Briggs & Stratton generators: reviews and lineup comparison
Briggs & Stratton, the small-engine maker, offers inverters and open-frame generators, several with CO Guard.
Briggs & Stratton 7000 Watt Elite Series 030740
6.8/10
7,000 W · Gas · $1,200–$1,800
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1st place · top pick
Briggs & Stratton 8000 Watt Elite Series 030741
7.1/10
8,000 W · Gas · $1,200–$1,800
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3rd place
Briggs & Stratton P2400 PowerSmart Series 030758
5.0/10
1,800 W · Gas inverter · $500–$800
- Best overall: Briggs & Stratton 8000 Watt Elite Series 030741. The highest overall score in this list (7.1/10).
- Most watts per dollar: Briggs & Stratton 7000 Watt Elite Series 030740. 7,000 running watts in the $1,200–$1,800 price range.
- Longest runtime: Briggs & Stratton P2400 PowerSmart Series 030758. About 5 hr at half load on a 1 gal tank.
Briggs & Stratton · Gas
Briggs & Stratton 8000 Watt Elite Series 030741
8,000 W
225 lbCO
$1,200–$1,800Read the review →
6.8
CO shutoff
Briggs & Stratton · Gas
Briggs & Stratton 7000 Watt Elite Series 030740
7,000 W
223 lbCO
$1,200–$1,800Read the review →
5.0
CO shutoff
Briggs & Stratton · Gas inverter
Briggs & Stratton P2400 PowerSmart Series 030758
1,800 W
50 lbCO
$500–$800Read the review →
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What stands out in the Briggs & Stratton lineup?
We analyzed 3 Briggs & Stratton generators sold on Amazon.com, from 1,800 to 8,000 running watts. Their average score is 6.3/10, versus 6.9/10 for the whole catalogue.
- Highest rated: Briggs & Stratton 8000 Watt Elite Series 030741 (7.1/10).
- Lightest: Briggs & Stratton P2400 PowerSmart Series 030758 (50.4 lb).
- Most powerful: Briggs & Stratton 8000 Watt Elite Series 030741 (8,000 running watts).
- Inverters: 1 of 3. Dual or tri fuel: 0. CO shutoff: 3.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best Briggs & Stratton generator?
In our comparison, the Briggs & Stratton 8000 Watt Elite Series 030741 earns the highest score in the lineup (7.1/10), with 8,000 running watts. The right pick still depends on your use: the lineup ranges from 1,800 to 8,000 running watts.
Does Briggs & Stratton make dual fuel generators?
None of the Briggs & Stratton models we analyzed is dual fuel: they run on gasoline only.
Do Briggs & Stratton generators have a CO shutoff sensor?
3 of the 3 Briggs & Stratton models we analyzed list a carbon monoxide shutoff.
Where can I buy a Briggs & Stratton generator?
Every model listed here is sold on Amazon.com, many by the brand's official store or by Amazon itself. Check the seller and the warranty shown on the listing before you buy.