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DuroStar DS12000EH VS. All Power America APGG4000

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Winner:

DuroStar DS12000EH

Reasons to buy DuroStar DS12000EH:

  • button icon It has Idle control which Lowers the RPMs of the generator when it’s not in use which saves fuel
  • button icon Has a powerful durostart engine which is powered by 18HP and 457cc
  • button icon Has a quiet muffler which reduces engine noise.
  • button icon Has plenty of power with 12000 starting watts and 9500 running watts
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Runners Up:

All Power America APGG4000

Reasons to buy All Power America APGG4000 :

  • button icon High peak power of 4000 watts
  • button icon Has a low operating noise level of 72 db only
  • button icon Created with a 4 cycle OHV air cool engine type
  • button icon Comes with a wheel kit for easy transportation
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PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS12000EH

  • Electric Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • Cold Start Technology
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
DESIGN:
DRAW :
SAFETY:
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CONCLUSION
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Comparison Winner
DuroStar DS12000EH

Reasons why we like it:

  • Electric Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • Cold Start Technology
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
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COMPARISON – DuroStar DS12000EH VS. All Power America APGG4000

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It is portable

Yes

Lightweight – makes it portable to shift from home to other areas

Starting Watts

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

12,000 watts

Yes

4000 watts – delivers powerful operation up to 8 hours on 1/2 load

Running Stats

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

9500 watts

Yes

Rated at 3300 watts of running stats

RV Ready

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
No

Yes

Designed without any pneumatic and no flat tires and handles – APGG4000 is RV ready.

Gas Powered

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It is powered by gas

Yes

Uses unleaded gasoline – gas powered

Run Time on Full Tank

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
No

Yes

N/A

Recoil Start

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It is optional

Yes

Recoils only to start – manually pull the engine using the rope to power on

Electric Start

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It is optional

No

Dual Fuel

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It uses dual fuel which gives you the Freedom and flexibility of fuel choice.

No

FUEL TYPE

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

Gasoline / propane

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

39.6A / 79.2A

Yes

N/A

VOLTAGE

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

120V / 240VAC & 12VDC

Yes

1-12V DC and 2 x 120 V

FREQUENCY

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

N/A

HORSEPOWER

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

18 HP

Yes

8.0 HP

ENGINE TYPE

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

4-Cycle Air-Cooled Spark-Ignition

Yes

Built with 4 cycle OHV air cooled - Engine type

ENGINE SPEED

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

3600RPM

Yes

N/A

CARB Compliant

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It is CARB complaint

Yes

N/A

CSA Certified

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
No

No

EPA Certified

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It is EPA approved

Yes

Verified to be certified by EPA – doesn’t release chemicals or hazardous electrical systems

Cold Start Technology

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

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

No

Easy to Start

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It is easy to start since it is equipped with electric start and recoil start options

Yes

Very easy to start – simply recoil and pull to start APGG4000 generator

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

8.3 gallons

Yes

4 gallons of unleaded gasoline

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

4 gallons

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

8.83 hours

Yes

Runs up to 8 hours on 1/2 load while using gasoline

Runtime (Propane)

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

7.2 hours

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

Has a low oil shut off sensor which protects the engine from damage

Yes

Automatically shuts down on low oil notice

Air Cooled

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It is cooled by air

Yes

Cools down using air after heat up – protects the engine from getting spoilt

Engine Capacity

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

457cc

Yes

208 cc

Voltmeter

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
No

No

Noise Level (dBA)

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

72DBA

Yes

72 db – low operating sound

Multi-Purpose

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It is multi-purpose since it can power up several tools at the same time

Yes

Created for multi-purpose – suitable for camping, homes and tailgating

Heavy Duty

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It is a heavy duty machine since it can power up high voltage equipment such as lights, sump pump, medical equipment and others

Yes

It carries out heavy duties – great option for backups at homes, while tailgating or camping

Solar Generator

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
No

No

Framed for Durability

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It is frame for durability

Yes

Yes – has a frame

Starting method

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

Electric / recoil method

Yes

Uses the recoil method – just pull to start

DuroStar DS12000EH

DESIGN:

Open Frame

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

Has an open frame

Yes

Constructed with an open frame – helps in movement

Outlets

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

(TWO) Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI,(ONE) 120V 30A (L5-30R),(ONE) 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) and (ONE) 120/240V 50A (14-50R)

Yes

2 x 120 V, 1 x 120 TL and 1 x 12 V DC of output. 1 – 12 V DC of twist lock outlet

Portable

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It is a portable dvice

Yes

Portable with wheels and handles for easy transportation. Comes with mobility kit

Weight

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

221 lbs

Yes

133 pounds – lightweight

Wheel type

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

Solid- fill wheels

Yes

Solid fill wheel type – moves with ease across multiple surfaces

Handle style

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
No

Yes

Fold down locking handles. Easily stored due to small foot print

Warranty

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

3 year residential limited factory warranty

Yes

Provided on purchase – registers model number and purchase

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

30.00 x 30.00 x 26.00 inches

No

Included Accessories

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

12V Generator Battery, Generator Wheel Kit, Generator Tool Kit and the Owner's Manual

Yes

Mobility kit and muffler

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It has an oil warning light which lights indicating low oil level

Yes

Oil lamp – indicates and immediately powers off on low oil fuel tank

Low oil shutdown

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It shuts down if the low oil warning light lights in order to protect the engine from damage

Yes

Goes off when fuel is low in the fuel tank

Noise Level

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

72 DBA

Yes

72 db during 1/2 load – low noise and doesn’t bother most people

CONCLUSION

Pros

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

Has a heavy duty frame with four points fully isolated motor mounts for smooth quiet operation. It is designed with dual Fuel Technology which allows you to run your generator on Propane or Gas. It has several accessories included Has a fully featured power panel

Yes

• Uses gasoline fuel type • Constructed with a 4 cycle air cooled engine type • Maximum standard wattage of 4000 watts with an output of 3300 watts • Spends 8 hours of runtime at 1/2 load • Detects low oil and shuts down instantly • Certified by EPA for safety • Has an auto voltage regulation system • Properly framed for durability • 4 gallon fuel tank capacity that is enough to provide 8 hours of operation • Effortlessly recoils to start • Engine can be air cooled • Contains a muffler • Easy to fill and accessible gas tank • Solid Wheel kit for easy transportation • Powerful engine of 208 cc • Heavy duty and multipurpose generator • Features a twist lock outlet • Compact build for easy storage • Operates on a twist lock outlet of 1 – 12 V DC • Easy to access control panel

Cons

DuroStar DS12000EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It has a low fuel efficiency It relatively has low run time Has no remote start It is heavy

Yes

• Not built with an hour meter to indicate the time • Doesn’t include an allowance for propane in case you don’t have fuel • Is not solar generated • Produces some little noise during runtime • Doesn’t have an electric start option – only recoil • Batteries are not included – purchase it separately • Uses gasoline which is highly inflammable if you smoke or light fire near it

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DuroStar DS12000EH Check price here....

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