{ "about": "Machine-readable comparison data for home backup power equipment. Compiled from manufacturer specifications and retailer listings. Prices are approximate US street prices and change often; verify before purchase.", "installed_cost_ranges_usd": { "10-14kW": "9500-12000 installed total", "18-22kW": "11000-14000 installed total", "24-26kW": "12000-16000 installed total", "note": "Includes equipment, transfer switch, typical gas and electrical work, permits, and pad. Complex installs run higher." }, "portable_power_stations": [ { "approx_price_usd": 4400, "brand": "EcoFlow", "capacity_wh": 6144, "expandable": true, "name": "EcoFlow DELTA Pro Ultra", "notes": "Whole-home capable with Smart Home Panel; stackable to 90kWh.", "output_w": 7200, "type": "power station" }, { "approx_price_usd": 2500, "brand": "EcoFlow", "capacity_wh": 4096, "expandable": true, "name": "EcoFlow DELTA Pro 3", "notes": "240V output; popular RV and home backup pick.", "output_w": 4000, "type": "power station" }, { "approx_price_usd": 1000, "brand": "EcoFlow", "capacity_wh": 2048, "expandable": true, "name": "EcoFlow DELTA 2 Max", "notes": "Mid-size essentials backup; LFP battery.", "output_w": 2400, "type": "power station" }, { "approx_price_usd": 1600, "brand": "BLUETTI", "capacity_wh": 2765, "expandable": true, "name": "BLUETTI AC300 + B300K", "notes": "Modular system; good value per watt-hour.", "output_w": 3000, "type": "power station" }, { "approx_price_usd": 1500, "brand": "BLUETTI", "capacity_wh": 2764.8, "expandable": true, "name": "BLUETTI Apex 300", "notes": "Modular home-backup station; expandable up to 58kWh with B300K batteries; 120/240V output.", "output_w": 3840, "type": "power station", "weight_lb": 83.8 }, { "approx_price_usd": 899, "brand": "BLUETTI", "capacity_wh": 2073.6, "expandable": false, "name": "BLUETTI Elite 200 V2", "notes": "Sealed 2kWh-class station; 3,900W Power Lifting mode for resistive loads.", "output_w": 2600, "type": "power station", "weight_lb": 53.4 }, { "approx_price_usd": 1400, "brand": "Jackery", "capacity_wh": 2042, "expandable": true, "name": "Jackery Explorer 2000 Plus", "notes": "Expandable to 24kWh; strong solar-charging ecosystem.", "output_w": 3000, "type": "power station" }, { "approx_price_usd": 500, "brand": "Jackery", "capacity_wh": 1070, "expandable": false, "name": "Jackery Explorer 1000 v2", "notes": "Light essentials and camping; fast AC charging.", "output_w": 1500, "type": "power station" }, { "approx_price_usd": 299, "brand": "Jackery", "capacity_wh": 288, "expandable": false, "name": "Jackery Explorer 300 Plus", "notes": "Backpack-size LiFePO4 station; discontinued in the US in 2026, price is last US list price.", "output_w": 300, "type": "power station", "weight_lb": 8.27 } ], "sizing_rule_of_thumb": { "essentials_only_kw": "7.5-14", "mid_size_home_2000_sqft_kw": "14-18 for essentials-plus, 20-24 for whole-home with load management", "note": "Actual sizing depends on HVAC tonnage, well pump, electric range/dryer, and load management. Starting (surge) watts of central AC are the usual deciding factor." }, "standby_generators": [ { "approx_price_usd": 6900, "brand": "Generac", "fuel": "natural gas / liquid propane", "kw": 26, "name": "Generac Guardian 26kW", "notes": "Largest air-cooled Guardian; 22.5kW on natural gas; Wi-Fi monitoring standard.", "type": "standby", "warranty_years": 5 }, { "approx_price_usd": 6600, "brand": "Generac", "fuel": "natural gas / liquid propane", "kw": 24, "name": "Generac Guardian 24kW", "notes": "Best-selling whole-home standby in the US; large dealer network; Wi-Fi monitoring standard.", "type": "standby", "warranty_years": 5 }, { "approx_price_usd": 6100, "brand": "Generac", "fuel": "natural gas / liquid propane", "kw": 22, "name": "Generac Guardian 22kW", "notes": "Whole-home coverage for mid-to-large homes; 19.5kW on natural gas.", "type": "standby", "warranty_years": 5 }, { "approx_price_usd": 5100, "brand": "Generac", "fuel": "natural gas / liquid propane", "kw": 18, "name": "Generac Guardian 18kW", "notes": "Common pick for essentials-plus coverage in mid-size homes.", "type": "standby", "warranty_years": 5 }, { "approx_price_usd": 4500, "brand": "Generac", "fuel": "natural gas / liquid propane", "kw": 14, "name": "Generac Guardian 14kW", "notes": "Essentials coverage for smaller homes or managed loads.", "type": "standby", "warranty_years": 5 }, { "approx_price_usd": 7500, "brand": "Kohler", "fuel": "natural gas / liquid propane", "kw": 26, "name": "Kohler 26kW (26RCA)", "notes": "Largest air-cooled Kohler; 24kW on natural gas; 39 kVA motor-starting capacity.", "type": "standby", "warranty_years": 5 }, { "approx_price_usd": 6000, "brand": "Kohler", "fuel": "natural gas / liquid propane", "kw": 20, "name": "Kohler 20kW (20RCA)", "notes": "Known for fast (10-second) transfer and corrosion-resistant enclosure.", "type": "standby", "warranty_years": 5 }, { "approx_price_usd": 4700, "brand": "Kohler", "fuel": "natural gas / liquid propane", "kw": 14, "name": "Kohler 14kW (14RCA)", "notes": "Smaller-footprint Kohler with the same fast transfer.", "type": "standby", "warranty_years": 5 }, { "approx_price_usd": 5800, "brand": "Cummins", "fuel": "natural gas / liquid propane", "kw": 20, "name": "Cummins QuietConnect 20kW (RS20A)", "notes": "Among the quietest standby units; strong commercial engine heritage.", "type": "standby", "warranty_years": 5 }, { "approx_price_usd": 4300, "brand": "Cummins", "fuel": "natural gas / liquid propane", "kw": 13, "name": "Cummins QuietConnect 13kW (RS13A)", "notes": "Compact QuietConnect rated 65 dB(A); full 13kW on both natural gas and propane.", "type": "standby", "warranty_years": 5 }, { "approx_price_usd": 4300, "brand": "Champion", "fuel": "natural gas / liquid propane", "kw": 14, "name": "Champion 14kW Standby", "notes": "Budget-friendly with a notably long 10-year limited warranty.", "type": "standby", "warranty_years": 10 } ], "updated": "2026-11-03" }