Reliance Controls 31410B
#3 in 30 AFull review
The cheapest way into a 10 circuit Reliance switch, sold by Amazon. Pick it if you already have an inlet box and cord and can live without meters.
Amazon $299.99$299.99
The Reliance Controls 31410B rates 4.3 among 30 A transfer switchs; the Generac HomeLink 9854 50A rates 3.0 among 50 A ones. The Reliance Controls 31410B costs $285 less ($299.99 vs $584.99).
Generac HomeLink 9854 50A
#8 in 50 AFull review
A 50 A push button switch for a large generator with room for 16 circuits. Best for owners who may add a Generac standby unit later.
Amazon $584.99$584.99
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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different rating classes (30 A and 50 A), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own rating peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Reliance Controls 31410B | Generac HomeLink 9854 50A |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 35% | 87 $30 per circuit ($299.99, 10 circuits) | 39 $58.50 per circuit ($584.99, 10 circuits) |
| Circuits 25% | 100 10 circuits | 40 10 circuits |
| Features 20% | 25 UL listed | 0 none of the four |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 100 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| Reliance Controls 31410B | Generac HomeLink 9854 50A | |
|---|---|---|
| Switching | ||
| Type | Manual | Manual |
| Circuits | 10 | 10 |
| Generator connection | 30 A | 50 A |
| Max generator | 7,500 W | 12,000 W |
| Voltage | 120/240 V | 120/240 V |
| Wattmeters | No | No |
| In the box | ||
| Inlet | none (wire to a separate inlet box) | none (wire to a separate inlet box) |
| Inlet box included | No | No |
| Generator cord included | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Outdoor rated | No | No |
| UL listed | Yes | - |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |