Generators

Generators in Singapore

Updated 4 November 2026

A generator in Singapore costs from about S$366 for a small petrol unit, around S$1,200 for a 5 kW petrol model and from about S$1,500 for diesel. Automatic home standby sets start near S$6,000 in current listings. The quickest way to see today's prices and stock is to send your request on BlaBlaPrice.

Warranty and emission rules

Many generator sets carry a standard one-year warranty that starts from the delivery date. Most warranties cover labour and parts for manufacturing defects, usually on condition that the unit is serviced as the maker asks. Ask the seller to put the warranty period in writing. For diesel units, a dealer's guide says that every new off-road diesel engine used in Singapore, generators included, has had to meet an accepted emission standard since 1 July 2012, so check the emission compliance of any imported unit. If you want a standby set that feeds a building, ask the installer about the Singapore Standard code of practice for mains failure standby generating systems.

Season and where to run it

Singapore has no winter, so generator demand does not follow the seasons of colder countries. November falls in the wetter part of the year, when many households and small businesses start looking for backup power. Heat matters more than cold here: an engine needs air to cool and exhaust fumes need to leave, so a set should stand outdoors or in a well-ventilated area, never in a closed room.

Delivery and how prices are quoted

Buyers in Singapore, Tampines, Jurong West, Woodlands and Ang Mo Kio can ask sellers for delivery to their address. The listed price is usually for the unit itself. Power is given in kW or kVA, and listings show 230V output, with some models also offering 110V for tools, so check the voltage your appliances need and that the set gives 50 Hz. Petrol units cost less to buy than diesel, so fuel type is the first choice to settle. Ask whether delivery, installation and the electric starter are included in the price.

What to write in your request

Say how much power you need in kW and whether you want petrol or diesel. Mention whether you need an electric starter, a battery, or a single-phase or three-phase set, and name the model if you already know it. Add whether you want new or used, the warranty you need and your budget. A short description such as "keep a fridge and lights running during power cuts" or "power for site tools" helps sellers recommend the right size.

Create a request on BlaBlaPrice for free and describe what you need in your own words, adding a photo if it helps. BlaBlaPrice's AI asks for missing details, looks through sellers' websites and price lists in Singapore, and shows the prices and businesses it found. Registered sellers reply in the chat with their price, terms and delivery, and your contacts stay hidden until you choose to share them. You can also compare backup power and portable power stations before you decide.