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Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator VS. DuroMax XP8500E

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Winner:

DuroMax XP8500E

Reasons to buy DuroMax XP8500E:

  • button icon Has low oil indicator which prevents engine damage.
  • button icon Has a super quiet exhaust with a built in spark arrestor which minimize sound.
  • button icon Multi-purpose
  • button icon Has a powerful DUROMAX engine
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Runners Up:

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator

Reasons to buy Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator :

  • button icon Has got plenty of power
  • button icon Has 3 year limited factory warranty
  • button icon Has good power out put
  • button icon It is multipurpose _ hunting, boating, family vacation, weekend trips.
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

DuroMax XP8500E

  • Electric Start
  • Easy to Start
DESIGN:
WINNER :

DuroMax XP8500E

  • Wheel type
SAFETY:
DRAW :
CONCLUSION
DRAW :
Comparison Winner
DuroMax XP8500E

Reasons why we like it:

  • Electric Start
  • Easy to Start
  • Wheel type
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COMPARISON – Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator VS. DuroMax XP8500E

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

It is a portable machine

Yes

It is a portable generator

Starting Watts

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

1500 watts

Yes

8,500 watts

Running Stats

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

1200 watts

Yes

7,000watts

RV Ready

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

RV is ready

Yes

RV Ready

Gas Powered

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

It is a gas powered machine

Yes

Yes, it is a gas powered generator

Run Time on Full Tank

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

10 hours

Yes

8 hours

Recoil Start

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

Yes, you just need to pull the provided area and the generator goes on

Yes

Yes, can be used as backup if the battery is not fully charged

Electric Start

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
No

Yes

Yes, it can be started with electricity

Dual Fuel

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

It uses only gas

Yes

Gasoline

FUEL TYPE

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

Gasoline

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

10.0A

Yes

58.33A / 29.17A

VOLTAGE

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

120 volts

Yes

120V / 240VAC & 12VDC

FREQUENCY

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

60Hz

Yes

60 Hz

HORSEPOWER

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

2.7 HP

Yes

Yes, it features a 16 horsepower

ENGINE TYPE

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

4-stroke

Yes

4-Cycle Air-Cooled Spark-Ignition

ENGINE SPEED

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

3600RPM

Yes

3600RPM

CARB Compliant

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

It is CARB complaint

Yes

It is not carb complaint so it cannot be used in California

CSA Certified

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
No

No

EPA Certified

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

It is certified by EPA

Yes

It is approved by the EPA

Cold Start Technology

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

Yes, it uses cold start technology in order to ensure quick start in cold weather

Yes

Yes, it is available to ensure a quick and easy start in areas where the weather is unpredictable

Easy to Start

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
No

Yes

Yes, it is easy to start because it is equipped with both electric start and recoil start options

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

1.9 gallons

Yes

7.9 gallons

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

11.0 hours

Yes

11.5 hours at 1/2 load

Runtime (Propane)

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

Yes, the machine shuts down after sensing that the oil levels are low

Yes

The generator shuts off when it senses that the oil level is low

Air Cooled

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

Yes, it is an air cooled machine

Yes

Yes, it is air cooled

Engine Capacity

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

80 cc

Yes

420 cc

Voltmeter

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

Has a voltmeter which allows you to easily monitor power output anytime.

Yes

Yes, its available

Noise Level (dBA)

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

65.0 dB from 23feets

Yes

72 decibel range when loaded

Multi-Purpose

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

It is multipurpose since it is good for Campsite, Emergency Use, Recreation, Tailgating

Yes

Yes, it can be used in camps, running home machines like cookers, for lights

Heavy Duty

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

It is a heavy duty machine since it can be used for charging the battery, Lights, Mobile Devices, Small Appliances and Small Electronics

Yes

Yes, it can perform heavy duties

Solar Generator

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
No

No

Framed for Durability

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

Available

Yes

Framed

Starting method

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

Recoil start

Yes

Recoil or electric

DuroMax XP8500E

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

Has an open frame

Yes

Yes, it has got an open frame

Outlets

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

(one)-120v 20A (5-20R) covered outlet

Yes

(4)120V 20A GFCI Outlet, (1)120/240V 30A Twist Lock and (1) 10A 12V utility connector

Portable

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

It is a portable device since it has got handles which ease its transportation

Yes

Yes it is portablefor easy relocation

Weight

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

56.7 lb

Yes

210 LBS

Wheel type

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
No

Yes

Solid-fill wheels

Handle style

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

It has got to handles which makes it easy to be carried by two people and hence easing its transportation

Yes

It has foldable handles

Warranty

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

3 years

Yes

3 years

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
No

No

Included Accessories

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

Oil funnel and a spark plug tool

Yes

Oil funnel, spark plug wrench, tool set,Wheel & Handle Kit, DC Charging Cables and owner’s manual .

DuroMax XP8500E

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

The generator shuts down automatically indicating low oil levels

Yes

Yes, it has got the oil warning flash which flashes before the low oil shut-down feature takes effect.

Low oil shutdown

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

It shuts down after sensing that the oil level is low

Yes

It is designed with a low oil shut-off sensor which prevents the engine from being damaged when oil levels become too low.

Noise Level

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

65.0 dB from 23feets

Yes

72 dB(A)

CONCLUSION

Pros

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

• It uses cold start technology which ensures start up in harsh weather conditions. • It is designed for safety with a convenient push-to-reset circuit breaker and a low oil shut-off sensor. • It has a 3-year limited warranty and FREE lifetime technical support.

Yes

• It is a portable equipment which enables easy transportation from one location. • It has got the never flat tires that are versatile. • it has got a variety of outlets and the unit can be easily transported with the attached wheel kit. • It runs on gas which is a convenient fuel because its readily available and so easy to store. • It has a super quiet exhaust with a built in spark arrestor which minimizes sound.

Cons

Champion 1200 Watt Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

• It is not recommended for emergency home backup for powering air conditioners, stoves, furnaces or sump pumps. • It produces noise during operation causing noise pollution. • It does not have wheels which hinders its transportation.

Yes

• The generator is not CARB complaint_ it cannot be used in countries like California. • Its noise levels are a bit higher than the desired.

Overall Winner

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