CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

DuroMax XP8500E VS. Briggs and Stratton 30713

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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:

Briggs and Stratton 30713

Reasons to buy Briggs and Stratton 30713 :

  • button icon Portable Generator with Wheels
  • button icon 12 HOURS OF RUNTIME
  • button icon EASY TO USE CONTROL PANEL
  • button icon Has a power surge alternator
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

DuroMax XP8500E

  • RV Ready
  • Recoil Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • ENGINE TYPE
  • EPA Certified
  • Voltmeter
  • Starting method
DESIGN:
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SAFETY:
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CONCLUSION
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Comparison Winner
DuroMax XP8500E

Reasons why we like it:

  • RV Ready
  • Recoil Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • ENGINE TYPE
  • EPA Certified
  • Voltmeter
  • Starting method
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COMPARISON – DuroMax XP8500E VS. Briggs and Stratton 30713

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

It is a portable generator

Yes

Portable Generator with Wheels. 10-INCH WHEELS FOR PORTABILITY

Starting Watts

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

8,500 watts

Yes

5000 watts

Running Stats

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

7,000watts

Yes

Runs of 6250 watts – very powerful wattage

RV Ready

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

RV Ready

No

Gas Powered

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Yes, it is a gas powered generator

Yes

Works using gasoline

Run Time on Full Tank

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

8 hours

Yes

Long run time of 12 hours on 1/2 load

Recoil Start

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

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

No

Electric Start

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Yes, it can be started with electricity

Yes

Electric start - Easy to operate control panel

Dual Fuel

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Gasoline

No

FUEL TYPE

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Gasoline

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

58.33A / 29.17A

Yes

N/A

VOLTAGE

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

120V / 240VAC & 12VDC

Yes

120 Voltage

FREQUENCY

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

N/A

HORSEPOWER

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Yes, it features a 16 horsepower

Yes

N/A

ENGINE TYPE

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

4-Cycle Air-Cooled Spark-Ignition

No

ENGINE SPEED

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

3600RPM

Yes

389 cc engine type – heavy duty

CARB Compliant

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

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

Yes

N/A

CSA Certified

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

No

EPA Certified

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

It is approved by the EPA

No

Cold Start Technology

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

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

Yes

N/A

Easy to Start

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

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

Yes

Press on the button to start. Easy to use control panel with quick guides

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

7.9 gallons

Yes

5 gallon fuel tank. Delivers 12 hours of uninterrupted runtime

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

11.5 hours at 1/2 load

Yes

Takes 12 hours running after a 1/2 load. Keeps you connected during long power shortages

Runtime (Propane)

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

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

Yes

Created with low oil shut off function. Prevents accidents when oil is at minimum

Air Cooled

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Yes, it is air cooled

Yes

Yes – generator uses the Overhead Valve (OHV) to get air cooled

Engine Capacity

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

420 cc

Yes

389 cc engine capacity

Voltmeter

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Yes, its available

No

Noise Level (dBA)

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

72 decibel range when loaded

Yes

Noise Level

Multi-Purpose

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

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

Yes

Can be used for multi-purpose – RV ready, camping, sites and homes

Heavy Duty

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Yes, it can perform heavy duties

Yes

Power surge alternator – generator can power up both small and large electric appliances during power outages

Solar Generator

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

No

Framed for Durability

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Framed

Yes

Is framed for durability

Starting method

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Recoil or electric

No

DuroMax XP8500E

DESIGN:

Open Frame

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Yes, it has got an open frame

Yes

Has an open frame

Outlets

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

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

Yes

(4) 120V household outlets and (1) 120/240V, 30A locking outlet – ideal for portable power usage

Portable

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Yes it is portablefor easy relocation

Yes

Generator can be moved to any place.

Weight

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

210 LBS

Yes

187 pounds

Wheel type

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Solid-fill wheels

Yes

Never go flat wheels – 10 inches makes to easy to climb multiple surfaces

Handle style

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

It has foldable handles

Yes

Fold up handle style – ideal for storage especially in places with little space

Warranty

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

3 years

Yes

N/A

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

No

Included Accessories

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

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

Yes

Comes with engine oil, operators manual and a quick start up and shutdown guide

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

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

Yes

Has an hour meter – shows the amount of time remaining for automatic shut down for low oil

Low oil shutdown

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

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

Yes

Yes, generator will go off once low has reached minimum in fuel tank

Noise Level

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

72 dB(A)

Yes

N/A

CONCLUSION

Pros

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
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.

Yes

- Outlets built with rubber covers that guards against elements - 10 inch never go flat solid wheels that can easily climb over any surface - A long runtime of 12 hours to keep you powered during power shortages - Features a power surge alternator that created a short surge power required to start large and small appliances and tools - A fold up handle with rubber details to prevent slipping off hands - High quality metallic fuel tank with a 5 gallon capacity - Portable generator that can be transported to any place without difficulty - Comes with engine oil, manual and easy start and stop guide - Built with a multi featured control panel that has a circuit breaker protection - Its overhead Valve (OHV) technology helps the generator to run cooler and longer - Heavy duty 389 cc engine type that is reliable and long lasting - Generator has been framed for durability - High start of 6250 watts and operation of 5000 watts - Suitable for portable power needs with its 4 120V household outlets and 1 120/240V, 30A locking outlet - Built for multi-purpose because it is RV ready, camping and homes - Contains a low oil shut down to save engine from damage - Great design that easily blends with décor - Built with an open frame design

Cons

DuroMax XP8500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
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.

Yes

- Not created for solar usage – no direct sun charge - Uses only one type of fuel – might be costly - Does not recoil to start running - Might be hard to carry in places wheels cannot maneuver over - Uses gasoline which is inflammable

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