Honda EU7000iS (EU7000ISNAN) review: our full analysis

What will a 7,000-watt generator run?

The Honda EU7000iS (EU7000ISNAN) delivers 5,500 W continuously and up to 7,000 W for a few seconds to start motors. It handles 14 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.

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

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How long does it run on a tank?

The fuel tank holds 5.1 gallons of gasoline. The manufacturer quotes 16 hours at a quarter load. At half load, count on roughly 10 hours (our estimate from the quarter-load figure). That is about 0.51 gallon per hour at half load, or 12 gallons for a full day of running, so plan your fuel storage for a multi-day outage.

52 dB(A): how loud is it?

The manufacturer rates the Honda EU7000iS (EU7000ISNAN) at 52 dB(A), usually measured at 23 feet (7 m) and a light load. That is quieter than a normal conversation: suitable for campgrounds and close neighbors.

Outlets and home connection

Its panel offers 4 × 120 V household outlets (5-20R), L5-30R 30 A 120 V twist-lock, L14-30R 30 A 120/240 V twist-lock. The L14-30R outlet supplies 120/240 V, which is what a manual transfer switch or an interlock kit with a power inlet box connects to, installed by a licensed electrician. Never backfeed the house through a wall outlet. It is parallel capable: linked to a second compatible unit with a parallel kit, the two outputs combine.

Safety features and warranty

It starts with a remote key fob or the electric push-button, with a recoil cord as backup. A CO shutoff sensor stops the engine if carbon monoxide builds up around it; it does not replace distance (20 feet from the house) and CO alarms indoors. It is listed as EPA compliant; check California availability if you live there. The warranty runs 3 years (residential use).

Typical price over $2,500: good value per watt?

Relative to its running watts, the Honda EU7000iS (EU7000ISNAN) scores 4.1/10 on value: a high price per watt, which its other strengths may justify. 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.

Honda EU7000iS (EU7000ISNAN)5,500 running W · Gas inverter · typical price over $2,500 Check best price