The DuroMax XP2300iH is the better inverter generator overall, rated 3.9 to 2.9. The DuroMax XP2300iH leads on value, run time and fuel options. The DuroMax XP2300iH costs $650 less ($649 vs $1,299).
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 $649For owners planning to pair two Honda 2200s for a 30A RV: buy one Companion and one standard EU2200i. On its own, the standard model is the better buy.
Amazon $1,299Prices 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 | Honda EU2200i Companion |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 30% | 60 $0.36 per running watt | 0 $0.72 per running watt |
| Quiet 20% | 71 52 dBA at light load, maker rating | 100 48 dBA at light load, maker rating |
| Run time 15% | 90 13 hours on a tank at 25% load | 41 8.1 hours on a tank at 25% load |
| Fuel options 10% | 70 gasoline or propane | 0 gasoline only |
| CO safety 10% | 100 shuts off when carbon monoxide builds up | 100 shuts off when carbon monoxide builds up |
| Warranty 10% | 50 3-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
| Starting 5% | 0 pull start only | 0 pull start only |
| DuroMax XP2300iH | Honda EU2200i Companion | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Gasoline | 1,800 W running, 2,300 W starting | 1,800 W running, 2,200 W starting |
| Propane | 1,700 W running, 2,150 W starting | - |
| Outlets | 2 × 120 V, L5-30, USB | 1 × 120 V, L5-30 |
| Parallel capable | Yes | Yes |
| Total harmonic distortion | under 3% | - |
| Price per watt | $0.36 | $0.72 |
| Fuel and run time | ||
| Fuel | Gasoline, propane | Gasoline |
| Tank | 1.1 gal | 0.9 gal |
| Run time (gasoline) | 13 hr at 25% load | 8.1 hr at 25% load |
| Engine | 80 cc | 121 cc |
| Noise and safety | ||
| Rated noise (light load) | 52 dBA | 48 dBA |
| CO shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| CARB compliant | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Starting | Recoil (pull) | Recoil (pull) |
| App | No | Yes |
| Wheels | Yes | No |
| Dimensions | 22 x 14 x 20 in | 20.0 x 11.4 x 16.7 in |
| Weight | 50.6 lb | 47.4 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
