Compared set
12 of 24 models checked match every need here: “Cover several home essentials at once”.
12 matching models from 24 checkedBest for this need
Best generator sets for home backup
Our pick
Westinghouse WGen11500TFc Tri-Fuel Generator
Westinghouse WGen11500TFc is the strongest broad home-essentials choice here because it combines 11,500 gasoline running watts, tri-fuel operation, 120/240V, a 50A outlet and published low-THD output.
Why it fits this need
- It supplies 11,500 running watts and 14,500 starting watts on gasoline.
- It can run on gasoline, propane and natural gas.
- Main trade-off
- The 230-pound frame needs level roll-out storage and two-person lifting planning.
- Choose DuroMax XP13000HXT Tri Fuel Portable Generator instead when
- the deciding need is cover several home essentials at once
More reasons behind this pick
- It uses a conventional generator output stage.
Westinghouse WGen11500TFc is the strongest broad home-essentials choice here because it combines 11,500 gasoline running watts, tri-fuel operation, 120/240V, a 50A outlet and published low-THD output.
What the facts say
What the comparison shows
Useful conclusions from the current generator sets comparison, followed by the checked facts used to reach them.
Why it helps
Westinghouse WGen11500TFc Tri-Fuel Generator has the largest rated running output in the comparable set at 11,500 W.
- Westinghouse WGen11500TFc Tri-Fuel Generator
- 11,500 W
- Category median
- 7,125 W
- Comparable models
- 20 of 24
See the checked facts and calculation notes
Match countThe count uses the current product-to-need assignments for “Cover several home essentials at once”. A need with no documented match does not count.
Calculation noteThis uses the named configuration on its primary listed fuel. Output can fall on propane or natural gas. The median covers 20 of 24 models with comparable published figures.
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| Westinghouse WGen11500TFc Tri-Fuel Generator |
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| DuroMax XP13000HXT Tri Fuel Portable Generator |
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| Champion 9000-Watt Tri-Fuel Inverter with CO Shield |
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What matters in practice
How to choose for this need
Westinghouse WGen11500TFc is the strongest broad home-essentials choice here because it combines 11,500 gasoline running watts, tri-fuel operation, 120/240V, a 50A outlet and published low-THD output.
What decides this choice
It supplies 11,500 running watts and 14,500 starting watts on gasoline. The 230-pound frame needs level roll-out storage and two-person lifting planning.
Why WGen11500TFc Tri-Fuel Generator leads
It supplies 11,500 running watts and 14,500 starting watts on gasoline. It can run on gasoline, propane and natural gas.
When an alternative fits better
Choose DuroMax XP13000HXT Tri Fuel Portable Generator when the deciding need is cover several home essentials at once. Choose Champion 9000-Watt Tri-Fuel Inverter with CO Shield when the deciding need is cover several home essentials at once.
What this comparison cannot tell you
- Reference appliance loads are estimates.
- Fuel-specific ratings may differ sharply.
- Home wiring work belongs with a qualified installer.
3 options
Our pick and alternatives
Westinghouse, WGen11500TFc
WGen11500TFc Tri-Fuel Generator
It supplies 11,500 running watts and 14,500 starting watts on gasoline. It can run on gasoline, propane and natural gas.
Winner whenstart a 240V well pump and run a window air conditioner
Decisive facts
- It supplies 11,500 running watts and 14,500 starting watts on gasoline.
- It can run on gasoline, propane and natural gas.
Trade-off
The 230-pound frame needs level roll-out storage and two-person lifting planning.
DuroMax, XP13000HXT
XP13000HXT Tri Fuel Portable Generator
It supplies 10,500 running watts and 13,000 starting watts on gasoline. It can run on gasoline, propane and natural gas.
Choose instead whenthe deciding need is cover several home essentials at once
Decisive facts
- It supplies 10,500 running watts and 13,000 starting watts on gasoline.
- It can run on gasoline, propane and natural gas.
Trade-off
Natural-gas running output is 2,000 watts below gasoline output.
Champion, 201176
9000-Watt Tri-Fuel Inverter with CO Shield
It supplies 7,250 running watts and 9,000 starting watts on gasoline. It can run on gasoline, propane and natural gas.
Choose instead whenthe deciding need is cover several home essentials at once
Decisive facts
- It supplies 7,250 running watts and 9,000 starting watts on gasoline.
- It can run on gasoline, propane and natural gas.
Trade-off
At 156.6 pounds it needs wheels and careful handling.
Ready to choose?
Check the price. Read the owner reviews.
Our pick for this need
Westinghouse WGen11500TFc Tri-Fuel Generator
It supplies 11,500 running watts and 14,500 starting watts on gasoline.
See price & reviews on AmazonChoose instead when
DuroMax XP13000HXT Tri Fuel Portable Generator
the deciding need is cover several home essentials at once
See price & reviews on Amazon