Honda · Updated June 2026
Honda EU2200i: price, specs & release date
Honda EU2200i, released 2018. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: generatorbible.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Honda EU2200i is listed at $1199 on generatorbible.com as of 2026-06-27, #9 cheapest of 11 portable generators (median $899); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Silver Deskmark — 46/100 pay-blind standing, #6 of 12 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
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- Best for Honda engine and overall build quality; Lightweight and portable (~47 lb, suitcase-sized).
- Skip if Premium price / value hard to justify for the smaller models is a dealbreaker.
Is the Honda EU2200i a good buy?
At $1199, the Honda EU2200i is #9 cheapest of the 11 portable generators we track, where the median is $899. On the spec sheet, its running watts of 1800 is the lowest of the 12, its peak watts of 2200 is the lowest of the 12, and its noise dba of 48 is the lowest of the 11.
Evidence of Record
Our data- Independent labsmeasured it
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- Physical metricsrecorded
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- Outlets on record1 tested · 2 mention-only
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One independent lab measured this product across 1 physical metric — battery. These numbers rest on a single hands-on source so far; 2 other outlets have it on record by mention only.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Honda EU2200i
Three whitelisted outlets cover the EU2200i: Pro Tool Reviews (best camping/tailgating pick, rated 9.6/10), Popular Mechanics (four-day hurricane hands-on) and Wirecutter (a former pick, now noted only in its competition section). They agree the generator wins on Honda engine and build quality, quiet running and light ~47-lb portability. Pro Tool Reviews and Wirecutter flag its premium price; Popular Mechanics and Pro Tool Reviews disagree on whether its runtime and fuel efficiency lead the class. No outlet reported its own lab-measured dB figure.
Based on 3 reviews · 1 lab-tested · 2018-09-17–2025-07-30
Tested by Pro Tool Reviews, Popular Mechanics, Wirecutter
Consistently praised
- Honda engine and overall build quality · 2 sources
- Lightweight and portable (~47 lb, suitcase-sized) · 2 sources
- Quiet, ultra-low-noise operation
- Strong real-world fuel efficiency (4-day hurricane use)
Commonly flagged
- Premium price / value hard to justify for the smaller models · 2 sources
- Runtime and fuel efficiency not class-leading vs competitors
- No USB ports
- Modest 1800W continuous output feels small on paper
Where reviewers disagree Fuel efficiency splits the sources: Popular Mechanics called it 'fantastically efficient' after four days of real-world hurricane use (nearly 10 hours overnight on Eco Throttle), while Pro Tool Reviews flags that it 'doesn't have the best runtime or fuel efficiency' relative to class competitors.
The sources (3)
When it comes to camping and tailgating, Honda's EU2200i nails it with a lightweight and ultra-quiet design.
What it does have is the best small engine you could hope for and quality that exceeds what anyone else has to offer in a compact generator.
It doesn't have the best runtime or fuel efficiency, though.
Real-world runtime, Eco Throttle, mixed household load (reported from 4-day hurricane use, not lab-controlled): nearly 10 hours
The EU2200i is fantastically efficient, so I haven’t done this dance too many times, even over four days.
on Eco Throttle mode (where it regulates its own throttle depending on loads) it ran last night for nearly 10 hours before I shut it down for a morning refuel.
From a sheer wattage perspective, it seems dinky.
Honda’s other closed-frame inverter generators are all highly regarded, and the EU2200i was a previous Wirecutter pick.
the higher prices are harder to justify for the smaller models
Specifications
| Price (US) | $1199 $1,199 lowest verified retail (multiple major retailers); original launch MSRP was $1,149.95 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Honda |
| Released | 2018 |
| Type | inverter |
| Running watts | 1800 |
| Peak watts | 2200 |
| Fuel | gas |
| Runtime hours | 8.1 |
| Noise dba | 48 |
| Weight (lb) | 47.4 |
| Outlets | 2×120V 20A (5-20R) duplex |
Source: generatorbible.com (verified 2026-06-19) · corroborated by hondanews.com. Price $1,199 (lowest verified across Camping World/Walmart/Northern Tool per generatorbible); 1800/2200W, 48 dBA at 1/4 load, 47.4 lb, 8.1 hr at 25% load all confirmed. Honda direct store page returned 403 so source switched to generatorbible (primary spec aggregator). Release year 2018 confirmed: announced Dec 14 2017, available spring 2018 per Honda press release.
Is the Honda EU2200i worth it vs cheaper portable generators?
Honda EU2200i against its closest cheaper and pricier portable generators on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 11 ranked
| Product | Price | Type | Running watts | Peak watts | Fuel | Runtime hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda EU2200i this | $1199 | inverter | 1800 | 2200 | gas | 8.1 |
| Westinghouse WGen9500 | $1149 | conventional | 9500 | 12500 | gas | 12 |
| DuroMax XP13000EH | $1699 | conventional | 10500 | 13000 | dual_fuel | 8 |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Honda EU2200i?
Three whitelisted outlets cover the EU2200i: Pro Tool Reviews (best camping/tailgating pick, rated 9.6/10), Popular Mechanics (four-day hurricane hands-on) and Wirecutter (a former pick, now noted only in its competition section). They agree the generator wins on Honda engine and build quality, quiet running and light ~47-lb portability. Pro Tool Reviews and Wirecutter flag its premium price; Popular Mechanics and Pro Tool Reviews disagree on whether its runtime and fuel efficiency lead the class. No outlet reported its own lab-measured dB figure. Praised: Honda engine and overall build quality; Lightweight and portable (~47 lb, suitcase-sized); Quiet, ultra-low-noise operation; Strong real-world fuel efficiency (4-day hurricane use). Flagged: Premium price / value hard to justify for the smaller models; Runtime and fuel efficiency not class-leading vs competitors; No USB ports; Modest 1800W continuous output feels small on paper. (From 3 tester reviews, 1 lab-tested.)
How much does the Honda EU2200i cost?
The Honda EU2200i has a US price of $1199 ($1,199 lowest verified retail (multiple major retailers); original launch MSRP was $1,149.95), as of 2026-06-19.
How does the Honda EU2200i compare on price?
At $1199, the Honda EU2200i is #9 cheapest of the 11 portable generators we track, where the median is $899.
When was the Honda EU2200i released?
The Honda EU2200i was released 2018.
What are the Honda EU2200i's key specs?
Honda EU2200i (Honda): type inverter, running watts 1800, peak watts 2200, fuel gas, runtime hours 8.1. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-19.
Price of record: $1199 at generatorbible.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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