Briggs & Stratton P2500 PowerSmart Series Inverter Generator | 2.5kVA

Plenty. At 2.0kW continuous and 2.5kVA peak, it'll handle a fridge, power tools, phone and laptop chargers, a small air compressor, or camping gear without breaking a sweat. It's not built for a full home during a blackout, but for a job site, campsite, or caravan it's hard to beat. The inverter output (THD under 3%) also means it's safe to run sensitive electronics like laptops and CPAP machines.

Briggs & Stratton rate it at 8 hours at 25% load on its 5.5L tank. In real-world use - running tools on a job site or keeping the caravan powered overnight - expect something closer to 4-6 hours depending on what you've got plugged in. The PowerSmart throttle mode helps stretch the tank by dropping engine speed when demand is low.

It's consistently well-regarded for its size and price point. The key things people highlight are the quiet operation (58dBA at 7m - about the same as normal conversation), the CO Guard safety shutdown, and the clean inverter power. It's heavier than some rivals at 22.7kg, but that's manageable for one person with the carry handle. For tradies and campers wanting reliability from a recognised brand, it's a solid buy.

It comes with a 3-year manufacturer's warranty from Briggs & Stratton. That covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. True Gear ships it Australia-wide and we're here to help if you ever need to sort a warranty claim.

Out of the box you get the generator, operator's manual, spark plug wrench, pre-filled engine oil, and a 12V DC charging cable. Oil's already in it so you can get it running quickly - just add fuel and go.

Yes. The P2500 is QPT parallel-ready, which means you can link two units together to effectively double your output. That's useful if you need more grunt on site or want redundancy at a remote camp. You'll need a compatible parallel cable kit to connect them.