has gone up.

[@davido6915]

@@pssst3 let me know when you see a honda for only 800 bucks! I dont think you will see those prices again thanks to all the inflation.

[@brianbirkes6618]

I bought a Generac GP5500, It failed in less than 10 hours. Customer service did nothing despite it being a 100 percent design flaw. Seal failure allowed light rain to leak into the gas tank. rusted out. carburetor stuck open and leaked all over my truck. Cost $400 to replace. They don't care about their customers. In the end the Generac will cost you more!!!

[@johnnysweekends]

Yea I haven’t heard much good from them I try and steer people to Honda Yamaha and champion. How ever I do like the Genmax brands as long as customer service and warranty keep up. If they slide totally I’ll be saddened by that.

[@daviddenson3324]

Could this Honda still run in very hot weather? Or will it shutoff? Here in Texas it can get over 105F heat index (the 'feels like" temp) even if the actual temp is 100F or less.

[@johnnysweekends]

It has a rated temp of 104f but it helps a lot if you keep it in the shade. That’s crucial. It will also depends on the load. Because when it’s hot out heat will rob power. So it may have been able to run a 13.5k ac unit with a little room to spare, but at those temps now it’s about max running the same unit.

[@Powerpickle68]

If I were to spend a grand on a small generator, I would buy two of the Generac, it is a quality product.

[@johnnysweekends]

I’m actually not found of these small generac units actually after having them for a couple more months. Louder then others and not as much power. Better units now available and the generac name is just a sticker. They don’t make it.

[@andrewbecker3700]

Under load the little 100cc in the Generac was screaming compared to the Honda. In a durability test, under equal conditions, the Honda will outlast anything on the market. If you blow up 2 p.o.s. Generics before I have to rebuild my Honda(something you can't do with a disposable engine) I'm still ahead with my rebuilt Honda. If you can afford the Honda it's the only way to go.

[@johnnysweekends]

Actually the generac has a 80cc engine verses Hondas 121 cc motor. Lol crazy right

[@jamesfalvey77]

Don't let cost sell you on clone quiet generators. Honda is what you want. Our company has has one since 2005 and has zero issues and starts on the first pull. Honda for the win

[@tomzhang8675]

How many hrs on it?

[@ikeyeet8312]

@@tomzhang8675 We have 15 years worth of use on a 2000. cant even calculate the hours but it ran hunting camp for years. now we use a 2200 and have the 2000 as backup.

[@brianhilligoss]

Don’t let yourself get but hurt by overpaying for a generator. I have over 9999 hours on a clone. Been running it 10-14 hours a day for 4 years. That’s 5 days a week. No problems at all other then a spark plug change and oil changes once a week.

[@tomzhang8675]

brian hilligoss seriously? Which brand and model is that?

[@brianhilligoss]

@@tomzhang8675 it’s a ducar 2000is. Ducar makes pretty much every clone generator on the market btw. My hour meter stoped working at 9999.

[@davido6915]

Got the gp2200 and I decided to go a little bigger with a gp3300I and i can tell you this generac is 5db quieter and starts on the first pull no matter how cold it is, I would like to see how the gp3300I compares to the honda on noise?

[@johnnysweekends]

I haven’t been able to grab one of those yet. But yea would love to compare one at some point.

[@josephsancartier6006]

I had a generac in 93, in a new motor home. Didn't work at all. They would not repair under warranty. So I've never bought anything with A generac

[@jerrywoodworking4997]

I bought a Generac 2200 engine ran fine but it stopped generating electricity. Took to service center no help called Generac absolutely no help. tried another service center they could not help either. Never again with generac.

[@johnnysweekends]

Unfortunately they don’t actually make that unit. It’s just a contract to have a company make a small line for them. Same as craftsman and a few others. Certain companies actually have a line or design there product. Like Genmax and champion. Or Honda and Yamaha and a couple others.

[@mattschwartz915]

Consider where they are manufactured and vote with your dollar.

[@Jay388]

Would a generator/ inverter this size run a shop vac?

[@johnnysweekends]

Yes, most shop vacs all run on a 15 amp circuit. You’ll want eco mode off when using a shop vac as the draw will go up and down a lot when using it.

[@dustyroads834]

Nice real world review

[@johnnysweekends]

Thank you, and thanks for watching 👍🏼😀