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Honda 2000 EU2200i Generator Review

What we liked

Packing a Punch

The Honda 2000 EU2200i portable inverter generator is also called the . First off, it provides 10% more power, but the benefits do not stop there. While power is increased in the EU2200i, Honda was able to keep cost, size and weight almost completely the same.

EU2200i vs EB2200i

Since you’re able to get more power, without increasing price, choosing the EU2200i over the EB2000i is an easy decision to make. Realistically, this doesn’t relate to just generators, but every item we buy. Just because there are some fancy buzzwords on other product overviews, don’t let it block your common sense.

Recoil Area

With any machine that utilizes a pull cord to start, you need to pay attention to where it snaps back into. To help prevent any damage, Honda has included a stamped metal recoil rope insert so as to prevent damage to the body of the generator.

When you spend time starting an engine like this, and you finally hear it kick on, you just let go of the cord. As is the nature of a recoiling rope, it will snap back at the generator itself. Just like pressing the button on a tape measure, if it comes back slightly off line, it could bang against the body. Having this insert not only prepares you for this, but reduces the likelihood that any damage occurs, extending the life of this part and the generator itself.

Low Noise Level

Conventional generators are loud. Inverter generators are not. Honda inverter generators are even quieter. The EU2200i will run anywhere between 48 to 57 decibels. To put it bluntly, that’s so quiet you won’t even notice it.

To give a bit of context to these noise levels, a whisper will measure 25dBA and a quiet office is around 50dBA. Going up the scale, 60dBA is a normal conversation (already louder than your generator) and a noisy restaurant measures 80dBA. Compared to prior generation and generators with other technology, your ears will be happy with this purchase.

What we didn’t like

Recalled twice

Just what everyone wants to hear after spending more than a thousand dollars on a generator—recall.

The first recall came in March, 2019. 200,000 units were recalled due to an issue regarding the fuel valve. Gas was leaking from the valve, opening the door to fire and burn hazards. Thankfully, when you buy Honda, you’re also buying their service. The affected generators were able to be repaired—not replaced.

The second recall came a year later, in March, 2020. This time, more than 300,000 units were recalled. In this case, there were reports of short circuiting due to the presence of salt water. When exposed to salt water, the generator could catch fire or burn someone who touches it.

Not a big deal for those away from the ocean, but considering the amount of people who camp with a generator in proximity to this type of water body, it was concerning nonetheless. Again, Honda stood by their products and was able to remedy the situation via repair.

Based on the fact that this product remains on the market, and those recalled had an avenue for repair leaves us confident in the long-term viability of the EU2200i.

Regular attention required

Before we start, this is not a problem that is exclusive to the Honda 2000 EU2200i generator. This is a problem that plagues all generators—inverter, conventional, all generators.

In order to keep a generator in peak condition, you need to regularly run the machine. If it sits for too long, oil and gasoline could build up in areas where it is not supposed to. You’re going to want to make sure you keep all lines flushed and anything inside fresh. The easiest ways to do this are to run your generator until it’s empty, as well as making sure it runs every few weeks.

By keeping all systems fully operational, you ensure that when the time comes, your generator will be ready to go.

Honda EU2200i Generator Maintenance by Honda via YouTube

Is this the generator for you?

Switching to inverter

If you’ve had a generator, but never an inverter generator, you want to go with an established brand. Honda is a brand that is true and tested.

They have introduced several generations of inverter generators across different models, in the process finding their rhythm and perfecting the design. As we’ve seen with the recalls of this model, they also stand behind their products and can rectify any errors that they have made.

If you’ve had conventional generators all your life, and want to see what the inverter fuss is all about, the Honda EU2200i provides a great fit.

Need more power than smaller generators

Honda makes smaller generators and bigger generators than the EU2200i. Taking care of adding power is easy due to paralleling, but sometimes the baseline is too low. For a personal home with common appliances, you’re going to want something powerful enough to power your own stuff, but not too much that you are wasting fuel and resources.

If you know that you will need more power than offered by a 1000-watt generator, you need to size up. The EU2200i is the perfect mid-size generator for people who tailgate, camp or live in an area where power regularly goes out.

If you were to go any higher, you would be putting yourself into the industrial level. At that point, the price would be significantly higher and you would have more power than necessary on your hands.

Eco-friendly

Now more than ever, people want an eco-friendly option. The Honda EU2200i provides that. In general, inverter generators are friendlier for the environment than conventional generators. This is due to lower gas consumption and more efficient output.

Where the Honda 2000 generator (EU2200i) gets a leg up on the competition is its eco-throttle. In order to get to that 8-hour single-tank capacity, they need to conserve energy in some ways. By cutting consumption where it can, the rich get richer and despite your gasoline consumption, you are doing it in the most earth-friendly way.

Honda 2000 EU2200i Generator Unpacking and Setup by Honda via YouTube

Honda EU2200i Generator Questions Answered

If you are looking for a generator for your home or RV, Honda is one of the best brands you can get your hands on. Extremely efficient and quiet, the Honda EU2200i is a 2200-watt generator that gives a lot of value. Here are some of the most frequently asked question about the EU2200i to consider before your purchase:

What will a Honda EU2200i 2200-watt generator run?

The Honda EU2200i provides 2,200 watts of power. If you have a single 2200i, you can run:

• A refrigerator or a freezer
• Computer, Router, Printer
• Fans and Lights
• Microwave
• Window Air conditioner
• Small RV air conditioner
• Phone chargers

These will not be able to run at the same time, but you can pick and choose what you need.

How much does a Honda generator 2200 cost?

If you are looking for a new Honda EU200i generator, they are going to run you approximately $1,050 to $1,200 brand new. The price will depend on availability and goes up and down depending on the season.

How many hours will a Honda EU2000i last?

Depending on how much load you are using, the Honda EU2000i will last anywhere from 3 to 8 hours.

Can a Honda EU2200 run a refrigerator?

The Honda EU2200 can handle a refrigerator but may not be able to turn much else on at the same time. A refrigerator takes more watts to get started than it does to idle, so if a refrigerator is all you are starting up, you should have no problem with the EU2200.

What is the difference between Honda EU2200i and EB2200i?

The main difference between the EU2200i and the EB2200i is that one is designed for consumer use and the other is more industrial. The EU is a consumer-grade product that is extremely quiet while the EB2200i is part of their industrial line. The specs on the products are virtually identical.

How long will a Honda EU2200i run?

The run time of a Honda EU2200i depends on the amount of load you are using. If you are only running at 25% capacity (such as one small appliance, charging phones, or running a light), you can expect 8 or 9 hours. Running at full capacity will last about 3 hours from a full tank.

How many amps does a Honda 2000-watt generator produce?

A Honda 2000-watt generator will product 16.667 amps. If you have a new 2200i inverter model, it is able to deliver 18.33 amps.

Hampton Bay Statesville Shell 5-Piece Aluminum Outdoor Dining Set Review

Are you on the hunt for quality and comfortable outdoor furniture? If so, then the Hampton Bay Statesville Shell 5-Piece Aluminium Outdoor Dining Set is perfect for you. This dining set is leagues ahead of most other dining sets when it comes to comfort (owing this to its padded seat covers), quality (owing this to its well thought out swivel chair and sturdy table design), and durability (owing this to its powder-coated finish and rust-free aluminum).

The chairs in the outdoor dining set may be the most noteworthy aspect of the whole package. These chairs are made out of high-quality aluminum that beats all competition in the field of durability and is coated with a powder finish, to enable them to last for years. They are designed with an integrated swivel feature, allowing you to place your chair wherever you prefer and simply rotate yourself to face whatever you may need to, without the hassle of moving the entire thing.

The padding that these chairs are accompanied by is also a key element. Often, outdoor furniture is very obviously not designed for comfort. The padding is thin, uncomfortable, and you feel immediately that you sat on a metal chair. This is the complete opposite of the experience this set delivers. These chairs are equipped with a padded sling fabric reaching from one side of the frame to the other. This eliminates the uncomfortable feeling of sitting on metal bars, both because the fabric comes with a quality padding, and because it supports you more with the tension the metal bars and fabric creates rather than the metal bars underneath.

The tempered glass tabletop delivers a smooth and sturdy surface to place your food or drinks or anything else on and is resistant to weather of all kinds. It is built to last for years, making sure that it stays around to support outdoor parties and gatherings far into the future.

All these features, along with a 5-year frame and 2-year fabric warranty, combine to create a set of outdoor furniture that is sure to fulfill your expectations. The Hampton Bay Statesville Shell 5-Piece Aluminum Outdoor Dining Set is perfect for parties, family gatherings, or just relaxing out in your yard on a nice day, and is an excellent investment.

Enjoy the beautiful scents of winter any time of the year. This Nature’s Wick candle features three separate scents in one for a seamless and beautiful transition between forest pine, crimson cinnamon, and vanilla macaroon fragrances.

Inside each candle are three wooden wicks that create the subtle sounds of a real fire crackling for a relaxing experience. With a burn time of up to 48 hours per candle, this long-lasting candle can be used several times. Each candle has a wooden lid to keep the candle free from dust in between uses. Makes a wonderful gift during the fall and winter months.

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Zwilling J.A. Henckels 8-Piece Stainless Steel Steak Knife Set (B00K80JKV2) Review

Having a good knife set is essential whether they are cutting knives, pairing knives or even steak knives. Of course, the sharper the better, the sleeker-looking the better and that is exactly what the 8-Piece Zwilling J.A. Henckels Steak Knife Set is; a high-quality German-made stainless steel blade, with an ergonomic handle that fits perfectly in your hand.

Whether you have dinner company often or simply have fancy or formal family dinners from time to time, the quality of the steak knives you use says a lot. The single-piece construction of the Zwilling J.A. Henckels Steak Knife set ensures long-lasting continuous use, strength that won’t fade over time, along with minimal care for the knives required. The 4-inch blades of these knives are sharp and stay sharp slicing through meat as if it were butter with incredible precision.

Solid, great looking, and multifunctional, these knives make a great gift as well. To complete the set they are housed in a wooden presentation box, which is a nice touch.

These dishwasher-safe, corrosion and rust-resistant Zwilling J.A. Henckels steak knives come with a lifetime warranty so you can remain worry-free about ever damaging them.  Priced at 75% off, this deal is definitely a good one coming in at only $39.96!

Invest in a candle that not only looks pleasing to the eye but smells absolutely heavenly. This large 3-wick candle by Jolíe Muse features a stunning ceramic jar in a beautiful floral print with gold trim. The poured soy wax is paraffin-free and is scented in a calming yet romantic bamboo lime fragrance.

Not only will the room smell pleasant but each candle is guaranteed to remove unpleasant and foul odors. Each candle will burn up to 80 hours for long-lasting enjoyment. Great for the home office, bedroom, or bathroom, this candle makes a great gift or self-love treat.

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Compact yet fragrant, Aromascape’s 14 ounce 3-wick candles are sure to delight the senses. This candle features a calming yet sweet aroma of vanilla and almond for a relaxing fragrance that will take you to your happy place.

With an even and clean-burning time of up to 34 hours, this candle provides a long-lasting fragrance that can be used in any room of your home. Best used burning a maximum of 2-hours peruse for safety. Each candle is designed and poured in the USA and they make for wonderful gifts for family members, co-workers, or friends. Escape with Aromascape.

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Rachael Ray ChillOut Tote Review

Whether you’re the environmentally-conscious type or just have a habit of using recyclable bags, utilizing this sustainable way of transporting your items from place to place is a thing of the norm, and single-use bags, a thing of the past.

Grocery stores and various retail shops in most US states already have laws in place banning the sale of the single-use bags, citing environmental reasons and basic cleanliness of the city streets as many of them end up in gutters, sewers, and eventually the ocean. Though whether environmental objectives are a top priority to you or not there are many benefits in utilizing reusable bags. One being is its cost-effectiveness and money-saving ability.

Stores will nowadays tack on an extra charge if a customer wishes to receive a bag to carry their items out of the shop, and this can be avoided by simply bringing your own bags, reusable or not. In addition, in some instances, retailers will even give you a small credit on your shopping bill for doing so.

Aside from the shopping benefits of reusable bags, you can use them in a variety of other settings including beach days, camping, and picnics; and when these bags have an insulated lining in them, like the Rachael Ray Jumbo XL ChillOut Insulated Thermal Tote, it allows for the transporting of perishables that you just can’t do with single-use or even regular reusable bags.

Thanks to the TripleTek foam insulation, this basic Rachael Ray thermal tote will keep your cold food cold and your hot food hot. This will surely expand the menu of possible items you can bring for your meals.  Measuring 22″ H X 17″ W X 8″ D, it has a large 10-gallon capacity and leak-proof build so you can be sure all the necessary hot or cold items will fit and stay secure. The straps are strong enough to carry all the food items you wish to pack and can even convert to a horizontal carrying angle, which enables you, for example, to carry a fresh and hot pizza without having to take it out of its original box.

The Rachael Ray Jumbo XL ChillOut Insulated Thermal Tote is a great buy, especially at the deal price of only $15.36!  It folds easily to save space when it isn’t being used, and even has an exterior slip pocket on the front for more storage capability when it is being used.

FAQs

Can insulated bags be washed?

Yes. Even though insulated bags, such as the Rachael Ray Jumbo XL ChillOut Insulated Thermal Tote contain additional materials other than the basic fabric you’d find on reusable insulated bags, they can be washed in a washing machine or by hand. However, be sure to let it air dry by hanging up it.

Do reusable bags help the environment?

Yes. Aside from the simple fact that less single-use plastic bags will end up where they shouldn’t be, like on city streets or in the ocean, if recycled enough times one reusable bag can help reduce the impact of improperly discarded waste that harms the environment, according to a 2014 US study.

How many times do you need to reuse a shopping bag for it to have an impact?

A Danish study conducted in 2018 concluded that for a reusable fabric shopping bag to have made a difference in regards to pollution it would need to be used 37 times. Paper bags only 3 times.

Sticking to a healthy diet and cooking up delicious meals just got a whole lot easier thanks to this 10-blade spiral vegetable slicer. Manufactured with 10 high-quality  uber sharp Japanese 420-grade stainless steel blades and a heavy durable body, this spiralizer, along with the 4 included recipe books, will help you whip up delicious creative meals that look and taste delicious.

The possibilities are endless: faux noodles, chips, and handfuls of delicious, crinkled fries! Veggies and fruits are easily shaped into whatever form you want—strands, slices, and chips can be made quickly and easily using all types of fruits and veggies—apples, potatoes, radishes,

squash, peppers, zucchini, cucumbers, beets, turnips, and more.

Graco Milestone 3-in-1 Convertible Car Seat with Safety Surround (Wynnona) Review

Protecting your children in the car is one of the most important, and vital ways you can keep them safe. Between distracted drivers and more traffic on the road than ever before, a secure car seat is a necessity. Graco has been trusted since 1942, and continues to excel in baby products designed for safety and security.

The Milestone with Safety Surround is no exception to this standard, and we’re big fans. It’s a seat that can grow with your family, as your child develops. It is a true three in one, ranging from the earliest days, supporting babies at 5 pounds, up to full booster capabilities at 100 lbs.

This car seat has versatility and safety as its two main guideposts, working to support your child through their entire car seat journey. Initial padding and barriers are designed with comfort and care, perfect to cradle the smallest bodies from the bumps and swerves on the road.

The Simply Safe Adjust Harness System is present from this car seat’s first ride to its last, ensuring that little heads are protected, and strapped into the car correctly. Greco introduced an InRIght Latch system, which makes the installation easy and secure, and every seat they produce has careful engineering and side-impact testing to make sure that all bases are covered, every ride.

As your child grows, the seat will adapt with them. The 4-position recline features allow children to stay comfortable and protected, regardless of their age. There is also the included cup holder, perfect for sippy cups, snacks, and any number of treats to keep your kids happy.

Our team doesn’t just trust anyone with car seat safety, but Greco absolutely makes the cut, and this is no exception.

Honeywell Wi-Fi Smart Color Programmable Thermostat (5845300) Review

Winter is here again and the holidays just around the corner which means colder temperatures have arrived and are here to stay, at least for the next 4 months. As a result, colder outside temperatures mean we stay inside more and in turn use more energy to heat our homes. One ingenious way to combat the subsequent higher costs that come along with the increased heating is with a Smart Wi-Fi Programmable Thermostat.

These days we have control over every part of our home from security doorbells and cameras, to lights and even kitchen appliances. However, one of the biggest money-savers and convenient things to have full control over is your thermostat, and this is made possible with the Honeywell Smart Color Programmable Thermostat. With a true set-it-and-forget-it mentality, this thermostat can be programmed to fit your life and schedule all the while saving energy and of course lower your electricity or gas bill.

Gone on the days of hard-to-read and had-to-set thermostats when you have a full-color touchscreen with easy to read numbers and text.  You can even view your local weather including indoor and outdoor relative humidity levels.

Personalize it with your preferred color schemes, HI/LO heat and cool settings, language preferences (English, French, or Spanish), and °C or °F temperature display. All this and more, such as 12 or 24-hour clock, auto-fan circulation, you can control straight from your iPhone, iPad, Android, or computer.

This Honeywell thermostat is really an intelligent one as it actually learns your heating and cooling cycle times and delivers the precise temperature when you want it, without any input from you. You also get intelligent alerts as the thermostat lets you know when the air filter and humidifier pad needs changing. It can also notify you of extreme high or low indoor temperatures and humidity.

The Honeywell Wi-Fi Smart Color Programmable Thermostat (5845300) is ENERGY STAR certified and is widely compatible, working with most 24-volt heating and cooling systems. (Does not work with electric baseboard heaters (120-240V) and millivolt systems.)

Normally retailing for $200, Amazon has this on sale right now for only $119, but this deal won’t last long!

Cuisinart TOA-60 Convection Toaster Air Fryer, Silver (6073801) Review

With the holidays fast approaching things can get really busy, really fast with shopping, work, coordinating family visits and get-togethers, and of course making the food to feed everyone. However, with the holiday season cliche of eating unhealthily followed by the unpleasant after-effects, there are things you can do to help curb the weight gain and feel great too. And that’s by eating smarter.

Everyone agrees it’s not always easy to keep to your diet around the holidays, and most of us tend to slip a little more than we wish to. However, with the Cuisinart TOA-60 Convection Toaster Air Fryer, you can still eat all the foods you normally would over these joyous times of the year and not get all the negative effects of doing so.

Fried foods are plentiful in our diets, and taste great, from Thanksgiving time through Christmas and New Years, but the toll it takes on our bodies isn’t so welcomed, which is why an aifryer is a great way to eat well and healthily. The Cuisinart air fryer covers you in any cooking or baking situation you might face, with its 1800-Watts and 7 cooking functions including air fry, convection bake, convection broil, bake, broil, Warm, toast.

It is compact with a 0.6 cubic foot of non-stick interior space so you can make single-serve meals or even dishes and sides for larger parties. For example, you can toast 6 slices of bread, air fry 3lbs of chicken wings, roast a 4-pound chicken, or bake a 12-inch pizza. It is overall a healthier way to prepare your delicious fried favorites.

The temperature control along with an element selector ensures easy operation so you can get to more cooking and less time spent figuring out how to operate it.  The 60-minute timer and auto shut-off is another great feature that helps out with your time management in the busy kitchen environment.

The air fryer comes with an oven rack, baking pan, and air fryer rack/basket so you can be ready to go right out of the box. A great deal with a markdown of 50% from $200 to $100, this Cuisinart Air Fryer is a great addition to your kitchen appliance inventory. Get it now while this deal is still on!

Farberware 3.2-Quart Oil-Less Fryer Review

It is hard to deny that fried foods taste great. From the unhealthy fast food to home fried dishes there are endless amounts of food options to choose. However, in today’s society with the popularity of being active and eating healthy, with organic, vegetarian, and gluten-free diets, to name a few, it’s hard to get away with dining on those unhealthy calorie-packed fried foods.

What if you can get great tasting fried food and do it in a more healthy way? Well, that best-of-both-worlds option has been made possible with the invention of the oil-less air fryer. This game-changing easy-to-use kitchen appliance lets to fry up your favorite dishes in a fast and clean way without using oil, without having that fried oil smell that lasts for days, and of course, without the guilt of eating fried food.

Farberware makes many versions of oil-less air fryers and one of the better ones is the 3.2-Quart Oil-Less Multi-Functional Fryer. It has a large almost 1-gallon capacity so you can fit a lot of food, up to 2lbs, in the FDA-approved non-stick coated food basket. Preparing healthy and great tasting snacks or even meals for the whole family has been made much easier and quicker with the Farberware oil-less fryer’s efficient cooking performance and quick preheating time.

Your healthy menu has officially expanded as this machine can replace anything you normally cook, fry, bake, roast or grill. That covers everything from french fries, chicken, meat, vegetables, and much more.  Farberware has also included a recipe book which includes 25 amazing recipes to get you up and running right away.

With no oil splatter and minimal mess to deal with the clean up is a breeze, especially because the food basket is a dishwasher-safe component. Usually retailing for $100 this current deal at Walmart lets you snatch it up for only $59.88! Get it while this deal price lasts!

Blue Rhino 27000 BTU Gas Grill Review

Summer is finally here and that means spending more time outside by the pool and/or by the grill. The smell of sunscreen, the outdoors, and the BBQ are just quintessential summertime memories that we wait all year for. And now’s the time to break out the grills, or simply get a replacement from previous years older versions.

You are probably familiar with the Blue Rhino name because of the propane tanks they make, but the company also make gas grills, and great ones at that. The Blue Rhino 3-Burner 27000 BTU Liquid Propane Gas Grill is a great compact option as it doesn’t take up much space yet can still cook up to 25 burgers at a time. It’s the 467-square inch cooking area that makes this possible. With a push and turn ignition getting the grill started is a breeze.

Equipped with 2 wheels the grill can be moved place to place with ease so you can quickly be ready for the next event. The large temperature gauge helps you keep an accurate temp throughout the cooking process so you get perfectly cooked meat and veggies every time.

An added benefit when you buy this Blue Rhino gas grill is the included coupon for $10 off propane! With an already $50 instant savings for this amazing grill, you need to act fast as this deal is only on through June 19.

Does the Dyson v6 animal have a HEPA filter?

Yes, the Dyson v6 animal cordless vacuum has a HEPA filter.

How do you take apart a Dyson v6 top dog?

First, take out the filter from the top, then pop the bottom open and remove the plastic hard covering, lastly use a screwdriver to remove the more stubborn parts from one another.

Is the Dyson v6 animal any good?

Yes, this is an upgrade from the original Dyson v6 and has two extra removable head replacements for better cleaning.

Which is the best Dyson handheld vacuum cleaner?

The Dyson v11 Torque Drive is the best overall handheld vacuum cleaner, due in part by its strong suction power for its small size.

Is a Dyson vacuum worth the money?

Yes, Dyson is one of the first brands of vacuums and continues to build and improve on its models to deliver the most quality products available.

Are Dyson Cordless vacuums worth the money?

Yes, the cordless vacuums provide you with ease of use. The charger can easily be mounted to a wall, for easy access and storage, and the vacuum itself can get into more places easier than a corded vacuum.

How long does a Dyson v6 animal battery last?

The Dyson v6 battery has a 20- minute battery life.

What’s the difference between v6 and v8 Dyson?

The main difference is that the new V8 Dyson has a soft roller cleaner head replacement that’s designed for picking up dirt and grime deep in carpets. The V6 only has one cleaning head, the direct drive.

What’s better Dyson v6 or v7?

The Dyson v6 has a more powerful suction mode. However, the Dyson v7 has a bigger brush head, which leads to more thorough cleaning that the v6 cannot do, because of this, the v7 is better.