Both provide electricity during an outage—the choice comes down to convenience, price, and powerA portable generator (left) is much less expensive than a permanently installed whole-house model ...

If you purchase a product through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. With snow in the forecast and memories of last year’s ice storm still fresh, now might be the perfect time to prepare ...

Harbor Freight offers some powerful and fairly affordable portable generators, but are they a good choice for a camping trip?

Harbor Freight, a giant retailer of low-priced tools and power equipment, has been around since the 1970s. If you live near a Harbor Freight store, chances are you’ve received a circular comparing the ...

If you bought a portable Generac generator, check the model number. A recall has been issued for the Generac GP15000E and GP17500E portable generators due to safety hazards. Thursday's announcement ...

Having a generator to provide backup power can be helpful, no matter where you live, but it’s downright essential if you reside in an area prone to extreme weather and frequent power outages.