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DuroStar DS10000E VS. Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

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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 PRO5000

Reasons to buy Briggs and Stratton PRO5000 :

  • button icon Up to 13 hours of run time on ½ load
  • button icon Engine can produce 10 foot pounds of torque
  • button icon Uses an hour meter to monitor gas levels
  • button icon Has a 25% more power surge alternator
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS10000E

  • Cold Start Technology
  • Voltmeter
DESIGN:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS10000E

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
DRAW :
CONCLUSION
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Comparison Winner
DuroStar DS10000E

Reasons why we like it:

  • Cold Start Technology
  • Voltmeter
  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
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COMPARISON – DuroStar DS10000E VS. Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

It is portable

Yes

4 wheels for portability during movement

Starting Watts

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

10,000 watts

Yes

6250 of starting watts

Running Stats

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

8000 watts

Yes

5000 running watts

RV Ready

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Ready

Yes

Built with 4 wheels and multiple outlets – this generator is RV ready

Gas Powered

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

It is gas powered

Yes

Gas powered

Run Time on Full Tank

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

10 hours

Yes

Runs 13 hours on 1/2 load – ideal for long hour use

Recoil Start

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Available but optional

Yes

recoil starts

Electric Start

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

It is optional

Yes

is fast and user friendly

Dual Fuel

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

FUEL TYPE

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Gasoline

Yes

Uses gasoline

AMPERAGE

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

66.5/33.3 Amps

Yes

21 Amps

VOLTAGE

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

120 / 240 volts

Yes

120/240 on a single phase

FREQUENCY

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60 Hertz

HORSEPOWER

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

16HP

Yes

N/A

ENGINE TYPE

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

4-cycle air-cooled spark-ignition

Yes

Vanguard OHV 305cc Engine

ENGINE SPEED

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

3600EPM

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

It is CARB complaint

Yes

N/A

CSA Certified

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

Rated according to CSA standards

EPA Certified

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

It is certified by EPA

Yes

N/A

Cold Start Technology

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

No

Easy to Start

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

Yes it is easy to start – uses a one touch starting method. Also has a recoil backup to start

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

8.3 gallons

Yes

7 gallons of fuel

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

10.4 hours

Yes

Takes 13 hours of nonstop runtime on a 1/2 load

Runtime (Propane)

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Has a low oil shut off system

Yes

Contains low oil shut off – once the hour meter indicates little time remaining generator automatically shuts down.

Air Cooled

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

It is air cooled

Yes

N/A

Engine Capacity

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

457cc

Yes

305 cc – can produce up to 10 foot pounds of torque

Voltmeter

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Available

No

Noise Level (dBA)

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

72 DBA

Yes

N/A

Multi-Purpose

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

Perfect for multi-purpose. For camps, tailgating, homes and sites

Heavy Duty

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

Features a power surge alternator – able to operate many large appliances at a go

Solar Generator

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Framed for Durability

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

It is framed for durability

Yes

Generator has been framed for durability

Starting method

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Electric start / recoil start

Yes

Both electric and recoil starting method

DuroStar DS10000E

DESIGN:

Open Frame

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Available

Yes

Yes it is built with an open frame

Outlets

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
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

(2) 120-volt 20-amp outlets, (1) 120-volt 30-amp locking outlet, (1) 120/240-volt 30-amp locking outlet, (1) 12-Volt 10-amp DC outlet

Portable

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

Requires minimal effort to be moved to various locations

Weight

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

260 lbs

Yes

200 pounds

Wheel type

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

NA

Yes

Up to 4 large Never Flat Wheels .Ease transportation on both sides. Have locking brakes

Handle style

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

Drop down handle style – remains down when not in use

Warranty

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

3 year warranty

Yes

Lasts 2 years from purchase

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

27.5 x 40 x 29 inches

No

Included Accessories

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

Comes with an internal trickle and float charger Internal

DuroStar DS10000E

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

It shuts down automatically which indicates low oil

Yes

Hour meter – checks the gas level and turns off on low oil

Low oil shutdown

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

Generator shuts down when oil is low in fuel tank

Noise Level

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

72 DBA

Yes

Super Lo – tone – minimizes the noise and lessens the vibration power produced

CONCLUSION

Pros

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
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

- Can provide a clean and instant power for appliances and multiple electronics during power shortage - Attached with a 2 year warranty to guard against defects and workmanship - Has a 305 cc powerful engine that easily handles tough jobs - Features a full GFCI protection that works as circuit breakers for the engine - Low oil automatic shut down can extend the battery life - Delivers a total of 13 hours after a 1/2 load - Large tank capacity of 7 gallons – reduces the refill frequency - Up to 4 never flat wheels to ease movement during transportation - Uses the quick electric restart and traditional recoil method - Created for multi-purpose operation like at sites, camps and homes - It has been built with an open frame and also framed for durability - Features a super lo tone muffler that lessens the noise and reduces on the vibration during operation - Comes with an automatic voltage regulation system that produces 25% more surge wattage to simplify start up - Uses a drop down handle to pull and it can be stored easily - Meets all the standards of CSA certification - Appropriate dimensions for storage - 34 x 27 x 26 inches - Additional accessories of internal trickle charger and a float charger

Cons

DuroStar DS10000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

- Does not have a cold start technology - Is not a solar generator - Wheels cannot climb over stairs or other highly raised surfaces - Doesn’t use propane to run - Not voltage meter

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