The Champion 75531i Inverter Generator is making its case to be the “go-to” inverter generator in the “must-have” home appliance category. Champion labels their units with the peak watts, in this case it can be known as the Champion 3100. But they are further described by their model number.
The smaller 2000 watt 73536i model is reviewed on this site and the differences in features and price will play the important role as you decide which will better fit your needs.
You’ll get 2800 rated watts (3100 surge) in this model vs. the 1700 rated watts (2000 surge) in the smaller 73536i, but the latter is capable of being run in parallel with another unit, thereby giving you 3400 running watts. The parallel attachment allows you to stack the units as well as give you an extra outlet (5L – 30R) that the larger 3100 model does not have.
There are a couple of other models available from Champion Power Equipment that adds some bells and whistles that these standard models do not have. The 75537i is essentially this reviewed model, but comes with an electric start feature. You might also find this reviewed model in black that has a USB port and the duplex outlets (5-20R) are upgraded GFCI.
OK, enough about the others. Lets take a look deeper into this unit. Read the rest of this entry