CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

DuroStar DS4400E VS. All Power America APGG4000

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8.6
Winner:

DuroStar DS4400E

Reasons to buy DuroStar DS4400E:

  • button icon It is good for home emergency power back up if in need
  • button icon Has a quiet exhaust w/built-in spark arrestor
  • button icon Has a dependable 7 HP Durostar Air Cooled OHV Engine with Low Oil Indicator lamp & shutoff
  • button icon Can power machines on festivals or events
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Runners Up:

All Power America APGG4000

Reasons to buy All Power America APGG4000 :

  • button icon High peak power of 4000 watts
  • button icon Has a low operating noise level of 72 db only
  • button icon Created with a 4 cycle OHV air cool engine type
  • button icon Comes with a wheel kit for easy transportation
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS4400E

  • Electric Start
  • Cold Start Technology
  • Voltmeter
DESIGN:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS4400E

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
DRAW :
CONCLUSION
DRAW :
Comparison Winner
DuroStar DS4400E

Reasons why we like it:

  • Electric Start
  • Cold Start Technology
  • Voltmeter
  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
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COMPARISON – DuroStar DS4400E VS. All Power America APGG4000

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It is a portable device

Yes

Lightweight – makes it portable to shift from home to other areas

Starting Watts

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

4400 watts

Yes

4000 watts – delivers powerful operation up to 8 hours on 1/2 load

Running Stats

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

3500 watts

Yes

Rated at 3300 watts of running stats

RV Ready

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
No

Yes

Designed without any pneumatic and no flat tires and handles – APGG4000 is RV ready.

Gas Powered

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It is powered by gas

Yes

Uses unleaded gasoline – gas powered

Run Time on Full Tank

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

11.5 hours

Yes

N/A

Recoil Start

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

You can choose to use recoil start or electric start method

Yes

Recoils only to start – manually pull the engine using the rope to power on

Electric Start

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

Electric start is optional

No

Dual Fuel

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
No

No

FUEL TYPE

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

Gasoline

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

29.17A / 14.58A

Yes

N/A

VOLTAGE

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

120V / 240VAC & 12VDC

Yes

1-12V DC and 2 x 120 V

FREQUENCY

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

N/A

HORSEPOWER

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

7 HP

Yes

8.0 HP

ENGINE TYPE

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

4-CYCLE AIR-COOLED SPARK-IGNITION

Yes

Built with 4 cycle OHV air cooled - Engine type

ENGINE SPEED

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

3600 RPM

Yes

N/A

CARB Compliant

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It is CARB complaint

Yes

N/A

CSA Certified

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
No

No

EPA Certified

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It is certified by EPA

Yes

Verified to be certified by EPA – doesn’t release chemicals or hazardous electrical systems

Cold Start Technology

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

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

No

Easy to Start

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It is easy to start since it is designed with a pull start mechanism

Yes

Very easy to start – simply recoil and pull to start APGG4000 generator

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

4 gallons

Yes

4 gallons of unleaded gasoline

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

11.46 hours

Yes

Runs up to 8 hours on 1/2 load while using gasoline

Runtime (Propane)

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

Has a low oil warning lamp which lights in case of low oil

Yes

Automatically shuts down on low oil notice

Air Cooled

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

Its cooled by air

Yes

Cools down using air after heat up – protects the engine from getting spoilt

Engine Capacity

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

208cc

Yes

208 cc

Voltmeter

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

Available

No

Noise Level (dBA)

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

69 DBA

Yes

72 db – low operating sound

Multi-Purpose

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It is mult-purpose since it can run multiple power tools a once

Yes

Created for multi-purpose – suitable for camping, homes and tailgating

Heavy Duty

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
No

Yes

It carries out heavy duties – great option for backups at homes, while tailgating or camping

Solar Generator

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
No

No

Framed for Durability

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It is framed for durability

Yes

Yes – has a frame

Starting method

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

Recoil and electric start method

Yes

Uses the recoil method – just pull to start

DuroStar DS4400E

DESIGN:

Open Frame

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

Has an open frame

Yes

Constructed with an open frame – helps in movement

Outlets

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

(one) Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI and (one) 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) receptacle

Yes

2 x 120 V, 1 x 120 TL and 1 x 12 V DC of output. 1 – 12 V DC of twist lock outlet

Portable

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It is portable since it is equipped with folding handles and a wheel kit for easy transportation

Yes

Portable with wheels and handles for easy transportation. Comes with mobility kit

Weight

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

125 lbs

Yes

133 pounds – lightweight

Wheel type

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

NA

Yes

Solid fill wheel type – moves with ease across multiple surfaces

Handle style

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

Has folding handles for easy transportation

Yes

Fold down locking handles. Easily stored due to small foot print

Warranty

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

3 year limited factory warranty

Yes

Provided on purchase – registers model number and purchase

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

L24 x W17 x H17 inches

No

Included Accessories

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

oil funnel, spark plug wrench, wheel & handle kit, tool set, dc charging cables and the owner's manual

Yes

Mobility kit and muffler

DuroStar DS4400E

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It has a low oil light indicator

Yes

Oil lamp – indicates and immediately powers off on low oil fuel tank

Low oil shutdown

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It shuts off in case the oil is low

Yes

Goes off when fuel is low in the fuel tank

Noise Level

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

69 DBA

Yes

72 db during 1/2 load – low noise and doesn’t bother most people

CONCLUSION

Pros

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It is designed for tough environments and demanding outdoor use. It is designed with a convenient voltmeter which provides it with an easy way to monitor power output anytime.

Yes

• Uses gasoline fuel type • Constructed with a 4 cycle air cooled engine type • Maximum standard wattage of 4000 watts with an output of 3300 watts • Spends 8 hours of runtime at 1/2 load • Detects low oil and shuts down instantly • Certified by EPA for safety • Has an auto voltage regulation system • Properly framed for durability • 4 gallon fuel tank capacity that is enough to provide 8 hours of operation • Effortlessly recoils to start • Engine can be air cooled • Contains a muffler • Easy to fill and accessible gas tank • Solid Wheel kit for easy transportation • Powerful engine of 208 cc • Heavy duty and multipurpose generator • Features a twist lock outlet • Compact build for easy storage • Operates on a twist lock outlet of 1 – 12 V DC • Easy to access control panel

Cons

DuroStar DS4400E
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It is not recommended for powering sensitive electronic devices because of its relatively high THD (<12%). It weighs 125 lbs which makes it difficult to be manually lifted.

Yes

• Not built with an hour meter to indicate the time • Doesn’t include an allowance for propane in case you don’t have fuel • Is not solar generated • Produces some little noise during runtime • Doesn’t have an electric start option – only recoil • Batteries are not included – purchase it separately • Uses gasoline which is highly inflammable if you smoke or light fire near it

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