Champion 7500-Watt Dual Fuel Generator vs Champion 10,625W Dual Fuel Generator

Both are Champion dual-fuel home backup generators with electric start, CO Shield, Intelligauge and Volt Guard, so the real decision is capacity versus size and weight. The 10,625-watt model gives you about 1,000 more running watts on gasoline and roughly 900 more on propane, which matters if you run a well pump, a central AC or several large appliances at once. The 7500-watt model is the better fit for smaller homes and tighter storage, and it runs longer on a 20-pound propane tank. Owners of both report easy starts and solid build for the class; the louder, heavier machine is the one to pick only if your load list demands it.

• Choose the 7500-watt Champion if you are backing up a modest load list, want longer propane run time and would rather move and store a lighter unit.
• Choose the 10,625-watt Champion if you need to carry a well pump, central AC or multiple big appliances at once and can handle the extra weight.