Blue Max GEN1250 Gas Powered Generator Review

If you're looking for a generator aimed at the recreational market - such as for use when camping, holidaying, or powering your work tools perhaps - the Blue Max GEN1250 is definitely in the right category.

It doesn't look like much, and it doesn't have all the bells and whistles that you may have come to expect from a more premium branded product - but the most important thing (whether it works or not) has definitely been figured out.

We took a closer look at the GEN1250 by trialling it ourselves. Our findings have been included below.

Blue Max GEN1250 Specifications & Features

Power Output
Via the 2 horsepower engine, you'll be provided with a modest 1,250 watts of power from this generator. That's certainly not enough to cover the entire house if there is a power cut - however it will provide you with reliable power to a single, or multiple small appliances.

The generator is also smaller overall than many other similarly spec'd home generators. The dimensions for this model are 14.4 x 17.1 x 14.7 inches, in the order or height, length, and width.

Engine Details
The Blue Max GEN1250 gets its power from the 2 cycle, 2 horsepower engine. Unfortunately, this engine does not meet the highly strict CARB criteria, and therefore cannot be purchased from California.

Despite this, the engine produces clean energy with a series of internal filters - which should keep the neighbors happy as well. Thinking of the neighbors - they'll be kept happy with the noise level also - which is just 65dB.

The gas tank on this machine holds only 1 gallon - but this should be enough to last for 6 hours when running the machine on 50% power.

Onboard Technology
Because of the nature of the Blue Max GEN1250, you won't find many technological revolutions on this model. This is simply because 1,250 watt home generator is not the right product for trialling new and innovate things out on.

Despite this, buyers will probably appreciate the clean output of the machine. There is very little exhaust produced by the GEN1250 - and most of the harmful fumes / particles that are omitted are immediately captured again by the onboard filters.

Our Rating of Blue Max GEN1250 Gas Powered Generator
The Blue Max GEN1250 gets 4 stars from us. Buyers will need to be fully aware of the 1,250 watt power level - and will have to be sure that they are buying it for the right reasons to avoid disappointment - i.e. not expecting to run the entire house off it.

With a price tag under $200 though - the GEN1250 does provide good value for money - and is sure to be around for the long term with its sturdy and durable construction materials.

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