CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

DuroStar DS4000S VS. Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

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Winner:

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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Runners Up:

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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PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

  • Electric Start
  • CSA Certified
DESIGN:
DRAW :
SAFETY:
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CONCLUSION
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Comparison Winner
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

Reasons why we like it:

  • Electric Start
  • CSA Certified
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COMPARISON – DuroStar DS4000S VS. Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Yes, it is a portable machine

Yes

4 wheels for portability during movement

Starting Watts

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

4,000 watts

Yes

6250 of starting watts

Running Stats

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

3,300 watts

Yes

5000 running watts

RV Ready

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

It is RV ready

Yes

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

Gas Powered

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Yes, it a gas powered machine since it uses gasoline

Yes

Gas powered

Run Time on Full Tank

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

8 hours at 50% load

Yes

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

Recoil Start

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Yes, the generator is recoil started

Yes

recoil starts

Electric Start

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

is fast and user friendly

Dual Fuel

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

FUEL TYPE

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Gasoline

Yes

Uses gasoline

AMPERAGE

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

27.50A

Yes

21 Amps

VOLTAGE

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

120 V

Yes

120/240 on a single phase

FREQUENCY

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

60Hz

Yes

60 Hertz

HORSEPOWER

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

7 HP

Yes

N/A

ENGINE TYPE

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

4- Stroke

Yes

Vanguard OHV 305cc Engine

ENGINE SPEED

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

3600 RPM

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Yes it is CARB complaint

Yes

N/A

CSA Certified

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

Rated according to CSA standards

EPA Certified

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Yes, it is certified by the EPA

Yes

N/A

Cold Start Technology

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

No

Easy to Start

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

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 DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

3.96 Gallons

Yes

7 gallons of fuel

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

12.3 hours

Yes

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

Runtime (Propane)

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

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

Air Cooled

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

N/A

Engine Capacity

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

208 cc

Yes

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

Voltmeter

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Noise Level (dBA)

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

N/A

Multi-Purpose

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

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

Heavy Duty

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Yes, it is a heavy duty machine

Yes

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

Solar Generator

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Framed for Durability

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Framed

Yes

Generator has been framed for durability

Starting method

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Recoil method

Yes

Both electric and recoil starting method

Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

DESIGN:

Open Frame

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

it has got an open frame

Yes

Yes it is built with an open frame

Outlets

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

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 DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

it is a portable device

Yes

Requires minimal effort to be moved to various locations

Weight

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

105 LBS/

Yes

200 pounds

Wheel type

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

N/A

Yes

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

Handle style

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

Drop down handle style – remains down when not in use

Warranty

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

3 years factory warranty

Yes

Lasts 2 years from purchase

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Included Accessories

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

Comes with an internal trickle and float charger Internal

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

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

Low oil shutdown

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

Generator shuts down when oil is low in fuel tank

Noise Level

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

69 dB

Yes

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

CONCLUSION

Pros

DuroStar DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
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

- 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 DS4000S
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
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

- 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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