When it comes to maximizing the cleaning power and efficiency of your pressure washer, the choice of generator plays a crucial role. A reliable and robust generator can significantly enhance the performance of your pressure washer, ensuring consistent power supply even in remote locations or during power outages.
In our opinion, selecting the Generac GP2500i Inverter as your top choice is a wise decision. With a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality and reliable power solutions, Generac has established itself as a trusted brand in the industry.
Quick Pick
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Generac GP2500i Inverter
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Champion Power Equipment 200961
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Westinghouse iGen2200
Inverter Generators For Mobile Detailing and Car Detailing
1-Generac GP2500i
Fuel Type >> gasoline
Engine Size >> 98cc
Start Method >> Recoil
Sound >> 60 dB
Weight >> 59 pounds
Gasoline Tank >> 1 gal
Dimension >> 19.7″ L x 11.4″ W x 17.9″ H
Watts>> 2500/2200
Runtime>> 4.5hrs @ 50% load
Transportation>> Solid Handles
Certification>> CARB, EPA
Our first choice in the best generator for pressure washer is Generac GP2500i due to its wattage, lightweight and small size, and it has satisfactory customer feedback.
Wattage: It has a 98cc OHV engine, which produces 2500 surge watts and 2200 running watts, which is capable of running equipment used in car detailing.
Weight/Size: It is just 59 pounds, and carrying handles makes it easy to carry along with you.
Runtime: It gives 4.5 hours of runtime at 50% load, and 8 hours at 25% load.
Other Specification of Generac GP2500i
Noise: It produces very less noise of 60 dB on full throttle.
Fuel/Tank Size: In this generator gasoline is used, and you can fill one gallon gasoline in its tank.
Starting Method: It can be started manually by using its recoil.
Outlets: It has one USB 2.1A 5V outlet, two AC 120V 20A receptacles, and one DC 12V receptacle, and all outlets are covered.
Meter/Indicators: The panel has three indicators: output ready, low oil level, and overload.
Safety and Certification: The generator has a low oil auto shut off feature that automatically shuts it off when the oil level is low, and it is CARB-compliant and EPA-approved.
Parallel Capability: You can connect two GP2500i in parallel to increase power.
Extra Features: There is an economy mode on this generator, which lowers the engine speed when the attached load is also lower, resulting in better fuel efficiency and reduced noise.
2-Champion Power Equipment 200961
Fuel Type >> gasoline / propane
Engine Size >> 79cc
Start Method >> Recoil
Sound >> 53 dB
Weight >> 39 pounds
Gasoline Tank >> 1.1 gal
Dimension >> 17.3″ L x 12″ W x 17.7″ H
Watts>> 2500/1800 (gas), 2500/1665 (propane)
Runtime>> 11.5hrs (gas), 34hrs (20 pounds propane) @ 25% load
Transportation>> Solid Handles
Certification>> CARB, EPA
Our second choice in the best generator for pressure washer is champion 200961, because it is very easy to carry in any remote location, and it has enough output power for running a car washer.
Wattage: This generator is equipped with a 79cc OHV engine, which produces 2500 surge watts on both gasoline and propane, while 1850 running watts on gasoline, and 1650 running watts on propane.
Weight/Size: This generator can be easily carried along with the washer due to its 39 pounds weight, small size, and solid handles.
Runtime: If half power is drawn from the generator then it gives 6 hours on 1.1 gallon gasoline, while 17 hours on 20 pounds propane tank.
Other Specification of Champion 200961
Noise: It produces only 53 dB of sound that is equivalent to the sound of a dishwasher.
Fuel/Tank Size: This generator is operated on gasoline, and it has 1 gallon fuel tank.
Starting Method: It is equipped with a manual recoil start method plus cold start technology, which ensures easy and quick start in cold weather.
Outlets: It has two 120V 20A household AC outlets and one 12V automotive style outlet, and all outlets are covered.
Meter/Indicators: It does not have any meter but it has an indicator for low oil level.
Safety and Certification: It has low oil auto shut off technology, and it is approved by both EPA and CARB.
Parallel Capability: Two generators can be combined in a parallel way for more power with parallel ports.
Extra Features: In economy mode, the generator adjusts its engine speed based on plugged and unplugged devices, resulting in less noise and improved fuel efficiency.
3-Westinghouse iGen2200
Fuel Type >> gasoline
Engine Size >> 80cc
Start Method >> Recoil
Sound >> 52 dB
Weight >> 46 pounds
Gasoline Tank >> 1.2 gal
Dimension >> 19.8″ L x 11.4″ W x 17.9″ H
Watts>> 2200/1800
Runtime>> Up to 12 Hours
Transportation>> Solid Handle
Certification>> CARB, EPA
Our third choice in the best generator for pressure washer is Westinghouse iGen2200, because it is lightweight, small size, and enough output power that makes it perfect fit for remote jobs.
Wattage: It has an 80cc OHV engine which produces 2200 surge watts and 1800 running watts which can easily manage load of washer.
Weight/Size: It can be carried with you easily due to its 46 pounds weight, compact size, and solid handles.
Runtime: It can run up to 6 hours if 900 watts power is drawn from the generator.
Other Specification of Westinghouse iGen2200
Noise: The sound level is approximately 52 decibels.
Fuel/Tank Size: This vehicle runs on gasoline and has a 1.2 gallon fuel tank.
Starting Method: A recoil method can be used to start it manually.
Outlets: There are two 120V 20A house outlets as well as two USB ports rated at 2.1A and 1A, and all of them rubberized.
Meter/Indicators: There is no meter, but there are three status lights: overload, low oil level, and output ready.
Parallel Connectivity: There are parallel ports, so it is possible to connect two or more generators to increase power.
Safety and Certification: The generator automatically shuts off when the oil level drops below a certain level.
Extra Features: It comes with an efficiency mode that reduces fuel consumption and noise.
