Buying Guides

Clear buying guides that compare backup power equipment, explain important specifications, and help homeowners choose reliable products without overspending.

Portable generator connected to a proper exterior inlet with an air conditioner and refrigerator representing startup loads

Generators

Starting Watts vs. Running Watts: Surge Power and Generator Sizing

September 5, 2026 14 min read

Learn about starting watts, surge watts, and running watts and how they affect generator and portable power station sizing.

Large portable power station powering an air fryer and laptop beside a refrigerator during an outage

Batteries

What Can a 2,000-Watt Portable Power Station Run?

August 22, 2026 14 min read

See what a 2,000-watt portable power station can run, with realistic runtime estimates for refrigerators, air fryers, microwaves, sump pumps, heaters, and electronics.

A portable power station running a refrigerator

Outage Planning

What Size Portable Power Station Do You Need to Run a Refrigerator?

July 30, 2026 11 min read

Learn how to size a portable power station for a refrigerator using battery capacity, compressor surge, daily energy use, and realistic outage runtime.