CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

DuroStar DS5500EH VS. Firman H03652

product1
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
Check price here....
VS
product1
9
Runners Up:

Firman H03652

Reasons to buy Firman H03652 :

  • button icon Long run time of 14 hours
  • button icon Dual fuel generator
  • button icon Features a low oil shut off and indicator
  • button icon Has a multi featured control panel
Check price here....

summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS5500EH

  • EPA Certified
  • Cold Start Technology
DESIGN:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS5500EH

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

Firman H03652

  • Cons
Comparison Winner
DuroStar DS5500EH

Reasons why we like it:

  • EPA Certified
  • Cold Start Technology
  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
Check price here....

COMPARISON – DuroStar DS5500EH VS. Firman H03652

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

It is a portable device

Yes

It is a portable generator to transport around

Starting Watts

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

5500 watts

Yes

4550 starting watts for gas and 4100 starting watts for propane

Running Stats

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

4500 watts

Yes

3650 running watts for gas and 3300 running watts for propane

RV Ready

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

Ready

Yes

RV ready with its multi feature control panel and covered outlets

Gas Powered

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
No

Yes

Gas powered

Run Time on Full Tank

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

NA

Yes

Runs for 14 hours

Recoil Start

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

Recoil start is optional

Yes

Can be recoil started

Electric Start

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

Electric start is optional

Yes

Features a user friendly electric start

Dual Fuel

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

It is designed to use propane / gasoline

Yes

Gasoline or propane fuel – provides flexibility

FUEL TYPE

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

Propane / gasoline

Yes

Gas and propane – with an extended 5 foot propane hose

AMPERAGE

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

36.6A / 18.8A

Yes

N/A

VOLTAGE

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

120 volts

Yes

120 Voltage

FREQUENCY

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

60 HZ

Yes

60 Hz

HORSEPOWER

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

7.5HP

Yes

N/A

ENGINE TYPE

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

4-Cycle air-cooled spark-ignition

Yes

208 cc dual fuel engine

ENGINE SPEED

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

3600 RPM

Yes

N/A

CARB Compliant

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

It is CARB Complaint

Yes

This portable generator is CARB compliant.

CSA Certified

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
No

No

EPA Certified

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

It is EPA Certified

No

Cold Start Technology

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

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

No

Easy to Start

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

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

Yes

No need of using a lot of effort to start generator

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

4 gallons

Yes

Contains 5 gallon tank capacity combined with fuel gauge

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

20 lb

Yes

About 20 lb propane cylinder capacity

Runtime (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

8 hours

Yes

Spends 14 hours on a 1/2 gasoline load

Runtime (Propane)

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

8 hours at ½ load on 20 lb. tank

Yes

Takes up to 11 hours on a 1/2 load

Low Oil Shut-Off

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

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

Yes

Has a low oil shut off – saves engine from damage

Air Cooled

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

It is air cooled

Yes

Engine runs air cool to prevent overheating

Engine Capacity

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

224cc

Yes

Max Pro Series 208cc Firman engine

Voltmeter

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

Available

Yes

N/A

Noise Level (dBA)

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

69 dba

Yes

67 dBA noise level

Multi-Purpose

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

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

Yes

It’s a multipurpose engine – can be used at camps, homes, job sites and to provide emergency power

Heavy Duty

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

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

Yes

Built for heavy duty – lights up the place and powers up multiple appliances

Solar Generator

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
No

No

Framed for Durability

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

It is framed for durability

Yes

Tubular roll cage frame design – makes generator durable for a long time

Starting method

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

Electric / recoil method

Yes

Both electrical and recoil starting methods

DuroStar DS5500EH

DESIGN:

Open Frame

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

It has a frame

Yes

Open frame design

Outlets

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

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

Yes

(2) 5-20 R 20 A-120 V, (1) TT-30 R 30 A-120 V and (1) L5-30 R 30 A-120 V twist lock

Portable

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

It is portable since it is easily transported

Yes

Wheels and handle make it very portable

Weight

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

130 lbs

Yes

127.7 pounds

Wheel type

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

Solid- fill wheels

Yes

This generator has a 8 inch heavy duty wheel

Handle style

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

Has a Wheel kit w/ front handle for easy transporting

Yes

Built with as U-shaped padded handle - provides an ergonomic grip

Warranty

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

3 year limited factory warranty

Yes

3 years warranty on commercial use and 90 day warranty for residential use

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

36.00 x 24.00 x 24.00 Inches

No

Included Accessories

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
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, 5.5 ft LPG regulator hose , funnel and assembly tool kit

DuroStar DS5500EH

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

It automatically shuts off indicating low oil

Yes

Uses a 4 in one minder indicate low oil

Low oil shutdown

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

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

Yes

Will shut down automatically when battery is low

Noise Level

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
Yes

69 dba

Yes

Features a whisper series muffler with 67 dBA – makes generator run quiet

CONCLUSION

Pros

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
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

- Comes with a 4550 starting watts for gas and 4100 starting watts for propane - Contains a 5 gallon tank combined with a fuel gauge - 3650 running watts for gas and 3300 running watts for propane - Can provide clean fuel and efficient power - The multi feature control panel and covered outlets makes it always RV ready - Built with (2) 5-20 R 20 A-120 V, (1) TT-30 R 30 A-120 V and (1) L5-30 R 30 A-120 V twist lock - Heavy duty engine that can sort all you lighting needs and power different appliances - Uses a dual fuel system of both gas and propane - Features a tubular roll cage frame design for durability - Up to 3 years warranty on commercial use and 90 day warranty for residential use - Shuts down automatically once batter is low - Built with small dimensions to assist during storage - Includes engine oil, funnel and assembly tool kit and 5.5 ft LPG regulator hose - Easy to start without using much effort - Is EPA, CARB and cETL certified to be used in many countries - Portable and can easily be transported both indoors and outdoors - It has a volt lock automatic voltage regulator

Cons

DuroStar DS5500EH
Firman H03652
No

Yes

- Not constructed with a cold start technology - Cannot use solar as fuel - The propane tank is not included

Firman H03652

Overall Winner

DuroStar DS5500EH Check price here....

WAS THIS COMPARISON BETWEEN DuroStar DS5500EH & Firman H03652 HELPFUL TO YOU? IF YES, PLEASE SHARE IT WITH A FRIEND.

0

Thank you for your feedback!

Related Comparisons

DuroStar DS5500EH-vs-DuroMax XP12000EH DuroStar DS5500EH-vs-DuroMax XP4850EH DuroStar DS5500EH-vs-Champion 5000 Watt Portable Generator DuroStar DS5500EH-vs-All Power America APGG4000 DuroStar DS5500EH-vs-All Power America APGG10000GLE DuroStar DS5500EH-vs-All Power America G1200 DuroStar DS5500EH-vs-Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w DuroStar DS5500EH-vs-DuroMax XP5000EHC DuroStar DS5500EH-vs-DuroMax XP4400E DuroStar DS5500EH-vs-DuroMax XP8500E DuroStar DS5500EH-vs-DuroMax XP10000EH DuroStar DS5500EH-vs-DuroStar DS4000S DuroStar DS5500EH-vs-All Power America G10000EGL DuroStar DS5500EH-vs-Briggs and Stratton 30713 DuroStar DS5500EH-vs-Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator DuroStar DS5500EH-vs-ALLPOWERS Portable Generator 288W DuroStar DS5500EH-vs-Briggs and Stratton 30469 DuroStar DS5500EH-vs-Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator DuroStar DS5500EH-vs-Briggs and Stratton 30743 DuroStar DS5500EH-vs-Briggs and Stratton PRO5000