CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

DuroStar DS10000E VS. DuroMax XP12000EH

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Winner:

DuroMax XP12000EH

Reasons to buy DuroMax XP12000EH:

  • button icon Ideal for House, Camping, Parties and Rv
  • button icon Unique MX2 switch, which doubles your 120-volt amperage for heavy loads.
  • button icon Can run on Propane or Gasoline.
  • button icon It has got a powerful Duromax engine.
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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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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

DuroMax XP12000EH

  • Dual Fuel
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
DESIGN:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS10000E

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
DRAW :
CONCLUSION
DRAW :
Comparison Winner
DuroMax XP12000EH

Reasons why we like it:

  • Dual Fuel
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
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COMPARISON – DuroStar DS10000E VS. DuroMax XP12000EH

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

It is portable

Yes

Yes it is a portable generator

Starting Watts

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

10,000 watts

Yes

12,000 Watts

Running Stats

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

8000 watts

Yes

9,500 Watts

RV Ready

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Ready

Yes

With its fordable handles, wheels and various outlets - this model is RV ready

Gas Powered

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

It is gas powered

Yes

Gas powered

Run Time on Full Tank

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

10 hours

Yes

8.83 hours(gasoline) and 7.2hours(propane)

Recoil Start

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Available but optional

Yes

You can manually start or pull start the engine using a rope start.

Electric Start

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

It is optional

Yes

Features a user-friendly keyed electric start

Dual Fuel

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

Yes

Uses Propane & Gasoline

FUEL TYPE

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Gasoline

Yes

GASOLINE / PROPANE

AMPERAGE

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

66.5/33.3 Amps

Yes

39.6A/79.2A

VOLTAGE

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

120 / 240 volts

Yes

120V / 240VAC & 12VDC

FREQUENCY

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60Hz

HORSEPOWER

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

16HP

Yes

18HP

ENGINE TYPE

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

4-cycle air-cooled spark-ignition

Yes

4-CYCLE AIR-COOLED SPARK-IGNITION

ENGINE SPEED

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

3600EPM

Yes

3600RPM

CARB Compliant

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

It is CARB complaint

Yes

Yes, it’s CARB Compliant

CSA Certified

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

No

EPA Certified

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

It is certified by EPA

Yes

Yes It is EPA certified

Cold Start Technology

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

No

Easy to Start

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

It’s easy to start. Electric Start - no manual work required

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

8.3 gallons

Yes

8.3 Gallons

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

Yes

40 GALLONS

Runtime (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

10.4 hours

Yes

8.83 HOURS

Runtime (Propane)

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

Yes

7.2 HOURS

Low Oil Shut-Off

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Has a low oil shut off system

Yes

Yes it has a low oil shut-off – Which Protects your generator by automatically shutting it off when it senses that the oil is low.

Air Cooled

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

It is air cooled

Yes

Yes it can be cooled by air

Engine Capacity

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

457cc

Yes

457 cc

Voltmeter

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Available

Yes

It is 12000eh voltmeter

Noise Level (dBA)

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

72 DBA

Yes

It’s at 74Db at 1/4 load - With an oversized noise reducing muffler with a built-in spark arrestor which enables smooth and quiet operation.

Multi-Purpose

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

Yes its multi-purpose. For house , parties , RV, camping

Heavy Duty

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

It performs heavy duties – Can be used as back-up for house, can also be used on parties.

Solar Generator

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

No

Framed for Durability

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

It is framed for durability

Yes

Yes its framed

Starting method

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Electric start / recoil start

Yes

ELECTRIC / RECOIL

DuroMax XP12000EH

DESIGN:

Open Frame

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Available

Yes

Yes it has got an open frame

Outlets

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
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

(Two) - 120V 20A GFCI Outlet, (One) - 120V 30A Twist Lock, (One) - 120/240V 30A Twist Lock, (One) - 120/240V 50A Heavy Duty Outlet.

Portable

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

You can transport it anywhere

Weight

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

260 lbs

Yes

260LBS

Wheel type

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

NA

Yes

It has solid fill-wheels

Handle style

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

Fold-able handles – make it easy to transport

Warranty

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

3 year warranty

Yes

3 years

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

27.5 x 40 x 29 inches

No

Included Accessories

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

Oil Funnel, Spark Plug Wrench, Tool Set, Wheel & Handle Kit, DC Charging Cables and Owner's Manual

DuroStar DS10000E

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

It shuts down automatically which indicates low oil

Yes

The generator shuts down indicating low oil level

Low oil shutdown

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

Yes the generator shuts down in case the oil level is low

Noise Level

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

72 DBA

Yes

74dB

CONCLUSION

Pros

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
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

• Affordable and versatile than a standby generator while still holding enough power for running household appliances. • Great for keeping the essential electronics running at home and • Suitable as a work site generator. • The installation process of the generator is easier and also more affordable. • Portable. • Its covered by a 3 –year factory warranty. • Its engine is powerful.

Cons

DuroStar DS10000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

• The engine produces a dangerous chemical which causes cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. • Incase Gasoline is ignited, a person maybe burnt or injured since Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. • Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas that can build up to dangerous levels in closed areas hence breathing it can cause unconsciousness or death. • Improper connection to a building can allow electrical current to back feed into utility lines creating an electrocution hazard. • The generator is potential source of electrical shock if not kept dry. • The generator makes a lot of noise hence ending up polluting the environment.

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