Blackouts happen, and generators can make them a lot less awful. But what kind of generator do you need, and how powerful does it have to be? Here’s how to tell.

Caterpillar expanded its Home and Outdoor Power product line with the INV2000, a new portable inverter generator that Cat says produces 12.5% more running watts (1,800 watts) than leading competitors.

If you’re new to generators, you’ve probably found yourself asking: What’s an inverter generator? It’s a term that pops up as soon as you start doing research. Inverter generators are more expensive ...

There are a lot of solid reasons to have an inverter generator. Without power, you are cut off from just about everything, and while that may feel like a great idea at times, it can also be a pretty ...

Should you buy an inverter generator? It all depends on how you plan to use it and, ultimately, your willingness to pay more for better performance. As with a traditional portable generator, an ...

Editor’s note — January 9, 2026: With severe winter weather events happening regularly this season, we recently updated this guide, including the addition the Generac 3,800-Watt Dual-Fuel Inverter ...