Paralleled Honda EU2200I Companion VS Cummins Onan 4500 (Generator Review)

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HONDA EU2200I
Inverter Yes
Portable Yes
Parallel capable Yes, cable not included
RV ready No
Fuel Gasoline
Engine 121 cc Honda GXR120 OHV 4-stroke
Starting system Recoil
Voltage AC: 120V 60 Hz
Running watts 1800 W
Starting watts 2200 W
Running amps 15 amps
Peak amps 18.3 amps
Run time @50% load 4 h
Run time @25% load 8.1 h
GFCI outlets No
Covered outlets Yes
Automatic Voltage Regulation Inverter
AC outlets
1x 120V 20A (5-20R)
1x 120V 30A (L5-30R)
DC outlets No
Data center My Generator App
Indicators Low oil, overload and output ready
Fuel tank 0.95 gal
Fuel gauge No
Weight 47.4 lbs
Approx. dimensions (L x W x H) 20 x 11.4 x 16.7 in
Noise (lower limit) 48 dBA
THD 3%
Emissions CARB, EPA
Security Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring
Spark arrestor Yes
Neutral Floating
Accessories included No
Warranty 3 years
Series Super Quiet
Cummins Onan 4500 Watts
Inverter Yes
Portable Yes
Parallel capable Yes, cable not included
RV ready Yes
Fuel Gasoline
Engine 224 cc Ducar OHV 4-stroke
Starting system Recoil, Electric, Remote
Voltage AC: 120V 60 Hz, DC: 5V
Running watts 3700 W
Starting watts 4500 W
Running amps 30.8 amps
Peak amps 37.5 amps
Run time @50% load 15 h
Run time @25% load 18 h
GFCI outlets No
Covered outlets Yes
Automatic Voltage Regulation Inverter
AC outlets
1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R)
1x 120V 30A (TT-30R)
DC outlets 2x 5V USB port
Data center Power output, fuel level, lifetime run hours, remaining run time and voltage
Indicators Low oil, overload and output ready
Fuel tank Steel, 3.4 gal
Fuel gauge Digital
Weight 98 lbs
Approx. dimensions (L x W x H) 24.5 x 18.3 x 20.5 in
Noise (lower limit) 52 dBA
THD 3%
Emissions CARB, EPA
Security Low oil and overload protection
Spark arrestor Yes
Neutral Floating
Accessories included Oil, funnel, tool kit, key fob, battery charger, and battery
Warranty 3 years

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@_Pearls4Swine 17 күн бұрын

The man’s man. Wish you were my neighbor friend. If we put all our gadgets together we would get some serious trouble.

@GeneratorReviews 17 күн бұрын

Now I like how you think 👍🏾👌🏾😅 Sounds like a great idea

@homeguy4 Жыл бұрын

I'm sold on the Cummins Onan Gen. Not worried about the weight. Up here in Canada, One Honda is the same price of the Cummins. With 2 Honda's, twice the price.

@NukePooch1 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. A month back, I bought a Honda 2200i to pair with my 5y/o 2000i. Love the setup.

@N6EAJ 2 жыл бұрын

Besides the two smaller generators being easier to move than one big one and being able to save fuel by running just one of two, I like knowing a single failure can't bring down my entire power setup..... especially since I use my two parallel generators for home backup power.

@Asidebar 2 ай бұрын

DITTO.

@JS-sh3nq 2 жыл бұрын

Gavin, I'm always impressed by your reviews. Thanks much.

@GeneratorReviews 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏🏾 I appreciate your feedback 😁

@scottfranson4215 Жыл бұрын

Excellent look over! Straight to the point and informative. Well done sir.

@allanlaxdal5424 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this, well done, decision time just got easier.

@tarjas 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, just my level of technical detail. Will throw in a plug for Honda reliability. I have 2 EU2000s, one from 2007 and the other from 2012. Both have been flawless with only occasional oil and plug changes.

@GeneratorReviews 2 жыл бұрын

Good choice!

@thomasmiller2089 2 жыл бұрын

Been looking forward to this one. Thanks Gavin!

@GeneratorReviews 2 жыл бұрын

Welcome

@garden-queen2393 2 жыл бұрын

Great review as usual 👍

@BrokeGuyBBQ Жыл бұрын

Great video! I'll take 2 small generators over 1 big one. Lighter weight, redundancy, and depending on time of year may only need 1 to keep batteries charged and smaller loads.

@soloaviles Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video, very technical and to the point. 👍🏼

@dalp6657 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice comparison with 2 nice brands. For my taste I will stay with 2 Hondas.

@Tazod41 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the real world tests

@conceptsken1 2 жыл бұрын

Nice that you show the sine wave, some are not as good.

@NoWay-xu1ie Жыл бұрын

I have a Westinghouse/Onan 4500. It works great no problems for 3 years. I'm 69 and don't have any problems putting it in my cargo trailer we pull behind our 5th wheel. The slide out handle is a must.

@Eroc556 2 жыл бұрын

That rv is beautiful Sir….. I bet it runs and drives like a dream….. Id live in that no problem lol. Thank you for the great content!

@GeneratorReviews 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Eroc thanks for watching and subscribing

@phoenix3780 Жыл бұрын

Excellent job, thanks for the thorough compraison!!

@BigAlFishingAddiction 26 күн бұрын

Just bought the Cummins yesterday. Thanks

@GeneratorReviews 26 күн бұрын

You’re welcome ☺️

@hey_youtubeim_back2159 Жыл бұрын

The Honda parallel feature is a great option to have. I can see where this feature may not be high on the list in the rv world.

@sae1964 2 жыл бұрын

Very impressed with the two Honda generator. The way the handle the loads, I think I would go with two over one big one. For me it would be 1- weight 2- it’s getting cooler outside so you might sometimes just need to run your refrigerator. I have a propane stove. And maybe 3- if something happens to one generator I could use the other as a spare. If something happens to the 4500 generator and you couldn’t get it start it. Your out of luck. Overall very good review. Thanks buddy 👍

@GeneratorReviews 2 жыл бұрын

YESSIR that’s a great point having redundancy is always a good thing you could alternate the two small ones keeping the hours equal overtime and during the winter time like you said you might only need to run one at a time saving fuel. Thanks 👍🏾

@trinidyjohnson9295 Жыл бұрын

They forget to mention one person can move the Cummins around just fine.....it has a handle and its on wheels....Im 145 pounds and pick it up and load it in the back of my truck no problem.....but if you have cash to burn.....go with the hondas

@shanwar9844 2 жыл бұрын

I have those exact 2 Hondas and I can't belive what they do. They are my family's emergency power answer. The maintenance is stupid easy and they sip fuel.

@brandywhittington8067 Жыл бұрын

My thinking is, if it’s heavy enough, it’s gonna be harder to steal. haven’t finished the video yet, but I know they’re Cummins she’s gonna win

@berettaguy7445 Жыл бұрын

Wrong...overload light on the Cummins; none on the Honda's.

@Glocktard 2 жыл бұрын

I have a screen shot off of my Honda 2200’s blue tooth showing it ran a 2300 watt load for several seconds. I totally trust these Hondas. Buy the best don’t mess with the rest!

@GeneratorReviews 2 жыл бұрын

Yessir!!!! 😎👍🏾

@VitoF111 Жыл бұрын

Good video. The going price of a single Honda EU2200i is $1199. The going price for a single Onan P4500i generator is $1267. Two Honda 2200's are going to be almost double the price. Thanks!

@user-we1cg2ib6t Жыл бұрын

Excellent test, thanks. I am going for the Honda Gens.

@Asidebar 2 ай бұрын

Smart choice

@whosiewunkle1993 Жыл бұрын

Great video! Missing a side by side spreadsheet at the end though. It looks like the two Hondas match the Onan in just about every way except price. You pay almost twice as much to get started (not including cables) to go the 2-Honda route. Fuel is variable since you could get away with 1 Honda (i.e. in a 25% load scenario) but the Honda pair uses about 15 to 20% more if both are running... lot's of variables and so fuel consumption not easily compared, and would be case by case. Fuel consumption: 7.5 hrs/gal (Onan) vs. 4.4 hrs/gal (1 Honda) @ 25% load Base price: $1,300 (Onan) vs. $1,200 (1 Honda) Weight: 98 lb (Onan) vs. 46.3 lb (1 Honda) - 118 lb vs. 52 lb with full fuel tank

@Nick-gi6ym 2 жыл бұрын

No question the Honda’s is a better choice. The other unit the overload light came on. If you were in the boondocks your better off again with the honda’s for reliable. Plus one of the honda’s will pretty much run what you can get by with. Again the Honda’s are more money but worth it and they are easier to handle. Great review. Thank You 🙏

@GeneratorReviews 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nick Happy new year 🎊

@tinacampbell8539 Жыл бұрын

I went with the Onan. It’s a no brainer. Thanks for the review.

@berettaguy7445 Жыл бұрын

You've got the "no brainer" part right.

@Rockrewls Жыл бұрын

Can't wait until you can test the Honda EU3200i and even parallel them as well.

@OGGAMING83 9 ай бұрын

Very good video. Informative sure helps me out a lot.

@jimcavanaugh9121 2 жыл бұрын

I am really looking forward to the 3200w genny shootout. Hopefully you’ve gotten some hours on the Generac so you can push it harder in the next test. It will be good to see if the ratings are conservative or promising more than they can deliver. Comparing loudness is also key for me, for camping.

@babjwmson Жыл бұрын

Good info on the generator comparison. I was mainly looking at the difference in the two Honda 2200 models your were testing. Having been the 2nd owner for a year now with a 2003 Honda eu2000i, apparently it wasn't well cared for before I obtained it. Because I knew of it being abused, I had changed the oil(Honda 10-30 oil) every campout as well as changing it every tankful at home using to power lights in my shed. It lasted 30 more hours of light load run times over a 1 year period before it seized up. With that being said, I am still researching on both the new Honda 2200 generators before buying one of the two. I was confused with a John Deere salesman as I was told the 2200 Companion is not to be paralleled with the other Honda 2200 model. After watching your video, they seem fine, Even stranger was told that my ole Honda 2000 can be paralleled with a Honda 2200? Not about to try that either until further convinced and research. Please correct me here, As I am leaning more towards the eu2200i Companion with the twist lock hookup setup to run as a single power source alone, should it be 15amps on that twist lock plug-in, and running as a single power source? If it were paralleled with another 2200, it is 30 amps, which makes sense. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated.

@GeneratorReviews Жыл бұрын

Yes you are correct! As a single you get 15 paralleled you get 30. They can be paralleled with the other sizes with no issues.

@allenpardon8211 Жыл бұрын

I have the Cummins 4500i and it powers my rv fine and 1/2 the price of the 2 Hondas. I don’t mind the bulk weight.

@GeneratorReviews Жыл бұрын

Real talk 👍🏾💯😊👌🏾

@trinidyjohnson9295 Жыл бұрын

I agree 100%

@adamcopper-localgoogleguide Жыл бұрын

This is what I needed to hear. Real life, out on the road activity, without an electricity hook up close by. What will I need to get by the longest. I will be lot hoppin so no hook ups for me! I will be finding out what that takes very soon. Thanks to everyone who posts things with real substance, and this review was awesome! Thanks Gavin

@nopressurecookingshow4062 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video my brother

@GeneratorReviews 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy 🙏🏾

@Asidebar 2 ай бұрын

Gavin I noticed you also have the best brand of stainless cookware!

@JA-ux7dd 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for an excellent presentation...

@GeneratorReviews 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for subscribing

@jimbob1096 2 жыл бұрын

Good Channel. Just wish the Honda s were dual fuel.

@pmichael3442 2 жыл бұрын

Another awesome vid Gavin. I may have missed it in your previous videos but are you able to run the hot water heater on electric, along with the a.c.'s running?

@GeneratorReviews 2 жыл бұрын

Yes you should be able to run the hot water heater with one AC using a 4500 and up Generator

@jabroni6199 2 жыл бұрын

Great test. You actually weren't getting the overload light at the 18:57 mark. You had the 100% load light on, but the actual overload light had not turned on just yet.

@GeneratorReviews 2 жыл бұрын

True…

@GeneratorReviews 2 жыл бұрын

I actually realized that after the fact

@stevesweeney7892 4 ай бұрын

Thank you nice review!

@colloidalsilver1096 2 жыл бұрын

Great video !!

@techguy9023 Ай бұрын

I just priced the Cummins Onan at $1300. Basically the price of one Honda. I like the weight of the Hondas. Might be able to just run my single AC unit on one Honda.

@eliwillis1 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. Very good 👍

@josephgaestel1193 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Gavin, my thoughts as newbie to RVing. We have a 2021 NuCamp TaB 400 BD. With the small Cool Cat 3020 air conditioner. I have the two Honda EU2200's. Here is what I found out testing out the two as compared to just one 4500 or 3500. The larger generator is on wheels and is easier to get the the truck, rather than toting one Honda at a time. Yes, you have to have two to lift it in the truck but that has been a minor issue. I ran the two Honda's in parallel with no issues. Ran the air great. The other issue is how to tie down the two generators rather than one. Not a big issue but one is easier than two. And my cheap side is coming out. Given the two Honda's cost about $2500 together not including a propane conversion kit for two at $515.00, it is getting pricey to just run my small air conditioner. The other option is to install the easy start on the air conditioner. and keeping one Honda. Or do I return the Honda's and get a duel fuel generator like the Champion or Westinghouse or Cummins Onan 4500? How much will I use the generators is the big question. Gavin, from your experience, what is an average generator used? I know it depends. Maybe you guys can chime in on where the Honda's are worth the cost.

@GeneratorReviews 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching In my opinion I really have to agree with you because like you said moving and securing the Gens, one is easier than two. Plus with the 4500 watts having virtually every option from factory with warranty the price is hard to beat. I purchased my Hondas from Amazon they were $1099.

@josephgaestel1193 2 жыл бұрын

@@GeneratorReviews Gavin, I have seen some bad reviews for the Westinghouse and the Cummins. Some say they start surging after about 50 hours. Any thoughts on the longevity of either unit? Maybe compared to the new Champion 4650?

@GeneratorReviews 2 жыл бұрын

@@josephgaestel1193 My thoughts are any generator is going to start surging after around 50 hours if you just leave the gas in the tank. The Jets are going to get clogged up and they will start surging the carburetor should be drained gas tanks should be emptied every time they are stored for more than 1 month.

@josephgaestel1193 2 жыл бұрын

@@GeneratorReviews I purchased my Honda's from Home Depot for the same price, $1099 for the regular and 1199 for the Companion. Seems similar.

@Tom-In-Ga 2 жыл бұрын

I've been trying to decide if I should buy a second igen2200 generator or go for the larger one. I had decided to go with the second igen2200 before I saw this video but now I'm absolutely convinced on getting it after this video. My decision was based on 2 main reasons. Weight savings, as you said, and also there are many times I just don't need 2 generators. BTW: You're funny. Easy to lift 1 small genny but need help to lift the big one? Then proceed to lift the big one, showing off them Guns. 😁

@GeneratorReviews 2 жыл бұрын

😅 thanks buddy

@nolancarwell1019 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the reply...but how much were the Honda's ???

@GeneratorReviews 2 жыл бұрын

@@nolancarwell1019 amzn.to/3nZfkOz Honda Eu2200

@Tom-In-Ga 2 жыл бұрын

@@nolancarwell1019 Actually, I didn't reply to you but I think Gavin did.

@vincentrobinette1507 4 ай бұрын

There's a big difference between "dead lifting" the big generator, and raising it up to place it in a truck, trailer, or camper!

@64wing Жыл бұрын

The pair of Honda generators with parallel kit is the same or even a pound or two heavier than the single 4500... The dual setup is also nearly double the cost of the P4500idf

@robpivato4227 Жыл бұрын

Great vid!

@davidgroves8049 2 жыл бұрын

wow i am a little late with this one sorry, I went with two ryobi 1800/2300 (i am cheap) I love having two for the light weight and they fit in my ront compartment of my rv very easy. I also do tent camping and only need 1 for that. I have noticed that if i am just charging my batteries I only use one Genie for that also. To be honest changing the oil and plugs are super easy and only take a few mins. Ryobi Gen control also make it easy to keep an eye on power usage from inside the comfort of your RV. I love the ability to shut them down just before bed when I am already in my Jamies. :) Oh soft start is the way to go. I can actually use only one to run my A/C at 2400 feet elevation. anything higher I need both.

@GeneratorReviews 2 жыл бұрын

Hey David Nothing wrong with saving your money and it’s nice having an extra Gen just in case something happens to one.

@85Gute Жыл бұрын

So basically, they ran pretty equally. With both brands handling the loads. So what’s the big differences? The Cummins is heavier, and takes more space when stored, (prices taken from online) The Cummins is $1300 and the 2 Hondas and the companion kit is $2500. So the decision people have to ask themselves is, do we have the extra space for the Cummins or do we have the extra $1200 for the Hondas. I’ve used both and the Hondas are really nice and easy to move around. The Cummins has a handle to move it around so although it’s not as light, it’s not hard to move with the handle and wheels. Also, the Cummins has a remote start so you don’t have to walk out into the cold and start it. Just use the fob. Can’t go wrong with either just depends on your budget and preference.

@GeneratorReviews Жыл бұрын

Well said I agree ☝🏽 💯

@Asidebar 2 ай бұрын

I prefer having two Honda eu2200i generators for easier ability to pick up and move and also being able to only run one in case of a failure. I like running one when I only need limited power to save fuel and allow the other to cool down.

@glennbishop-smith9957 2 жыл бұрын

Really informative video. You do a great job. I just subscribed!

@GeneratorReviews 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏🏾

@SuperRobkar 2 жыл бұрын

I know this isnt an overload test, but keep in mind those hondas can run 1/2 hour at their surge rating! Would be cool to parellel all 3 and see what it could handle.

@Tom-In-Ga 2 жыл бұрын

Now that would be cool to see. I read in another blog that you can hook up 3 or more in parallel. Just need to make custom Deadman cables to go from outlet to outlet on each genny and make sure the cables are sized to handle the load. Heck, with that thinking, you could set up your own power grid. 🤣

@dukemanvillle 3 ай бұрын

Hi Gavin.. once again, very interesting and informative video. By any chance did to happen to note what the dba level was when you were runnng the two hondas in parallel from 10 feet? Thanks

@GeneratorReviews 3 ай бұрын

I didn’t get a reading from 10 feet, but I can tell you they are significantly louder when paralleled

@dukemanvillle 3 ай бұрын

That's what I thought. I was told by someone that it would raise the dba level by only three. That's why I was wondering if it would just be better, performance and dba wise, to just get one 4000 or 4500 unit vs 2 2500 connected.

@tumbleweedking5668 2 жыл бұрын

With the Hondas I would use a 50 a parallel kit. it's like paralleling 2 eu 3000's out of one 30 a receptacle.

@BradiKal61 2 жыл бұрын

Did i miss the price comparison between the Cummins vs the two Hondas ?

@mmmasterscross7915 Жыл бұрын

Great video! Very interesting and informative! Thanks for the video! What is the 30amp power meter that you used for test?

@GeneratorReviews Жыл бұрын

It’s just a power meter I made but I think I have the link in the description I also have a video showing how to make the 15 amp power meter

@mmmasterscross7915 Жыл бұрын

@@GeneratorReviews Thanks. I found the video and ordered the meter and other item today. Thanks again!

@rogereastman7392 3 ай бұрын

Nice video, do you have soft starts on your A/C's?

@rickbraden4272 Жыл бұрын

Wow, your microwave just maxed out the Honda @1870 watts. Mine is only 1100 watt microwave.

@JCL404 2 жыл бұрын

For staters Cummins the way to go Cummins been in the industry for years now and has proof it’s point ALV

@joshuasmonk 2 жыл бұрын

How about a fuel consumption test?

@Bryan-kk2ng Жыл бұрын

Appreciate your thorough reviews!! How quiet is the onan? I was looking at the Generac IQ3500 and this one. I liked the remote start of the onan but the Generac markets being really quiet. Have you compared the Generac and this Onan?

@GeneratorReviews Жыл бұрын

The generac is quieter but the lack of a wheel kit and remote start would be a deal breaker for you right?

@Bryan-kk2ng Жыл бұрын

@@GeneratorReviews Hi. Probably not a deal breaker. Very nice to have but if it’s significantly quieter, for me that would win.

@sekoushumba8115 2 жыл бұрын

Nice job, what do you think about the Champion duel fuel compared to the Honda in noise level?

@GeneratorReviews 2 жыл бұрын

The Hondas are a little bit quieter but Probably by five dB

@nolancarwell1019 2 жыл бұрын

Great Video Sir !!! Question for you...the Honda's I looked online to see if the price. I'm trying to see if it makes since to buy two of the EU2200I models or just the single 4500 Champion generator model. Would you mind telling me where you got the Honda's from & how much per generator. Thanks

@GeneratorReviews 2 жыл бұрын

The Honda are a little more pricey but they’re easier to lift but the 4500 has wheels. It’s a tough decision to make amzn.to/3nZfkOz Honda Eu2200

@adamcopper-localgoogleguide Жыл бұрын

So many comments and so many things to consider. Personally, I need to live in my trailer without any electrical hook ups nearby. Costco seems to be the only place to buy my generators from with a full "lifetime" warranty return policy. So maybe it's not the name that matters its the true cost of power and the warranty that is lifetime. As a newbie, maybe I am way off base, but I want to consult any experts. Please Gavin help provide some guidance for my journey. Thanks to all those posting with substance!

@GeneratorReviews Жыл бұрын

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@Rockrewls Жыл бұрын

Sorry to be a multi poster but a video suggestion comes to mind 2 Honda EU2200I's paralleled vs 2 Yamaha EF2200i's paralleled, load tests, noise tests, (If possible)fuel economy tests at max rated load??

@Caillousocool 2 жыл бұрын

Man that is big

@jkim412 2 жыл бұрын

Positive Comment

@GeneratorReviews 2 жыл бұрын

👍🏾

@trinidyjohnson9295 Жыл бұрын

Positive reply

@paullombard425 2 жыл бұрын

I'm interested in finding out where you got that Fancy Digital meter you use for your load test, would love to have that information at hand when running my RV ? Oh and where can I buy the Soft Start for my Roof A/C ?

@GeneratorReviews 2 жыл бұрын

Check out my video on making one all links in description kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gqxiipyB1NHUhYU.html

@Rockrewls Жыл бұрын

Great video, The small gensets seem to need the eco mode off to start an A/C to handle the in rush current properly, I was hoping you would have tried it with the single (Honda) unit test.

@francisvazquez13 Ай бұрын

So the running watts double ? I thought it was only the peak watts.. Did you use eco mode when testing ? Great video..

@GeneratorReviews Ай бұрын

Yes, running watts doubles and I always use Eco mode to save gas

@windy1208 Жыл бұрын

My Cummins 4500 has a remote start built in, does Honda have this option? My old Honda 2000 didn’t. It’s awfully nice for mornings not having to go outside of the camper to get the gene started.

@GeneratorReviews Жыл бұрын

The Honda doesn’t have remote start until you get to the 3000 and up and you have to use the app

@RayLacks Жыл бұрын

👍🏻

@michaelbalmer7538 11 ай бұрын

Thanks! Verry good job ❤

@barkleylloyd 11 ай бұрын

Just bought a Onan because the fuel capacity of the 4500 (over 3 gallons vice less than 1 gallon in each Honda). Have to refuel the Hondas quite a bit. Plus twice the price for the Hondas. Selling my two Hondas...

@vicpetrishak7705 7 ай бұрын

I was turned away from Onan Generater years ago because of parts availability and the price of the parts . Maybe they have improved .

@dk99745 2 жыл бұрын

So mathematically what would the benefit be of putting two of the 4000 onans in parallel as they also come with that ability? Lets pretend im not worried about the weight but wanted more power with 2 100 lb units versus 1 say 150-200 unit?

@GeneratorReviews 2 жыл бұрын

I just feel going with one unit is just so much easier than having to maintain two. Plus the two unit when they’re running they sound louder and they make like a droning sound. My honest opinion is I’m gonna find the largest unit that can handle my load versus paralleling

@MrREDBEARD2 8 ай бұрын

Maintenance on 2 generators compared to one? Cost of one Honda 2200i is about the same as the Onan…so you would have spend almost twice as much. The Onan does come on wheels with a pull handle. So I think I would go with the Cummins Onan p4500.

@Bajaheat 2 жыл бұрын

Do you know if you can shut one Honda down and still have 120 at the parallel plug? Basically would you have the ability to run second only when needed

@GeneratorReviews 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, you can shut off the second generator keep the companion running and you will have power. Once you start the second generator again it will just Sync and you can continue going uninterrupted.

@Eroc556 2 жыл бұрын

I have the cummins and westinghouse and with a single ramp I load both by myself….. it really is no big deal…..

@GeneratorReviews 2 жыл бұрын

It’s really not that heavy you’re talking about 100 pounds I think most people just over exaggerate just a little bit😅

@rickbraden4272 Жыл бұрын

I have soft starts on my ac units & with just one Honda eu2200i running it'll start & run my largest ac all day long. I dint know why yours balked.

@GeneratorReviews Жыл бұрын

I think it’s because I also have the refrigerator on at the same time.

@AndyB718 Жыл бұрын

Honda just makes Good engines period. A Cummings diesel is a winner also,but I'm not sure about their gasoline engines. $1200 for the onan $1100 each for Hondas

@803mastiff9 Жыл бұрын

2 Jerry Cans of water / fuel are easier to carry/run off with than 1.

@noctilucent7396 10 ай бұрын

Chain them together throw a 100lb kettlebell on there too

@Bajaheat 2 жыл бұрын

What would happen if you started ac unit and once it settled down shut one gen off?

@GeneratorReviews 2 жыл бұрын

It would probably run fine until the next time it has to restart again Let’s not forget the AC unit starts up at least 50 times a day

@vincentrobinette1507 4 ай бұрын

What's more fuel efficient? Running two small engines, or a single large engine. Clearly under lighter loads, running one small engine uses less fuel. My curiosity is when a load is just a bit much for one small generator, so you need both, for that extra 500 watts, Vs, using the single large one for that same load. One big advantage of two small generators is, if one breaks down you can still run on the other, albeit with limited power availability.

@allanlaxdal5424 2 жыл бұрын

Gavin, Al again, I have an older Honda i 2000 without the Parallel hook up ports, do you know if it can be modified to work in parrallel with a i2200 Companion? Thanks

@GeneratorReviews 2 жыл бұрын

You can try the generac parallel kit it uses the 15 amp plug to combine the generators just plug them before starting them amzn.to/3czXEn9

@allanlaxdal5424 2 жыл бұрын

OK another question I am afraid, I now have a i2000 and N i2200 no Companion model, If I want to run just one unit and use the 30 amp plug on the parrallel kit can I plug both ends of the parrallel kit into the two 15 amp plugs on the one unit. Thanks again.

@GeneratorReviews 2 жыл бұрын

@@allanlaxdal5424 Please don’t do that meant for separate generators 😬 I’ve never tried it and I don’t think I want to

@allanlaxdal5424 2 жыл бұрын

@@GeneratorReviews :) Glad I asked, won't happen!

@ronhedin3813 Жыл бұрын

You forgot to do the dB test on the 4500 at the end fully loaded 🤪🤪🤪

@GeneratorReviews Жыл бұрын

Yeah I forgot that one sometimes😅

@armadilllo Жыл бұрын

"can't move them by yourself" moves it by himself

@kankerbende Жыл бұрын

I would look for the running time because I don't want to wake up at night for refuelling !

@jason620362 Жыл бұрын

GXR120 is a belt driven OHC engine

@physicalstarfighter2131 Жыл бұрын

Where did you get that meter you use to measure the output?

@GeneratorReviews Жыл бұрын

I got the meter on Amazon and made it into a monitor. Here’s the link to the video I made.kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gqxiipyB1NHUhYU.html

@jmljml5065 Жыл бұрын

Cummins-overload light; Honda's-no overload lights...there you have it. But I'm sure the Chinese preschoolers who assembled the Cummins did their best.

@yxcvmk 11 ай бұрын

A cummins generator using gasoline? I lost all excitement :-) Was hoping for a Diesel Inverter.

@eb5000 2 жыл бұрын

How much money is the Honda set up vs the Onan? Also I wanted to see the db rating at max toward the end with the full load

@GeneratorReviews 2 жыл бұрын

I missed the last db towards the end it was a long test.

@techlabs721 2 жыл бұрын

Based on what I have learned from a local RV dealership and online, I can buy the 4500 for the same money as one of the Honda EU 2200 So you’re talking about spending twice as much money to carry around to Hondas I think I’ll pass

@PrestonLewis00 Жыл бұрын

Someone can steal them easier too. If I had the 2 2200’s I would store them inside.

@BigAlFishingAddiction 26 күн бұрын

It is double the price for the Hondas

@johnd1216 4 ай бұрын

Will the two Honda's have twice the noise as one?

@GeneratorReviews 4 ай бұрын

I don’t like the noise it makes when it’s being paralleled it has a droning effect.

@JohnDoe-gm5ux Жыл бұрын

When I walked into the Cummins onan repair shop for my motor home they had 8 of them sitting there broke. They said they’re Chinese junk and hate to mess with them.

@trinidyjohnson9295 Жыл бұрын

Yea nothing like a good old American made Honda ...

@ellistoney8745 11 ай бұрын

Hell they’re all Chinese;even Honda.

@livingthedream1979 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting i have the 2 honda setup and one 2200i runs my 15000 btu ac just fine.

@GeneratorReviews 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah if it was just the AC would’ve ran it but I had the refrigerator and the battery charger was pulling around 300W

@myronhornby1859 2 жыл бұрын

I will be trying to do that next week. My 2200i came today and the 2200i Companion should be here by Saturday. I’m thinking about trying the Companion first. 🤷🏻‍♂️Witch one are you using?

@myronhornby1859 2 жыл бұрын

By the way Gavin great video 👍🏻🍀

@livingthedream1979 2 жыл бұрын

Either one should run the ac just fiine but you wont be able to use much else.

@livingthedream1979 2 жыл бұрын

Make sure you have a hefty extention cord. 10 gauge is what i use.

@dukemanvillle 3 ай бұрын

I wonder why you usually test DBA levels from 23 feet away? At most camping areas that I goto, you don't have the luxury of having your generator 23 feet away from the camper in any direction. It would be a more realistic test to have the gernerators tested at 10 and 15 feet away, just my opinion. This would give a much better undestanding of how the noise of the generator would sound to the neighbors and to the owner.

@GeneratorReviews 3 ай бұрын

23 feet is the standard that the manufacturer uses when rating their generators, so to get that same number I use 23 feet also.