Best Inverter Generators Under $1,000

A small, quiet dual-fuel inverter for campers and light outage backup who want the option of propane.

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.

A light, quiet camping and tailgating generator with an RV outlet and CO shutoff. Good for running a fridge, lights and electronics in an outage.

A light, quiet gas inverter for camping, tailgating and running a fridge and lights in an outage. Pick the dual-fuel 2500W instead if you want propane.

A small, easy-to-carry inverter for camping, tailgating and keeping a fridge and phones running in an outage. Buyers who want an RV outlet or electric start should look one size up.

A budget carry-handle inverter for camping and light outage duty that still includes CO shutoff and a three-year warranty. Good value if you only need gasoline.

A budget dual-fuel camping and RV inverter with wheels and automatic fuel switchover. A good pick if propane backup matters more than published specs.

A cheap, light inverter for camping and charging electronics. Pay more for a model with CO shutoff if it will run near a house.

A small camping inverter for buyers who want an app and certified low-CO safety. Rivals give more running watts for less money.

A cheap, light camping and tailgating inverter with CO shutoff. The short warranty is the trade-off for the low price.

A low-cost carry-handle inverter for tailgating and camping with phones, lights and small appliances. Newer rivals add CO shutoff and longer warranties for little more money.

A mid-size dual-fuel generator that can run a 30 A RV or a house’s essentials all night on one tank. Good for buyers who want long run time and remote start.

A dual-fuel mid-size inverter with long run time and electric start, suited to home essentials and jobsites. RV owners will need an L5-30 adapter for the 30 A outlet.

A compact dual-fuel generator for travel trailers and essential home circuits, with remote start and CO shutoff. Its small tank is the main trade-off.

A strong-value dual-fuel RV and home-backup generator with remote start and long run time. The short warranty is the main catch.

A light, low-cost dual-fuel inverter for RVs and outages, with CO shutoff and electric start. Plan on frequent refuelling or a propane tank for long runs.

A quiet dual-fuel inverter for 30 A RVs and outage backup of a fridge, freezer and a few circuits. Propane lets you store it ready to run.

A simple open-frame inverter for RVs and outage backup with certified low-CO safety. Enclosed rivals are quieter for similar money.

An affordable dual-fuel inverter for RV owners and light home backup that needs to run an air conditioner or fridge on either fuel. Wheels and CO shutoff make it easy to live with.

A quiet mid-size gas inverter for RV owners who want to start it from inside the camper. Strong overnight run time on one tank.

A compact dual-fuel inverter for small RVs and basic home backup at a low price per watt. It can just about run a small RV air conditioner, but don’t expect much else alongside it.

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.

A light, inexpensive 4,000 W inverter for RV owners who need to start a rooftop air conditioner without hauling a heavy generator. Expect frequent refueling.

An RV-ready mid-size inverter with electric start at a modest price. It lacks CO shutoff, which newer models include.