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Easy to carry · Gas inverter · 2,000 W

Genkins GK2300i 2800W Inverter review: our full analysis

Brand: Genkins · Ranked 154th of 174 · Our methodology

5.9/10 Power5.0 Runtime4.3 Noise— Features4.7 Portability7.9 Watts per dollar8.1 Dotted line: average of the 174 models. Relative scores based on specs, no hands-on testing. Where to buy Today's best priceTypical price: under $300 Check best price Affiliate link: As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Key takeaways. With 2,000 running watts (2,800 W starting), the Genkins GK2300i 2800W Inverter is mostly aimed at camping, tailgating and small jobs away from an outlet. It weighs 40.0 lb.

Not clearly published by the manufacturer, take with caution: weight, start type, noise level.

Pros

  • 2,800 starting / 2,000 running watts with THD under 2%.
  • Two 120 V 20 A outlets, one 120 V 30 A outlet, two USB ports and a parallel port.
  • About 40 lb with a 1.45-gallon tank rated for 7 hours at 25% load.

Cons

  • No CO shutdown sensor is listed.
  • No noise rating is published.
  • The type of the 30 A outlet is not specified.

Best for

  • Camping, tailgating and small jobs away from an outlet

Specifications

TypeGas inverter (inverter: clean power)
Running watts2,000 W gasoline
Starting watts2,800 W gasoline
FuelGasoline
Fuel tank1.45 gal
Runtime7 hr at 25% load · ≈ 4 hr 25 min at 50% load (estimate)
NoiseNot published
Weight40.0 lb
Outlets2 × 120 V household outlets (5-20R) · USB ports
Transfer switch readyNo (no 240 V outlet)
StartNot published
CO shutoff sensorNot listed
Parallel capableYes
EmissionsEPA compliant
Engine79 cc
Warranty2 years
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Who is it for?

The Genkins GK2300i 2800W Inverter is mostly suited to:

  • Camping, tailgating and small jobs away from an outlet.
1

What will a 2,800-watt generator run?

The Genkins GK2300i 2800W Inverter delivers 2,000 W continuously and up to 2,800 W for a few seconds to start motors. It handles 11 of the 14 loads on our typical list one at a time; add up the running watts of everything you run together, plus the extra starting watts of the biggest motor. As an inverter, it produces clean power suited to laptops, TVs and furnace control boards.

ApplianceRunning / starting wattsWill it run?
Wi-Fi router and modem20 W / 20 W✅ Yes
CPAP (no humidifier)50 W / 50 W✅ Yes
Laptop or TV150 W / 150 W✅ Yes
Full-size refrigerator700 W / 2,200 W✅ Yes
Chest freezer500 W / 1,500 W✅ Yes
Furnace blower (1/2 HP)800 W / 2,350 W✅ Yes
Sump pump (1/2 HP)1,050 W / 2,150 W✅ Yes
Microwave (1,000 W)1,000 W / 1,000 W✅ Yes
Space heater1,500 W / 1,500 W✅ Yes
Window AC (10,000 BTU)1,200 W / 3,600 W❌ No
RV roof AC (13,500 BTU)1,800 W / 2,800 W✅ Yes
Circular saw1,400 W / 2,300 W✅ Yes
Well pump (1 HP, 240 V)1,000 W / 4,000 W❌ Needs 240 V
Central AC (3-ton, soft start)3,800 W / 5,500 W❌ Needs 240 V

Typical figures; check the label of your own appliances. One load at a time: add up everything you run together.

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2

Runtime and fuel

The fuel tank holds 1.4 gallons of gasoline. The manufacturer quotes 7 hr at a quarter load. At half load, count on roughly 4 hr 25 min (our estimate from the quarter-load figure). That is about 0.33 gallon per hour at half load, or 8 gallons for a full day of running, so plan your fuel storage for a multi-day outage.

Fuel tank1.4 galgasoline
At 25% load7 hrmanufacturer figure
At 50% load4 hr 25 minestimate
Fuel per day≈ 8 gal24 h at half load
3

Noise level

The manufacturer does not publish a noise figure for this model. Open-frame generators of this size typically run around 70 to 76 dB(A) at 23 feet; our noise score treats a missing figure as below average.

4

Outlets: home, RV and tools

Its panel offers 2 × 120 V household outlets (5-20R), USB ports. It has no 240 V outlet: it runs plug-in appliances through extension cords, not hardwired circuits or a 240 V well pump. It is parallel capable: linked to a second compatible unit with a parallel kit, the two outputs combine.

5

Start type, CO shutoff and warranty

The manufacturer does not detail the start type. The manufacturer does not list a CO shutoff sensor: be strict about placement, 20 feet from the house with the exhaust pointed away. It is listed as EPA compliant; check California availability if you live there. The warranty runs 2 years (residential use).

6

Typical price under $300: good value per watt?

Relative to its running watts, the Genkins GK2300i 2800W Inverter scores 8.1/10 on value: a good result. Inverters always cost more per watt than open frames: compare it with other inverters. Generator prices on Amazon move a lot, especially before hurricane season: check the current price before you buy.

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Our verdict on the Genkins GK2300i 2800W Inverter

The Genkins GK2300i 2800W Inverter scores 5.9/10 and ranks 154th out of 174 generators analyzed. Its strengths: 2,800 starting / 2,000 running watts with THD under 2%; two 120 V 20 A outlets, one 120 V 30 A outlet, two USB ports and a parallel port. It is best suited to camping, tailgating and small jobs away from an outlet.

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Frequently asked questions

Will the Genkins GK2300i 2800W Inverter run a refrigerator?

Yes: its 2,000 running watts and 2,800 starting watts cover a full-size fridge, including the compressor's startup surge.

Can the Genkins GK2300i 2800W Inverter power a house?

Only plug-in appliances through extension cords: it has no 240 V outlet for a transfer switch.

How long does the Genkins GK2300i 2800W Inverter run on a tank?

About 4 hr 25 min at half load (our estimate), and 7 hr at a quarter load.

Does the Genkins GK2300i 2800W Inverter run on propane?

No, it runs on gasoline only.

Is the Genkins GK2300i 2800W Inverter quiet?

The manufacturer does not publish a noise rating.

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