Honda has a new Generator.... EG2800i and EB2800i

LowRyter wrote:

I just picked mine up from stock at the store for $750. I've not seen them that cheap even on the internet.

Costcos around here, are selling it for $699.

Sure seems like it would beat messing with two 2,000's.

Sandia Man wrote:
I'm sure there will be a few takers and they are definitely putting out much cleaner power than most open cage generators. Primarily for RVers who won't pay for 2 separate Honda 2K watt units or a single Honda eu3000is, but still desire to run their rig's AC and have the reliability that Honda products provide. I do agree with others that Champion 3100 inverter genny is a better choice, Cabelas currently has a crazy great price on them including free delivery.

I just picked mine up from stock at the store for $750. I've not seen them that cheap even on the internet. My old Champion open style generator was stolen from my RV. I was looking for an inverter replacement. My inquiry here confirmed the Champion inverter was a pretty good bet. Never had a problem with the one stolen, other than loud.

With an ice storm due here this weekend, Lowes was sold out of everything. I feel lucky to get the best price on the Champion inverter.

dons2346 wrote:
At only 67 lbs. these new units are ultra portable and at only 61-69 decibels they are also pretty quiet."

Just don't park next to me with one of those

The decibel scale is a Logarithmic scale: 65 db is MUCH louder than 60 db. 69 db would be uncomfortable in most situations IMO.

mlts22 wrote:
.......Neither of these could power up a 13.5 A/C.

Interesting, since many of us have run 13.5 A/C units with the 2,000 watt Honda generators. Wonder why the larger model has less capacity?

I am guessing these are for jobsites or backups at home where noise isn't an issue, but having clean power for computer stuff of precision tools can be a problem.

Neither of these could power up a 13.5 A/C.

Exactly... This is in no way shape or form competition to the 2000

Looks to be targeting the Champion 3500/4000 market. About the same noise rating at 68 db. The Champion is a great RV generator bargain. Useful for overnighting at Walmarts and for dispersed camping. Two hundred feet clearance and not bother anyone. Doesn't scream its guts out trying to run air conditioner and doesn't mind if you want to charge the battery and make a cup of coffee at the same time. Thirty amps of service for three hundred dollars makes for a lot of sales.

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dons2346 wrote:
At only 67 lbs. these new units are ultra portable and at only 61-69 decibels they are also pretty quiet."

Just don't park next to me with one of those

69db is pretty loud.

Significantly louder than most other Honda generators that are rated in the mid to high 50db area.

Also, the short runtimes on a tank of fuel could be a problem in most RV applications.

I guess you get what you pay for.