How many fit
18 of the 24 models checked meet every need here: “Keep propane on hand rather than gasoline”.
18 models fit, out of 24 checkedPicked for one job
Best generator with dual fuel
Top pick
GENMAX GM9000iEDC Dual Fuel Inverter Generator
GENMAX GM9000iEDC is the refined dual-fuel pick if 240V and sensitive electronics have to share one generator.
Why it suits this job
- Running output on gasoline is 7,600 watts, with 9,000 watts for starting.
- Propane is an alternative to gasoline.
- The catch
- The enclosed inverter body does not stop it from being large.
- Go with DuroMax XP13000HX Dual Fuel Portable Generator if
- you want to store propane rather than gasoline
More reasons we picked it
- Its design uses inverter power electronics.
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When one generator has to handle both 240V and sensitive electronics, GENMAX GM9000iEDC is the refined dual-fuel choice.
By the numbers
What the data shows
What we found across the generator sets we compare, plus the checked facts behind each finding.
Show the facts and the math
How we countedThe count uses each product's current fit ratings for “Keep propane on hand rather than gasoline”. A need with no documented match is not counted.
| Product | Needs it meets | Facts we checked | Sources |
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| GENMAX GM9000iEDC Dual Fuel Inverter Generator |
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| DuroMax XP13000HX Dual Fuel Portable Generator |
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| Pulsar G12KBN Dual Fuel Portable Generator |
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Decision guide
How to choose for this job
If 240V and sensitive electronics must come from a single generator, GENMAX GM9000iEDC is the refined dual-fuel choice.
The deciding specs
On gasoline it is rated for 7,600 running watts and 9,000 starting watts. Even with an enclosed inverter body, it is still a large machine.
Why GM9000iEDC Dual Fuel Inverter Generator tops the list
Gasoline is rated at 7,600 running watts and 9,000 starting watts, and it runs on propane as well.
Reasons to pick something else
DuroMax XP13000HX Dual Fuel Portable Generator and Pulsar G12KBN Dual Fuel Portable Generator are the better choices when what you want is to store propane instead of gasoline.
What this page can’t tell you
- Reference loads for appliances are approximate.
- Ratings by fuel may differ sharply.
- Hand home wiring over to a qualified installer.
3 options
The top pick and the alternatives
GENMAX, GM9000iEDC
GM9000iEDC Dual Fuel Inverter Generator
Gasoline output is 7,600 running watts and 9,000 starting watts, and the unit also takes propane.
Top pick ifget a 240V well pump going and run a window air conditioner
Key facts
- Gasoline ratings are 7,600 running watts and 9,000 starting watts.
- Gasoline and propane both work as fuel.
The catch
The enclosed inverter body does not stop it from being large.
DuroMax, XP13000HX
XP13000HX Dual Fuel Portable Generator
Its gasoline rating is 10,500 running watts and 13,000 starting watts, and it can use propane too.
Pick this instead ifyou want to store propane rather than gasoline
Key facts
- It supplies 10,500 running watts and 13,000 starting watts on gasoline.
- Gasoline and propane both work as fuel.
The catch
Storing it takes a lot of room because of the large engine, frame and fuel tank.
Pulsar, G12KBN
G12KBN Dual Fuel Portable Generator
Gasoline ratings are 9,500 running watts and 12,000 starting watts. It can also run on propane.
Pick this instead ifyour deciding need is storing propane in place of gasoline
Key facts
- It supplies 9,500 running watts and 12,000 starting watts on gasoline.
- Gasoline and propane both work as fuel.
The catch
There is no integrated CO shutoff.
Ready to buy
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Top pick for this job
GENMAX GM9000iEDC Dual Fuel Inverter Generator
Running output on gasoline is 7,600 watts, with 9,000 watts for starting.
See price & reviews on AmazonPick this instead if
DuroMax XP13000HX Dual Fuel Portable Generator
you want to store propane rather than gasoline
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