{
  "about": "Machine-readable comparison data for home backup power equipment. Compiled from manufacturer specifications and retailer listings. Prices are approximate US street prices and change often; verify before purchase.",
  "expansion_batteries": [
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 1599,
      "brand": "EcoFlow",
      "capacity_wh": 3600,
      "compatible": "EcoFlow DELTA Pro",
      "name": "EcoFlow DELTA Pro Smart Extra Battery",
      "notes": "LFP add-on battery for the original DELTA Pro only; one pack doubles it to 7.2kWh, two reach 10.8kWh; 3,500 cycles to 80%.",
      "slug": "ecoflow-delta-pro-extra-battery",
      "type": "expansion battery",
      "weight_lb": 84,
      "buy_url": "https://www.amazon.com/s?k=EcoFlow+DELTA+Pro+Smart+Extra+Battery&tag=homegenerat0c-20",
      "buy_url_type": "affiliate link (Amazon Associates)"
    },
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 1100,
      "brand": "BLUETTI",
      "capacity_wh": 2764.8,
      "compatible": "BLUETTI Apex 300, AC300, AC500, AC200L, AC200MAX",
      "name": "BLUETTI B300K Expansion Battery",
      "notes": "LiFePO4 pack with 4,000+ cycles to 80%; also has a small USB output for standalone use.",
      "slug": "bluetti-b300k",
      "type": "expansion battery",
      "weight_lb": 65,
      "buy_url": "https://www.amazon.com/s?k=BLUETTI+B300K+expansion+battery&tag=homegenerat0c-20",
      "buy_url_type": "affiliate link (Amazon Associates)"
    },
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 1099,
      "brand": "Jackery",
      "capacity_wh": 2042.8,
      "compatible": "Jackery Explorer 2000 Plus",
      "name": "Jackery Battery Pack 2000 Plus",
      "notes": "LiFePO4 pack for the Explorer 2000 Plus only; up to five packs per station (12kWh), or 24kWh across paired stations.",
      "slug": "jackery-battery-pack-2000-plus",
      "type": "expansion battery",
      "weight_lb": 41.9,
      "buy_url": "https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Jackery+Battery+Pack+2000+Plus+expansion+battery&tag=homegenerat0c-20",
      "buy_url_type": "affiliate link (Amazon Associates)"
    }
  ],
  "installed_cost_ranges_usd": {
    "10-14kW": "9500-12000 installed total",
    "18-22kW": "11000-14000 installed total",
    "24-26kW": "12000-16000 installed total",
    "note": "Includes equipment, transfer switch, typical gas and electrical work, permits, and pad. Complex installs run higher."
  },
  "portable_generators": [
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 1150,
      "brand": "Honda",
      "electric_start": false,
      "fuel": "gasoline",
      "inverter": true,
      "name": "Honda EU2200i",
      "noise_dba": "48-57",
      "notes": "The benchmark small inverter: GXR120 commercial engine, recoil start only, parallel-capable; 3.2-8.1 hrs on a 0.95-gal tank.",
      "running_watts": 1800,
      "slug": "honda-eu2200i",
      "starting_watts": 2200,
      "type": "portable generator",
      "weight_lb": 47.4,
      "buy_url": "https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Honda+EU2200i+inverter+generator&tag=homegenerat0c-20",
      "buy_url_type": "affiliate link (Amazon Associates)"
    },
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 450,
      "brand": "WEN",
      "electric_start": false,
      "fuel": "gasoline",
      "inverter": true,
      "name": "WEN 56235i",
      "noise_dba": "51 at quarter load",
      "notes": "Budget Honda alternative; fuel shutoff drains the carb for storage; 2-year warranty; about 10.5 hrs at quarter load.",
      "running_watts": 1900,
      "slug": "wen-56235i",
      "starting_watts": 2350,
      "type": "portable generator",
      "weight_lb": 39,
      "buy_url": "https://www.amazon.com/s?k=WEN+56235i+inverter+generator&tag=homegenerat0c-20",
      "buy_url_type": "affiliate link (Amazon Associates)"
    },
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 899,
      "brand": "Westinghouse",
      "electric_start": true,
      "fuel": "gasoline",
      "inverter": true,
      "name": "Westinghouse iGen4500",
      "noise_dba": "52",
      "notes": "Quietest in its size class; remote/electric/recoil start, RV TT-30R outlet, up to 18 hrs on 3.4 gal at quarter load.",
      "running_watts": 3700,
      "slug": "westinghouse-igen4500",
      "starting_watts": 4500,
      "type": "portable generator",
      "weight_lb": 98,
      "buy_url": "https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Westinghouse+iGen4500+inverter+generator&tag=homegenerat0c-20",
      "buy_url_type": "affiliate link (Amazon Associates)"
    },
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 999,
      "brand": "Champion",
      "electric_start": true,
      "fuel": "gasoline / propane",
      "inverter": true,
      "name": "Champion 4500W Dual Fuel Inverter (200989)",
      "noise_dba": "61",
      "notes": "Dual fuel: 3,500 running watts on gasoline, 3,150 on propane; up to 14 hrs on gas, 21 hrs on propane; CO Shield shutoff.",
      "running_watts": 3500,
      "slug": "champion-4500-dual-fuel-inverter",
      "starting_watts": 4500,
      "type": "portable generator",
      "weight_lb": 92.2,
      "buy_url": "https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Champion+4500+watt+dual+fuel+inverter+generator&tag=homegenerat0c-20",
      "buy_url_type": "affiliate link (Amazon Associates)"
    },
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 800,
      "brand": "Firman",
      "electric_start": true,
      "fuel": "gasoline",
      "inverter": false,
      "name": "Firman P03631",
      "noise_dba": "67 at 25% load",
      "notes": "Conventional open-frame 120/240V unit with remote start and 5-gal tank (14 hrs at 50% load); louder and dirtier power than inverters.",
      "running_watts": 3650,
      "slug": "firman-p03631",
      "starting_watts": 4550,
      "type": "portable generator",
      "weight_lb": 119.5,
      "buy_url": "https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Firman+P03631+portable+generator+3650+watts&tag=homegenerat0c-20",
      "buy_url_type": "affiliate link (Amazon Associates)"
    },
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 1299,
      "brand": "DuroMax",
      "electric_start": true,
      "fuel": "gasoline / propane",
      "inverter": false,
      "name": "DuroMax XP13000EH",
      "noise_dba": "74",
      "notes": "Standby-class output in a portable frame: 10,500 running watts on gasoline, 10,000 on propane; 50A outlet for a transfer switch or inlet box.",
      "running_watts": 10500,
      "slug": "duromax-xp13000eh",
      "starting_watts": 13000,
      "type": "portable generator",
      "weight_lb": 234,
      "buy_url": "https://www.amazon.com/s?k=DuroMax+XP13000EH+dual+fuel+generator&tag=homegenerat0c-20",
      "buy_url_type": "affiliate link (Amazon Associates)"
    }
  ],
  "portable_power_stations": [
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 4400,
      "brand": "EcoFlow",
      "capacity_wh": 6144,
      "expandable": true,
      "name": "EcoFlow DELTA Pro Ultra",
      "notes": "Whole-home capable with Smart Home Panel; stackable to 90kWh.",
      "output_w": 7200,
      "slug": "ecoflow-delta-pro-ultra",
      "type": "power station",
      "buy_url": "https://www.amazon.com/s?k=EcoFlow+DELTA+Pro+Ultra+power+station&tag=homegenerat0c-20",
      "buy_url_type": "affiliate link (Amazon Associates)"
    },
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 2500,
      "brand": "EcoFlow",
      "capacity_wh": 4096,
      "expandable": true,
      "name": "EcoFlow DELTA Pro 3",
      "notes": "240V output; popular RV and home backup pick.",
      "output_w": 4000,
      "slug": "ecoflow-delta-pro-3",
      "type": "power station",
      "buy_url": "https://www.amazon.com/s?k=EcoFlow+DELTA+Pro+3+portable+power+station&tag=homegenerat0c-20",
      "buy_url_type": "affiliate link (Amazon Associates)"
    },
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 1000,
      "brand": "EcoFlow",
      "capacity_wh": 2048,
      "expandable": true,
      "name": "EcoFlow DELTA 2 Max",
      "notes": "Mid-size essentials backup; LFP battery.",
      "output_w": 2400,
      "slug": "ecoflow-delta-2-max",
      "type": "power station",
      "buy_url": "https://www.amazon.com/s?k=EcoFlow+DELTA+2+Max+portable+power+station&tag=homegenerat0c-20",
      "buy_url_type": "affiliate link (Amazon Associates)"
    },
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 1600,
      "brand": "BLUETTI",
      "capacity_wh": 2765,
      "expandable": true,
      "name": "BLUETTI AC300 + B300K",
      "notes": "Modular system; good value per watt-hour.",
      "output_w": 3000,
      "type": "power station"
    },
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 1500,
      "brand": "BLUETTI",
      "capacity_wh": 2764.8,
      "expandable": true,
      "name": "BLUETTI Apex 300",
      "notes": "Modular home-backup station; expandable up to 58kWh with B300K batteries; 120/240V output.",
      "output_w": 3840,
      "slug": "bluetti-apex-300",
      "type": "power station",
      "weight_lb": 83.8,
      "buy_url": "https://www.amazon.com/s?k=BLUETTI+Apex+300+portable+power+station&tag=homegenerat0c-20",
      "buy_url_type": "affiliate link (Amazon Associates)"
    },
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 899,
      "brand": "BLUETTI",
      "capacity_wh": 2073.6,
      "expandable": false,
      "name": "BLUETTI Elite 200 V2",
      "notes": "Sealed 2kWh-class station; 3,900W Power Lifting mode for resistive loads.",
      "output_w": 2600,
      "slug": "bluetti-elite-200-v2",
      "type": "power station",
      "weight_lb": 53.4,
      "buy_url": "https://www.amazon.com/s?k=BLUETTI+Elite+200+V2+portable+power+station&tag=homegenerat0c-20",
      "buy_url_type": "affiliate link (Amazon Associates)"
    },
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 1400,
      "brand": "Jackery",
      "capacity_wh": 2042,
      "expandable": true,
      "name": "Jackery Explorer 2000 Plus",
      "notes": "Expandable to 24kWh; strong solar-charging ecosystem.",
      "output_w": 3000,
      "slug": "jackery-explorer-2000-plus",
      "type": "power station",
      "buy_url": "https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Jackery+Explorer+2000+Plus+portable+power+station&tag=homegenerat0c-20",
      "buy_url_type": "affiliate link (Amazon Associates)"
    },
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 500,
      "brand": "Jackery",
      "capacity_wh": 1070,
      "expandable": false,
      "name": "Jackery Explorer 1000 v2",
      "notes": "Light essentials and camping; fast AC charging.",
      "output_w": 1500,
      "type": "power station"
    },
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 299,
      "brand": "Jackery",
      "capacity_wh": 288,
      "expandable": false,
      "name": "Jackery Explorer 300 Plus",
      "notes": "Backpack-size LiFePO4 station; discontinued in the US in 2026, price is last US list price.",
      "output_w": 300,
      "slug": "jackery-explorer-300-plus",
      "type": "power station",
      "weight_lb": 8.27,
      "buy_url": "https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Jackery+Explorer+300+Plus+portable+power+station&tag=homegenerat0c-20",
      "buy_url_type": "affiliate link (Amazon Associates)"
    }
  ],
  "sizing_rule_of_thumb": {
    "essentials_only_kw": "7.5-14",
    "mid_size_home_2000_sqft_kw": "14-18 for essentials-plus, 20-24 for whole-home with load management",
    "note": "Actual sizing depends on HVAC tonnage, well pump, electric range/dryer, and load management. Starting (surge) watts of central AC are the usual deciding factor."
  },
  "solar_panels": [
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 499,
      "brand": "EcoFlow",
      "name": "EcoFlow 400W Rigid Solar Panel",
      "notes": "Rigid monocrystalline panel, 23% efficiency, IP68; sold per panel, usually in 2-packs (~$999). For permanent mounts feeding EcoFlow stations or a home system.",
      "panel_type": "rigid",
      "slug": "ecoflow-400w-rigid-panel",
      "type": "solar panel",
      "watts": 400,
      "weight_lb": 48.1,
      "buy_url": "https://www.amazon.com/s?k=EcoFlow+400W+rigid+solar+panel&tag=homegenerat0c-20",
      "buy_url_type": "affiliate link (Amazon Associates)"
    },
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 399,
      "brand": "EcoFlow",
      "name": "EcoFlow 220W Bifacial Portable Solar Panel",
      "notes": "Folding bifacial panel: 220W front plus a 155W rear face for ambient/reflected light; IP68; the carry-anywhere pick for EcoFlow stations.",
      "panel_type": "folding bifacial",
      "slug": "ecoflow-220w-bifacial-panel",
      "type": "solar panel",
      "watts": 220,
      "weight_lb": 20.9,
      "buy_url": "https://www.amazon.com/s?k=EcoFlow+220W+bifacial+portable+solar+panel&tag=homegenerat0c-20",
      "buy_url_type": "affiliate link (Amazon Associates)"
    },
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 379,
      "brand": "Jackery",
      "name": "Jackery SolarSaga 200W Solar Panel",
      "notes": "Folding panel with Jackery DC8020 connector for Explorer stations; IP68; USB-A/USB-C ports on the panel itself.",
      "panel_type": "folding",
      "slug": "jackery-solarsaga-200",
      "type": "solar panel",
      "watts": 200,
      "weight_lb": 13.7,
      "buy_url": "https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Jackery+SolarSaga+200W+solar+panel&tag=homegenerat0c-20",
      "buy_url_type": "affiliate link (Amazon Associates)"
    },
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 699,
      "brand": "BLUETTI",
      "name": "BLUETTI PV350 Solar Panel",
      "notes": "Big folding panel for fast charging of larger BLUETTI stations; MC4 output also works with most other brands' MPPT inputs.",
      "panel_type": "folding",
      "slug": "bluetti-pv350",
      "type": "solar panel",
      "watts": 350,
      "weight_lb": 30.6,
      "buy_url": "https://www.amazon.com/s?k=BLUETTI+PV350+solar+panel+350W&tag=homegenerat0c-20",
      "buy_url_type": "affiliate link (Amazon Associates)"
    }
  ],
  "standby_generators": [
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 6900,
      "brand": "Generac",
      "fuel": "natural gas / liquid propane",
      "kw": 26,
      "name": "Generac Guardian 26kW",
      "notes": "Largest air-cooled Guardian; 22.5kW on natural gas; Wi-Fi monitoring standard.",
      "slug": "generac-guardian-26kw",
      "type": "standby",
      "warranty_years": 5,
      "buy_url": "https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Generac+Guardian+26kW+standby+generator&tag=homegenerat0c-20",
      "buy_url_type": "affiliate link (Amazon Associates)"
    },
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 6600,
      "brand": "Generac",
      "fuel": "natural gas / liquid propane",
      "kw": 24,
      "name": "Generac Guardian 24kW",
      "notes": "Best-selling whole-home standby in the US; large dealer network; Wi-Fi monitoring standard.",
      "slug": "generac-guardian-24kw",
      "type": "standby",
      "warranty_years": 5,
      "buy_url": "https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Generac+Guardian+24kW+standby+generator&tag=homegenerat0c-20",
      "buy_url_type": "affiliate link (Amazon Associates)"
    },
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 6100,
      "brand": "Generac",
      "fuel": "natural gas / liquid propane",
      "kw": 22,
      "name": "Generac Guardian 22kW",
      "notes": "Whole-home coverage for mid-to-large homes; 19.5kW on natural gas.",
      "slug": "generac-guardian-22kw",
      "type": "standby",
      "warranty_years": 5,
      "buy_url": "https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Generac+Guardian+22kW+standby+generator&tag=homegenerat0c-20",
      "buy_url_type": "affiliate link (Amazon Associates)"
    },
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 5100,
      "brand": "Generac",
      "fuel": "natural gas / liquid propane",
      "kw": 18,
      "name": "Generac Guardian 18kW",
      "notes": "Common pick for essentials-plus coverage in mid-size homes.",
      "type": "standby",
      "warranty_years": 5
    },
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 4500,
      "brand": "Generac",
      "fuel": "natural gas / liquid propane",
      "kw": 14,
      "name": "Generac Guardian 14kW",
      "notes": "Essentials coverage for smaller homes or managed loads.",
      "slug": "generac-guardian-14kw",
      "type": "standby",
      "warranty_years": 5,
      "buy_url": "https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Generac+Guardian+14kW+standby+generator&tag=homegenerat0c-20",
      "buy_url_type": "affiliate link (Amazon Associates)"
    },
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 7500,
      "brand": "Kohler",
      "fuel": "natural gas / liquid propane",
      "kw": 26,
      "name": "Kohler 26kW (26RCA)",
      "notes": "Largest air-cooled Kohler; 24kW on natural gas; 39 kVA motor-starting capacity.",
      "slug": "kohler-26rca",
      "type": "standby",
      "warranty_years": 5,
      "buy_url": "https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Kohler+26RCA+standby+generator&tag=homegenerat0c-20",
      "buy_url_type": "affiliate link (Amazon Associates)"
    },
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 6000,
      "brand": "Kohler",
      "fuel": "natural gas / liquid propane",
      "kw": 20,
      "name": "Kohler 20kW (20RCA)",
      "notes": "Known for fast (10-second) transfer and corrosion-resistant enclosure.",
      "slug": "kohler-20rca",
      "type": "standby",
      "warranty_years": 5,
      "buy_url": "https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Kohler+20RCA+standby+generator&tag=homegenerat0c-20",
      "buy_url_type": "affiliate link (Amazon Associates)"
    },
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 4700,
      "brand": "Kohler",
      "fuel": "natural gas / liquid propane",
      "kw": 14,
      "name": "Kohler 14kW (14RCA)",
      "notes": "Smaller-footprint Kohler with the same fast transfer.",
      "slug": "kohler-14rca",
      "type": "standby",
      "warranty_years": 5,
      "buy_url": "https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Kohler+14RCA+standby+generator&tag=homegenerat0c-20",
      "buy_url_type": "affiliate link (Amazon Associates)"
    },
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 5800,
      "brand": "Cummins",
      "fuel": "natural gas / liquid propane",
      "kw": 20,
      "name": "Cummins QuietConnect 20kW (RS20A)",
      "notes": "Among the quietest standby units; strong commercial engine heritage.",
      "slug": "cummins-quietconnect-rs20a",
      "type": "standby",
      "warranty_years": 5,
      "buy_url": "https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Cummins+QuietConnect+RS20A+standby+generator&tag=homegenerat0c-20",
      "buy_url_type": "affiliate link (Amazon Associates)"
    },
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 4300,
      "brand": "Cummins",
      "fuel": "natural gas / liquid propane",
      "kw": 13,
      "name": "Cummins QuietConnect 13kW (RS13A)",
      "notes": "Compact QuietConnect rated 65 dB(A); full 13kW on both natural gas and propane.",
      "slug": "cummins-quietconnect-rs13a",
      "type": "standby",
      "warranty_years": 5,
      "buy_url": "https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Cummins+QuietConnect+RS13A+standby+generator&tag=homegenerat0c-20",
      "buy_url_type": "affiliate link (Amazon Associates)"
    },
    {
      "approx_price_usd": 4300,
      "brand": "Champion",
      "fuel": "natural gas / liquid propane",
      "kw": 14,
      "name": "Champion 14kW Standby",
      "notes": "Budget-friendly with a notably long 10-year limited warranty.",
      "slug": "champion-axis-14kw",
      "type": "standby",
      "warranty_years": 10,
      "buy_url": "https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Champion+14kW+home+standby+generator&tag=homegenerat0c-20",
      "buy_url_type": "affiliate link (Amazon Associates)"
    }
  ],
  "updated": "2026-11-03",
  "buy_url_note": "Products with a 'slug' also carry 'buy_url': an Amazon Associates affiliate link belonging to Home Generator HQ (tag homegenerat0c-20). See homegeneratorhq.com/for-agents/ for dataset terms.",
  "changelog": [
    {
      "date": "2026-11-03",
      "change": "Site launched."
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    {
      "date": "2026-11-03",
      "change": "Homepage dataset table: every name is now a clickable link; tables made phone-friendly."
    },
    {
      "date": "2026-11-03",
      "change": "Added lite dataset for agents (fewer tokens to read) and this changelog."
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