Predator 3500 Super Quiet
#12 in Mid-sizeFull review
A low-cost way to run a 30 A camper with one air conditioner, with electric start and CO shutoff. Expect to buy an extended warranty if you want long-term cover.
Harbor Freight $799.99$799.99
The Predator 3500 Super Quiet is the better inverter generator overall, rated 3.3 to 2.7. The Predator 3500 Super Quiet leads on value, starting and run time. The Honda EU3200i wins on warranty. The Predator 3500 Super Quiet costs $1,599.01 less ($799.99 vs $2,399).
Honda EU3200i
#15 in Mid-sizeFull review
For RV owners who want a quiet, carry-able Honda that can start a rooftop air conditioner on its own. Shoppers who may want to parallel later should look elsewhere.
Amazon $2,799 Amazon (50-state EU3200IAC) $2,899 Camping World $2,399$2,399
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 Predator 3500 Super Quiet for value ($0.27 per running watt vs $0.92 per running watt), starting (push-button electric start vs pull start only) and run time (11 hours on a tank at 25% load vs 8.6 hours on a tank at 25% load).
- Choose the Honda EU3200i for warranty (3-year warranty vs 0.2-year warranty).
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 | Predator 3500 Super Quiet | Honda EU3200i |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 71 $0.27 per running watt | 0 $0.92 per running watt |
| Quiet 20% | 56 57 dBA at light load, maker rating | 75 54 dBA at light load, maker rating |
| Run time 15% | 42 11 hours on a tank at 25% load | 22 8.6 hours on a tank at 25% load |
| Fuel options 10% | 0 gasoline only | 0 gasoline only |
| CO safety 10% | 100 shuts off when carbon monoxide builds up | 100 shuts off when carbon monoxide builds up |
| Warranty 10% | 0 0.2-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
| Starting 5% | 80 push-button electric start | 0 pull start only |
Specifications
| Predator 3500 Super Quiet | Honda EU3200i | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Gasoline | 3,000 W running, 3,500 W starting | 2,600 W running, 3,200 W starting |
| Outlets | 2 × 120 V, L5-30 | 2 × 120 V, L5-30 |
| Parallel capable | Yes | No |
| Price per watt | $0.27 | $0.92 |
| Fuel and run time | ||
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Tank | 2.3 gal | 1.2 gal |
| Run time (gasoline) | 11 hr at 25% load | 8.6 hr at 25% load |
| Engine | 212 cc | 130 cc |
| Noise and safety | ||
| Rated noise (light load) | 57 dBA | 54 dBA |
| CO shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| CARB compliant | No | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Starting | Electric and recoil | Recoil (pull) |
| App | No | Yes |
| Wheels | Yes | No |
| Dimensions | 22.75 x 17.3 x 20 in | 22.5 x 12.0 x 17.8 in |
| Weight | 102 lb | 59.1 lb |
| Warranty | 0.2 years | 3 years |
| Released | - | 2022-06 |