Champion 201192 30A 8-Circuit
#11 in 30 AFull review
A complete 30 A kit with an unusually long cord and easy rocker switching. Good for owners who want the generator parked well away from the house.
Amazon $479$479
The Champion 201192 30A 8-Circuit is the better transfer switch overall, rated 3.6 to 3.5. The Champion 201192 30A 8-Circuit leads on features. The Generac HomeLink 6852 30A wins on value. The Generac HomeLink 6852 30A costs $110.13 less ($368.87 vs $479).
Generac HomeLink 6852 30A
#15 in 30 AFull review
A push button switch for a 30 A generator that can become automatic later. Worth it if a Generac standby generator is in your future.
Amazon $368.87$368.87
Prices were last checked October 31, 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 Champion 201192 30A 8-Circuit for features (inlet box included, UL listed vs none of the four).
- Choose the Generac HomeLink 6852 30A for value ($46.11 per circuit ($368.87, 8 circuits) vs $59.88 per circuit ($479, 8 circuits)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 30 A transfer switch; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Champion 201192 30A 8-Circuit | Generac HomeLink 6852 30A |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 35% | 37 $59.88 per circuit ($479, 8 circuits) | 56 $46.11 per circuit ($368.87, 8 circuits) |
| Circuits 25% | 67 8 circuits | 67 8 circuits |
| Features 20% | 50 inlet box included, UL listed | 0 none of the four |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 100 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| Champion 201192 30A 8-Circuit | Generac HomeLink 6852 30A | |
|---|---|---|
| Switching | ||
| Type | Manual | Manual |
| Circuits | 8 | 8 |
| Generator connection | 30 A | 30 A |
| Voltage | 120/240 V | 120/240 V |
| Wattmeters | No | No |
| In the box | ||
| Inlet | L14-30 | none (wire to a separate inlet box) |
| Inlet box included | Yes | No |
| Generator cord included | Yes | No |
| Build | ||
| Outdoor rated | No | No |
| UL listed | Yes | - |
| Weight | 33.1 lb | 26 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Released | - | 2015-02 |