As you can see from the models shown below, most of the portable generators that have an electric start capability can be found in the bigger and more powerful traditional category although a few of the smaller ones, such as gas-powered inverters like the Westinghouse IGen4500 and the WEN 56380i, also have this feature.
An electric start can be more than just a useful feature as not everyone has the strength or will to pull a manual recoil cord.
A battery is normally supplied with the generator. However, owners need to ensure it remains charged particularly when the generator is stored, sometimes for extended periods. A trickle charger, such as this best-seller from Amazon (paid link), is one answer to the problem of a flat battery.
Model: 100837 Standby
Electric Start: Yes
Fuel: Propane/NG
Technology: Standby
Gas Starting Watts:
Gas Running Watts:
Propane Starting Watts: 14000
Propane: Running Watts: 14000
Weight (lbs): 482
Noise (dB): 62
14kW of automatic standby power is provided by this model. It operates on natural gas or propane and is powerful enough to keep your whole home running in an outage.
Model: 7225 Standby
Electric Start: Yes
Fuel: Propane/NG
Technology: Standby
Gas Starting Watts:
Gas Running Watts:
Propane Starting Watts: 14000
Propane: Running Watts: 14000
Weight (lbs): 385
Noise (dB): 57
Standby power for the whole home is provided by this 14kW generator which runs on natural gas or propane. It’s delivers a lot of power with less than 5% THD.
Model: SUA12000ED
Electric Start: Yes
Fuel: Dual Fuel
Technology: Traditional open frame
Gas Starting Watts: 12000
Gas Running Watts: 9000
Propane Starting Watts: 10800
Propane: Running Watts: 8100
Weight (lbs): 228
Noise (dB): 78
The A-iPower SUA12000ED is a powerful and versatile dual fuel portable generator. It has a big and robust 459cc OHV 4-stroke engine which is built to perform year after year. An electric start is provided so you can get your generator up and running quickly and easily whenever you need it. It might be just the thing you are looking for to power all your major household appliances in an emergency.
Model: WGen9500DF
Electric Start: Yes
Fuel: Dual Fuel
Technology: Traditional open frame
Gas Starting Watts: 12500
Gas Running Watts: 9500
Propane Starting Watts: 11199
Propane: Running Watts: 8500
Weight (lbs): 220
Noise (dB): 74
The dual fuel variant of the WGen9500, also housed in a hardened-steel open frame. It too has an electric start and a remote key fob and could be an ideal solution for backup power for much your home. Able to support heavy work on a job site it can also power campsite trailers.
Model: WGen9500
Electric Start: Yes
Fuel: Gasoline
Technology: Traditional open frame
Gas Starting Watts: 12500
Gas Running Watts: 9500
Weight (lbs): 220
Noise (dB): 74
An RV-Ready high-power portable generator that is housed in a robust hardened-steel open frame. It comes with an electric start and a key fob for remote starting. It could be an excellent option for home backup power during outages, and it can support some heavy work on a job site.
Model: WGen7500
Electric Start: Yes
Fuel: Gasoline
Technology: Traditional open frame
Gas Starting Watts: 9500
Gas Running Watts: 7500
Weight (lbs): 192
Noise (dB): 72
In the realm of portable generators we now approach some of the most powerful units. This model is designed to generate backup power for much, if not all, of your home during blackouts. While it’s called a portable, it’s a very heavy generator and you won’t want to move it too often.
Model: WGen12000
Electric Start: Yes
Fuel: Gasoline
Technology: Traditional open frame
Gas Starting Watts: 15000
Gas Running Watts: 12000
Weight (lbs): 352
Noise (dB): 74
The most powerful portable generator made by Westinghouse, it’s housed in a hardened-steel open frame and comes with both a push-button electric start and a wireless key fob for remote starting. It’s a great option to power many of your home’s power-hungry appliances during blackouts.
Model: iGen4500
Electric Start: Yes
Fuel: Gasoline
Technology: Inverter
Gas Starting Watts: 4500
Gas Running Watts: 3700
Weight (lbs): 98
Noise (dB): 52
Offering medium-power, this inverter has features that finely balance portability, quality, reliability and wattage. It’s suitable for recreational uses and is a good source of emergency power. And you can connect it to and run parts of your home when the power grid goes down.
Model: DF475T
Electric Start: Yes
Fuel: Dual Fuel
Technology: Traditional open frame
Gas Starting Watts: 4750
Gas Running Watts: 3800
Propane Starting Watts: 4351
Propane: Running Watts: 3500
Weight (lbs): 105.8
Noise (dB): 69
A medium-power dual fuel open frame generator similar to the single (gas) fuelled WEN 56475, but with 120v and 240v outputs making it a good choice for powering essential equipment during an outage. It has an electric start and can be used with an RV and enhance other recreational activities.
Model: 1100T
Electric Start: Yes
Fuel: Dual Fuel
Technology: Traditional open frame
Gas Starting Watts: 11000
Gas Running Watts: 8300
Propane Starting Watts: 9500
Propane: Running Watts: 7500
Weight (lbs): 213.8
Noise (dB): 72
One of the more powerful models from WEN, it has some outstanding features such as dual fuel, 120/240v versatility and an electric start. It’s output can easily power lights, TV, refrigerator, sump pump, power tools, and other heavy-duty essentials. It’s an ideal emergency backup solution.
Model: 56475
Electric Start: Yes
Fuel: Gasoline
Technology: Traditional open frame
Gas Starting Watts: 4750
Gas Running Watts: 3750
Weight (lbs): 112.5
Noise (dB): 67
A medium-power and competitively priced open frame generator equipped that is equipped with an electric start. It’s fairly compact size makes it good for use with an RV and on camping trips. It can also act as an independent source for some home backup power during an emergency.
Model: 56380i
Electric Start: Yes
Fuel: Gasoline
Technology: Inverter
Gas Starting Watts: 3800
Gas Running Watts: 3400
Weight (lbs): 99.2
Noise (dB): 57
This WEN portable inverter has a lot going for it. It’s reasonably powerful, affordable, compact, lightweight, and quiet. Buyers include recreational users, boat and RV owners, and those who need to power basic equipment for short periods when access to the the grid is not possible.
Model: GP8000E
Electric Start: Yes
Fuel: Gasoline
Technology: Traditional open frame
Gas Starting Watts: 10000
Gas Running Watts: 8000
Weight (lbs): 198
Noise (dB): 0
The GP8000E offers impressive outputs that make it a favorite for emergency power or recreational use. It’s OHV engine is housed in a hardened 1.25 inch steel-tube cradle and comes with a large-capacity tank and fuel gauge, covered outlets, heavy-duty no-flat wheels, and a fold-down handle for easy transport.
Model: DS10000EH
Electric Start: Yes
Fuel: Dual Fuel
Technology: Traditional open frame
Gas Starting Watts: 8000
Gas Running Watts: 10000
Propane Starting Watts: 9500
Propane: Running Watts: 7600
Weight (lbs): 220
Noise (dB): 72
The DuroStar DS10000EH is produced by the DuroMax brand of generators and is the dual fuel version of the DuroStar DS10000E. Both these models rank in DuroStar upper-end power lineup. This variant is primarily for those who want lots of power plus dual fuel flexibility.
Model: DS10000E
Electric Start: Yes
Fuel: Gasoline
Technology: Traditional open frame
Gas Starting Watts: 8000
Gas Running Watts: 10000
Weight (lbs): 218
Noise (dB): 72
From the DuroMax brand, this DuroStar DS10000E is one of the most powerful gasoline-only devices in DuroStar’s lineup. It’s aimed largely at people who demand the security of plenty of home standby power when connected into their home, and for working on larger jobsites.
Model: XP5500EH
Electric Start: Yes
Fuel: Dual Fuel
Technology: Traditional open frame
Gas Starting Watts: 5500
Gas Running Watts: 4499
Propane Starting Watts: 5225
Propane: Running Watts: 4275
Weight (lbs): 124
Noise (dB): 69
The DuroMax XP5500EH is a dual fuel generator with medium power and 120v and 240v capabilities. It’s built with an all-metal construction for greater durability and reliability in tough conditions and could be your solution for some emergency backup, basic jobsite work, and recreational use.
Model: XP4850EH
Electric Start: Yes
Fuel: Dual Fuel
Technology: Traditional open frame
Gas Starting Watts: 4850
Gas Running Watts: 3850
Propane Starting Watts: 4608
Propane: Running Watts: 3658
Weight (lbs): 122
Noise (dB): 69
Designed to be a user-friendly and highly versatile dual fuel portable power unit to cater for any emergency. Its 212cc 4-stroke OHV engine can power lights, a refrigerator, and a smaller home air conditioner. It has an all-metal construction for durability in tough conditions.
Model: XP4400E
Electric Start: Yes
Fuel: Gasoline
Technology: Traditional open frame
Gas Starting Watts: 4400
Gas Running Watts: 3500
Weight (lbs): 122
Noise (dB): 69
This gas-powered generator is a dependable workhorse able to keep your lights on in a blackout. Its 4-stroke OHV 212cc engine provides enough output to power lights and a refrigerator and even a small home air conditioner. It has an electric start and is fairly compact. It may be ideal for those who don’t need anything bigger.
Model: XP15000E
Electric Start: Yes
Fuel: Gasoline
Technology: Traditional open frame
Gas Starting Watts: 15000
Gas Running Watts: 12000
Weight (lbs): 380
Noise (dB): 84
The XP15000E is the most powerful gas-powered generator produced by DuroMax. Its big and robust 713cc V-twin engine provides the sort of power you’ll find in a large fixed standby generator but offers you all the benefits of portability. It’s an ideal solution for home backup and jobsites and is perfect for anyone looking for a high-end power source.
Model: XP13000EH
Electric Start: Yes
Fuel: Dual Fuel
Technology: Traditional open frame
Gas Starting Watts: 13000
Gas Running Watts: 10500
Propane Starting Watts: 12350
Propane: Running Watts: 9975
Weight (lbs): 234
Noise (dB): 74
With dual duel capbility the DuroMax XP13000EH is a very powerful and flexible model. Powered by a 500cc OHV engine, it provides similar power to a fixed home standby units and can easily power your lights, small and large appliances, and your central A/C system.
Model: XP13000E
Electric Start: Yes
Fuel: Gasoline
Technology: Traditional open frame
Gas Starting Watts: 13000
Gas Running Watts: 10500
Weight (lbs): 234
Noise (dB): 74
The 13000XP is the largest and most powerful gasoline generator in the X Series. It has a robust DuroMax 500cc OHV engine and figures among the top solutions for whole home backup with power normally found in a home standby unit. It’s the sister of the dual fuel XP1300EH.
Model: XP12000EH
Electric Start: Yes
Fuel: Dual Fuel
Technology: Traditional open frame
Gas Starting Watts: 12000
Gas Running Watts: 9500
Propane Starting Watts: 11400
Propane: Running Watts: 9025
Weight (lbs): 224
Noise (dB): 69
This DuroMax could be the perfect home backup solution owing to its outstanding power and dual fuel versatility. With both 120v and 240v outlets, it will keep you powered through any storm and can handle heavy loads, from your lights and home appliances to your A/C unit. In short, this generator could meet all your home standby needs.
Model: 76533
Electric Start: Yes
Fuel: Dual Fuel
Technology: Traditional open frame
Gas Starting Watts: 4750
Gas Running Watts: 3800
Propane Starting Watts: 4275
Propane: Running Watts: 3420
Weight (lbs): 119
Noise (dB): 69
This is a reasonably powerful traditional portable generator from Champion Power Equipment. It has dual fuel technology giving it the flexibility not found in single fuel models. It can provide partial home backup, power equipment on job sites, and aslo be an additional power source for RV owners.
Model: 201004
Electric Start: Yes
Fuel: Gasoline
Technology: Traditional open frame
Gas Starting Watts: 9375
Gas Running Watts: 7500
Weight (lbs): 201.7
Noise (dB): 74
The Model 201004 is a powerful single fuel generator which can power much of your home for short periods when that becomes necessary. It has an electric star and is a good choice for working with multiple power tools and equipment on jobsites. If you are more interested in dual fuel, the Champion 100813 may be what you need..
Model: 100891
Electric Start: Yes
Fuel: Dual Fuel
Technology: Traditional open frame
Gas Starting Watts: 9375
Gas Running Watts: 7500
Propane Starting Watts: 8400
Propane: Running Watts: 6750
Weight (lbs): 207
Noise (dB): 74
The model 100891 is a powerful generator which incorporates an electric start and dual fuel. This makes it a highly versatile choice for independent power in a blackout or any other incident where you have no grid power. It could also be a good option for powering tools and equipment on a job site.
Model: 100813
Electric Start: Yes
Fuel: Gasoline
Technology: Traditional open frame
Gas Starting Watts: 9375
Gas Running Watts: 7500
Weight (lbs): 202.8
Noise (dB): 74
The Model 100813 is a powerful single fuel generator capable of powering much of your home for short periods when the grid goes down. It’s also a good choice for people working with multiple power tools and equipment on job sites. If you are more interested in dual fuel, the Champion Model 100891 may be an alternative option to consider.
Model: P4500
Electric Start: Yes
Fuel: Gasoline
Technology: Inverter
Gas Starting Watts: 4500
Gas Running Watts: 3700
Weight (lbs): 104
Noise (dB): 60
The PowerSmart Series™ P4500 is designed for more serious camping with an RV and other kinds of recreational use than the smaller P2400. It’s also a premium choice for partial home backup during emergencies and power outages. It comes with an electric start and CO Guard, a system to help warn you of dangerous carbon monoxide levels. And being an inverter, it’s okay to connect sensitive electronics.
Model: SC12000E
Electric Start: Yes
Fuel: Gasoline
Technology: Traditional open frame
Gas Starting Watts: 12000
Gas Running Watts: 9000
Weight (lbs): 216
Noise (dB): 78
The A-iPower SUA12000 has more than enough output to power your tools at a construction site, camping ground, or for your home appliances. It has a powerful 459 cc OHV 4 stroke engine and a large 7-gallon gasoline fuel tank to provide an average run time of 14 hours at 25% load. And it comes with electric start so you can get it going quickly and easily when you need to.