Head to head
Honda EU3000iS vs Yamaha EF3000iSEB
Honda · Inverter Generator
Honda EU3000iS
~$2,399
2,800 W / 3,000 W surge · up to fridge, freezer and the essentials
Yamaha · Inverter Generator
Yamaha EF3000iSEB
~$2,399
2,800 W / 3,000 W surge · up to fridge, freezer and the essentials
Quick takeThe Honda EU3000iS is quieter at 57 dB.
| Spec | Honda EU3000iS | Yamaha EF3000iSEB |
|---|---|---|
| Approx. price | ~$2,399 | ~$2,399 |
| Type | Inverter Generator | Inverter Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Running / output watts | 2,800 W | 2,800 W |
| Starting / surge watts | 3,000 W | 3,000 W |
| Battery capacity | — | — |
| Expandable to | — | — |
| Noise | 57 dB | 61 dB |
| Runtime | 6.9 hrs at rated load, 19.6 hrs at 1/4 load (3.4 gal tank) | 18.6 hrs at 1/4 load (3.4 gal tank) |
| Outlets | 2x 120V 20A (5-20R) duplex, 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) locking, parallel-ready | 2x 120V 20A duplex, 1x 120V 30A, 12V DC (12A) |
| Fuel tank | 3.4 gal | 3.4 gal |
| Weight | 130.7 lbs | 156 lbs |
| Transfer-switch ready | No | No |
| Warranty | 3-year residential | 3-year limited |
Highlighted cell is the better figure for that row.
Owner pros and cons
Honda EU3000iS
- +Electric start with a recoil backup
- +50 to 57 dB, quiet enough for campgrounds
- +Starts most 13,500 BTU RV air conditioners
- +CO-MINDER shutdown
- −$2,399 list, far above 3 kW competitors with similar output
- −130 lbs; the wheel kit is an extra purchase
- −30A outlet is 120V L5-30, not a 240V transfer-switch outlet
- −Not sold in California
Yamaha EF3000iSEB
- +Electric start with key switch on the iSEB
- +Boost technology helps with air conditioner and tool startup surges
- +54.5 to 61 dBA, quiet for a 3 kW unit
- +CO sensor and low-oil shutdown
- −156 lbs; the wheels help on flat ground, but it is a two-person lift into a truck
- −About $2,400 list, expensive against dual-fuel competitors
- −30A outlet is 120V, not a 240V transfer-switch outlet