Small Generators For Camping

Flat phone, warm drinks or a fridge that needs reliable power? Small generators for camping can keep the essentials running without bringing more generator than you need. Explore our generators australia range and find a compact petrol inverter generator suited to your camping setup and power needs.

Which Small Generator Suits Your Style of Camping?

The right size comes down to your camping setup and power needs. Smaller outputs are generally lighter and easier to carry, while stepping up in output usually means a heavier generator.

Weekend Swag and Tent Camps

For short trips with modest power needs, a small camping generator can be a practical choice. If you mainly want to keep basic camp equipment powered, look towards the smaller end of the range.

Our options include petrol inverter generators from Champion, Hyundai, Westinghouse, Briggs & Stratton and Welling & Crossley.

Camper Trailers and Longer Stays

A compact camping generator can also suit camper trailers and longer stays, but your power requirements may be higher. Consider everything you plan to run and check its running and starting watts before choosing your generator.

What a Small Generator Can Run at Camp

Wondering how much generator you actually need? Rather than relying on appliance type alone, check the power requirements of everything you plan to use and leave some headroom.

Lights and Device Charging

For basic camping needs such as lighting and device charging, you may not need to jump straight to a larger generator. A smaller-output model can make sense when your overall power requirements are modest.

Running a Camp Fridge

Choosing a small petrol generator for camping to run a fridge requires a little more care. Check the fridge label for its running watts and starting watts, as the power required when the compressor starts can be higher than its normal running demand.

When a Small Generator Isn't Enough

Sometimes moving up in generator size is the more practical option. This is particularly important when you want to power several appliances or equipment with higher starting requirements.

Heavy Loads and Starting Surges

Add up the running watts of appliances you intend to use together and check their starting watts. Choose a generator with enough capacity for these requirements while leaving some headroom rather than sizing too closely to the limit.

When It's Time to Go Bigger

If your appliances or caravan setup require more power than a small generator can comfortably provide, consider a larger generator instead. Matching generator output to your actual requirements will help narrow down the right size.

For safe use, run your generator outdoors, well away from tents, awnings and vehicles, never inside a tent, and always check campground rules.