CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

DuroMax XP4400E VS. DuroStar DS4000S

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Winner:

DuroMax XP4400E

Reasons to buy DuroMax XP4400E:

  • button icon Has a powerful DUROMAX7 HP engine
  • button icon It provides the added power to run demanding high amperage tools and appliances
  • button icon Has surge arrest which protect your generator from power surges.
  • button icon Gas Powered Portable Generator
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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 XP4400E

  • Electric Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • CSA Certified
  • Voltmeter
DESIGN:
DRAW :
SAFETY:
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CONCLUSION
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Comparison Winner
DuroMax XP4400E

Reasons why we like it:

  • Electric Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • CSA Certified
  • Voltmeter
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COMPARISON – DuroMax XP4400E VS. DuroStar DS4000S

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Portable

Yes

Yes, it is a portable machine

Starting Watts

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

4,400 watts

Yes

4,000 watts

Running Stats

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

3,500 watts

Yes

3,300 watts

RV Ready

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

RV is ready

Yes

It is RV ready

Gas Powered

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

it runs on gas

Yes

Yes, it a gas powered machine since it uses gasoline

Run Time on Full Tank

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

11.46 Hours

Yes

8 hours at 50% load

Recoil Start

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Recoil start is optional

Yes

Yes, the generator is recoil started

Electric Start

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

The generator can be electrically started

No

Dual Fuel

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Yes, it uses dual fuel for its operations

No

FUEL TYPE

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Gasoline

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

29.17A / 14.58A

Yes

27.50A

VOLTAGE

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

120V / 240VAC & 12VDC

Yes

120 V

FREQUENCY

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

60Hz

Yes

60Hz

HORSEPOWER

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

7 HP

Yes

7 HP

ENGINE TYPE

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

4-Cycle Air-Cooled Spark-Ignition

Yes

4- Stroke

ENGINE SPEED

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Engine Speed 3600 Rpm

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

it is CARB complaint

Yes

Yes it is CARB complaint

CSA Certified

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

it is CARB complaint

No

EPA Certified

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

it is EPA certified

Yes

Yes, it is certified by the EPA

Cold Start Technology

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

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

Easy to Start

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Yes, the generator is easy to start since it provides two options to be started (electric /recoil)

Yes

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

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

3.96 Gallons

Yes

3.96 Gallons

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

11.6 hours

Yes

12.3 hours

Runtime (Propane)

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

The generator immediately shut-off after sensing that the oil is low

Yes

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

Air Cooled

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

it is air cooled which prevents engine damage

Yes

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

Engine Capacity

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

208 cc

Yes

208 cc

Voltmeter

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Yes it is available

No

Noise Level (dBA)

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

7Db, it has an auto throttle switch which deals with noise reduction

Yes

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

Multi-Purpose

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Yes, it can be used on job sites, recreations , home light

Yes

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

Heavy Duty

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

it is a heavy duty machine

Yes

Yes, it is a heavy duty machine

Solar Generator

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

Framed for Durability

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

the generator is framed for durability

Yes

Framed

Starting method

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Electric switch / recoil start

Yes

Recoil method

DuroMax XP4400E

DESIGN:

Open Frame

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Yes, it has got an open frame

Yes

it has got an open frame

Outlets

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Two 120V 20A GFCI Outlet and One 120/240V 30A Twist Lock

Yes

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

Portable

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Yes, it is a portable item which easies its transportation from place to place

Yes

it is a portable device

Weight

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

127LBS

Yes

105 LBS/

Wheel type

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Solid - fill wheels

Yes

N/A

Handle style

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Has Fold handles for easy transportation

Yes

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

Warranty

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

3 Years limited warranty

Yes

3 years factory warranty

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

Included Accessories

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Owner’s manual, spark plug wrench, wheel and handle kit, oil funnel, tool set and DC charging cables

Yes

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

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Yes, it shuts off to indicate low oil level

Yes

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

Low oil shutdown

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

The generator shuts down after sensing that the oil level is low which protects the engine

Yes

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

Noise Level

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

69 dB

Yes

69 dB

CONCLUSION

Pros

DuroMax XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

o It has got a powerful 7 Hp engine which is able to accept high wattage loads so easily. o Its operations are quiet since it has a heavy duty frame with four points which are fully isolated motor mounts. o You can opt to electric start it or recoil start making it easy to be used.

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 XP4400E
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

o It is bulky in terms of transportation o It produces a dangerous chemical (carbon dioxide) which is harmful to people’s lives. o It is noisy during operations hence causing noise pollution in the environment.

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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