Home & Garden Deal Reviews

Yes–the fryer is great to look at! It’s sleek and modern and appealing, but it’s so much more than that!

This versatile air fryer comes with 7 pre-set buttons which allows you to cook delicious meals by pressing just one little button!

Steak, chicken, shrimp, seafood, fries, vegetables, and bread will all come out hot, delicious, and perfectly cooked every time in this spacious air fryer oven!

The bright LED display lets you see the cooking temperature and time remaining so you are always in control!

This model made it to our list of the best air fryers to buy collection.

Grilling, roasting, frying, baking–it’s all possible with this powerful unit!

Cut down on fats and oils. Get in and out of the kitchen in record time. Eat more home-cooked meals. And spend more time gathering with your family.

The lightweight slide-out basket glides smoothly and quickly locks into place.

With precision temperature controls you can adjust the setting to your exact needs whether you’re making soft baked cookies or extra crispy fries!

Other great features include a timer and an easy-to-read display with timing suggestions!

Featured in our best air fryers collection.

The Ninja 4-in-1 air fryer takes all the guesswork out of making air fryer meals and snacks.

This no-fuss, no-muss unit is one of the simplest on the market. Select AIR FRY, ROAST, REHEAT, or DEHYDRATE and stand back while this super smart, sleek oven does all the work!

The 4-quart capacity nonstick basket is large enough to air fry 2lbs. of french fries!

Also included with your air fryer is a multi-layer rack that makes dehydrating fruits, vegetables, and meats easier than ever!

Listed as one of the best air fryers in our top 10 air fryers collection.

Make 2-4 servings of your favorite snacks or meals in this compact fryer!

The sleek space-saving design packs all the functionality of a larger oven into one small tidy unit.

Enjoy full control of the temperature settings for all your cooking needs, and with two distinct food compartments you can cook different foods at the same time with no crossover! This means your complete meals are ready to go from the fryer to your table faster than ever!

Other great features include attractive design, a large capacity basket, and quick and easy clean-up!

One of the top picks in our best air fryer collection.

Cook meats, veggies, and even desserts for up to 5 people in just minutes!

With this incredible air fryer you use less oil and fats. You save time. You save money. And your meals come out perfectly cooked and delicious every single time!

The convenient design and large capacity make this an excellent choice for families. With 11 pre-set buttons, cooking for your loved ones has never been easier!

Other great features include Preheat and Keep Warm functionality, and removable, dishwasher-safe non-stick baskets for easy cleaning!

As featured in our best air fryers collection.

If you seek a battery-operated candle set that is noticeably different from the usual LED candle set, this set is an ideal choice. This gorgeous, tiered candle set features individual real wax pillar candles wrapped in silver wire fairy string lights, creating a mystical lighting effect that is truly enchanting. Adding to this candle set’s captivating ethereal fairylike style, is the softer glow provided by the candles’ genuine wax bodies—providing a realistic traditional candle look that is pleasing to the eye.

These candles earned the ‘most elegant’ call-out in our list of the top LED candles.

If you seek the beauty of candles without the chemicals, dripping wax, smoke, and fire hazards, this 3-pack of  flameless candles is an ideal choice. Crafted with a paraffin wax outer shell, these elegant candle looks just like a traditional candle looks—smooth, timeless, and wax-like.

The enormous benefit is that you can place these candles on bookshelves, in dens, and in places where real candles can’t go. With their elastic dancing flame casting a flickering light, these LED pillar style candles will illuminate your home or special event with a warm candle glow.

These Aku Tonpa candles made our list of the best flameless LED candles.

Placed in a frosted glass holder or votive holder, these battery-operated tea light candles provide a warm candlelight glow that doesn’t look fake or orange in color,

The flameless bulbs flicker just like real candles do, without the hazards or fire risk. Enjoy 100 hours of gorgeous candlelight with each fresh battery. Use rows of these gorgeous candles to create a festive celebratory mood at weddings, parties and holiday celebrations.

These Homemory candles made our list of the best battery-powered candles.

These LED tealight candles possess everything real candles possess without the smoke, dripping mess, potential fire hazards or allergy-triggering scents. These battery-operated candles provide a lovely dancing flame emitting a warm, flickering luminous glow to beautifully illuminate your home.

Available at Amazon.

How many candles act as music to your ears, helping you to relax and unwind? This vanilla bean scented candle sounds as lovely as it smells. Crafted with a wooden wick that crackles as it burns, this unique made in the USA candle appeals to much more than just your sense of smell. Encased in a charming heavy glass decorative container with a vintage hobnail glass design, this vanilla bean candle has a musky vanilla bean scent that’s off the charts—making it one of our best-selling candles.

This candle made our top vanilla candles list.

This soy wax candle’s balsam bourbon vanilla fragrance softened with hints of coconut will make you feel as if you’ve stepped onto a tropic island. Relax and unwind while enjoying the magical scent of this vanilla and coconut soy wax candle’s intoxicating fragrance. Crafted with natural soy wax and perfume-grade essential oils this delightful candle provides 40-45 hours of clean-burn time. Encased in a lovely decorative tin suitable for gifting, the tin can be used as a charming display accent. Best yet, after the candle is gone, the beautiful tin can be reused as a pretty storage container for paper clips or wrapped hard candy.

This candle is listed in the top 5 of our list of best vanilla candles to buy.

This elegant French Vanilla candle creates a warm and inviting fragrance wafting delicately throughout your home. The classic vanilla scented candle, capturing the essence of vanilla extracted from orchids is crafted of premium-grade wax. You’ll enjoy 75-110 hours of clean-burn time with each large 2-wick French Vanilla candle. Grab one for yourself and one for a friend who loves yummy smelling vanilla candles. The clear glass decorative tumbler case, with lid, looks lovely when it is placed atop a mantle, coffee table or candle stand.

Rated in top 5 vanilla candles in our best vanilla candles list.

You’ll be tempted to take a bite, but don’t! This delectable creamy vanilla paraffin wax candle has a pure and sweet vanilla scent that will draw tons of compliments from houseguests. This creamy vanilla candle burns slowly and lasts a long time—making it a great value.  When the air in your home smells stale and musky, light up this irresistible smelling Creamy Vanilla candle to instantly transform the air into a vanilla-scented haven.

Rated in top 3 in our collection of top vanilla candles to buy.

• Made in the USA using strict manufacturing guidelines
• Glass mason jar allows a clear view of the candle inside
• Long-lasting candle has a noticeable fragrance that’s not overly sweet and cloying
• Makes a great housewarming, “thinking of you” or birthday gift

Available at Amazon.

Honda 7000 EU7000is Generator Review

What we liked

Clean and Powerful

In most cases, inverter generators are less powerful than convention models. The EU7000iS offers a rare combination of sufficient power for large jobs, and the clean and stable reliability inverter loyalists have come to know and love.

On the inverter side, you have power that is stable enough to safely run electronics. With conventional generators, you’re more prone to surges and momentary lapses. When you use an inverter generator, you are paying a premium for power you can count on to run even your most delicate (and irreplacable) appliances.

Due to the price of inverter generators, the most common models you’ll see out there are only a few thousand watts. The EU7000iS comes with a full 7000 watts (as you might have guessed from the name). From a small fan in your living room and your morning coffee to window air conditioners and full-size refrigerators, this model generator has you covered.

Built-in Safety Features

There are three lights on the generator’s side. When all is right, none will be on.

Each light serves as an indicator for potential trouble, just like the lights on the dashboard of your car. They alert you to issues with output, overload and oil. Keeping track of these three things are essential to keeping your machine in pristine condition and keeping the onus off of you makes life easier.

When things get to be too much, there are electronic circuit breakers that turn your machine off when necessary. By automatically shutting off, just like the breakers in your home, the generator is protecting itself from sustaining serious damage. In turn, this protects your large investment—the tool which will provide you power in a time of need.

What we didn’t like

Honda EU7000iS Price

The Honda EU7000iS is powerful, but expensive. With a list price coming in at more than $4000, a generator that comes in a (relatively) small package, but with a large price tag must be properly taken care of.

Since it is used outside, it would be very easy to ignore every nick or scratch that appears on the outside. While the outside is mostly aesthetic (you definitely don’t want knobs breaking off or labels removed), it reflects how you treat your generator.

Likewise, the interior components must be protected, maintained and cleaned in order to ensure a long life, as well as proper function. When you invest the equivalent cash value of the car you buy your child to learn to drive, you need to take care of it.

In order to make up for the price that you’re paying, this should be the last generator you buy. This means that what you pay (plus gas, oil and any repairs) will be all you pay. No more going cheap on a generator only to realize you need a new one two years later. This is a generator that if you buy, you need to treat it right. Otherwise, it will be a waste of money (and a lot of it).

Weight

Wheels and handles are great for flat terrain. Where things start to get hairy is if you use your generator anywhere besides your home.

One of the most common professions where a generator is used is on a construction site. They’re great to run power tools off of and provide an easy solution to lack of power in a remote location. But, what happens when you need to get it upstairs in a home that is only framed out or even in and out of a truck?

Special considerations must be made. You’ll likely end up using long extension cords or battling the terrain to move it close to where you’re working. This issue also doubles on campsites as you do not want to let it out of your sight (thousands of dollars invested, remember?). Luckily, once it’s on the ground, you can move it freely and if you have a truck you can use planks to get it back in your bed, just like a lawnmower.

Is this the generator for you?

Right off the bat, one of the things that jumps out is that this is an inverter generator. While the price might not match the power of conventional generators, it more than makes up for it with stability and the variety of appliances that can be used with it.

If you plan on finding yourself in a remote location, but cannot go off the grid and still need Wi-Fi and your computer, using this generator will have you feeling like you’re right in the office. Now the generator might not be able to replicate your comfy desk chair or nice view, but it provides the essentials. With this generator, you can set up shop regardless of where you are, or what’s going on around you.

Another aspect that gets overlooked by many is how easily this generator starts. If you have a bad back, shoulder, or just aren’t strong enough to pull start a large generator, you need another way. By including a push start, Honda has made the EU7000iS accessible for nearly everyone.

The only drawback is the weight of the model, which without the wheels and handles would be impossible to move. By easing transportation and starting, Honda has made this an ideal option for those who do not want to, or are unable to exert major physical force to use a generator.

Do not buy this generator if your power goes out once a year. Do buy this generator if you lose power frequently, go camping a few times a year or are a mainstay at outdoor tailgates. Whether it’s for business, pleasure or something in-between, if you use a generator with some regularity, you need an efficient, reliable and long-lasting generator.

The EU7000iS is a model you can trust for years and run a variety of appliances off of. Additionally, it comes from Honda—a brand that has grown synonymous with high-quality machines and customer support.

Honda 3000 EU3000IH1A Handi Review

What we liked

Portability

One of the best parts about inverters is that they are lighter than conventional generators, making them portable. But, what happens when you want an engine large enough to power the biggest appliances around your home at once? Well, weight increases.

To keep the Honda 3000 EU3000i Handi portable, Honda had to get creative. Wheels built directly onto the body and a fold down handle are the perfect solution. Just as someone wheels the cooler to the tailgate, someone else can bring the generator along with ease.

While the wheels and handle certainly provide a clear benefit, they do not take away from function in any way. When not in use, the handle folds completely away, and unless you know it’s there, or are right in front of the generator, you wouldn’t even notice it. The wheels also keep a low profile, recessed in a way that the generator will sit completely flat.

With a dry weight just under 80 lbs., the EU3000iH1A could only be used by a select crowd without an effective transportation system. The body is an awkward shape to lift and carry, so even if weight is not a problem, it is still a difficult item to carry.

Wheeling the generator is only half the battle. The EU3000i has to get into your trunk or truck bed one way or another, and lifting from the bottom isn’t very appealing. To help you out, Honda built two offset handles into the sides of the generator, making it easy to lift. With wheels and handles, anyone can easily set up and put away this generator.

Parallel capability

When you need to add some power, you can use two Honda EU3000i generators together. Essentially, by connecting the two machines with the proper cables, you are doubling their output and the appliances they can power.

Rather than having to purchase an expensive and powerful generator, you can power up whenever the need arises. The best-case scenario is when you and a friend have the same generator—no additional purchases are necessary.

This is most common for camping trips and tailgates. Having double the power opens up an entirely new world of possibilities, taking your experience to the next level. If you’re at a football game, you can power a couple TV’s to watch pregame coverage on all the channels. If you’re out camping, you won’t have to power down the AC in order to run everything else. In these situations, it might feel like you have limitless power, just as if you were in the confines of your own home.

Safety features galore

I like safety. You like safety. Everyone likes safety. Most importantly however, Honda like safety (or keeping their customers safe)—whatever floats your boat.

The Honda EU3000i Handi comes chock full of features designed to ensure safe operation. When you’re moving the generator around, you can close the fuel vent to prevent any spilling. While running, a USDA-qualified spark arrestor ensures that no flames escape and cause damage to you or anything nearby.

We push the limits in all aspects of our lives, so why should a generator be any different. Lucky for us, Honda has included circuits as protection from being overloaded. Basically, if you try to power too much, the circuit will flip and the issue identified before any damage occurs.

Oil Alert System

Like gasoline, your oil levels will eventually need to be replenished. With any motor, running without oil could lead to damage, which eventually requires repair and money taken from your pockets. With Honda’s Oil Alert system, the generator constantly monitors itself and will automatically turn off when oil becomes critically low. Also, oil doesn’t need to be changed like in a vehicle, you just add more.

A Few Additional Helpful Videos From Honda

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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.

Honda 1000 EU1000i Portable Inverter Generator Review

What we liked

Noise level

The Honda EU1000i portable inverter generator is quiet. With older and more traditional generators, this was not usually the case. In many instances, the noise emitted by the generator would drown out everything around you.

For example, if you were using your generator to power a radio for a nice, family sing-a-long, the radio would have to be on full blast. With this generator, you can keep it to a dull roar, with only your singing being the thing that drives your neighbors crazy—not just the generator. If you have a traditional generator, your best bet would be turning it off and going acoustic for the singing with the family around the campfire. Hey—for some people, that’s the ideal situation.

As an added plus, your quality of sleep will increase. Try sleeping with a 20-year old generator running and then try sleeping with a modern inverter generator running. The results will speak for themselves.

Low noise level and protection

All too frequently we’ve seen horror stories of generators being stolen. Whether you’re using it to supply your home with the bare amount of power needed to survive after a storm wipes out your electricity, or you’ve just brought it camping with you—your generator should be there the next morning.

As much as we’d like to live in a society without crime, there will always be people who see (or hear) an expensive appliance running and think of it as a quick payday. The low noise levels emitted by the Honda EU1000i acts as a protection plan of sorts. Without the excessive noise levels we associate with traditional generators, you will be able to run the generator without being detected by anyone passing by.

Power up

When you buy a generator, or any appliance for that matter, you usually have an idea of how you will use it. In many cases, plans change. Rather than to send you shopping again, Honda has made it easy to boost the power level of the generator you’ve already purchased.

This isn’t like a computer that you can boost memory or install additional hardware, but refers to the fact that two Honda generators can work together to supply more power wherever, or whenever, you might need it. This process is called “paralleling”.

User friendly – no experience necessary

Even without having used a generator before, you will have no problem operating the Honda EU1000i. Besides Honda’s concerted effort to include manuals that hold your hand as you walk step by step through running it, everything is labeled.

The feature that helps this all come together, the labels, will help you put into action the plans carried out by the instruction manual. Even on/off are labeled—there is no guesswork involved. With clear labels, you will never have to worry about making a misstep when operating a powerful machine.

What we didn’t like

Upkeep & Maintenance

Like all generators (or machine with an engine), the Honda EU1000i requires regular maintenance and upkeep. Despite the fact there is nothing you can do to avoid this, it is worth noting.  Without proper care, this generator will not last very long.

Whether is it maintenance due to frequent use, or upkeep from begin used so infrequently, plan to spend some time maintaining the condition of your Honda inverter generator. Should you be unable to do this on your own, you will also need to set aside some funds to pay someone for this service.

In a perfect world, your machinery would be able to clean and maintain itself. The truth is, while modern mechanics have surpassed many of our greatest expectations, we still have a long way to go. If you are not willing to put in the necessary hours and dollars to service your generator, you’re better off not buying one in the first place.

Fuel tank

You should never travel with a generator that is already fueled up. Once you get to where you’re going though, most people only want to fill it once. In an effort to reduce size and conserve weight, Honda utilizes a .6-gallon tank. On the bright side, this small tank can last up to 7 hours.

Unfortunately, most camping trips and severe power outages last longer than this. To keep your generator running and your appliances powered, you will have to keep a gas reserve nearby.

While some people are comfortable using extended gas tank setups, it could lead to danger. If this system is not set up properly, it could lead to leaking gasoline or damage to the machine.

Additionally, it means you will be leaving several gallons of gas unattended, and the smaller tank usually gives you an excuse to makes sure everything is running smoothly.

Is this the generator for you?

Pulling the trigger and buying a generator is a big decision. They are expensive and serve a very specific role. When you pick the right model, however, the quality of your life can greatly improve. Whether it’s for recreation or emergency use, you want a generator that you can rely on when the time comes.

Honda EU1000i users will agree with us that the best use for this generator is personal use. Due to power restrictions, the generator is not capable of handling heavy industrial use. Additionally, it is not powerful enough to be relied on for heavy personal appliances. Basically, if you want to run full-size refrigerators, ovens and things of that nature simultaneously, you’ll have to look elsewhere.

Due to how easily this generator is operated, it is the perfect introductory model. Rather than relying on your own mechanical prowess, Honda takes all guessing out of the equation. If you’re someone who wants to have a machine like this, but has only a small amount of experience operating them, Honda is the brand for you.

Honda knows their customers, and knows that needs evolve over time. Thankfully, you can purchase an additional generator at a later date that can be used to supplement power.

This helps you get into the world over generators, without overspending or buying a model that is far too powerful for what you need. Since you can upgrade power later on, the Honda EU1000i makes a ton of sense for people who know they need a generator, but are not sure what kind is best for them.

Terms you need to know

Inverter generator (vs. traditional generators)

Inverter generators differ from traditional generators in three main areas: current, power and portability.

Inverter generators produce AC currents, convert it to DC and then back to AC before emitting it and passing it along into your appliances. On the contrary, traditional generators only produce AC currents.

On average, inverter generators are less powerful than conventional generators. They have smaller engines and fuel tanks, but are more efficient. Additionally, inverter generators tend to be lighter as a result. What they lack in power, they certainly make up for with stability. Not a bad trade off when looking at this big picture.

Continuing on with weight, smaller engines and fuel tanks make inverter generators lighter. While some of each kind might billed as “portable”, the Honda EU1000i weighs under 30 lbs. For traditional generators, it is not out of the ordinary for a portable unit to be double that weight.

Paralleled

We talk a little about this in the “What we like” section, but figured we’d provide a little more context here. “Paralleled” is when you take two generators and connect them to work together. Once connected, you will be able to run the generators together as one at their cumulative levels of power.

For example if you use two 1000-watt generators together, you will have 2000 watts of power at your disposal. This means you can run appliances and other things that require more power than supplied by a single unit. Alternatively, you can run more smaller appliances and machines off of the two generators.

Specifications

• Engine—Honda GXH50
• Displacement—49.4 cc
• AC Output—120V 1000W max. (8.3A) 900W rated (7.5A)
• Receptacles—15A 125V Duplex
• DC Output—12V, 96W (8A)
• Starting System—Recoil
• Fuel Tank Capacity—0.6 gal.
• Run Time per Tankful—3.2 hours @ rated load, 7.1 hours @ 1/4 load
• Dimensions (L x W x H)—17.7″ x 9.4″ x 15.0″
• Noise Level—50 dB(A) @ rated load 42 dB(A) @ 1/4 load
• Dry Weight—28.7 lb.

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All-Clad Cookware Set Review

Cookware is essential in the kitchen, whether you cook a lot or not, just has a bed is to a bedroom. Having quality cookware is another matter. It isn’t difficult to conclude that the type of cookware you use has a direct effect on how your dish will turn out. The hand-polished and mirror-finished All-Clad stainless steel 7-Piece cookware set can prove that point. And when we put it to the test, we were so satisfied that we confidently give this cookware set a 5 out of 5 stars.

Just by handling these stainless steel pots and pans it feels like quality and that’s exactly what they are with a three-ply bonded design and aluminum center core. They heat evenly and are great as a beginner set or as an addition, or replacement, to cookware you might already have. And if you have a convection stovetop this cookware set is a perfect match.

The set includes a 10″ fry pan, a 2-qt. covered saucepan, a 3-qt. covered sauté pan and a 6-qt. covered stockpot, and if purchased separately can run you $775. The best part is that this deal includes a free gift: A 15″ Oval Baker & Pot Holder Set. With 53% off the original price at only $300 its a tough one to pass up. The free gift just sweetens the deal.

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!