Harbor Freight offers some powerful and fairly affordable portable generators, but are they a good choice for a camping trip?

When the power goes out because of a hurricane, a storm, or a problem with the electrical grid, portable generators and whole-house generators will do the same important task: provide electricity ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Depending on where you're living, a portable generator can be a handy convenience or a necessity. Disaster-prone areas often require these ...

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Driving an RV lets you bring the comforts of home along on your road trip, but having a portable generator is essential. It powers your electric appliances and charges electronics, like your phone and ...

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If you’ve ever used a pocket-sized power bank to recharge your phone, you’ll appreciate the utility of a portable power station. It’s essentially a large rechargeable lithium-ion battery with an array ...

Both provide electricity during an outage—the choice comes down to convenience, price, and powerA portable generator (left) ...