About this product
Product Identifiers
BrandPowermate
MPN10000001790
GTIN0696471000771
UPC0696471000771
ModelPM2200i
eBay Product ID (ePID)13011371763
Product Key Features
Power Rating2200 W
Power SourceGasoline
TypePortable
Dimensions
Weight45lbs.
Additional Product Features
Battery IncludedYes
Ratings and Reviews
Most relevant reviews
- May 19, 2020Top favorable review
Just the right size
I kept looking at different generator sets and finally decided on getting an inverter generator for my camping and home needs. I have an old 3500 standard unit that is giving me problems and was just to heavy to haul around and lift and it used a lot of fuel to boot if you had to run it for any length of time. This unit came fast. I added the oil and it started on the second pull. It seem to run well and I tested the unit out running it thru its paces lightly. The idle down feature worked well I really liked it and the unit was very quiet compared to my old standard unit. For my micro camper I think this will be the perfect fit and a great fit for home emergency use as well not to big and yet big enough to keep the fridge or sump pump going when the power goes out. I don't have any real hours on it yet so will have to see how it runs over the long run. So far tho 2 thumbs up.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Nov 14, 2020Top critical review
Small inverter for small loads, good fuel economy
This unit is manufactured in China and it shows. I had to send it in for service the first week I received it because the STOP|RUN|CHOKE knob is actually a fuel valve and it was all bound up and you couldnt turn it. When I got it back from the service center it started right up and ran smooth. It has a nice feature called "Economy" mode which idles the engine down when you are using low power items or when the item cycles off like a refridgerator. However for larger inductive load items you have to turn this feature off or it will not be able to supply the requred surge wattage to get motors started quick enough because it has to throttle the engine back up and its not fast enough to do it. With economy mode off I can run my 10,000 BTU window AC which is what I needed to survive a power outage in Florida :-) Running vacuum cleaners, leaf blowers and battery chargers is no problem with this unit. You can NOT start and run a 13,500 Coleman Mach RV rooftop AC with this. It will not start it, not even with a 10 gauge power cord. Just doesnt have the surge capability. Its also not quite as quiet as a Honda but the price difference more than compensates for the increased noise. FInally, like so many other small engine tools your service intervals are based on hours and this unit has no hours meter!! So Amazon sells the small battery powered inductive units that wrap around the spark plug wire and you can screw it right to the nylon chassis. Works perfect and gives you a much needed missing feature for your maintenance.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Aug 11, 2020
Unstable power output and definitely not 1700 watts steady.
Bought this a few months ago. Initially it seemed good, starting with one pull, running smoothly, and fairly quiet. It powered basic stuff easily and ran a 5,000btu ac all night once. It has not and will not start a 1 horsepower motor. It has since become increasingly difficult to start, now requiring 6 to 12 pulls to start. Once running it is still smooth and quiet. Variable loads will cause it to randomly shut down, such as when used to run a small capacity washing machine, which should not strain the power output of this unit. When used to charge storage batteries it will deliver about 1400 watts, and will shut down if more is drawn. It doesn't come close to delivering 1700 watts steady state. I'm going to pursue some warranty work to see if it can be corrected.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- May 27, 2020
Powermate PM2200i is a thumbs up!
I only have a few hours on the Powermate PM2200i but it seems to be a high quality product at a very reasonable price. It will handle its full rated load, is easy to start and is relatively quite. The unit, except the case color, is identical to the Generac GP2200i (at a much better price) - before purchasing I downloaded the parts list of each from their respective websites for compared. I believe the engine, which looks like a copy of an 80cc Yamaha engine, came from Ducar in Bishan, Chongqing China. It appears to be high quality. Not having had the unit very long, I can not attest to its long-term durability, but other reviews have been favorable. I would recommend this product.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Mar 25, 2020
A lightweight generator that fits my needs.
This is a nice, low weight generator for light duty use. I bought it because I could carry it to my work site, and it powers a skill saw for my wood cutting jobs. The load the saw makes is just at the capacity of the generator, but as long as you keep the saw running between cuts, it works fine. On other loads, like lights and camping gear, it should work fine. I am planning on trying it out in that setting this summer.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- May 21, 2020
Good Generators wish they were made in USA
These generators arrived on time in good condition. I opened up, filled with oil and gas. The first one started on the fourth pull, the second one on the first pull. Very Quiet while running, easy to start. I think my wife will be able to move and start these. (Good luck with the old non-inverter they are replacing). My only regret is they are made in China. (Great job, Political prisoners!!)Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- May 20, 2020
super nice little unit!!
ive been looking at these for some time....they tend to be pricey but finding this here ..reading reviews i decided to buy one...well im glad i did...very nice little unit..i like the fact it came with the battery charge cord (usually u have to buy separate)) ive ran quite a few things with it...even a 5500 BTU window ac unit....was no trouble ...circular saw on initial start of saw hits sorta hard but works fine...saws all electric chainsaw....yep for the price get one....and even with the pandemic causing delays in shipping...i got this within 5 daysVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Jun 11, 2020
great value generator for the money!
The generator ran my frig and other things during a recent power outage. It ran non stop for four days minus fuel ups with 0 problems.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- May 24, 2020
Pretty dang good!
Great little generator for the camper or home backup. It’s small enough to fit just about anywhere, including truck tool boxes which was a nice bonus. Pro’s: -The low idle/economy mode was quieter than I’d expected. -It will power an 11000 BTU air conditioner (1700w) -Light enough to carry in one hand (for a 30 y/o male) -Appears to be same as a Generac GP2200 for less -Waterproofed electrical panel Con’s -Body plastics feel cheap -Must unscrew side panels to check oil or serviceVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Jun 10, 2020
Just what I wanted
Haven’t had a chance to use it a whole lot, but the few times I have it has performed flawlessly. Super quiet, seems well madeVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
