DuroMax XP8500EH-vs-All Power America G1200

COMPARISON – DuroMax XP8500EH VS. All Power America G1200

Portable

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

This generator is a dual fuel portable generator.it can be carried to different places and make sure you always have a power backup with you.

Yes

69 pounds – can be easily carried both indoors and outdoors by a single person.

Starting Watts

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

8,500 starting watts

Yes

1600 watts

Running Stats

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

7,000 running watts

Yes

1200 watts

RV Ready

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

This generator is RV Ready which means it has a travel trailer outlet which can be plugged in to your generator without a need for a separate adapter.

Yes

Comes with solid handle and dual outlets – G1200 is RV ready

Gas Powered

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

It is gas powered, and can run on either gasoline or propane.

Yes

Runs on gas

Run Time on Full Tank

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

Up to 11.5 hours on a full tank of gasoline.

Yes

18 hours on a full tank load and 9 hours on half a tank load

Recoil Start

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

It has recoil to start as an option.

Yes

Can be electrically / manually powered on

Electric Start

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

This generator can be started with either recoil or electric start.

Yes

Built with an easy to use electronic start button on it

Dual Fuel

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

Dual fuel technology; the ability to run on Propane or Gasoline allows the Freedom and Flexibility of Fuel Choice.

FUEL TYPE

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

Gas and Propane

Yes

Gasoline fuel type

AMPERAGE

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

58.33A / 29.17A

Yes

N/A

VOLTAGE

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

With DuroMax MX2 technology, get the maximum power from each of the 120 volt receptacle. Choose between operating the generator at both 120 V and 240 V Simultaneously, or at 120 only with full power.

Yes

120 V 10 A AC and 12 V8.3A

FREQUENCY

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

60 Hz

Yes

N/A

HORSEPOWER

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

16HP

Yes

3 HP

ENGINE TYPE

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

4-Cycle Air-Cooled Spark-Ignition

Yes

Features a OHV air cooled engine

ENGINE SPEED

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

3600 rpm

Yes

N/A

CARB Compliant

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

Like all DuroMax generators, the XP8500EH is EPA and CARB approved for use in all 50 states.

CSA Certified

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

EPA Certified

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

Like all DuroMax generators, the XP8500EH is EPA and CARB approved for use in all 50 states.

Yes

Has been certified by EPA – safe to be used

Cold Start Technology

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

This generator has no trouble starting even in the cold weather.

Yes

N/A

Easy to Start

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

It is easy to start because it is equipped with both electric start and recoil start options.

Yes

Very easy to start – doesn’t require complicated startup. Just click on the button for power on or off

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

7.9 gal

Yes

Has a 1.3 gallon fuel capacity

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

40 lbs

Runtime (Gasoline)

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

11.5 hrs.

Yes

Runs for 9 hours at a 1/2 load

Runtime (Propane)

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

8 hrs.

Low Oil Shut-Off

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

You do not have to worry about the generator replacement from time to time thanks to this generator's automatic low oil shutoff.

Yes

Built with a low oil shut –off. Automatically powers down the generator once low oil has been detected in the fuel tank.

Air Cooled

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

The DuroMax 420cc OHV engine can be air-cooled.

Yes

OHV air cooled engine – prevents G1200 from overheating after running for long hours

Engine Capacity

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

420 cc

Yes

Features 98cc OHV engine capacity – able to run nonstop for long hours

Voltmeter

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

The Duromax XP8500EH has a voltmeter on it to measure the voltage running through the generator.

Noise Level (dBA)

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

72 dBA just a little noisy than your common house appliance.

Yes

65 db – will operate quietly not to disturb your peace at home or work

Multi-Purpose

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

This generator is multi-purpose and it can be used in camps, running home machines like cookers, for lights.

Yes

Has a multi-purpose ability – can be used at home and workplaces

Heavy Duty

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

This generator is strong enough to handle multiple jobs from powering high voltage appliances to heavy-duty power tools.

Yes

Ability to perform heavy duty. Will work as emergency power at home. Also powers up the jobsite during blackouts.

Solar Generator

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Framed for Durability

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

This generator is framed for durability which makes it more long-lasting.

Yes

Has been Neutral bonded to frame – built to a long time

Starting method

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

Recoil/Electric method

Yes

Electric and manual starting method – easy to use button for on and off

DuroMax XP8500EH

Open Frame

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

The DuroMax XP8500EH is a portable open-frame dual fuel generator.

Yes

Designed with an open frame

Outlets

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

The power panel includes a selection of outlets for maximum compatibility in your applications including: X4 120V 20A GFCI Outlet X1 120/240V 30A Twist-Lock X1 12V Automotive Outlet X2 2.1A & 1A USB Outlets

Yes

2 x 120 V AC Outlet and 1 x 12 V DC output outlets

Portable

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

This generator is really portable in that it can be carried around to different places.

Yes

Compact and lightweight – easily moved to multiple locations

Weight

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

220 pounds

Yes

69 pounds in total weight – easy to transfer to another location

Wheel type

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

Solid-fill wheels

Handle style

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

It has foldable handles to make it easy for moving.

Yes

Metallic handle type – easy to carry during movement

Warranty

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

3 years

Yes

Tagged with warranty on purchase – date and model

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

32 x 22 x 22 inches

Included Accessories

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

oil funnel Spark Plug Wrench Tool Set Wheel & Handle Kit Owner's Manual

Yes

N/A

DuroMax XP8500EH

Low Oil Indicator

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

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

Yes

Its engine will shut down once it detects low oil level

Low oil shutdown

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

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 - Shuts down instantly on low oil to protect the engine from harm

Noise Level

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

72 dBA

Yes

65 db noise level – very low noise level that goes unnoticed most times

Pros

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

Dual fuel technology It is portable It has got round tires that are versatile. It has got a variety of outlets 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. It has an idle control feature which lowers the RPMs of the generator when not in use

Yes

• Heavy duty for home and workplace light up • Suitable for transportation from one place to another due to low weight • Contains a high peak power of up to 1600 watts and 1200 watts of rated power • Certified by EPA • Compact size that fits in small spaces with 21 x 16 x 16 inches • Features a low oil level shut down when fuel tank is low • Long run time of up to 9 hours at half load • 1.3 large fuel gallon capacity • Mild operating noise of only 65 db • 98 CC OHV air cooled engine • Built with 2 x 120 V AC outlet and 1 x 12 V DC Output • Simple to start – comes with owner’s manual • Has been framed for durability • High quality handle type for strong support • Provides warranty after purchase • Portable during transportation • Choke lever with open and close function

Cons

DuroMax XP8500EH

All Power America G1200

Yes

This generator is not CSA Certified. It is not a solar generator.

Yes

• Not built with foldable handles and sometimes hard to store • It is Non- CARB complaint • Generator is not able to use solar – requires high fuel maintenance • Not an entire quiet generator • Doesn’t have wheels built to it

PERFORMANCE:	WINNER : DuroMax XP8500EH Dual Fuel CARB Compliant Suggested Tank Size (Propane) Runtime (Propane) Voltmeter
DESIGN:	WINNER : DuroMax XP8500EH Wheel type Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:	DRAW :
CONCLUSION	DRAW :

DuroMax XP8500EH VS. All Power America G1200