Generac 28kW Standby 7329 vs Kohler 26RCAL 26kW

Last updated: November 1, 2026

The Generac 28kW Standby 7329 is the better standby generator overall, rated 3.1 to 3.0. The Generac 28kW Standby 7329 leads on value. The Kohler 26RCAL 26kW costs $38.10 less ($8,349 vs $8,387.10).

Generac 28kW Standby 7329 vs Kohler 26RCAL 26kW

Prices were last checked November 1, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.

Which should you buy?

Scores side by side

Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every over 22 kw standby generator; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.

Factor weightGenerac 28kW Standby 7329Kohler 26RCAL 26kW
Overall rating3.1/53.0/5
Value 35%25 $300 per kW ($8,387 with transfer switch, 28 kW on propane)14 $321 per kW ($8,349 with transfer switch, 26 kW on propane)
Transfer switch 15%100 includes a 200 A transfer switch100 includes a 200 A transfer switch
Noise 15%42 67 dBA rated in normal operation42 67 dBA rated in normal operation
Power quality 10%83 under 5% THD83 under 5% THD
Warranty 25%29 5-year warranty29 5-year warranty

Specifications

Generac 28kW Standby 7329Kohler 26RCAL 26kW
Output
Rated output, propane28 kW26 kW
Rated output, natural gas25 kW24 kW
THDUnder 5%Under 5%
Engine997 cc999 cc
Engine speed3,600 rpm3,600 rpm
Install
Transfer switchIncluded, 200 AIncluded, 200 A
Load managementYesYes
Remote monitoringYesYes
EnclosureAluminumAluminum
Dimensions46.4 x 26.3 x 30.7 in47 x 26.0 x 32.3 in
Weight524 lb670 lb
Noise and warranty
Noise, normal operation67 dBA67 dBA
Noise, weekly self-test55 dBA56 dBA
Warranty5 years5 years
Released20252023-07

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