Originally Posted By: linjiawen
I want to go camping,so I need to buy a portable generator.
And If suddenly no electricity, I can also use it.
What brand of recommendation
I've been in the path of hurricanes for 30+ years. Plenty of "off grid" and camping experience.
First things first. The generator you pick depends on your planned use AND your planned back up use.
A Honda EU1000 suitcase generator will run a 5000 BTU air conditioner or will start and run a moderately sized fridge. But not both. The Honda 2000 will easily do both, or a larger AC unit.
Among the Chinese brands, Champion is considered the best. But they fall short of Honda products.
If you are going to purchase a conventional, open frame genset, consider something from Northern Tool. They use Honda engines and Mecc Alte (very high quality) generator heads.
Note: an 11HP (5500W) generator will start and run well pumps, will run a water heater etc.
Remember to consider HP (or engine CC's) , not "peak watts" when sizing a larger generator. It's HP that does the work, and engine size is the defining factor. A 330cc engine will make 11HP and make about 5500W of electrical output. A 270cc engine WILL NOT make 5500W continuous, and so cannot run most typical 4500W water heaters.