CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

DuroStar DS5500EH VS. All Power America APGG4000

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Winner:

DuroStar DS5500EH

Reasons to buy DuroStar DS5500EH:

  • button icon Has an Idle control which holds RPM at a constant level even under heavy loads which saves fuel and reduces noise.
  • button icon Has plenty of power- 5500 starting watts and 4500 running watts
  • button icon Runs on dual fuel which gives you freedom and flexibility of fuel choice.
  • button icon Has a powerful 225cc OHV engine which allows it to power up your essentials
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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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PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS5500EH

  • Electric Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • Cold Start Technology
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
  • Voltmeter
DESIGN:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS5500EH

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
DRAW :
CONCLUSION
WINNER :

All Power America APGG4000

  • Cons
Comparison Winner
DuroStar DS5500EH

Reasons why we like it:

  • Electric Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • Cold Start Technology
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
  • Voltmeter
  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
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COMPARISON – DuroStar DS5500EH VS. All Power America APGG4000

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

DuroStar DS5500EH
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 DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

5500 watts

Yes

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

Running Stats

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

4500 watts

Yes

Rated at 3300 watts of running stats

RV Ready

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

Ready

Yes

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

Gas Powered

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
No

Yes

Uses unleaded gasoline – gas powered

Run Time on Full Tank

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

NA

Yes

N/A

Recoil Start

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

Recoil start is optional

Yes

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

Electric Start

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

Electric start is optional

No

Dual Fuel

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It is designed to use propane / gasoline

No

FUEL TYPE

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

Propane / gasoline

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

36.6A / 18.8A

Yes

N/A

VOLTAGE

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

120 volts

Yes

1-12V DC and 2 x 120 V

FREQUENCY

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

60 HZ

Yes

N/A

HORSEPOWER

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

7.5HP

Yes

8.0 HP

ENGINE TYPE

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

4-Cycle air-cooled spark-ignition

Yes

Built with 4 cycle OHV air cooled - Engine type

ENGINE SPEED

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

3600 RPM

Yes

N/A

CARB Compliant

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It is CARB Complaint

Yes

N/A

CSA Certified

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
No

No

EPA Certified

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It is EPA Certified

Yes

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

Cold Start Technology

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

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

No

Easy to Start

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It is easy to start since it has an optional electric key and an optional recoil start key

Yes

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

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

4 gallons

Yes

4 gallons of unleaded gasoline

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

20 lb

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

8 hours

Yes

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

Runtime (Propane)

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

8 hours at ½ load on 20 lb. tank

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It is designed with a low oil shut off sensor to protect the engine from being damaged

Yes

Automatically shuts down on low oil notice

Air Cooled

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It is air cooled

Yes

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

Engine Capacity

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

224cc

Yes

208 cc

Voltmeter

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

Available

No

Noise Level (dBA)

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

69 dba

Yes

72 db – low operating sound

Multi-Purpose

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It is multi-purpose since it can run multiple power tools at once

Yes

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

Heavy Duty

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It a heavy duty equipment since it is able to run high voltage equipments at any time you need

Yes

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

Solar Generator

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
No

No

Framed for Durability

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It is framed for durability

Yes

Yes – has a frame

Starting method

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

Electric / recoil method

Yes

Uses the recoil method – just pull to start

DuroStar DS5500EH

DESIGN:

Open Frame

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It has a frame

Yes

Constructed with an open frame – helps in movement

Outlets

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

(1)120/240V 30A Twist Lock and (2)120V 20A GFCI Outlet

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 DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It is portable since it is easily transported

Yes

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

Weight

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

130 lbs

Yes

133 pounds – lightweight

Wheel type

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

Solid- fill wheels

Yes

Solid fill wheel type – moves with ease across multiple surfaces

Handle style

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

Has a Wheel kit w/ front handle for easy transporting

Yes

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

Warranty

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

3 year limited factory warranty

Yes

Provided on purchase – registers model number and purchase

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

36.00 x 24.00 x 24.00 Inches

No

Included Accessories

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

8" Pneumatic Knobby Style Solid Fill Tires, Flip-Up Stow Away Handles, Generator Tool Kit and the Owner's Manual

Yes

Mobility kit and muffler

DuroStar DS5500EH

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It automatically shuts off indicating low oil

Yes

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

Low oil shutdown

DuroStar DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

It shuts down when it senses that the oil is low to protect the engine

Yes

Goes off when fuel is low in the fuel tank

Noise Level

DuroStar DS5500EH
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 DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
Yes

• It is designed to run on propane / gasoline for maximum convenience • It uses propane which can be stored for many years • Has a super quite muffler which reduces noise during operations • The generator sits on a frame with four-point isolated motor mounts which enables smooth operation. • Has flexible line that allows easy connecting to all tanks of different sizes.

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 DS5500EH
All Power America APGG4000
No

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

All Power America APGG4000

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