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Generac GB1000 vs Yoshino B2000 SST

What is the difference?

The Generac GB1000 has 1.6 kW of power, 3.2 kW peak, a 1.09 kWh battery. The Yoshino B2000 SST has 2 kW of power, a 1.33 kWh battery.

Both use lithium-ion (NMC) batteries.

The Generac GB1000 is rated for 800 cycles, the Yoshino B2000 SST is rated for 4000 cycles.

The Generac GB1000 takes up to 468 W from solar, the Yoshino B2000 SST takes up to 600 W from solar. The Yoshino B2000 SST charges faster from panels.

The Generac GB1000 weighs 29 lb, the Yoshino B2000 SST weighs 31 lb. The Generac GB1000 is easier to carry.

The Generac GB1000 charges from a wall outlet to 80 % in 2.1 h, the Yoshino B2000 SST charges from a wall outlet to 80 % in 50 min. The Yoshino B2000 SST is ready again sooner.

Specs side by side

Generac GB1000Yoshino B2000 SST
Capacity (Wh)10861326
Continuous (W)16002000
Peak (W)3200—
Solar input (W)468600
ChemistryNMCNMC
Cycles8004000
Expandable——
Weight (lb)2931
Warranty (yr)3—
Fridge run time20.5 h25 h
CPAP run time24.6 h30 h
Wi-Fi router run time71.7 h87.5 h
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Specs as read from manufacturer pages on 2026-10-28 / 2026-10-31. Specs one maker does not list are left out of the comparison. Run times are for that appliance alone with a typical duty cycle, after inverter and depth-of-discharge losses. Sponsored links; we may earn a commission.

Common questions

Which has more capacity, Generac GB1000 or Yoshino B2000 SST?

The Yoshino B2000 SST. More capacity: 1326 Wh vs 1086 Wh.

Which is lighter, Generac GB1000 or Yoshino B2000 SST?

The Generac GB1000. Lighter: 29 lb vs 31 lb.

Which charges faster from solar, Generac GB1000 or Yoshino B2000 SST?

The Yoshino B2000 SST. Faster solar charging: 600 W input vs 468 W input.

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