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Generac 22kW review

Generac 22kW Whole Home Standby Generator with 200-Amp Transfer Switch (7325)

By Tom Calder

Our verdict · Researched
4.0 / 5

Twenty-two kilowatts with a 200-amp transfer switch. On its listed rating it clears DTE Energy's 18,000-watt starting figure for a 3-ton central air conditioner with about 4,000 watts to spare for the fridge, lights and other loads running at the same time. The listing adds oil level sensors and cold-weather starting features, and like the rest of the range it starts itself within seconds of an outage on propane or natural gas.

Best for
A whole home with central air
Skip it if
You don't need central air in an outage
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as of Nov 14, 2026, 5:36 PM ET · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.com at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
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Researched, not used. We haven't used this product. This review is built from the maker's specifications, owner reports and our own sizing.

What we like

  • Headroom to start a 3-ton central air conditioner
  • 200-amp transfer switch included
  • Oil level sensors and cold-start support

Worth knowing

  • 451 lb: a pad, gas line and licensed install are part of the cost
  • Overkill if you only need the essentials

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Who shouldn't buy this

Don't buy it if you don't need central air in an outage: the 14 kW covers the essentials for less.

Key specs

Rated output (listing)22,000 W
Transfer switch200 amp, included
FuelPropane (LP) or natural gas
Weight451 lb
Warranty5-year limited
How this review works

This is a Researched review: we haven't used this product. We check every specification against at least two independent sources, re-check the US price on a schedule where we can track it automatically, and say plainly who it isn't for. Commissions never change a rating.

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