A mid-size dual-fuel generator for home backup at a low price, for buyers who want propane as a fallback. The 50-state fuel-injected model costs more.
Amazon $899
A mid-size gasoline generator for running a home’s essentials through a transfer switch at a low price. A good fit for buyers who don’t need propane.
- 6,500 / 8,125 WRunning / starting
- GasolineFuel
- 11.5 hr at 50% loadRun time
- Yes, 240 VTransfer switch
- 182 lbWeight
- $0.14Price / W
Price checked October 28, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- Low price for the power it makes
- Push-button start with the battery included
- L14-30R outlet connects to a 240 V transfer switch for a furnace or well pump
- Runs over 11 hours on a tank at half load
- Shuts itself off if carbon monoxide builds up nearby
- Gasoline only
- No noise rating published
- Not sold in California in this version
The Generac GP COsense family
Every Generac GP COsense model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own size.
| Model | Running / starting | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generac GP3600 | 3,600 / 4,500 W | 3.4/5 | $549 |
| Generac GP6500E (this one) | 6,500 / 8,125 W | 4.0/5 | $899 |
| Generac GP8000E | 8,000 / 10,000 W | 3.9/5 | $1,049 |
| Generac GP8000E EFI | 8,000 / 10,000 W | 3.9/5 | $1,299 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 7 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its size. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | GP6500E COsense 49ST/CSA (G0077131) |
|---|---|
| Output | |
| Gasoline | 6,500 W running, 8,125 W starting |
| Outlets | 4 × 120 V, L14-30 |
| Transfer switch ready | Yes, 240 V |
| Full power at 120 V | No |
| Price per watt | $0.14 |
| Fuel and run time | |
| Fuel | Gasoline |
| Tank | 7.9 gal |
| Run time (gasoline) | 11.5 hr at 50% load |
| Engine | 389 cc |
| Noise and safety | |
| CO shutoff | Yes |
| CARB compliant | No |
| Build | |
| Starting | Electric and recoil |
| Wheels | Yes |
| Dimensions | 27.2 x 27 x 26.5 in |
| Weight | 182 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Released | 2023-12 |
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A mid-size dual-fuel generator for running a house’s essentials through a transfer switch at a modest price. Best for buyers who don’t mind a pull start.
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