The DuroMax XP2300iH is the better inverter generator overall, rated 3.9 to 3.5. The A-iPower SUA2301iD wins on value. The A-iPower SUA2301iD costs $230.51 less ($418.49 vs $649).
A small dual-fuel inverter for campers and RV owners who want propane flexibility, long runtime and CO shutoff in one quiet package. It costs more than lookalikes but includes wheels, a 30 A outlet and a parallel cable.
DuroMax $649A budget dual-fuel camping and RV inverter with wheels and automatic fuel switchover. A good pick if propane backup matters more than published specs.
Amazon $418.49Prices were last checked October 22, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every small inverter generator; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | DuroMax XP2300iH | A-iPower SUA2301iD |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 30% | 60 $0.36 per running watt | 92 $0.23 per running watt |
| Quiet 20% | 71 52 dBA at light load, maker rating | 7 61 dBA at light load, maker rating |
| Run time 15% | 90 13 hours on a tank at 25% load | 50 run time not published (neutral score used) |
| Fuel options 10% | 70 gasoline or propane | 70 gasoline or propane |
| CO safety 10% | 100 shuts off when carbon monoxide builds up | 50 CO shutoff not stated (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 10% | 50 3-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
| Starting 5% | 0 pull start only | 50 starting method not stated (neutral score used) |
| DuroMax XP2300iH | A-iPower SUA2301iD | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Gasoline | 1,800 W running, 2,300 W starting | 1,800 W running, 2,300 W starting |
| Propane | 1,700 W running, 2,150 W starting | 1,600 W running, 2,000 W starting |
| Outlets | 2 × 120 V, L5-30, USB | 2 × 120 V, L5-30, USB |
| Parallel capable | Yes | Yes |
| Total harmonic distortion | under 3% | under 3% |
| Price per watt | $0.36 | $0.23 |
| Fuel and run time | ||
| Fuel | Gasoline, propane | Gasoline, propane |
| Tank | 1.1 gal | - |
| Run time (gasoline) | 13 hr at 25% load | - |
| Engine | 80 cc | 80 cc |
| Noise and safety | ||
| Rated noise (light load) | 52 dBA | 61 dBA |
| CO shutoff | Yes | - |
| CARB compliant | No | - |
| Build | ||
| Starting | Recoil (pull) | - |
| App | No | No |
| Wheels | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions | 22 x 14 x 20 in | 19.7 x 10.7 x 18.5 in |
| Weight | 50.6 lb | 40.3 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
