Complete house generators are permanently connected to your electric system and, if you buy a big enough unit, can supply all your energy needs Portable generators are rope started, like lawnmowers however some have starters similiar to lawnmowers Home generators are usually driven either by an attached gasoline or gas-powered engine or a portable power source such as a tractor

Onan generator's are one type of machine you can buy., of 10'000 watts or more are not considered portable in my opinion wattage and generator issues are usually engine related and not electrical troubles. Power plant are for power outages that last for more than an estimated few hours.

The wattage is the most important consideration in buying a portable set..

Power plant troubles and or problems can be solved by a visit to the repair shop..

A power supplier's data plate indicates the proper usage according to watts..