Some of the most high spec generators are beyond the reach of many householders. Our reviewers have found that the following machines from Briggs & Stratton, Generac and Kohler are the best cheap standby generators. Not only are they within a more accessible price range, but they powerful enough and efficient enough for safe and convenient usage in the average household.

Our guide to the best value for money cheap backup generator units features great generator options from such leading brandnames in power backup as Firman, Generac, Powermate and Champion Power Equipment.

Our team assessed a rang of relatively inexpensive petrol generators, examining their return on investment, and compiled this roundup of the most reliable and best cheap petrol generator units.