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What Customers Are Saying
The generator is praised for its exceptional quietness, fuel efficiency, and ability to power a wide range of household appliances and electronics without issue. It is described as durable, reliable, and able to run for long periods without problems. While it is more expensive than some other models, reviewers feel the quality and performance justify the higher price. The only common complaints are that it is quite heavy and could benefit from including a wheel kit as standard.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.Best Generator Ever
This is my second Honda EU3000iS Generator. (My first one was stolen, unfortunately.) This is the quietest, easy-to-use generator I have ever owned, and I recommend it without qualification to anyone who needs a reliable, precision built 3000 watt generator. You may find cheaper generators this size, but you will never find a better one!
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Great Little Generator
We purchased the generator after the power outages PG&E subjected us to last Fall. Just put the wheel kit on and fired it up yesterday for the first time. It is very easy to use, with good clear directions. We are amazed at how quiet it is. We purchased the heavy duty power cord (recommended) and we are feeling confident that we have one of the best generators on the market. (We haven't had to use the generator for a power outage at this time).
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Emergency Power
Recently we have experienced power outage issues due to wind events. our local power utility company shut down our power for a total of 4 days. the generator was super quiet, it allowed us to power 2 full size refrigerators for the entire time..we also shut down one refrigirator and were able to use our laundry machines one at a time.during the entire event, we used the following itemsfloor lightslaundry machinecoffee makercomputers and laptopscharged cell phines and rechargable batteries.the f...
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EXCELLENT GENERATOR
This generator is excellent. Does all I expected of it and then some. Ran 2 freezers, 2 refrigerators, couple of lights and was still able to make coffee with no overload indication at any point. Very quiet and in economy mode it lasts 20 hours before need to refuel. i would recommend in to all as backup power incase of home power failures.
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It"s A Honda
It is what I expected from Honda. I had ordered a wheel kit at the same time as the generator so I installed the wheels first then proceeded to add oil (which I had to go into town to get) and then connected the battery. The battery connecting process was probably more difficult than the rest of the entire set-up process. I have a problem with this type of battery terminals which are very difficult to get every thing aligned and started after which I dropped the nut for the negative terminal ...
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Almost Perfect
Start up is easy, power level great. But to use the key start, you have to take the generator apart to make the battery connection. Then if not going to use it for a while, you have to take it apart again to disconnect it. The pull start is so easy it is really not worth the hassle. Also, the unit does not come with wheels, so you have to purchase a cart. I found a hand truck that works like a cart for a lot less. At this price level (2,000 and tax), these things should be included!
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Very nice generator
Living in Michigan with winter right around the corner, we needed a back up generator in the event our power goes out during the cold winter weather. After reviewing many different models we settled on the Honda 3000is. With the Honda offering a super quiet 3000 watt generator it helped make up our mind. Also the generator will run for 20 hours on a tank of gas. That and the super quiet feature sold me on this generator.
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Once set up it's easy to use!
I received the new EU3000IS generator on Thursday and decided to set it up today (Saturday). Setup was a bit difficult. I purchased the wheel set and those attached pretty easily, although the generator is quite heavy to move around to attach the wheels. Adding oil to the engine requires a funnel that has a flexible drain tube attached. Pouring directly from the bottle will get more all over the generator and ground than in the case. So, make sure to buy a funnel with a flexible tube, and make s...
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As Advertised
This has all of the features I need. It is very easy to operate and hook up. My son is an electrician and hooked it to my electric panel so we would have basic hookups during the hurricane.
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Making off-grid look luxurious
We power our off grid home using one. Truly a trooper and reliable generator. We hooked It uo to a remote starter inside the house. I hear it 20 paces away but just enough to listen for problems. The cold starts in the morning can take a min only about three cranks to turn over. Playing with the choke is also a convent feature. We leave the choke pulled out a small amount and it helps turn over, i dont think its a best practis but works anyway everytime.
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Honda EU 3000is
Super Quiet. Electric start required you to hook up the battery before it works.I will be buying another one to augment my 1st one. Always starts on second pull if not on first pull. I added a pigtail to allow external battery charging. Ethanol free fuel is being used as this Generator is for back up power. I do take it out to run it to ensure things are good.
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RODENT INFESTATION
Ok, there are 4 holes on the bottom of my 3000is Inv/Gen. This is basically an inviting on-ramp for mice that make their way to my garage. A big design flaw/engineering oversight(IMO). O/W I really like the unit. How do I rectify this problem?
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Great product.
This has been a great home backup unit for 12 years. I purchased mine when they first came out, and have never been sorry. After Hurricane Michael, I used it to power 2 refrigerators, a freezer, 17 LED bulbs and 2 fans, and it still ran for about 11 hours without needing fuel, great for a night's sleep. I only wish it came with the new wheel kit and handles. It is a little heavy for me to move by myself, and the wheel kit will be a blessing.
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camping
Bought this for a family camping trip to my hunting lease. Powered everything that I needed to use, was super quiet, and was amazed at how long it ran. Over 20 hours on a tank of gas.
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Honda
Once again Honda makes the best generators! Not much to say except I've never been disappointed with Honda products! I have this one, a 2000 watt portable and a Honda motorcycle! Love them all! Marty
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Last a long time
I just purchased another eu3000is only because my old eu3300is ( 18yrs old plus many many hours)finally stopped generating. I'm taking it in to get it fixed to have spare. My son tried to talk me into purchasing a Yamaha but, I couldn't bring myself to do it. I have had such good luck with Honda equipment (outboard motor / car) I don't want to change.
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Poor rotor design
Initial quality and use was excellent. Rotor design is unacceptable. The glue holding the magnets in place on the rotor failed, leading to broken and cracked magnets. This ultimately caused the machine to be inoperable.
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Honda EU3000is- Repeat Owner
Great generators and super quiet. Great on gas as well. This is my 4th Honda Generator that I use in my ice cream food truck business. They are the best by far.
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4th Honda in this stable
We have always had excellent luck with the Honda generators. Not a single failure in 30+ years. This one purchased to power a new 17 foot travel trailer. I like the electric start, but it would be nice if they provided external terminals to make keeping the battery charged during off seasons.
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