CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

DuroStar DS5500EH VS. Briggs and Stratton 30713

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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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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 DS5500EH

  • RV Ready
  • Recoil Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • ENGINE TYPE
  • EPA Certified
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
  • Voltmeter
  • Starting method
DESIGN:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS5500EH

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

Briggs and Stratton 30713

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Comparison Winner
DuroStar DS5500EH

Reasons why we like it:

  • RV Ready
  • Recoil Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • ENGINE TYPE
  • EPA Certified
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
  • Voltmeter
  • Starting method
  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
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COMPARISON – DuroStar DS5500EH VS. Briggs and Stratton 30713

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

It is a portable device

Yes

Portable Generator with Wheels. 10-INCH WHEELS FOR PORTABILITY

Starting Watts

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

5500 watts

Yes

5000 watts

Running Stats

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

4500 watts

Yes

Runs of 6250 watts – very powerful wattage

RV Ready

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Ready

No

Gas Powered

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

Yes

Works using gasoline

Run Time on Full Tank

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

NA

Yes

Long run time of 12 hours on 1/2 load

Recoil Start

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Recoil start is optional

No

Electric Start

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Electric start is optional

Yes

Electric start - Easy to operate control panel

Dual Fuel

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

It is designed to use propane / gasoline

No

FUEL TYPE

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Propane / gasoline

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

36.6A / 18.8A

Yes

N/A

VOLTAGE

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

120 volts

Yes

120 Voltage

FREQUENCY

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

60 HZ

Yes

N/A

HORSEPOWER

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

7.5HP

Yes

N/A

ENGINE TYPE

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

4-Cycle air-cooled spark-ignition

No

ENGINE SPEED

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

3600 RPM

Yes

389 cc engine type – heavy duty

CARB Compliant

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

It is CARB Complaint

Yes

N/A

CSA Certified

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

No

EPA Certified

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

It is EPA Certified

No

Cold Start Technology

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

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

Yes

N/A

Easy to Start

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

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

Yes

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

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

4 gallons

Yes

5 gallon fuel tank. Delivers 12 hours of uninterrupted runtime

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

20 lb

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

8 hours

Yes

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

Runtime (Propane)

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

8 hours at ½ load on 20 lb. tank

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

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

Yes

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

Air Cooled

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

It is air cooled

Yes

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

Engine Capacity

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

224cc

Yes

389 cc engine capacity

Voltmeter

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Available

No

Noise Level (dBA)

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

69 dba

Yes

Noise Level

Multi-Purpose

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

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

Yes

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

Heavy Duty

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

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

Yes

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

Solar Generator

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

No

Framed for Durability

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

It is framed for durability

Yes

Is framed for durability

Starting method

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Electric / recoil method

No

DuroStar DS5500EH

DESIGN:

Open Frame

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

It has a frame

Yes

Has an open frame

Outlets

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

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

Yes

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

Portable

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

It is portable since it is easily transported

Yes

Generator can be moved to any place.

Weight

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

130 lbs

Yes

187 pounds

Wheel type

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Solid- fill wheels

Yes

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

Handle style

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Has a Wheel kit w/ front handle for easy transporting

Yes

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

Warranty

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

3 year limited factory warranty

Yes

N/A

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

36.00 x 24.00 x 24.00 Inches

No

Included Accessories

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

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

Yes

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

DuroStar DS5500EH

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

It automatically shuts off indicating low oil

Yes

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

Low oil shutdown

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

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

Yes

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

Noise Level

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

69 dba

Yes

N/A

CONCLUSION

Pros

DuroStar DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
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

- 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 DS5500EH
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

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

Briggs and Stratton 30713

Overall Winner

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