Generators are produced in different sizes and with diverse specifications to respond to particular market and user needs. There are small, portable generators, and also those that can be pushed or pulled around on their own wheels or by using a small trailer. There are also huge generators which need to be housed in custom-built containers. Smaller generators are capable of producing a few hundred watts of power, while larger units can produces thousands of watts or even tens of thousands. Special generator models are popular for RV or boat needs.

The Honda generator is the most popular item of its kind throughout the world. A wide selection of Honda generators is available for specific commercial and consumer applications. The Honda generator is known for its quiet performance, which makes it ideal for recreation or emergencies. Commonly used for camping and at construction sites, the Honda generator is both durable and reliable.

The portable Honda generator is the type traditionally used for camping trips. It is a small and light generator which may be carried inside any kind of motor vehicle. There has been a recent increase in the demand of portable Honda generators intended for residential use. During storms, blackouts, and other situations in which main electrical power may be suspended, a portable Honda generator can supply the home with several hundred watts of power.

Another popular kind of product in this market is the gas generator. Like the portable electric generator, a gas generator can be used to supply a home or business with backup electricity. However, as opposed to a conventional gasoline or diesel-powered generator, this type can run virtually without interruption. A gas generator can be connected to a gas pipeline or a big gas tank in order to supply backup power for as long as it is necessary. It is common to find propane-powered generators in farms lying outside the electrical grid.