I can't thank you enough for taking the time and being so thorough with your videos. It really helped me make the right decision in my purchase. I would of totally purchased the wrong unit for what I needed. Thank you!
Nice comparison. Either would be a good choice but, for me, I'd probably go with the GenMax. I like the 50 Amp outlet and the ability to run it out of fuel without having to open it up. Thanks!
I have had a harbor freight 3500 a 9000 duromax and now I have the 7250 duromax which seems to be a perfect fit for me. however all of these larger generators have the fuel fill right in the middle of the unit. I find this to be very annoying . and hard to put gas in I think they should put the fill neck close to the side. just saying they should design these tanks so the fill is on the side. thanks for your videos.
Hi Gavin Great videos that show all the different specifications but I’m looking for durability and reliability I see most your generators only have a couple of hours on them do you have any generators with hundreds of hours and any info on warranty. Steve
I purchased the A I at Costco online for 999. I can run on propane all my 15amp circuits plus my GE 25cu in fridge and my 3 ton Bryant AC (with a microaire soft start kit) I use about 1.2 lbs hr on eco mode, using 3000w while the ac is running. My LRA is 22 amps. Hopefully with Costco legendary return policy this will be a win
Costco has the Ai on sale $999 until 6/11/23 same as last Christmas -it is also revision 2 - has input for battery charger plug on panel - Costco has 90 day return as well - at $999 for Ai vs $1700 for GenMax I will drain tank manually on Ai
I noticed on the A-iPower website the GXS7100iRD now has a 120v/240v switch. Your comparison must have made the change. Can you get A-iPower to have a gas shut off to drain the carb?
Draining the carburetor should be a big deal for people if they understand what that means don't allow gas to sit in the carburetor to go bad and gum up the carburetor I love that feature Genmax for the win for me
Please do, I'm very interested. If you don't mind sharing costs and real world savings/energy production that would be immensely beneficial. Great channel, new subscriber.
the aipower is now $899.99 at costco until 12/19/23. the genmax is about $1500. it’s not even close when you factor in costco’s lifetime return option & they will schedule pickup at their cost too. i’ve confirmed twice via chat. i’d have to say that alone tips the scale to aipower 7100 model, wouldn’t you?
Some people had mentioned about Costco's 90 day return policy the 90 days only applies to TVs computers cameras and appliances. You have any problems with it? You don't like it for any reason it's returnable doesn't matter if it's next week or next year.. these are only online so it's not necessary to return it to a store. They will even come and pick it up at any time.. It's on sale again for $9.99 through October 16th..2023. I just received one yesterday fantastic generator for my 41-ft RV with the 240 you can get power on both legs and run dual air conditioners etc. As Gavins video shows. Everybody's hot on these predative 5,000s but when you look at it, Harbor Freight offers a 90 day warranty on it, the 2 years a claim is only on the emissions which is the muffler . And then extended warranty is over $400 for 2 years. That's insane 8:068:06
Hi Gavin, I enjoy watching your videos. I bought the Genmax generator right after I finished watching this video a month ago. However, the first I used time the generator in my rv. As soon as the ac is turned on, the generator immediately goes on overload. Any suggestions? Thanks.
Hey Gavin, I'm looking at the AIPOWER 7600IED for home back up, specifically because it's a floating neutral unit. It only has the 30a 120/240 so I'll have to use an adapter for my 50 amp inlet. The gen max 7250 looks like a nice unit, but it's bonded neutral, but does have that 50amp plug. Would I still be in the same situation for home back up since it's a bonded neutral unit ? Thx again
@Gavin’s Garage I've watched a video on converting a genmax 9000 to floating. Seems straight forward....however, if I chose to go with AI Power unit, I would just need the 1 foot 14-30p to the 4 prong female 50 amp adapter and all good? Don't mean to he a pest but living in hurricane area. Trying to get it right! Thx
@@djspyder551 no worries I’m here to help Yes, that’s the adapter you would need you can find it on my website www.gavins-garage.com/product-category/adapters/
@@GeneratorReviews hmm I can already run two on my igen4500df . Together they pull at most 3100 watts on the 30amp plug-in. Just didn’t know how using the 50amp adapter would work
Great video, both generators look over rated and couldn't pull their running watt load ratings, which I find unacceptable, because once you add environmental conditions eg. altitude, temperature it will be much worse. IMO Load a Honda EU7000is with this exact load and it will handle it and more quite easily. JMO
@@browsedeweb8834 Agreed, I just bought one and it's amazing, just ran 21 hrs on a tank of fuel with 15k A/C, fridge, RV inverter battery charger, and lights, whatever else plugged in etc. in +32c/90F weather, it doesn't bother it one bit and very quiet. the price hurt a bit at 5k plus tax $5250.00 out the door, but its worth every penny.
Also cost 5 times more than them, the A-iPower is now only $899, Honda is $4999. You get what you pay for, most people wont find enough value in the Honda to make it worthwhile.
You are absolutely right on this particular video. Someone recommended me doing it like this so they could hear it. If you watch my other videos, I do it exactly like you said
@@GeneratorReviews My bad I guess. I don’t know what happened to my comment. I would never leave a rude comment. I enjoy your channel very much, thanks for all your work.
I can't thank you enough for taking the time and being so thorough with your videos. It really helped me make the right decision in my purchase. I would of totally purchased the wrong unit for what I needed. Thank you!
You’re welcome ☺️
I love my Genmax ! Thanks, buddy, for a great review.
Why do we call it? Gavins garage when everything’s done in your driveway. Love your generator reviews. Keep them coming. Thank you.
Lol new channel name Gavin’s driveway 😅
Thanks 👍
Nice comparison. Either would be a good choice but, for me, I'd probably go with the GenMax. I like the 50 Amp outlet and the ability to run it out of fuel without having to open it up. Thanks!
Great comparison test 👍.
Excellent comparison and video !
I have had a harbor freight 3500 a 9000 duromax and now I have the 7250 duromax which seems to be a perfect fit for me. however all of these larger generators have the fuel fill right in the middle of the unit. I find this to be very annoying . and hard to put gas in I think they should put the fill neck close to the side. just saying they should design these tanks so the fill is on the side. thanks for your videos.
I'll take the GenMax please. Nice review and thanks.
Always interesting content!
Hi Gavin Great videos that show all the different specifications but I’m looking for durability and reliability I see most your generators only have a couple of hours on them do you have any generators with hundreds of hours and any info on warranty. Steve
I purchased the A I at Costco online for 999. I can run on propane all my 15amp circuits plus my GE 25cu in fridge and my 3 ton Bryant AC (with a microaire soft start kit) I use about 1.2 lbs hr on eco mode, using 3000w while the ac is running. My LRA is 22 amps. Hopefully with Costco legendary return policy this will be a win
I was about the pull the trigger on the Genmax but when Costco dropped the priced of the Ai to 999 . I did the same and bought it.
Careful suggesting this, Gavin doesn’t make a kickback on the Costco sale…
Costco has it for $899 now. @@OptimalTraining
@@OptimalTrainingmy Costco had it for 899$ . I couldn’t resist
Costco has the Ai on sale $999 until 6/11/23 same as last Christmas -it is also revision 2 - has input for battery charger plug on panel - Costco has 90 day return as well - at $999 for Ai vs $1700 for GenMax I will drain tank manually on Ai
there is NO 90 day return limit on this, i just confirmed via their chat. they will schedule pickup too. oh and it’s $899 through 12/19/23.
@nerkymusselman8843 meaning lifetime warranty? 🤔
I noticed on the A-iPower website the GXS7100iRD now has a 120v/240v switch. Your comparison must have made the change. Can you get A-iPower to have a gas shut off to drain the carb?
Ai has a 7600 version now. Would like to see that comparison.
Draining the carburetor should be a big deal for people if they understand what that means don't allow gas to sit in the carburetor to go bad and gum up the carburetor I love that feature Genmax for the win for me
Great video
You need to do a video on your solar panel set up.
Hey RebelLucy
Yes I agree ☝🏽
Please do, I'm very interested. If you don't mind sharing costs and real world savings/energy production that would be immensely beneficial. Great channel, new subscriber.
I hope you will have the chance to test the new genmaz coming soon gm 9000iaed
the aipower is now $899.99 at costco until 12/19/23. the genmax is about $1500. it’s not even close when you factor in costco’s lifetime return option & they will schedule pickup at their cost too. i’ve confirmed twice via chat. i’d have to say that alone tips the scale to aipower 7100 model, wouldn’t you?
damn missed out on this sale.
I like the solar setup
Thanks 😊
there’s youtube review that says you can turn the a1-power control to almost off and that will drain the carb of gas.
Some people had mentioned about Costco's 90 day return policy the 90 days only applies to TVs computers cameras and appliances. You have any problems with it? You don't like it for any reason it's returnable doesn't matter if it's next week or next year.. these are only online so it's not necessary to return it to a store. They will even come and pick it up at any time.. It's on sale again for $9.99 through October 16th..2023. I just received one yesterday fantastic generator for my 41-ft RV with the 240 you can get power on both legs and run dual air conditioners etc. As Gavins video shows. Everybody's hot on these predative 5,000s but when you look at it, Harbor Freight offers a 90 day warranty on it, the 2 years a claim is only on the emissions which is the muffler . And then extended warranty is over $400 for 2 years. That's insane 8:06 8:06
i can confirm the no time limit return & their pickup for free, on the costco a1-power model.
Hi Gavin,
I enjoy watching your videos. I bought the Genmax generator right after I finished watching this video a month ago. However, the first I used time the generator in my rv. As soon as the ac is turned on, the generator immediately goes on overload. Any suggestions? Thanks.
Thanks for watching, there could be a number of things going on. I would have to talk to you to diagnose the problem. It could be a number of things.
That's fine. How can we get in touch?
@@user-dj4yu4mc9o
gavins-garage.com my phone number is on there.
Hey Gavin, I'm looking at the AIPOWER 7600IED for home back up, specifically because it's a floating neutral unit. It only has the 30a 120/240 so I'll have to use an adapter for my 50 amp inlet. The gen max 7250 looks like a nice unit, but it's bonded neutral, but does have that 50amp plug. Would I still be in the same situation for home back up since it's a bonded
neutral unit ?
Thx again
In my opinion, it’s easier to convert it to a floating neutral than having to deal with a 30amp Output
@Gavin’s Garage I've watched a video on converting a genmax 9000 to floating. Seems straight forward....however, if I chose to go with AI Power unit, I would just need the 1 foot 14-30p to the 4 prong female 50 amp adapter and all good?
Don't mean to he a pest but living in hurricane area. Trying to get it right!
Thx
@@djspyder551 no worries I’m here to help
Yes, that’s the adapter you would need you can find it on my website
www.gavins-garage.com/product-category/adapters/
Gavin, your the best, gonna stick with the AI, get the adapter and bonding plug,
Thx again
50 amp power it's ridiculous non sense for a home emergency back up, unless you are contractor or a welder machinery 😅
Under load you should have put the genmax on 120v for more amps.
In Canada, the Genmax is 3x the cost of the Ai.
By chance have you ever run the pulsar 7250 dual fuel unit or heard anything good or bad about it? Thanks
Not yet I haven’t got a chance yet
Gavin, will the new GenMax fuel transfer pump work with the 7250? thx
Unfortunately, it cannot work on the 7250 sorry buddy
Is the AI Power 7100 a Costco exclusive? Not seeing it anywhere else.
Probably is an exclusive unit
Can I run all 3 of my a/c (all have soft starts) and fridge with these units?
Three might be pushing it, but I know it will do it but it’s best if you just ran two.
@@GeneratorReviews hmm I can already run two on my igen4500df . Together they pull at most 3100 watts on the 30amp plug-in. Just didn’t know how using the 50amp adapter would work
The load test between both generator are not fair, because the genmax has a higher wattage rate.
Hi Sir, nice video. I will email you today about the Genmax today.
Awesome 😎 thanks
I need that 50.amp plug adapter. .thnx. gavin ..the link
www.gavins-garage.com/product-category/adapters/
Who makes A-iPower?
the aipower has the advantage of costco lifetime return policy... if it fails after 3 years.. 10 years.. or whatever you can return it.
Genmax thanks it has 50amp for easy plug in to a 50amp trailer.
GenMax appears to be a good unit but it doesn't have CARB certification for California sales.
This one has certification for CARB
Basically made by the same company slightly different design and colors
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Great video, both generators look over rated and couldn't pull their running watt load ratings, which I find unacceptable, because once you add environmental conditions eg. altitude, temperature it will be much worse. IMO
Load a Honda EU7000is with this exact load and it will handle it and more quite easily. JMO
I have the EU7000is converted for tri-fuel and wouldn't trade it for the world.
@@browsedeweb8834 Agreed, I just bought one and it's amazing, just ran 21 hrs on a tank of fuel with 15k A/C, fridge, RV inverter battery charger, and lights, whatever else plugged in etc. in +32c/90F weather, it doesn't bother it one bit and very quiet. the price hurt a bit at 5k plus tax $5250.00 out the door, but its worth every penny.
Agreed. I tried to load up my Ipower to 5000w and it couldn't handle it.
At the end of the day all these brands are Chinese and there all over hyped
Also cost 5 times more than them, the A-iPower is now only $899, Honda is $4999. You get what you pay for, most people wont find enough value in the Honda to make it worthwhile.
Your DB test was wrong.. You should have been at 23 feet away, and had the generators on grass not concrete
You are absolutely right on this particular video. Someone recommended me doing it like this so they could hear it.
If you watch my other videos, I do it exactly like you said
Gen max sounds better!
Genmax has a better exhaust muffler than it.
Apparently you didn't like my comment. Just wanted to give my honest opinion on my purchase.
The only way I wouldn’t like a comment is if I think it was rude
@@GeneratorReviews My bad I guess. I don’t know what happened to my comment. I would never leave a rude comment. I enjoy your channel very much, thanks for all your work.
@@dcrickerson7611 If a comment included a link, it could have been automatically removed based on the site settings.
Can I connect this directly to my natural gas line that I have outside my backyard use for bbq?
Help
No, unfortunately, this unit is only dual fuel, gas and propane in order to connect to your natural gas. You’d have to get a tri fuel.
@@GeneratorReviews thanks for the clarification
@@GeneratorReviews do you have any recommendations on a tri fuel thats under $1000 with around 7000 watts?