CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

DuroStar DS5500EH VS. DuroMax XP4400E

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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:

DuroMax XP4400E

Reasons to buy DuroMax XP4400E :

  • button icon Has a powerful DUROMAX7 HP engine
  • button icon It provides the added power to run demanding high amperage tools and appliances
  • button icon Has surge arrest which protect your generator from power surges.
  • button icon Gas Powered Portable Generator
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS5500EH

  • Cold Start Technology
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
DESIGN:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS5500EH

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

DuroMax XP4400E

  • Cons
Comparison Winner
DuroStar DS5500EH

Reasons why we like it:

  • Cold Start Technology
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
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COMPARISON – DuroStar DS5500EH VS. DuroMax XP4400E

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

It is a portable device

Yes

Portable

Starting Watts

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

5500 watts

Yes

4,400 watts

Running Stats

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

4500 watts

Yes

3,500 watts

RV Ready

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Ready

Yes

RV is ready

Gas Powered

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
No

Yes

it runs on gas

Run Time on Full Tank

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

NA

Yes

11.46 Hours

Recoil Start

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Recoil start is optional

Yes

Recoil start is optional

Electric Start

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Electric start is optional

Yes

The generator can be electrically started

Dual Fuel

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

It is designed to use propane / gasoline

Yes

Yes, it uses dual fuel for its operations

FUEL TYPE

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Propane / gasoline

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

36.6A / 18.8A

Yes

29.17A / 14.58A

VOLTAGE

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

120 volts

Yes

120V / 240VAC & 12VDC

FREQUENCY

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

60 HZ

Yes

60Hz

HORSEPOWER

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

7.5HP

Yes

7 HP

ENGINE TYPE

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

4-Cycle air-cooled spark-ignition

Yes

4-Cycle Air-Cooled Spark-Ignition

ENGINE SPEED

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

3600 RPM

Yes

Engine Speed 3600 Rpm

CARB Compliant

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

It is CARB Complaint

Yes

it is CARB complaint

CSA Certified

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
No

Yes

it is CARB complaint

EPA Certified

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

It is EPA Certified

Yes

it is EPA certified

Cold Start Technology

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

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

No

Easy to Start

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

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

Yes

Yes, the generator is easy to start since it provides two options to be started (electric /recoil)

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

4 gallons

Yes

3.96 Gallons

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

20 lb

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

8 hours

Yes

11.6 hours

Runtime (Propane)

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

8 hours at ½ load on 20 lb. tank

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

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

Yes

The generator immediately shut-off after sensing that the oil is low

Air Cooled

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

It is air cooled

Yes

it is air cooled which prevents engine damage

Engine Capacity

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

224cc

Yes

208 cc

Voltmeter

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Available

Yes

Yes it is available

Noise Level (dBA)

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

69 dba

Yes

7Db, it has an auto throttle switch which deals with noise reduction

Multi-Purpose

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

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

Yes

Yes, it can be used on job sites, recreations , home light

Heavy Duty

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

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

Yes

it is a heavy duty machine

Solar Generator

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
No

No

Framed for Durability

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

It is framed for durability

Yes

the generator is framed for durability

Starting method

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Electric / recoil method

Yes

Electric switch / recoil start

DuroStar DS5500EH

DESIGN:

Open Frame

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

It has a frame

Yes

Yes, it has got an open frame

Outlets

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

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

Yes

Two 120V 20A GFCI Outlet and One 120/240V 30A Twist Lock

Portable

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

It is portable since it is easily transported

Yes

Yes, it is a portable item which easies its transportation from place to place

Weight

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

130 lbs

Yes

127LBS

Wheel type

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Solid- fill wheels

Yes

Solid - fill wheels

Handle style

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Has a Wheel kit w/ front handle for easy transporting

Yes

Has Fold handles for easy transportation

Warranty

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

3 year limited factory warranty

Yes

3 Years limited warranty

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

36.00 x 24.00 x 24.00 Inches

No

Included Accessories

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

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

Yes

Owner’s manual, spark plug wrench, wheel and handle kit, oil funnel, tool set and DC charging cables

DuroStar DS5500EH

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

It automatically shuts off indicating low oil

Yes

Yes, it shuts off to indicate low oil level

Low oil shutdown

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

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

Yes

The generator shuts down after sensing that the oil level is low which protects the engine

Noise Level

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

69 dba

Yes

69 dB

CONCLUSION

Pros

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
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

o It has got a powerful 7 Hp engine which is able to accept high wattage loads so easily. o Its operations are quiet since it has a heavy duty frame with four points which are fully isolated motor mounts. o You can opt to electric start it or recoil start making it easy to be used.

Cons

DuroStar DS5500EH
DuroMax XP4400E
No

Yes

o It is bulky in terms of transportation o It produces a dangerous chemical (carbon dioxide) which is harmful to people’s lives. o It is noisy during operations hence causing noise pollution in the environment.

DuroMax XP4400E

Overall Winner

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