CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

DuroStar DS5500EH VS. DuroMax XP10000EH

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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:

DuroMax XP10000EH

Reasons to buy DuroMax XP10000EH :

  • button icon Has a low oil shutoff
  • button icon Has plenty of power_10,000starting watts and 8,000 running watts.
  • button icon Has a powerful 18HP engine
  • button icon It complies with emissions standards
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS5500EH

  • Run Time on Full Tank
  • Cold Start Technology
  • Voltmeter
DESIGN:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS5500EH

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

DuroMax XP10000EH

  • Cons
Comparison Winner
DuroStar DS5500EH

Reasons why we like it:

  • Run Time on Full Tank
  • Cold Start Technology
  • Voltmeter
  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
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COMPARISON – DuroStar DS5500EH VS. DuroMax XP10000EH

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

It is a portable device

Yes

Yes it’s a portable generator

Starting Watts

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

5500 watts

Yes

10,000 watts

Running Stats

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

4500 watts

Yes

8,000 watts

RV Ready

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

Ready

Yes

RV Ready

Gas Powered

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
No

Yes

Yes, its powered by gas or propane

Run Time on Full Tank

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

NA

No

Recoil Start

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

Recoil start is optional

Yes

Yes, it can be recoil started

Electric Start

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

Electric start is optional

Yes

can be electric started

Dual Fuel

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

It is designed to use propane / gasoline

Yes

Yes, (Gasoline & Propane) this gives you freedom and flexibility to fuel choice

FUEL TYPE

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

Propane / gasoline

Yes

Gasoline / Propane

AMPERAGE

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

36.6A / 18.8A

Yes

66.5A / 33.3A

VOLTAGE

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

120 volts

Yes

120V / 240VAC & 12VDC

FREQUENCY

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

60 HZ

Yes

60Hz

HORSEPOWER

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

7.5HP

Yes

18HP

ENGINE TYPE

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

4-Cycle air-cooled spark-ignition

Yes

4-Cycle Air-Cooled Spark-Ignition

ENGINE SPEED

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

3600 RPM

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

It is CARB Complaint

Yes

The generator is CARB complaint

CSA Certified

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
No

No

EPA Certified

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

It is EPA Certified

Yes

Yes, its EPA certified

Cold Start Technology

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

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

No

Easy to Start

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

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

Yes

It’s easy to start_ you can either electric start it or recoil start it

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

4 gallons

Yes

8.3 Gallons

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

20 lb

Yes

40 LBS

Runtime (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

8 hours

Yes

10.4 hours

Runtime (Propane)

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

8 hours at ½ load on 20 lb. tank

Yes

8.6 hours

Low Oil Shut-Off

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

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

Yes

it has a low oil shut-off that protects your generator by automatically shutting it off when it senses that the oil is low

Air Cooled

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

It is air cooled

Yes

the generator is air cooled

Engine Capacity

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

224cc

Yes

440cc

Voltmeter

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

Available

No

Noise Level (dBA)

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

69 dba

Yes

72dB

Multi-Purpose

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

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

Yes

Its designed to handle multiple jobs

Heavy Duty

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

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

Yes

it has a powerful engine which provides plenty of power to handle heavy duty power tools

Solar Generator

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
No

No

Framed for Durability

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

It is framed for durability

Yes

framed

Starting method

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

Electric / recoil method

Yes

Electric / Recoil

DuroStar DS5500EH

DESIGN:

Open Frame

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

It has a frame

Yes

Yes, the generator has an open frame

Outlets

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

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

Yes

(Two)120V 20A GFCI Outlet, (One)120V 30A Twist Lock, (One)120/240V 30A Twist Lock & (One)120/240V 50A Heavy Duty Outlet.

Portable

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

It is portable since it is easily transported

Yes

It can be easily transported to anywhere

Weight

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

130 lbs

Yes

232LBS

Wheel type

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

Solid- fill wheels

Yes

Solid-fill wheels

Handle style

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

Has a Wheel kit w/ front handle for easy transporting

Yes

Foldable handle_makes it easy to be transported

Warranty

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

3 year limited factory warranty

Yes

3-years

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

36.00 x 24.00 x 24.00 Inches

No

Included Accessories

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

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

Yes

Wheel & Handle Kit, DC Charging Cables, Oil Funnel, Spark Plug Wrench and Owner's Manual.

DuroStar DS5500EH

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

It automatically shuts off indicating low oil

Yes

the generator automatically shut-off showing low oil level

Low oil shutdown

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

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

Yes

the generator shut-down in case the oil level has lowered

Noise Level

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
Yes

69 dba

Yes

72dB

CONCLUSION

Pros

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
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

• It’s a portable generator making it easy to be transported. • It can run on gasoline or propane which gives you an alternative choice during emergencies i.e. when gasoline is scarce. • This generator is covered by a 3-year factory warranty. • It has an electric start which makes it very convenient and easy to use. • It allows the user to get maximum power from each of the 120-Volt receptacles and to choose between operating at both 120-Volt and 240-Volt simultaneously or at 120-Volt only with full power. • Its quiet muffler reduces engine noise. • The generator has endless uses, from home standby power and job sites to a weekend with the RV ready

Cons

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP10000EH
No

Yes

• This generator is noisy during its operations _ causing noise pollution in the environment. • During operations, this generator emits a dangerous chemical which causes cancer or birth defects when inhaled. • At times, this generator requires use of manual power _ during recoil start making it tiresome to operate with. • The generator is also a potential source of electric shocks incase not kept dry.

DuroMax XP10000EH

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