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DuroStar DS12000EH VS. Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator

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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 30676 Portable Generator

Reasons to buy Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator :

  • button icon Runs a total of 14 hours on a 50% load of gasoline
  • button icon 5 gallons fuel tank capacity
  • button icon Up to household outlets and 1 RC outlet
  • button icon 7 inch never go flat wheels
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS12000EH

  • Electric Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • HORSEPOWER
  • CARB Compliant
  • EPA Certified
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
  • Low Oil Shut-Off
  • Air Cooled
DESIGN:
DRAW :
SAFETY:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS12000EH

  • Low Oil Indicator
  • Low oil shutdown
CONCLUSION
DRAW :
Comparison Winner
DuroStar DS12000EH

Reasons why we like it:

  • Electric Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • HORSEPOWER
  • CARB Compliant
  • EPA Certified
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
  • Low Oil Shut-Off
  • Air Cooled
  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
  • Low Oil Indicator
  • Low oil shutdown
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COMPARISON – DuroStar DS12000EH VS. Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

It is portable

Yes

Requires less effort to transport – portable with wheels and handle to support transportation

Starting Watts

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

12,000 watts

Yes

4375 watts – can light and power up small tools

Running Stats

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

9500 watts

Yes

3500 watts

RV Ready

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
No

Yes

RV ready – features a travel trailer 30 R receptacle

Gas Powered

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

It is powered by gas

Yes

Fueled by gasoline. Takes in 5 gallons at 1/2 load

Run Time on Full Tank

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
No

Yes

About 14 hours on full tank. Long time of power supply

Recoil Start

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

It is optional

Yes

Yes – recoil to start

Electric Start

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

It is optional

No

Dual Fuel

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

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

No

FUEL TYPE

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

Gasoline / propane

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

39.6A / 79.2A

Yes

Runs at 29.2 amps and at a peak 36.5 amps

VOLTAGE

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

120V / 240VAC & 12VDC

Yes

Delivers AC 120 V –has an automatic voltage regulation

FREQUENCY

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60 Hz – can finish 60 cycles of complete wave sequence in a second

HORSEPOWER

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

18 HP

No

ENGINE TYPE

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

4-Cycle Air-Cooled Spark-Ignition

Yes

308 cc 4 stroke OHV engine type – durable and reliable overtime

ENGINE SPEED

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

3600RPM

Yes

N/A

CARB Compliant

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

It is CARB complaint

No

CSA Certified

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
No

Yes

Meets all the CSA standards – CSA certified

EPA Certified

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

It is EPA approved

No

Cold Start Technology

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

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

Yes

N/A

Easy to Start

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

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

Yes

Use a easy convectional pull start mechanism to start

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

8.3 gallons

Yes

Up to 5 gallons of gasoline capacity

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

4 gallons

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

8.83 hours

Yes

Spends 14 hours of runtime – at 50%. No need for regular fueling

Runtime (Propane)

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

7.2 hours

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

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

No

Air Cooled

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

It is cooled by air

No

Engine Capacity

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

457cc

Yes

308 cc

Voltmeter

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
No

Yes

N/A

Noise Level (dBA)

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

72DBA

Yes

N/A

Multi-Purpose

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

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

Yes

Powers up small tools, RV air conditioner and backup power for home – multi purpose

Heavy Duty

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
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

Takes up heavy duty tasks with ease – RV camping, home lighting and connection

Solar Generator

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
No

No

Framed for Durability

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

It is frame for durability

Yes

Yes, it is framed for durability

Starting method

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

Electric / recoil method

Yes

Recoil or manual start method - rewind the recoil starter to begin

DuroStar DS12000EH

DESIGN:

Open Frame

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

Has an open frame

Yes

Open frame design

Outlets

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
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

1-120 V / 20 A Duplex and 1-120 V/30 A Locking RV Outlet

Portable

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

It is a portable dvice

Yes

Can be transferred to any location for use without much effort

Weight

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

221 lbs

Yes

114.6 pounds

Wheel type

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

Solid- fill wheels

Yes

7 inches never go flat wheels – glides smoothly across multiple floors

Handle style

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
No

Yes

Folding handle – easies movement to other places

Warranty

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

3 year residential limited factory warranty

Yes

2 years limited warranty

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

30.00 x 30.00 x 26.00 inches

No

Included Accessories

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

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

Yes

Comes with oil – helps with maintenance of generator

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

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

No

Low oil shutdown

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

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

No

Noise Level

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

72 DBA

Yes

N/A

DuroStar DS12000EH

CONCLUSION

Pros

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
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

- A powerful 208 cc OHV Briggs & Stratton power built 4 stroke - High quality metallic fuel tank with 5 gallon capacity - Up to 4375 starting watts and 3500 of running watts - RV ready through the travel trailer 30 R receptacle - Spends about 14 hours of runtime of a 1/2 load - Has a never go flat wheel type of 7 inches – can easily maneuver over different surfaces - Simple method of start through recoil - Built with an automatic voltage regulation system - Can power up small tools and provide power back up from homes - Easily powers up recreational vehicle using 120 V / 30A RV - Generator has been framed for durability - Comes with an included accessories such as oil - Quality assurance through 2 year warranty - Is entirely CSA certified for safety - Generators works at a great 29.2 amps with a peak of 36.5 amps - Has a suitable size of dimensions that can easily be stored - Contains a spark arrestor - Folding handle makes transportation of generator simple - 1-120 V / 20 A Duplex and 1-120 V/30 A Locking RV Outlets

Cons

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

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

Yes

- Doesn’t have a low oil shut off ability - Not built with an electric start ability - Uses only a single type of fuel – gasoline - No indication alert when fuel tank is almost empty - Cannot be solar charged directly from the sun - Is not EPA and CARB certified - Engine is not air cooled - Slightly heavy to carry up stairs or lift to a car - Gasoline can leak which is harmful - Not constructed with an inverter

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