Generac iQ5200 DF
#4 in Mid-sizeFull review
A dual-fuel inverter with enough surge for an RV air conditioner and long propane run time. A good fit for home essentials and 30 A campers willing to use an adapter.
Amazon $1,039.75$1,039.75
The Generac iQ5200 DF is the better inverter generator overall, rated 3.9 to 3.8. The Generac iQ5200 DF leads on warranty. The Predator 5000 Super Quiet Dual Fuel wins on run time and starting. The Predator 5000 Super Quiet Dual Fuel costs $39.76 less ($999.99 vs $1,039.75).
Predator 5000 Super Quiet Dual Fuel
#5 in Mid-sizeFull review
A strong-value dual-fuel RV and home-backup generator with remote start and long run time. The short warranty is the main catch.
Harbor Freight $999.99$999.99
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 Generac iQ5200 DF for warranty (3-year warranty vs 0.2-year warranty).
- Choose the Predator 5000 Super Quiet Dual Fuel for run time (18.2 hours on a tank at 25% load vs 15 hours on a tank at 25% load) and starting (electric start with a remote fob or app vs push-button electric start).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every mid-size inverter generator; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Generac iQ5200 DF | Predator 5000 Super Quiet Dual Fuel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 71 $0.27 per running watt | 73 $0.26 per running watt |
| Quiet 20% | 50 noise level not published (neutral score used) | 34 60.5 dBA at light load, maker rating |
| Run time 15% | 75 15 hours on a tank at 25% load | 100 18.2 hours on a tank at 25% load |
| Fuel options 10% | 70 gasoline or propane | 70 gasoline or propane |
| 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 | 0 0.2-year warranty |
| Starting 5% | 80 push-button electric start | 100 electric start with a remote fob or app |
Specifications
| Generac iQ5200 DF | Predator 5000 Super Quiet Dual Fuel | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Gasoline | 3,900 W running, 5,200 W starting | 3,900 W running, 5,000 W starting |
| Propane | 3,500 W running, 4,700 W starting | 3,600 W running, 5,000 W starting |
| Outlets | 4 × 120 V, L5-30, USB | 2 × 120 V, TT-30 (RV), USB |
| Parallel capable | Yes | Yes |
| Total harmonic distortion | under 3% | - |
| Price per watt | $0.27 | $0.26 |
| Fuel and run time | ||
| Fuel | Gasoline, propane | Gasoline, propane |
| Tank | 3.2 gal | 3.7 gal |
| Run time (gasoline) | 15 hr at 25% load | 18.2 hr at 25% load |
| Run time (propane, 20 lb tank) | 20 hr | 14.6 hr |
| Engine | 223 cc | 224 cc |
| Noise and safety | ||
| Rated noise (light load) | - | 60.5 dBA |
| CO shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| CARB compliant | - | No |
| Build | ||
| Starting | Electric and recoil | Remote, electric and recoil |
| App | No | No |
| Wheels | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions | 24.6 x 20.3 x 22.5 in | 25 x 18 x 20.8 in |
| Weight | 107 lb | 110 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 0.2 years |