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DuroStar DS12000EH VS. Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

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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 PRO5000

Reasons to buy Briggs and Stratton PRO5000 :

  • button icon Up to 13 hours of run time on ½ load
  • button icon Engine can produce 10 foot pounds of torque
  • button icon Uses an hour meter to monitor gas levels
  • button icon Has a 25% more power surge alternator
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS12000EH

  • 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:

  • Dual Fuel
  • Cold Start Technology
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
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COMPARISON – DuroStar DS12000EH VS. Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

It is portable

Yes

4 wheels for portability during movement

Starting Watts

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

12,000 watts

Yes

6250 of starting watts

Running Stats

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

9500 watts

Yes

5000 running watts

RV Ready

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

Built with 4 wheels and multiple outlets – this generator is RV ready

Gas Powered

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

It is powered by gas

Yes

Gas powered

Run Time on Full Tank

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

Runs 13 hours on 1/2 load – ideal for long hour use

Recoil Start

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

It is optional

Yes

recoil starts

Electric Start

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

It is optional

Yes

is fast and user friendly

Dual Fuel

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

No

FUEL TYPE

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Gasoline / propane

Yes

Uses gasoline

AMPERAGE

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

39.6A / 79.2A

Yes

21 Amps

VOLTAGE

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

120V / 240VAC & 12VDC

Yes

120/240 on a single phase

FREQUENCY

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60 Hertz

HORSEPOWER

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

18 HP

Yes

N/A

ENGINE TYPE

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

4-Cycle Air-Cooled Spark-Ignition

Yes

Vanguard OHV 305cc Engine

ENGINE SPEED

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

3600RPM

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

It is CARB complaint

Yes

N/A

CSA Certified

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

Rated according to CSA standards

EPA Certified

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

It is EPA approved

Yes

N/A

Cold Start Technology

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

No

Easy to Start

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

Yes it is easy to start – uses a one touch starting method. Also has a recoil backup to start

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

8.3 gallons

Yes

7 gallons of fuel

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

4 gallons

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

8.83 hours

Yes

Takes 13 hours of nonstop runtime on a 1/2 load

Runtime (Propane)

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

7.2 hours

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

Contains low oil shut off – once the hour meter indicates little time remaining generator automatically shuts down.

Air Cooled

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

It is cooled by air

Yes

N/A

Engine Capacity

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

457cc

Yes

305 cc – can produce up to 10 foot pounds of torque

Voltmeter

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Noise Level (dBA)

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

72DBA

Yes

N/A

Multi-Purpose

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

Perfect for multi-purpose. For camps, tailgating, homes and sites

Heavy Duty

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
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

Features a power surge alternator – able to operate many large appliances at a go

Solar Generator

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Framed for Durability

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

It is frame for durability

Yes

Generator has been framed for durability

Starting method

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Electric / recoil method

Yes

Both electric and recoil starting method

DuroStar DS12000EH

DESIGN:

Open Frame

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Has an open frame

Yes

Yes it is built with an open frame

Outlets

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
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) 120-volt 20-amp outlets, (1) 120-volt 30-amp locking outlet, (1) 120/240-volt 30-amp locking outlet, (1) 12-Volt 10-amp DC outlet

Portable

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

It is a portable dvice

Yes

Requires minimal effort to be moved to various locations

Weight

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

221 lbs

Yes

200 pounds

Wheel type

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Solid- fill wheels

Yes

Up to 4 large Never Flat Wheels .Ease transportation on both sides. Have locking brakes

Handle style

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

Drop down handle style – remains down when not in use

Warranty

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

3 year residential limited factory warranty

Yes

Lasts 2 years from purchase

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

30.00 x 30.00 x 26.00 inches

No

Included Accessories

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

Comes with an internal trickle and float charger Internal

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

Hour meter – checks the gas level and turns off on low oil

Low oil shutdown

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

Generator shuts down when oil is low in fuel tank

Noise Level

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

72 DBA

Yes

Super Lo – tone – minimizes the noise and lessens the vibration power produced

CONCLUSION

Pros

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
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

- Can provide a clean and instant power for appliances and multiple electronics during power shortage - Attached with a 2 year warranty to guard against defects and workmanship - Has a 305 cc powerful engine that easily handles tough jobs - Features a full GFCI protection that works as circuit breakers for the engine - Low oil automatic shut down can extend the battery life - Delivers a total of 13 hours after a 1/2 load - Large tank capacity of 7 gallons – reduces the refill frequency - Up to 4 never flat wheels to ease movement during transportation - Uses the quick electric restart and traditional recoil method - Created for multi-purpose operation like at sites, camps and homes - It has been built with an open frame and also framed for durability - Features a super lo tone muffler that lessens the noise and reduces on the vibration during operation - Comes with an automatic voltage regulation system that produces 25% more surge wattage to simplify start up - Uses a drop down handle to pull and it can be stored easily - Meets all the standards of CSA certification - Appropriate dimensions for storage - 34 x 27 x 26 inches - Additional accessories of internal trickle charger and a float charger

Cons

DuroStar DS12000EH
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

- Does not have a cold start technology - Is not a solar generator - Wheels cannot climb over stairs or other highly raised surfaces - Doesn’t use propane to run - Not voltage meter

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