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DuroStar DS12000EH VS. Briggs and Stratton 30469

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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:

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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PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS12000EH

  • Electric Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • CARB Compliant
  • EPA Certified
  • Cold Start Technology
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
  • Air Cooled
DESIGN:
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SAFETY:
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CONCLUSION
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Comparison Winner
DuroStar DS12000EH

Reasons why we like it:

  • Electric Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • CARB Compliant
  • EPA Certified
  • Cold Start Technology
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
  • Air Cooled
  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
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COMPARISON – DuroStar DS12000EH VS. Briggs and Stratton 30469

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

It is portable

Yes

Easy to move to multiple venues for power supply

Starting Watts

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

12,000 watts

Yes

7500 starting watts

Running Stats

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

9500 watts

Yes

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

RV Ready

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

Yes

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

Gas Powered

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

It is powered by gas

Yes

Uses only gas as a source of fuel

Run Time on Full Tank

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

Yes

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

Recoil Start

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

It is optional

Yes

It recoils to start

Electric Start

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

It is optional

No

Dual Fuel

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

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

No

FUEL TYPE

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Gasoline / propane

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

39.6A / 79.2A

Yes

25.0 amps – surge

VOLTAGE

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

120V / 240VAC & 12VDC

Yes

120/240 Single Phase

FREQUENCY

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60 Hertz

HORSEPOWER

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

18 HP

Yes

N/A

ENGINE TYPE

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

4-Cycle Air-Cooled Spark-Ignition

Yes

Made with a 1650 series OHV 342cc Engine

ENGINE SPEED

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

3600RPM

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

It is CARB complaint

No

CSA Certified

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

Yes

Rated according to CSA standards

EPA Certified

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

It is EPA approved

No

Cold Start Technology

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

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

No

Easy to Start

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

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

Yes

No complicate steps for starting – just recoil

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

8.3 gallons

Yes

7 gallon fuel tank – large tank capacity

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

4 gallons

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

8.83 hours

Yes

Takes 13 hours at 1/2 load

Runtime (Propane)

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

7.2 hours

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

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

Yes

switches off immediately low oil is detected

Air Cooled

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

It is cooled by air

No

Engine Capacity

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

457cc

Yes

342 cc engine capacity

Voltmeter

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

No

Noise Level (dBA)

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

72DBA

Yes

N/A

Multi-Purpose

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

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

Yes

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

Heavy Duty

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
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

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

Solar Generator

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

No

Framed for Durability

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

It is frame for durability

Yes

Has been framed – enhances durability

Starting method

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Electric / recoil method

Yes

Recoil starts – use the traditional easy method

DuroStar DS12000EH

DESIGN:

Open Frame

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Has an open frame

Yes

Features an open frame

Outlets

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
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

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

Portable

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

It is a portable dvice

Yes

2 wheels and handles enhance portability

Weight

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

221 lbs

Yes

194 pounds in total weight

Wheel type

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Solid- fill wheels

Yes

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

Handle style

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

Yes

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

Warranty

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

3 year residential limited factory warranty

Yes

2 years warranty.

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

30.00 x 30.00 x 26.00 inches

No

Included Accessories

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

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

Yes

Engine oil, manual guide and a quick start guide

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

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

Yes

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

Low oil shutdown

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

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

Yes

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

Noise Level

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

72 DBA

Yes

N/A

CONCLUSION

Pros

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
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

- 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 DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

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

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

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