Product Review

There is little doubt among campers, home owners, and small business owners that the reliability of Yamaha Generators is unparalleled. With the summer season hitting its high point and the hurricane season in full swing, the need for a good generator is high in many households. The generator market is filled with competitive offerings, though Yamaha, Honda, and Coleman seem to be industry leaders. For consumers, the most important factors in choosing a generator are watt capacity, reliability, and price. For all three, Yamaha has a variety of options to fulfill any consumer's needs. In particular, two models highlight the diversity of Yamaha's offerings.

The Yamaha EF1000 Generator can be used best for limited usage, including additional power to one or two machines around the house or in the office. While the advertised running time is six hours, the actual running time typical runs from three to four hours depending on the size or amount of machines running on the generator. Consumers have complained about the decibel level on the EF1000, though this is a common problem across the industry. At around $500, this generator is a good emergency option for households and is more reasonably priced than its competitors. The Yamaha EF1000 generator cements the strong reputation for the reliability of Yamaha generators.

The Yamaha YG28001 Industrial Generator is considered by many to be the most efficient, lightest, and quietest in its class. At around 70 pounds, the YG28001 packs a big punch with 2800 watts of capacity. While the cost may be prohibitive to the more casual consumer, at $1300, it is still incredibly cost efficient. The greatest testimonial to the reliability of Yamaha generators in general, and the YG28001 specifically, was its extensive use by Florida households during the hurricane season of 2005. Therefore, those who want to ensure that they will have power in case of an emergency should consider the YG28001.

While competitors like Honda and Coleman may provide lower prices on their products, there is no substitute for the reliability of Yamaha generators. With similar capacity and a greater reputation for durability, Yamaha's generators should be mainstays in every home concerned with power outages and natural disasters. Considering the development of smaller generators like the EF1000 and larger generators like the YG28001, the future certainly looks bright for Yamaha.