Best Amazon Prime Day October 2022 whole house and portable generator deals
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Amazon’s Prime Early Access sale is finally here and it’s offering tons of great savings! If you missed out on a new generator during the first Prime Day back in July, now is a great opportunity to pick one up at a discount. We’ll be keeping this list updated throughout the event, so check back often! If you’re interested in automotive accessories in general, check out our official best early automotive accessory deals post right here.
Keep in mind, this sale is only for Amazon Prime members. If you aren’t a member yet, you can sign up for a 30-day free trial right here.
Key Features
“Quiet operation” makes it great for camping, tailgating or RVs
Features 4,500 starting watts and 3,500 running watts
Up to 14 hours of run time on just 2.3 gallons of gasoline
Optional parallel kit allows users to connect multiple inverters together to double the power output
Built-in intelligauge allows users to monitor voltage, frequency and operating hours
Built-in EZ Start Dial makes startup easy
Two built-in 120V 20A outlets, a 120V 30A RV outlet, 12V automotive-style (cigarette lighter) outlet, dual port USB adapter
Includes a 3-year limited warranty with purchase with free lifetime technical support
This generator is one of the best all-arounders out there. You can use it by itself or link it with another to double the power output, built-in gauge lets you know exactly how much time you have left and lets users accurate track voltage, and it also features an “EZ Start Dial” preventing the need for a pull cord. There’s even a quiet operation mode that makes it great for camping or tailgating. Last but not least, you’ll get a 3-year limited warranty with your purchase and free lifetime technical support.
Key Features
Very lightweight, only 39 lbs
“Quiet operation” makes it great for camping or tailgating
Features 2,500 starting watts and 1,850 running watts
Up to 11.5 hours of run time w/ gas or 24 hours w/ propane
Optional parallel kit allows users to connect multiple inverters together to double the power output
Two built-in 120V 20A outlets
Includes a 3-year limited warranty with purchase
A portable electrical generator is a great compromise if you don’t want or need to keep a full-sized generator around. This one runs on gas or propane with up to 34 hours of runtime and it only weighs 39 lbs. Like the generator above, this one can also be linked to another generator to double the power output and it also comes with a 3-year limited warranty.
Key Features
Powered by a 4-stroke DuroMax engine
Utilizes dual fuel technology – can run on propane or gasoline
Features 12,000 starting watts and 9,500 running watts
Can choose between operating at both 120V and 240V simultaneously or at only 120V at full power
EPA and CARB approved in all 50 states
We can’t get enough of portable power. This 12,000-watt DuroMax generator is larger than some others on our list so you may not want to take it camping, but it’s a great backup power option to keep at home or at a worksite. It can run on either gas or propane, it has an electric start, and it’s rated for 9,500 running watts so it can handle heavier loads and power things like a refrigerator, home air conditioning unit, and high amperage power tools.
Key Features
This power station recharges to 80% in 3.5 hours
Can recharge via USB-C, wall outlet or car outlet
Includes 2 built-in AC outlets that deliver 300W power, 1 USB-C port, 1 fast-charge USB 3.0 port, 1 USB-A port and 1 DC car port
Can power up to 6 devices at once
Weights only 7.1 lbs
For those who don’t like the noise and exhaust of a normal generator, portable power stations may be for you. This one from Jackery can be charged from 0% to 80% in just 3.5 hours when plugged into a wall outlet (3.6 hours when plugged into a car) and has enough of a charge to power your phone 31x, a camera 15x and a drone 6x, making it perfect for camping and longer road trips. If you’re going to be outside for a while you can also pair it with a solar panel for charging off the road and off the grid. If the Explorer 300 isn’t exactly what suits your needs the Jackery Portable Power Station Explorer 240 and Jackery Portable Power Station Explorer 1000 are also great picks, worth a look.
Key Features
Recharges up to 80% in as little as 1 hour and fully charges in 1.6 hours – if you prefer convenience over speed, you can also use the “quiet charging” mode
Compatible with over 80% of home appliances (up to 1800W)
Includes 3 AC outlets, 3 DC outlets and 4 USB outlets
Can charge up to 10 devices simultaneously
Weighs just 11 lbs
Purchase includes a 24 month warranty
The EcoFlow solar-compatible portable generator is equipped with two USB-A ports, one fast-charge USB port, one 100w USB-C port, three DC outlets, and three 600W AC outlets. Thanks to its fast-charge tech the unit can go from 0% battery to fully charged in just 1.6 hours. It can power 80% of home appliances (up to 1800W) so you can run devices (laptops and phones) and home appliances (fridge, blender, etc.) for hours. Another nice feature is the fact you can charge things without the noise of the generator running in the background thanks to a “Quiet Charging” app setting.
