CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

DuroMax XP10000E VS. DuroStar DS4000S

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Winner:

DuroMax XP10000E

Reasons to buy DuroMax XP10000E:

  • button icon Has got a super betray
  • button icon MX2 TECHNOLOGY
  • button icon Has automatic low oil shut off which protects the engine.
  • button icon Has a powerful engine
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Runners Up:

DuroStar DS4000S

Reasons to buy DuroStar DS4000S :

  • button icon Portable Generator
  • button icon Start-Camping & RV Ready
  • button icon 4,000 starting watts and 3,300 running watts
  • button icon High voltage appliances to heavy duty power tools
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

DuroMax XP10000E

  • Electric Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • Voltmeter
DESIGN:
WINNER :

DuroMax XP10000E

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
DRAW :
CONCLUSION
DRAW :
Comparison Winner
DuroMax XP10000E

Reasons why we like it:

  • Electric Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • Voltmeter
  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
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COMPARISON – DuroMax XP10000E VS. DuroStar DS4000S

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

it is a portable machine

Yes

Yes, it is a portable machine

Starting Watts

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

10,000 watts

Yes

4,000 watts

Running Stats

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

8,000 watts

Yes

3,300 watts

RV Ready

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

RV is ready

Yes

It is RV ready

Gas Powered

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

the generator is gas powered

Yes

Yes, it a gas powered machine since it uses gasoline

Run Time on Full Tank

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

8 hours running on gas

Yes

8 hours at 50% load

Recoil Start

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

it is available but optional

Yes

Yes, the generator is recoil started

Electric Start

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

it can be started by connecting it in electricity

No

Dual Fuel

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

it can run on either gas or electricity

No

FUEL TYPE

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Gasoline

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

66.5A / 33.3A

Yes

27.50A

VOLTAGE

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

120V / 240VAC & 12VDC

Yes

120 V

FREQUENCY

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

16 Hz

Yes

60Hz

HORSEPOWER

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

18HP

Yes

7 HP

ENGINE TYPE

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

4-CYCLE AIR-COOLED SPARK-IGNITION

Yes

4- Stroke

ENGINE SPEED

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

3600 RPM

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

it is CARB complaint

Yes

Yes it is CARB complaint

CSA Certified

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

EPA Certified

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

it is EPA certified

Yes

Yes, it is certified by the EPA

Cold Start Technology

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

it is available to enable quick start in cold weather conditions

Yes

It uses cold start technology in order to be able to perform in cold weather.

Easy to Start

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

the generator is easy to start since it is provided with two starting methods.

Yes

Yes, it is easy to start because it has got only one start type

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

8.3 Gallons at 50% load

Yes

3.96 Gallons

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

10.4 hours

Yes

12.3 hours

Runtime (Propane)

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

the generator automatically shut off when oil levels are low

Yes

Yes, it has a low oil shut off which protects the engine

Air Cooled

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

the generator is air cooled

Yes

Yes, it is air cooled since it has got a forced air cooling system

Engine Capacity

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

420 cc

Yes

208 cc

Voltmeter

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

it has a voltmeter and 12V DC charging posts for charging external batteries.

No

Noise Level (dBA)

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

72dba

Yes

69Db-it has got two pairs of isolated motor mounts which reduce noise levels

Multi-Purpose

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

it is a multi-purpose machine that can power house hold essential like lights, small and large appliances plus home AC system

Yes

it is multi-purpose since it can serve as a household backup generator as well as a construction power source

Heavy Duty

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

It can operate on heavy duty

Yes

Yes, it is a heavy duty machine

Solar Generator

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

Framed for Durability

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

it is available

Yes

Framed

Starting method

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Recoil / electric starting method

Yes

Recoil method

DuroMax XP10000E

DESIGN:

Open Frame

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

it has got an open frame

Yes

it has got an open frame

Outlets

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

(2)120V 20A GFCI Outlet, (1) 120V 30A Twist Lock, (1) 120/240V 30A Twist Lock and (1)120/240V 50A Heavy Duty Outlet

Yes

Two 120V 20A GFCI Outlet and one 120 30A Twist Lock

Portable

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

it is portable because it is movable to any desired place on its tires

Yes

it is a portable device

Weight

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

2260 LBS

Yes

105 LBS/

Wheel type

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Solid fill wheels

Yes

N/A

Handle style

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Fold handle

Yes

two practical handles which enables it to be carried easily to anywhere

Warranty

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

3 years

Yes

3 years factory warranty

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

40" L x 29" W x 27.5" H

No

Included Accessories

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Oil Funnel, Spark Plug Wrench, Tool Set, DC Charging Cables, Wheel & Handle Kit and Owner's Manual

Yes

Oil funnel, sparkplug wrench, tool set and owner’s manual

DuroMax XP10000E

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

It shuts down indicating low oil levels

Yes

it has got an oil warning light which indicating low oil level

Low oil shutdown

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Yes, the generator automatically shuts down when oil levels are low

Yes

Yes, the generator shuts down automatically after sensing that the oil level is low

Noise Level

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

7 Db

Yes

69 dB

CONCLUSION

Pros

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

• It is easy to transfer and store since it is portable and weighs 249 pounds and has a flip- up stow away handle which allows you to store the machine easily. • The unit has got more than enough outlet which facilitates all your charging needs. • It operates with a reduced noise at 72 Db • it has got a High Quality 12V 18Ah battery which enables it to operate for longer hours. • It has got a fully loaded power panel which includes 120/240-Volt heavy duty outlet, 120-Volt twist lock outlet, 12-Volt DC output, 120/240-Volt twist lock outlet, and two 120-Volt household outlets, allows you to be prepared for almost any use.

Yes

• This generator has got 4000 surge watts which make it good for powering large appliances or power tools. • It has got a powerful 7HP engine which provides plenty of power to handle many jobs from powering high voltage appliances to heavy duty power tools. • It has got motor stabilizerswhich lowers the noise level for a substantial amount. • It has is designed with in built voltmeter which is a great addition for people with sensitive devices. • It has a super quiet muffle which reduces engine noise. • It has full power panel with oil warning light, voltmeter, circuit breaker and power outlets.

Cons

DuroMax XP10000E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

• Its cost price is so high making it unaffordable • The generator is a potential source of electric shocks if not kept dry hence leading to harm or death. • It uses gas which is highly flammable and explosive, hence in case of gas ignition, you may be burnt or injured.

Yes

• The generator has no RV ready outlet meaning that a manual connection must be made. • It is a heavy machine since it weighs 102 pounds hence making it not easy to be relocated. • Recoil starting is time consuming which delays work.

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