The Pulsar PG2300iS Portable Inverter Generator is no longer in our small generators guide. We have no field notes from our testers on it, so its score of 78 out of 100 is an editors' mark from the maker's specs and owner reports.
A cheap, compact gas unit that covers the basics, but the runtime is short and the build is budget.
A 2300 starting watt, 1800 running watt inverter with an 80cc engine, one of the least expensive ways into a quiet inverter.
Here's the inside scoop:
Below we break down how it scores on Value for Money, Output Power, Durability/Workmanship, Dependability and Reliability, Noise, where it falls short, and whether it is worth your money, from the maker's specs and owner reports.
Table of Contents
- Specs and Owner Reports
- Our Verdict: Pulsar PG2300iS Portable Inverter Generator
- Our Analysis From Specs and Owner Reports
- Should You Buy the Pulsar PG2300iS Portable Inverter Generator?
- What Other Small Generators Should You Consider?
- Specifications
- Conclusion: Pulsar PG2300iS Portable Inverter Generator
Specs and Owner Reports
Pulsar PG2300iS Portable Inverter Generator
Bottom Line : A cheap, compact gas unit that covers the basics, but the runtime is short and the build is budget.
Pros
- One of the cheaper units in its class
- Compact and light
- Parallel capable
Cons
- Short runtime, about 4.8 hr at half load
- This variant has no CO sensor
- Budget build and louder than rivals
Our Verdict: Pulsar PG2300iS Portable Inverter Generator
A cheap, compact gas unit that covers the basics, but the runtime is short and the build is budget.
A 2300 starting watt, 1800 running watt inverter with an 80cc engine, one of the least expensive ways into a quiet inverter.
The short answer:
Among the cheaper units in its class.
Owners praise its quiet operation and easy starting.
Owners report easy starting and quiet running, but the short runtime means frequent refuelling, and this variant has no carbon monoxide sensor.
Reasons to buy:
- One of the cheaper units in its class
- Compact and light
- Parallel capable
Reasons to avoid:
- Short runtime, about 4.8 hr at half load
- This variant has no CO sensor
- Budget build and louder than rivals
Our Analysis From Specs and Owner Reports
The Pulsar PG2300iS Portable Inverter Generator scored 78 out of 100 overall.
It is strongest on value for money and weakest on noise.
Here is how it scores on each metric, from the maker's specs and owner reports.
Value for Money
Among the cheaper units in its class.
Owners praise its quiet operation and easy starting.
Parallel capable if you later add a second unit.
Short runtime is the main compromise for the low price.
| Value for Money | Rating |
|---|---|
| Highest rated | 10/10 |
| Pulsar PG2300iS Portable Inverter Generator | 8/10 |
| Average | 7.5/10 |
| Lowest rated | 6/10 |
Output Power
1800 watts continuous, 2300 watts starting.
Runs a fridge, lights, and charging within reason, similar to the WEN.
The result?
Not enough to start an RV air conditioner on its own.
Pure sine wave output, safe for laptops and phones.
| Output Power | Rating |
|---|---|
| Highest rated | 8/10 |
| Pulsar PG2300iS Portable Inverter Generator | 7/10 |
| Average | 7.4/10 |
| Lowest rated | 6/10 |
Durability/Workmanship
80cc engine and budget housing, built to a low price.
Fit and finish are basic compared with the Honda or Yamaha.
Fine for occasional camping and backup rather than heavy use.
| Durability/Workmanship | Rating |
|---|---|
| Highest rated | 10/10 |
| Pulsar PG2300iS Portable Inverter Generator | 6/10 |
| Average | 7.4/10 |
| Lowest rated | 6/10 |
Dependability and Reliability
Owner reports are mostly positive for a budget unit but include some quality-control misses.
The B00YFT914I listing is the G2319N variant, which lacks the CO sensor found on the PG2300iSCO.
No fuel shutoff on this variant, so drain the fuel before long storage to avoid clogs.
| Dependability and Reliability | Rating |
|---|---|
| Highest rated | 10/10 |
| Pulsar PG2300iS Portable Inverter Generator | 6/10 |
| Average | 7.4/10 |
| Lowest rated | 6/10 |
Noise
Rated about 59 dBA, on the louder side for its class.
Quieter than open-frame generators but clearly audible at a campsite.
Louder than quieter inverters such as the Honda at a similar load.
| Noise | Rating |
|---|---|
| Highest rated | 10/10 |
| Pulsar PG2300iS Portable Inverter Generator | 6/10 |
| Average | 7.8/10 |
| Lowest rated | 5/10 |
Should You Buy the Pulsar PG2300iS Portable Inverter Generator?
A cheap, compact gas unit that covers the basics, but the runtime is short and the build is budget.
It is best suited to buyers on the tightest budget who need occasional light power.
Now for the good news:
The big win: One of the cheaper units in its class.
The main compromise: Short runtime, about 4.8 hr at half load.
Our editors' mark is 78 out of 100.
What Other Small Generators Should You Consider?
Our testers ran these small generators, and they are in our best small generators guide:
- WEN 56225i: our best small generator for the money.
- Honda EU2200i: our best small generator for power outages.
- A-iPower SC2000i: our best small generator for tailgating.
- Westinghouse iGen2800DFc: our best small generator for home.
- PowerSmart 2500: our best cheap small generator.
Specifications
| Running watts | 1800 W |
| Starting watts | 2300 W |
| Noise | about 59 dBA |
| Runtime at 1/2 load | up to 4.8 hr |
| Fuel tank | 1.18 gal |
| Fuel | Gasoline |
| Engine | 80cc OHV |
| Parallel capable | Yes |
Conclusion: Pulsar PG2300iS Portable Inverter Generator
This model is no longer part of our small generators guide.
Its standout strength: One of the cheaper units in its class.
On the flip side:
The main thing to weigh before you buy: Short runtime, about 4.8 hr at half load.
Still comparing? See our best small generators guide, which now holds three units our testers ran.
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The cheaper, older Pulsar PG1202S has its own review. For every type of generator, start at our best generators guide.
Editor's Note, 31 October 2026: The Pulsar PG2300iS is no longer in our best small generators guide. We have no field notes from our testers on it, so we replaced it with three units they ran: the A-iPower SC2000i, the Westinghouse iGen2800DFc and the PowerSmart 2500. We removed the award and the testing language from this page; the write-up rests on the maker's specs and owner reports.
Editor's Note, 17 October 2026: We removed the star rating and review count we had copied from a retailer's page. The only ratings on this page are our own.
Editor's Note, 29 September 2026: We replaced the test-team quote on this page with what owners report, because it did not come from our own testing.
