Hyundai 2kW Generator

[phiggins]

Has anyone tried one of those Hyundai 2000 watt generators from Walmart for $545 CDN? That's about about half the price of a Honda (don't forget I said CDN$). They are heavier than the Honda, 70 versus 47 lbs but just as quiet.

I know someone is going to say don't be cheap get the Honda... but the Hyundai's are tempting and I'll bet just as good.

[fstbttms]

Originally Posted by phiggins

...the Hyundai's are tempting and I'll bet just as good.

Why would you assume that? Do you consider Hyundai cars to be as well made as Honda cars? I sure don't. I have two Honda eu2000i generators and I consider them to be the most reliable pieces of equipment that I use in my business.

[phiggins]

You're right, Honda does have a very good product. But the technology is not rocket science and sooner or later, if they haven't already, the Chinese or Koreans will come up with a generator that is just as good or better. Frankly, I think Honda is ripping people off now with the pricest they are charging.

[TOM]

Your problem is going to be the weight, how are you going to lug it up and down the stairs everytime you need to use it . Unless you mount it on deck where either someone will steal it or the elements will destroy it.

[fstbttms]

Originally Posted by phiggins

You're right, Honda does have a very good product. But the technology is not rocket science and sooner or later, if they haven't already, the Chinese or Koreans will come up with a generator that is just as good or better. Frankly, I think Honda is ripping people off now with the pricest they are charging.

Clearly the Koreans haven't mastered the technology. That's why the Hyundai generator weighs 50% more than the Honda.

[phiggins]

Good point.

[S/V Illusion]

It can be misleading making a judgment based solely on weight as many items with beefier components inherently will weigh more. I am not familiar with any portable genset other than my Honda but I'd advise you to check on availability of service and parts before making a decision based solely on price (or weight) as doing so is often a false economy.

[SailBait]

This remark is a little late, but I did buy this item and found it a bear to lug around. Has only one handle so two people can't share load, & no wheels. Probably OK if it's going to stay in one place. The plastic jacket stinks to high heaven when hot. Needs to sit alone down wind in a place sheltered from sun.

[phiggins]

I also bought one and found it very hard to start. Had to pull for 10 minutes. Also ran a bit rough. So I decided to take it back to Walmart. They said they don't take back generators but after I talked to the manager, they agreed to.

Guess I'm stuck with buying a Honda.

[fstbttms]

Originally Posted by phiggins

Guess I'm stuck with buying a Honda.

Yeah, what a shame that the cheap Korean POS you bought turned out to be just that and now you are forced to by a well-made, reliable piece of equipment.