Champion Generators
A value leader in portable and dual-fuel generators, with a growing standby range.
Champion at a glance
| Segment | Home standby + portable |
|---|---|
| Power range | 1,200–12,500 W portable · 8.5–14 kW standby |
| Fuel | Gas, dual-fuel (gas/propane) and tri-fuel across the portable line |
| Transfer switch | Portables pair with a manual transfer switch; standby line included |
| Warranty | 3-year limited (many portables) |
| Running noise | Inverter models ≈53–64 dB(A) |
Notable Champion models
- 100519 dual-fuel
- 2000W inverter
- 4000W inverter
- 100573 (12.5 kW standby)
How Champion compares
Where Champion sits against the other major US generator brands:
| Brand | Best for | Power range | Fuel | Transfer switch | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Champion | Value portable & dual-fuel | 1,200–12,500 W portable · 8.5–14 kW standby | Gas, dual-fuel (gas/propane) and tri-fuel across the portable line | Portables pair with a manual transfer switch; standby line included | 3-year limited (many portables) |
| Generac | Whole-house standby (market leader) | 7.5–26 kW standby · 3,000–8,000 W portable | Natural gas or liquid propane (standby); gas & dual-fuel (portable) | Air-cooled standby pairs with a Generac automatic transfer switch | 5-year limited (air-cooled standby) |
| Kohler | Premium whole-house standby | 10–26 kW home standby | Natural gas or liquid propane | Pairs with Kohler RXT/RDT automatic transfer switches | 5-year / 2,000-hour limited (many home models) |
| Cummins | Standby with industrial engine heritage | 13–20 kW QuietConnect home standby | Natural gas or propane (home standby); diesel (industrial); Onan (RV) | Pairs with Cummins automatic transfer switches | 5-year limited (many home standby models) |
| Westinghouse | Portable & dual-fuel home backup | 2,200–12,500 W portable & inverter | Gas and dual-fuel (gas/propane) across most models | Portables pair with a manual transfer switch | 3-year limited (many models) |
| Predator | Budget portable & inverter (Harbor Freight house brand) | 2,000–13,000 W portable & inverter | Gasoline; tri-fuel (gas/propane/natural gas) on select inverter and portable models | Portables pair with a manual transfer switch or interlock kit | 90-day limited; 2-year coverage on the emissions control system — shorter than most rivals |
| DuroMax | High-output dual-fuel & inverter portables | 2,200–16,000 W portable & inverter | Dual-fuel (gasoline or propane) across nearly the whole line | Portables pair with a manual transfer switch or interlock kit | 3-year limited (5-year on select XP/iH inverter and high-output models) |
| Briggs & Stratton | Whole-house standby with the longest warranty in the category | 12–26 kW home standby (PowerProtect / PowerProtect+) | Natural gas or liquid propane | Automatic transfer switch included on most standby packages | 7-year parts/labor/travel (PowerProtect+) — 10-year available through a dealer, longest of any major brand |
| Honda | Premium quiet inverter portables (RV, camping & home essentials) | 2,200–7,000 W portable inverter | Gasoline | Portables pair with a manual transfer switch or interlock kit | 3-year limited residential (1-year commercial); extended coverage available |
| FIRMAN | Budget dual-fuel and tri-fuel portables sold through big-box retail | 1,200–13,000 W portable & inverter | Gasoline; dual-fuel (gas/propane) on the H-series; tri-fuel on the T-series | Portables pair with a manual transfer switch or interlock kit | 3-year limited on most portable models |
| WEN | Budget inverter & portable generators with a 2-year warranty | 1,250–12,000 W portable & inverter | Gasoline; dual-fuel (gas/propane) on the DF-series | Portables pair with a manual transfer switch or interlock kit | 2-year limited — twice Predator’s 90 days, at a similar price point |
Frequently asked questions
Is Champion a good generator brand?
Yes — Champion is one of the most popular value brands in the US portable generator market, known for reliable dual-fuel (gas/propane) models at lower prices than premium names. Its inverter line is quiet and clean-power for electronics, and it backs many models with a 3-year warranty and a large US support network. For home backup of essentials, an RV, or a job site, Champion is a solid, budget-friendly choice.
Who makes Champion generator engines?
Champion Power Equipment designs and builds its own Champion-branded engines, manufactured in its own facilities. That vertical integration is part of why Champion can offer dual-fuel and inverter models at competitive prices while supporting them with a US-based parts and service network.
Why does my Champion generator keep shutting off?
The most common causes are low oil (Champion units have a low-oil shutoff sensor), a nearly empty fuel tank or a clogged fuel line, a dirty air filter, or an overloaded outlet drawing more watts than the generator supplies. Check the oil level first, then fuel and air filter, and make sure your total load is within the unit’s running-watt rating — the sizing calculator helps you check that.
Next steps
- Not sure what size you need? Use the generator sizing calculator.
- Compare the field: best whole house generators · best portable generators.
- Other brands: Generac, Kohler, Cummins, Westinghouse, Predator, DuroMax, Briggs & Stratton, Honda, FIRMAN, WEN.
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