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GP Series 2500 Starting / 2200 Running Watt Gasoline Single Fuel Portable Generator

Ratings & Reviews for Generac GP Series 2500 Starting / 2200 Running Watt Gasoline Single Fuel Portable Generator

4.4
363
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 4.4 out of 5
363 Reviews


88% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

The Generac iQ3800 Dual Fuel Inverter Generator offers powerful yet quiet operation, with an Economy Mode for reduced noise and fuel consumption. It features dual-fuel capability, allowing use of either gasoline or propane, providing flexibility in emergencies or off-grid situations. The generator includes convenient features like push-button electric start, LED display, and integrated wheels/handle for easy portability. It also has robust build quality and safety features like COsense carbon monoxide detection. While a few customers reported minor initial issues, the generator generally delivers efficient and reliable power performance.

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363 Customer Reviews

Bought two (2) GP3300I

Would Recommend

Purchased on Amazon and they arrived in excellent condition. Set-up was very easy and both units started on the third pull with a fresh tank of gas. I am vey pleased with the noise level of these units and they should serve their purpose during a power outage, camping or tailgating. They are an appropriate size and weight for the power output and the price was ~$800 less than the two (2) Honda units with less running wattage. The only "wish list" item would be a larger fuel capacity, but...

July 27, 2021

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Very Quiet As Advertised

Would Recommend

I purchased this for the same reason as many others. I wanted a reliable power supply for my travel trailer. I also wanted something quiet so others wouldn't be annoyed at camping areas. Set up was simple. Connect the battery, put in the oil and gas and it is ready to go. Started right up and ran smooth and quiet. However, while running, I heard a slight vibration noise that didn't sound normal. After a little investigation I saw that one of the standing frame supports was cracked whe...

July 6, 2021

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Voltage output

Would Recommend

Does the IQ 3500W Have a 220v output. Here in south Africa we have 220v ac not 120

June 30, 2021

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Great little unit

Would Recommend

Nice and quiet for the summer power outages in tx. Nice and light easy to store

June 22, 2021

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MarketingJune 28, 2021

Don't be 'one of those guys' while camping

Would Recommend

I bought this to use with our 26 ft. camper. Sites with hook-ups are becoming more difficult to get with the increase in post-pandemic campers. I wanted to have full use of my camper but didn't want to listen to (or have my neighbors listen to) a loud, open-frame generator. This generator is SO quiet. It is barely louder than ambient noise at the campground when sitting in our site, and is virtually in-audible by the time you are 50 ft away. Set up was super easy. Connect battery cables....

June 22, 2021

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MarketingJune 28, 2021

I have tried another of small generators and I should of gotten this year's ago

Would Recommend

This is a very economical generator good power with excellent fuel usage. I uses for portable power when I am traveling for work. This is one of the quietest generators I have ever had and used in the portable line. I definitely recommend this generator if anybody is looking for a small compact generator that is very easy to move and very portable. This is a replacement generator for a much more expensive generator that if I'd known this generator was as good I would have bought this generator a...

June 1, 2021

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30 amp advertising misleading

Would Recommend

I bought this to power a small rv with a small a/c unit. It is strong enough to handle it; however, I am having to purchase an adapter to go from the L5 outlet to the TT30r. $800 is a lot to me, but this is my third generac product and all have worked well. It is quiet. I just wish that I had known that it would not work out of the box without purchasing something else. I called customer support and told them what I needed and they did not inform me of that either. Not a negative review bu...

May 25, 2021

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Solid Quality Construction

Would Recommend

I have a iQ2000 and wanted another Generac with more wattage. Bought this for camping and as a backup to our larger generator. Arrived in perfect condition, started on the second pull (very smooth) and started later with the electric start. Followed all recommended break in procedures and it is very quiet for a generator this size. It's 109 lbs. dry so I built a dolly for maneuverability in my building. Highly recommend the iQ3500!

May 12, 2021

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I've had the iq3500 for 3 months

Would Not Recommend

... and it cranks good and runs quiet , -- until I plug in something in. Then it makes a whistling or whining noise that is louder than the motor. Called all repair people in my area to check it out and all that are still in business say they only work on whole home generators. 2 of them kindly looked at it and listened and said it may be supposed to make that noise. It charges fine an for now I'll try to enjoy the whistling.

April 26, 2021

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MarketingApril 28, 2021

Excellent and can be better.

Would Recommend

I am a event rental company owner. We rent generators for many different applications. Purchased us to run our restroom trailers which have RV generators. What we really liked about it is that one person could move it. It is very quiet. We would love to see this with an EFI option.

April 20, 2021

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MarketingApril 21, 2021

Quiet Little Powerhouse

Would Recommend

This is a well built generator with lots of features. We moved across the country and left our old generator with the house. My wife is on oxygen and we wanted something just in case of an extended power outage. It doesn't happen much here in AZ compared to where we lived before so just wanted something to run her machine, the refrigerator and a few lights. I like the electric start but it does start easy with the recoil starter. The fuel gauge and information center is nice. Compared to our old...

April 3, 2021

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It served its purpose in an emergency.

Would Recommend

In an emergency situation it was sufficient. I had to plug in my freezer and refrigerator in a power outage for over 2 days.

April 2, 2021

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MarketingApril 5, 2021

Great feature

Would Recommend

Haven't used it yet but it's runs pretty queit. Great feature.

April 2, 2021

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MarketingApril 5, 2021

Best for my job

Would Recommend

Portable light weight in construction it’s the perfect tool

April 2, 2021

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Great

Would Recommend

I bought it for when we have black outs. When I started it on my balcony it’s was loud. I do not want to disturb the neighbors. I thought it Would be quiet. What can I do?

April 1, 2021

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MarketingApril 2, 2021

Unbelievably quiet!

Would Recommend

After doing lots of research online I chose this generac model and have not been disappointed! It is incredibly quiet even under load. The efficiency mode is a nice option for lighter loads to conserve fuel. The only issue I have is the generator is a bit heavy for one person but can be managed if necessary. A wheel kit would make it about perfect if one were available. The electric start is a great feature and pull start is not difficult if needed. Started right up out of the box and have...

April 1, 2021

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MarketingApril 5, 2021

Off grid for 1 year

Would Recommend

Due to Covid, I have been living off grid for about a year. I run my generator for 6 hours every 3 days in order to charge my lithium batteries, and it has met all of my expectations. The electric start is great, and I have only used the pull start twice, when it was well below zero. I would definitely buy again. My only concerns are for me, I find the fuel remaining display hard to understand and don't use it. My only other comment is that the spark arrester got supper dirty and clogged...

March 29, 2021

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MarketingMarch 30, 2021

generac 2500 invertor

Would Recommend

follow instructions set up about 45 minutes started up 2nd. pull, very quiet reccomend this product.

March 27, 2021

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MarketingMarch 29, 2021

performance

Would Recommend

operates as all reviews said it would. Love that it is so quiet and starts so easy.

March 23, 2021

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MarketingMarch 25, 2021

Wow. Great price, great brand, good product for the price

Would Recommend

I purchased this at a sell price that was a hundred dollars off suggested retail which was a super buy. I had considered a Honda, but for the price, this unit is the bomb! Just a quiet as a Honda and MORE running watts, two 20 amp outlets, two usb charging ports and capable of charging a car battery. The Good: The generator is quiet, easy to set up and start, portable, comes with the battery charging cables, initial oil and worked flawlessly during my one hour initial test. I am very happy with...

March 19, 2021

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