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DuroStar DS10000E VS. Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator

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Winner:

DuroStar DS10000E

Reasons to buy DuroStar DS10000E:

  • button icon Has a wheel kit with never flat tires and folding handles which make it easy to move it to where you need it.
  • button icon Has a heavy duty frame with 4 point fully isolated motor mounts for smoother and quieter operation.
  • button icon Has an idle switch that protects the motor, lowers fuel consumption and reduces noise when the generator is running without loads.
  • button icon Has a 16 HP Duromax OHV air cooled heavy duty engine.
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Runners Up:

Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator

Reasons to buy Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator :

  • button icon Runs a total of 14 hours on a 50% load of gasoline
  • button icon 5 gallons fuel tank capacity
  • button icon Up to household outlets and 1 RC outlet
  • button icon 7 inch never go flat wheels
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS10000E

  • Electric Start
  • HORSEPOWER
  • CARB Compliant
  • EPA Certified
  • Low Oil Shut-Off
  • Air Cooled
DESIGN:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS10000E

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS10000E

  • Low Oil Indicator
  • Low oil shutdown
CONCLUSION
DRAW :
Comparison Winner
DuroStar DS10000E

Reasons why we like it:

  • Electric Start
  • HORSEPOWER
  • CARB Compliant
  • EPA Certified
  • Low Oil Shut-Off
  • Air Cooled
  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
  • Low Oil Indicator
  • Low oil shutdown
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COMPARISON – DuroStar DS10000E VS. Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

It is portable

Yes

Requires less effort to transport – portable with wheels and handle to support transportation

Starting Watts

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

10,000 watts

Yes

4375 watts – can light and power up small tools

Running Stats

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

8000 watts

Yes

3500 watts

RV Ready

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

Ready

Yes

RV ready – features a travel trailer 30 R receptacle

Gas Powered

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

It is gas powered

Yes

Fueled by gasoline. Takes in 5 gallons at 1/2 load

Run Time on Full Tank

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

10 hours

Yes

About 14 hours on full tank. Long time of power supply

Recoil Start

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

Available but optional

Yes

Yes – recoil to start

Electric Start

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

It is optional

No

Dual Fuel

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
No

No

FUEL TYPE

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

Gasoline

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

66.5/33.3 Amps

Yes

Runs at 29.2 amps and at a peak 36.5 amps

VOLTAGE

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

120 / 240 volts

Yes

Delivers AC 120 V –has an automatic voltage regulation

FREQUENCY

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60 Hz – can finish 60 cycles of complete wave sequence in a second

HORSEPOWER

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

16HP

No

ENGINE TYPE

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

4-cycle air-cooled spark-ignition

Yes

308 cc 4 stroke OHV engine type – durable and reliable overtime

ENGINE SPEED

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

3600EPM

Yes

N/A

CARB Compliant

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

It is CARB complaint

No

CSA Certified

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
No

Yes

Meets all the CSA standards – CSA certified

EPA Certified

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

It is certified by EPA

No

Cold Start Technology

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

It is designed with cold start technology for quick and easy start in cold weather

Yes

N/A

Easy to Start

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

It is easy to start since you are provided with two optional start methods- recoil / electric start method

Yes

Use a easy convectional pull start mechanism to start

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

8.3 gallons

Yes

Up to 5 gallons of gasoline capacity

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

10.4 hours

Yes

Spends 14 hours of runtime – at 50%. No need for regular fueling

Runtime (Propane)

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

Has a low oil shut off system

No

Air Cooled

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

It is air cooled

No

Engine Capacity

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

457cc

Yes

308 cc

Voltmeter

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

Available

Yes

N/A

Noise Level (dBA)

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

72 DBA

Yes

N/A

Multi-Purpose

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

The generator is multi-purpose since it can handle multiple devices at ago

Yes

Powers up small tools, RV air conditioner and backup power for home – multi purpose

Heavy Duty

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

It is a heavy duty machine since it can run heavy electronic loads

Yes

Takes up heavy duty tasks with ease – RV camping, home lighting and connection

Solar Generator

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
No

No

Framed for Durability

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

It is framed for durability

Yes

Yes, it is framed for durability

Starting method

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

Electric start / recoil start

Yes

Recoil or manual start method - rewind the recoil starter to begin

DuroStar DS10000E

DESIGN:

Open Frame

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

Available

Yes

Open frame design

Outlets

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

(One)- 120V 30-Amp Twist Lock receptacle, (One)- 120V/240V 30-Amp Twist Lock outlet, (One)- 120V/240V 50-Amp RV receptacle, (Two)- 120V 20-Amp 3-Prong Outlets and (One)- 12V 10-Amp DC outlet

Yes

1-120 V / 20 A Duplex and 1-120 V/30 A Locking RV Outlet

Portable

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

It is a portable device since it has never flat tires and folding handles for easy transportation

Yes

Can be transferred to any location for use without much effort

Weight

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

260 lbs

Yes

114.6 pounds

Wheel type

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

NA

Yes

7 inches never go flat wheels – glides smoothly across multiple floors

Handle style

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

It has never flat tires and folding handles which improve its mobility and handling utility

Yes

Folding handle – easies movement to other places

Warranty

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

3 year warranty

Yes

2 years limited warranty

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

27.5 x 40 x 29 inches

No

Included Accessories

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

Battery, Oil Funnel, Spark Plug Wrench and a Wheel Kit

Yes

Comes with oil – helps with maintenance of generator

DuroStar DS10000E

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

It shuts down automatically which indicates low oil

No

Low oil shutdown

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

It shuts off when it senses that the oil is low in order to protect the engine from damage

No

Noise Level

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

72 DBA

Yes

N/A

DuroStar DS10000E

CONCLUSION

Pros

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

It allows you to get maximum power from each of the 120-volt receptacles which enables you to run your devices. The generator is designed with a control panel which has an RV switch, voltmeter and circuit breakers which enable easy access and usage. It comes with a quiet noise muffler that improves user experience and lowers the risk of hearing damage. It has a fuel tank capacity of 8.3 gallons which lets it run for 10 hours at 50% load capacity.

Yes

- A powerful 208 cc OHV Briggs & Stratton power built 4 stroke - High quality metallic fuel tank with 5 gallon capacity - Up to 4375 starting watts and 3500 of running watts - RV ready through the travel trailer 30 R receptacle - Spends about 14 hours of runtime of a 1/2 load - Has a never go flat wheel type of 7 inches – can easily maneuver over different surfaces - Simple method of start through recoil - Built with an automatic voltage regulation system - Can power up small tools and provide power back up from homes - Easily powers up recreational vehicle using 120 V / 30A RV - Generator has been framed for durability - Comes with an included accessories such as oil - Quality assurance through 2 year warranty - Is entirely CSA certified for safety - Generators works at a great 29.2 amps with a peak of 36.5 amps - Has a suitable size of dimensions that can easily be stored - Contains a spark arrestor - Folding handle makes transportation of generator simple - 1-120 V / 20 A Duplex and 1-120 V/30 A Locking RV Outlets

Cons

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

It is bulky and heavy due to its heavy weight It is noisy during operations

Yes

- Doesn’t have a low oil shut off ability - Not built with an electric start ability - Uses only a single type of fuel – gasoline - No indication alert when fuel tank is almost empty - Cannot be solar charged directly from the sun - Is not EPA and CARB certified - Engine is not air cooled - Slightly heavy to carry up stairs or lift to a car - Gasoline can leak which is harmful - Not constructed with an inverter

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