PowerSmart 1200-Watt Portable Generator with Super Quiet, Ultralight for Camping

Received the generator and it included clear instructions and it started right up. works beautifully as intended. it's compact and sturdy. it doesn't feel or look cheap. perfect for my needs.

This generator is exactly what we needed. Though heavy, it works as expected and will be perfect for it's planned usage. The noise level is what was expected and the power should fulfill our needs.

Works good but it only runs for about 3 hours on a full tank. But it’s still a good deal can’t beat the price.

We used this over a 4 day / 3-night tent camping trip. It was in the upper 30's low 40s in the morning and it was easy to start, few pulls and away you went. I found it easier to keep running on the first start by moving the choke lever back and forth. We ran a 50' length of LED lights and the generator did not even make a peep from the small load. We also used it to make coffee from a larger Kuerig machine. This was touch and go at first and when the generator was still cold the Keurig machine would temporarily shut off when it was trying to heat water. For this, I found I could move the choke cable back and forth to keep the generator from bogging down too much. Once it was fully warmed though we did not have the issue. I did try to plug in a power strip well charging a speaker and phone power pack but that did not work well. Everything acted as if it was being charged but after 30 minutes the phone power pack did not even go up 1%. I plugged it directly in and it charged much faster. This thing went through hardly any gas, so don't overpack that. I think at the end of the trip we went through maybe a gallon. We ran the lights most nights and the Kuerig machine in the morning amongst a couple of other things. So it was on and off a lot. It is a little on the noisy side. But so was my friend's generator in his RV and the neighbor's generators 100+ yards away...so yeah, generators can be loud. Pros: - Priced fairly well, you may find something just as nice for the same price or cheaper but good luck. - Easy on gas - Gets the job done for small-time tent camping - Small, this was easy to pack and move about the camp site Cons: - Noisy - Did not perform well with a power strip or charging - Only one outlet Overall, this was worth the money. We do plan on spending more and getting a Honda EU2200i or EU2200i Companion model. But keep in mind with that...sub $200 versus over $1200 and 1000 watts verses 2200 watts. If you do not have much planned for this generator it is a bargain that you will not regret.

Ran generator for 20 min started on the 4th pull try. Pull to start cord does not engage until last 1/4 pull no matter quickly I pulled to start. Ran fine for 25 min. Plugged in a 400w heated brush. It revved up and down (normal for break in) but then died and would not restart again. No spark and not a breaker issue. If for one reason only! After ten days, 25 calls, 4 hrs on hold waiting to reach someone in parts, as none of the other menu options would connect to anyone. Two email support tickets and still nothing. I’m a very patient person and understand things happen! But I would not buy from a company that won’t support their product. I definitely would advise by another brand!!! I understand this is an inexpensive generator, but you’ll be dead in the water and likely very upset if you have to go through what I’ve been through. The time spent trying to resolve this was way more expensive than the purchase. Fortunately, Amazon after working with me, refunded me on an otherwise return only to PowerSmart process/procedure. Prospective buyers beware! Zero support or contact from PowerSmart. Do yourself a favor, call a companies support 1st and buy a different brand! It will save you in the long run. My issue showed in 20min. I’d be screwed if it died a month or so later! Just my 10 cents on this matter/product. Thank you Keith from Amazon support. 👍 Update: 4/17/24 still have not heard or received ANY RESPONSE on any of the calls or emailed tickets made to PowerSmart!

Generator works as it should. Great product and easy instructions. Works for a ton of items we needed to power during outage

I got this as to use for basic back up power for hurricanes and it does the job I need it to. For clarity my model is rated at 1200w peak and 1000w running, I’ve seen a couple versions of this on Amazon. I’ve been through a couple of extended power outages with it and it can power a tv, some fans, some led lamps and a mini fridge without fuss which is exactly what I was looking for. With that sort of load I was using a gallon of gas every four hours or so which is fine. Starting was easy and it runs without any issues. Noise is a bit high but that’s a small worry. Overall I’m happy with this little guy, it gives me enough creature comforts during some bad times and the small size is easy to deal with. Recommended!

inexpensive generator. 2 stroke which keeps maintenance low. simple to use. not the most overpowered generator you'll ever see but very good overall value for the price. (if using this product I advise using the premixed long shelf life fuel)

N’avons pas réussi à la faire fonctionner et n’avons pas pu la retourner car plus de 30 jours. Méfiez vous

difficile à partir et fait un son de rasoir très fatiguant et gas à mélanger