About GeneratorIntel
Independent generator research since 2026
Generator buyers are making $5,000 to $15,000 decisions on research that doesn't hold up. Most "best generator" articles online are affiliate lists dressed up as reviews. The same five units ranked by commission rate. No real specs compared. No honest talk about dealer availability, permit requirements, or what happens when something goes wrong three years in.
GeneratorIntel exists to fix that. The name means what it says. We run the reconnaissance so you have the full operational picture before you commit.
This site was built by someone who's been through it. We bought a DuroMax to power our entire home. Before that purchase we spent weeks digging through spec sheets, contractor forums, Amazon reviews, and warranty documents. That research process is exactly what GeneratorIntel systematizes and publishes for every unit we cover.
Good decisions require accurate intelligence. We provide it.
Every generator review and comparison on this site follows a structured evaluation process. We don't write from a press release. We go deeper.
Output ratings, engine displacement, voltage regulation, fuel consumption at 25% and 100% load, and how manufacturer claims compare to field-measured data from independent sources.
We read hundreds of verified owner reviews across Amazon, contractor forums, Home Depot, and brand-specific communities. We look for failure patterns, not outliers.
A generator is only as good as the service you can get for it. We evaluate authorized dealer density, typical wait times for warranty service, and parts availability by region.
We read the actual warranty documents. Coverage limits, exclusions, what voids the warranty, and whether the claim process is reasonable. Most buyers never look at this until they need it.
Purchase price is just the start. We calculate installation costs, annual maintenance, fuel consumption at typical load, and projected repair costs over a 10-year horizon.
UL, CSA, EPA, and CARB compliance status verified directly. Not all generators are legal to install in all states. We check this so you don't find out after purchase.
The homeowner who takes preparation seriously. Someone who's done the research on other major purchases, knows how to read a spec sheet, and wants the full picture before committing. Someone who understands that the installer's opinion matters, but so does the data.
You're spending real money on a piece of equipment you'll rely on when the grid goes down, when it matters most. This site gives you the intel to make that call with confidence.
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Questions, corrections, or feedback on a guide? Reach us at hello@generatorintel.com. We read everything. We respond to substantive questions.