Sure the Northern is cheaper , get their specs on voltage swing % and
sign wave and voltage stabilation, if any. Honda EU can last 4 times as
long since motor operation Rpm is voltage dependant. You will get
superior electronics with probably any honda. Honda EU are also much
lighter as the gen is part of the motor. Also Honda sells 2 grades of
motors. Northern will help as they sell both. But if you have the $
look into Onan, Kohler, Yamaha. And dont forget DB ratings, sound
level. Many are loud, EU series you may not even hear at 30ft. My
Generac can be heard 3000 ft away. There are many other online dealers
that just specialise in generators, Northern is very limited in what
they offer. If I were to do it again Id go Honda EU. Unregulated units
can swing 35% in V and HZ, regulated apx 6-7% , Honda EU 1% = grid
power. You really get what you pay for. I personaly would not even run
a TV on unregulated gens. My friend blew out 3