A-iPower SUA2301iD
#7 in SmallFull review
A 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 $418.49$418.49
The A-iPower SUA2301iD is the better inverter generator overall, rated 3.5 to 3.1. The A-iPower SUA2301iD leads on fuel options and warranty. The Pulsar PG2300iS costs $20.49 less ($398 vs $418.49).
Pulsar PG2300iS
#11 in SmallFull review
A low-cost carry-handle inverter for tailgating and camping with phones, lights and small appliances. Newer rivals add CO shutoff and longer warranties for little more money.
Amazon $398$398
Prices 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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the A-iPower SUA2301iD for fuel options (gasoline or propane vs gasoline only) and warranty (3-year warranty vs 1-year warranty).
Scores side by side
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 | A-iPower SUA2301iD | Pulsar PG2300iS |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 92 $0.23 per running watt | 95 $0.22 per running watt |
| Quiet 20% | 7 61 dBA at light load, maker rating | 50 noise level not published (neutral score used) |
| Run time 15% | 50 run time not published (neutral score used) | 50 run time not published (neutral score used) |
| Fuel options 10% | 70 gasoline or propane | 0 gasoline only |
| CO safety 10% | 50 CO shutoff not stated (neutral score used) | 0 no CO shutoff |
| Warranty 10% | 50 3-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
| Starting 5% | 50 starting method not stated (neutral score used) | 0 pull start only |
Specifications
| A-iPower SUA2301iD | Pulsar PG2300iS | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Gasoline | 1,800 W running, 2,300 W starting | 1,800 W running, 2,300 W starting |
| Propane | 1,600 W running, 2,000 W starting | - |
| Outlets | 2 × 120 V, L5-30, USB | 2 × 120 V, USB |
| Parallel capable | Yes | Yes |
| Total harmonic distortion | under 3% | - |
| Price per watt | $0.23 | $0.22 |
| Fuel and run time | ||
| Fuel | Gasoline, propane | Gasoline |
| Engine | 80 cc | - |
| Noise and safety | ||
| Rated noise (light load) | 61 dBA | - |
| CO shutoff | - | No |
| Build | ||
| Starting | - | Recoil (pull) |
| App | No | No |
| Wheels | Yes | No |
| Dimensions | 19.7 x 10.7 x 18.5 in | 19.7 x 11.22 x 17.91 in |
| Weight | 40.3 lb | 48 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 years |