Best Portable Generators for Construction

ProsLow cost and high valueHas more than enough power for most applicationsConsCould use more outlets for the amount of power it providesValue is always important when buying something for a crew to use on the job site. Your best of intentions regarding care and maintenance are not likely to be shared with all of the busy members of the crew on your worksite. With the lowest price and the highest output the A-iPower SUA12000E provides the best overall value. It is over 25% less expensive than our top ranked generator, and it still provides the details you would expect in a more expensive unit, like DC adaptor plugs for charging electronics, and GFI outlets to help ensure the safety of you and your tools.

ProsVery fuel efficientOutlets for a range of uses and voltage requirementsMore than enough power for serious construction site requirementsConsHeavy to move aroundNot surprisingly, the manufacturer of our best overall winner has thought of everything you would expect from a modern well designed generator.  Unlike older style generators, the Westinghouse WPro8500 provides a high quality sine wave with less than five percent distortion, so it is able to provide power for the most sensitive electronics, while also powering your job site. Like other generators its size, the Westinghouse WPro8500 is heavy and can be difficult to move around.  To make this job a little easier, Westinghouse has provided a lifting hook mounted to the chassis so you can easily load and unload with a lift or other piece of equipment.

It is becoming increasingly popular for modern generators to be equipped with a DC power supply to make using electronics more convenient.  The Westinghouse does this by providing two five-volt USB ports.  With the increased use of technology on the worksite, this is a feature that helps support the computers, tablets and phones we need to keep things working smoothly.

ProsLow cost and high valueHas more than enough power for most applicationsConsCould use more outlets for the amount of power it providesValue is always important when buying something for a crew to use on the job site.  Your best of intentions regarding care and maintenance are not likely to be shared with all of the busy members of the crew on your worksite.  With the lowest price and the highest output the A-iPower SUA12000E provides the best overall value.  It is over 25% less expensive than our top ranked generator, and it still provides the details you would expect in a more expensive unit, like DC adaptor plugs for charging electronics, and GFI outlets to help ensure the safety of you and your tools.