CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

DuroStar DS4000S VS. Briggs and Stratton 30713

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Winner:

DuroStar DS4000S

Reasons to buy DuroStar DS4000S:

  • button icon Portable Generator
  • button icon Start-Camping & RV Ready
  • button icon 4,000 starting watts and 3,300 running watts
  • button icon High voltage appliances to heavy duty power tools
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Runners Up:

Briggs and Stratton 30713

Reasons to buy Briggs and Stratton 30713 :

  • button icon Portable Generator with Wheels
  • button icon 12 HOURS OF RUNTIME
  • button icon EASY TO USE CONTROL PANEL
  • button icon Has a power surge alternator
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS4000S

  • RV Ready
  • Recoil Start
  • ENGINE TYPE
  • EPA Certified
  • Starting method
DESIGN:
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SAFETY:
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CONCLUSION
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Comparison Winner
DuroStar DS4000S

Reasons why we like it:

  • RV Ready
  • Recoil Start
  • ENGINE TYPE
  • EPA Certified
  • Starting method
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COMPARISON – DuroStar DS4000S VS. Briggs and Stratton 30713

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Yes, it is a portable machine

Yes

Portable Generator with Wheels. 10-INCH WHEELS FOR PORTABILITY

Starting Watts

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

4,000 watts

Yes

5000 watts

Running Stats

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

3,300 watts

Yes

Runs of 6250 watts – very powerful wattage

RV Ready

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

It is RV ready

No

Gas Powered

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Yes, it a gas powered machine since it uses gasoline

Yes

Works using gasoline

Run Time on Full Tank

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

8 hours at 50% load

Yes

Long run time of 12 hours on 1/2 load

Recoil Start

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Yes, the generator is recoil started

No

Electric Start

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

Yes

Electric start - Easy to operate control panel

Dual Fuel

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

No

FUEL TYPE

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Gasoline

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

27.50A

Yes

N/A

VOLTAGE

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

120 V

Yes

120 Voltage

FREQUENCY

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

60Hz

Yes

N/A

HORSEPOWER

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

7 HP

Yes

N/A

ENGINE TYPE

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

4- Stroke

No

ENGINE SPEED

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

3600 RPM

Yes

389 cc engine type – heavy duty

CARB Compliant

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Yes it is CARB complaint

Yes

N/A

CSA Certified

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

No

EPA Certified

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Yes, it is certified by the EPA

No

Cold Start Technology

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

It uses cold start technology in order to be able to perform in cold weather.

Yes

N/A

Easy to Start

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Yes, it is easy to start because it has got only one start type

Yes

Press on the button to start. Easy to use control panel with quick guides

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

3.96 Gallons

Yes

5 gallon fuel tank. Delivers 12 hours of uninterrupted runtime

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

12.3 hours

Yes

Takes 12 hours running after a 1/2 load. Keeps you connected during long power shortages

Runtime (Propane)

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Yes, it has a low oil shut off which protects the engine

Yes

Created with low oil shut off function. Prevents accidents when oil is at minimum

Air Cooled

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Yes, it is air cooled since it has got a forced air cooling system

Yes

Yes – generator uses the Overhead Valve (OHV) to get air cooled

Engine Capacity

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

208 cc

Yes

389 cc engine capacity

Voltmeter

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

No

Noise Level (dBA)

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

69Db-it has got two pairs of isolated motor mounts which reduce noise levels

Yes

Noise Level

Multi-Purpose

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

it is multi-purpose since it can serve as a household backup generator as well as a construction power source

Yes

Can be used for multi-purpose – RV ready, camping, sites and homes

Heavy Duty

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Yes, it is a heavy duty machine

Yes

Power surge alternator – generator can power up both small and large electric appliances during power outages

Solar Generator

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

No

Framed for Durability

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Framed

Yes

Is framed for durability

Starting method

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Recoil method

No

DuroStar DS4000S

DESIGN:

Open Frame

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

it has got an open frame

Yes

Has an open frame

Outlets

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Two 120V 20A GFCI Outlet and one 120 30A Twist Lock

Yes

(4) 120V household outlets and (1) 120/240V, 30A locking outlet – ideal for portable power usage

Portable

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

it is a portable device

Yes

Generator can be moved to any place.

Weight

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

105 LBS/

Yes

187 pounds

Wheel type

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

N/A

Yes

Never go flat wheels – 10 inches makes to easy to climb multiple surfaces

Handle style

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

two practical handles which enables it to be carried easily to anywhere

Yes

Fold up handle style – ideal for storage especially in places with little space

Warranty

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

3 years factory warranty

Yes

N/A

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

No

Included Accessories

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Oil funnel, sparkplug wrench, tool set and owner’s manual

Yes

Comes with engine oil, operators manual and a quick start up and shutdown guide

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

it has got an oil warning light which indicating low oil level

Yes

Has an hour meter – shows the amount of time remaining for automatic shut down for low oil

Low oil shutdown

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

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

Yes

Yes, generator will go off once low has reached minimum in fuel tank

Noise Level

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

69 dB

Yes

N/A

CONCLUSION

Pros

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

• This generator has got 4000 surge watts which make it good for powering large appliances or power tools. • It has got a powerful 7HP engine which provides plenty of power to handle many jobs from powering high voltage appliances to heavy duty power tools. • It has got motor stabilizerswhich lowers the noise level for a substantial amount. • It has is designed with in built voltmeter which is a great addition for people with sensitive devices. • It has a super quiet muffle which reduces engine noise. • It has full power panel with oil warning light, voltmeter, circuit breaker and power outlets.

Yes

- Outlets built with rubber covers that guards against elements - 10 inch never go flat solid wheels that can easily climb over any surface - A long runtime of 12 hours to keep you powered during power shortages - Features a power surge alternator that created a short surge power required to start large and small appliances and tools - A fold up handle with rubber details to prevent slipping off hands - High quality metallic fuel tank with a 5 gallon capacity - Portable generator that can be transported to any place without difficulty - Comes with engine oil, manual and easy start and stop guide - Built with a multi featured control panel that has a circuit breaker protection - Its overhead Valve (OHV) technology helps the generator to run cooler and longer - Heavy duty 389 cc engine type that is reliable and long lasting - Generator has been framed for durability - High start of 6250 watts and operation of 5000 watts - Suitable for portable power needs with its 4 120V household outlets and 1 120/240V, 30A locking outlet - Built for multi-purpose because it is RV ready, camping and homes - Contains a low oil shut down to save engine from damage - Great design that easily blends with décor - Built with an open frame design

Cons

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

• The generator has no RV ready outlet meaning that a manual connection must be made. • It is a heavy machine since it weighs 102 pounds hence making it not easy to be relocated. • Recoil starting is time consuming which delays work.

Yes

- Not created for solar usage – no direct sun charge - Uses only one type of fuel – might be costly - Does not recoil to start running - Might be hard to carry in places wheels cannot maneuver over - Uses gasoline which is inflammable

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