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DuroStar DS1050 VS. Briggs and Stratton 30469

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7.8
Winner:

Briggs and Stratton 30469

Reasons to buy Briggs and Stratton 30469:

  • button icon 10 inch wheels that never go flat
  • button icon Up to 13 hours of nonstop operation on 50% load
  • button icon 1650 series OHV 342 cc engine capacity
  • button icon Contains hour meter for monitoring the gas levels
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6.5
Runners Up:

DuroStar DS1050

Reasons to buy DuroStar DS1050 :

  • button icon Has plenty of power
  • button icon Powerful DuroStar 2 HP motor.
  • button icon Fully featured power panel
  • button icon Low oil shut-off
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

Briggs and Stratton 30469

  • RV Ready
  • Run Time on Full Tank
  • HORSEPOWER
  • ENGINE SPEED
  • CSA Certified
  • Engine Capacity
  • Heavy Duty
  • Framed for Durability
DESIGN:
WINNER :

Briggs and Stratton 30469

  • Outlets
  • Wheel type
SAFETY:
DRAW :
CONCLUSION
DRAW :
Comparison Winner
Briggs and Stratton 30469

Reasons why we like it:

  • RV Ready
  • Run Time on Full Tank
  • HORSEPOWER
  • ENGINE SPEED
  • CSA Certified
  • Engine Capacity
  • Heavy Duty
  • Framed for Durability
  • Outlets
  • Wheel type
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COMPARISON – DuroStar DS1050 VS. Briggs and Stratton 30469

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

it is a portable device

Yes

Easy to move to multiple venues for power supply

Starting Watts

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

1,050 watts

Yes

7500 starting watts

Running Stats

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

950 watts

Yes

6000 running watts – creates 25% more surge wattage for multiple large devices and power tools at ago

RV Ready

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

Yes

30469 is RV ready – rolls over multiple floors for easy movement

Gas Powered

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

it is gas powered

Yes

Uses only gas as a source of fuel

Run Time on Full Tank

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

Yes

Delivers nonstop 13 hours on a 50% load of run time

Recoil Start

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

the generator is recoil started

Yes

It recoils to start

Electric Start

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

No

Dual Fuel

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

No

FUEL TYPE

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Gasoline

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

5.3A

Yes

25.0 amps – surge

VOLTAGE

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

12v

Yes

120/240 Single Phase

FREQUENCY

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

60Hz

Yes

60 Hertz

HORSEPOWER

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

Yes

N/A

ENGINE TYPE

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

2-Stroke, Air Cooled, Single Cylinder

Yes

Made with a 1650 series OHV 342cc Engine

ENGINE SPEED

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

it is CARB complaint

No

CSA Certified

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

Yes

Rated according to CSA standards

EPA Certified

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

it is certified by the EPA

No

Cold Start Technology

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

it uses cold start technology which enables it to operate in emergence cold weather

No

Easy to Start

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

it is easy to start because you just need to pull on the recoil starter handle until a slight resistance is felt

Yes

No complicate steps for starting – just recoil

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

1.05 (US Gal)

Yes

7 gallon fuel tank – large tank capacity

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

6 hours

Yes

Takes 13 hours at 1/2 load

Runtime (Propane)

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

it is cooled by air

Yes

switches off immediately low oil is detected

Air Cooled

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

No

Engine Capacity

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

Yes

342 cc engine capacity

Voltmeter

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

No

Noise Level (dBA)

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

95 Db

Yes

N/A

Multi-Purpose

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

it is multi-purpose since it can work on wa

Yes

It is multipurpose – can be used in sites, homes and camps

Heavy Duty

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

Yes

Created for heavy duty – can power multiple large appliances plus power tools at ago

Solar Generator

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

No

Framed for Durability

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

Yes

Has been framed – enhances durability

Starting method

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Recoil method

Yes

Recoil starts – use the traditional easy method

Briggs and Stratton 30469

DESIGN:

Open Frame

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

it has an open frame

Yes

Features an open frame

Outlets

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

Yes

4 of 120-volt outlets and 1 of 120/240-volt 30-amp outlet. Have rubber covers

Portable

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

it is a portable machine which enables you to move it from place to place

Yes

2 wheels and handles enhance portability

Weight

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

39 LBS

Yes

194 pounds in total weight

Wheel type

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

Yes

Equipped with never go flat wheels – 10 inches. Can rise over different floor types easily

Handle style

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

It has got a handle on its upper part for easy carriage

Yes

‘T’ handle type – can be folded down to save space. Material gentle on the hands

Warranty

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

3 years

Yes

2 years warranty.

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

15 X 13 X 12 Inches

No

Included Accessories

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

DuroStar DS1050 1,050-Watt Generator, Generator Tool Kit and Owner's Manual

Yes

Engine oil, manual guide and a quick start guide

Briggs and Stratton 30469

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

The generator shuts down indicating low oil

Yes

Uses an hour meter – monitors the remaining gasoline levels in the tank

Low oil shutdown

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Yes, the generator shuts down immediately after sensing that the oil level is low

Yes

Low oil shut down protection – safeguards engine from damage when oil is very low

Noise Level

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

95 dB

Yes

N/A

CONCLUSION

Pros

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

It has a lightweight design which allows easy transportation. It has a low oil shut off which protects the engine from being damaged. The generator has got a spark arrest muffle which enable its safety use. Has a powerful DuroStar 2 HP motor

Yes

- Constructed with a long power supply of 13 hours at 1/2 load - Will produce up to 25% more wattage for all your power needs - Powerful 1650 Series OHV 342cc Engine capacity - A 2 year limited warranty given on purchase that protect against workmanship and defects - Inbuilt with power surge alternator for multiple large appliance at the same time - Easy to start through the recoil starting option - High running wattage of 6000 watts and starting wattage of 7500 watts - Contains an hour meter to indicate progress of gas in fuel tank - Never flat 10 inches wheels promote portability to different places - Outlets are covered with rubber material for durability - Built with a single sided control panel – easily accessible - Foldable handles are easy to store and handle - Solid and compact build with 28.7 x 18.4 x 25.3 inches dimensions - Metallic fuel tank material that is non rust - Has a fast engine speed of 3600 RPM - Shuts down automatically once the fuel is low in the tank - Has a multipurpose ability of being used in many locations - Includes engine oil, quick start guide and manual guide as extra accessories

Cons

DuroStar DS1050
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

The generator can run at its surge wattage capacity for only a short time. It produces noise during its operations hence ending up causing noise pollution in the environment.

Yes

- Is not EPA or CARB approved - Cannot be started electrically - Uses only one fuel type – gasoline - Doesn’t charge using direct sunlight - Operates with gasoline which is inflammable - A voltage meter is not included - Generator might release harmful substances from gas during use - Difficult to lift off the ground due to its weight – 194 pounds

Overall Winner

Briggs and Stratton 30469 Check price here....

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