I have a Predator 3500 that runs two fridges, and a few other assorted things. The coffee maker is the biggest draw.
I also have a generac 7500 that would run the whole house, but its just easier to run the small one.
I have a Predator 3500, and I love it. I bought it from a guy on here for less than retail, with 8 hours on it. At the time, I wasn't sure I would use it much, but the last storm it was a real comfort.
I ran 2 fridges, lights, coffee maker and power tools on it and had plenty of reserve...
the nest camera's and ring doorbell work well for me. They are all direct power, and wifi, so it limits your range, but the motion sensors and night vision are excellent.
I had an older dvr unit with wired cameras at my old house, the newer technology is way better and alerts right to your...