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DuroStar DS5500EH VS. Briggs and Stratton 30469

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9.2
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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7.8
Runners Up:

Briggs and Stratton 30469

Reasons to buy Briggs and Stratton 30469 :

  • button icon 10 inch wheels that never go flat
  • button icon Up to 13 hours of nonstop operation on 50% load
  • button icon 1650 series OHV 342 cc engine capacity
  • button icon Contains hour meter for monitoring the gas levels
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS5500EH

  • Electric Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • CARB Compliant
  • EPA Certified
  • Cold Start Technology
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
  • Air Cooled
  • Voltmeter
DESIGN:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS5500EH

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

Briggs and Stratton 30469

  • Cons
Comparison Winner
DuroStar DS5500EH

Reasons why we like it:

  • Electric Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • CARB Compliant
  • EPA Certified
  • Cold Start Technology
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
  • Air Cooled
  • Voltmeter
  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
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COMPARISON – DuroStar DS5500EH VS. Briggs and Stratton 30469

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

It is a portable device

Yes

Easy to move to multiple venues for power supply

Starting Watts

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

5500 watts

Yes

7500 starting watts

Running Stats

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

4500 watts

Yes

6000 running watts – creates 25% more surge wattage for multiple large devices and power tools at ago

RV Ready

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Ready

Yes

30469 is RV ready – rolls over multiple floors for easy movement

Gas Powered

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

Yes

Uses only gas as a source of fuel

Run Time on Full Tank

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

NA

Yes

Delivers nonstop 13 hours on a 50% load of run time

Recoil Start

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Recoil start is optional

Yes

It recoils to start

Electric Start

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Electric start is optional

No

Dual Fuel

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

It is designed to use propane / gasoline

No

FUEL TYPE

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Propane / gasoline

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

36.6A / 18.8A

Yes

25.0 amps – surge

VOLTAGE

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

120 volts

Yes

120/240 Single Phase

FREQUENCY

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

60 HZ

Yes

60 Hertz

HORSEPOWER

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

7.5HP

Yes

N/A

ENGINE TYPE

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

4-Cycle air-cooled spark-ignition

Yes

Made with a 1650 series OHV 342cc Engine

ENGINE SPEED

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

3600 RPM

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

It is CARB Complaint

No

CSA Certified

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

Yes

Rated according to CSA standards

EPA Certified

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

It is EPA Certified

No

Cold Start Technology

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

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

No

Easy to Start

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

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

Yes

No complicate steps for starting – just recoil

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

4 gallons

Yes

7 gallon fuel tank – large tank capacity

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

20 lb

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

8 hours

Yes

Takes 13 hours at 1/2 load

Runtime (Propane)

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

8 hours at ½ load on 20 lb. tank

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

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

Yes

switches off immediately low oil is detected

Air Cooled

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

It is air cooled

No

Engine Capacity

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

224cc

Yes

342 cc engine capacity

Voltmeter

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Available

No

Noise Level (dBA)

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

69 dba

Yes

N/A

Multi-Purpose

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

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

Yes

It is multipurpose – can be used in sites, homes and camps

Heavy Duty

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

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

Yes

Created for heavy duty – can power multiple large appliances plus power tools at ago

Solar Generator

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

No

Framed for Durability

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

It is framed for durability

Yes

Has been framed – enhances durability

Starting method

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Electric / recoil method

Yes

Recoil starts – use the traditional easy method

DuroStar DS5500EH

DESIGN:

Open Frame

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

It has a frame

Yes

Features an open frame

Outlets

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

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

Yes

4 of 120-volt outlets and 1 of 120/240-volt 30-amp outlet. Have rubber covers

Portable

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

It is portable since it is easily transported

Yes

2 wheels and handles enhance portability

Weight

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

130 lbs

Yes

194 pounds in total weight

Wheel type

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Solid- fill wheels

Yes

Equipped with never go flat wheels – 10 inches. Can rise over different floor types easily

Handle style

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Has a Wheel kit w/ front handle for easy transporting

Yes

‘T’ handle type – can be folded down to save space. Material gentle on the hands

Warranty

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

3 year limited factory warranty

Yes

2 years warranty.

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

36.00 x 24.00 x 24.00 Inches

No

Included Accessories

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

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

Yes

Engine oil, manual guide and a quick start guide

DuroStar DS5500EH

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

It automatically shuts off indicating low oil

Yes

Uses an hour meter – monitors the remaining gasoline levels in the tank

Low oil shutdown

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

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

Yes

Low oil shut down protection – safeguards engine from damage when oil is very low

Noise Level

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

69 dba

Yes

N/A

CONCLUSION

Pros

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
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

- Constructed with a long power supply of 13 hours at 1/2 load - Will produce up to 25% more wattage for all your power needs - Powerful 1650 Series OHV 342cc Engine capacity - A 2 year limited warranty given on purchase that protect against workmanship and defects - Inbuilt with power surge alternator for multiple large appliance at the same time - Easy to start through the recoil starting option - High running wattage of 6000 watts and starting wattage of 7500 watts - Contains an hour meter to indicate progress of gas in fuel tank - Never flat 10 inches wheels promote portability to different places - Outlets are covered with rubber material for durability - Built with a single sided control panel – easily accessible - Foldable handles are easy to store and handle - Solid and compact build with 28.7 x 18.4 x 25.3 inches dimensions - Metallic fuel tank material that is non rust - Has a fast engine speed of 3600 RPM - Shuts down automatically once the fuel is low in the tank - Has a multipurpose ability of being used in many locations - Includes engine oil, quick start guide and manual guide as extra accessories

Cons

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

Yes

- Is not EPA or CARB approved - Cannot be started electrically - Uses only one fuel type – gasoline - Doesn’t charge using direct sunlight - Operates with gasoline which is inflammable - A voltage meter is not included - Generator might release harmful substances from gas during use - Difficult to lift off the ground due to its weight – 194 pounds

Briggs and Stratton 30469

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