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Generac 7127 iQ3500 VS. Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

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Winner:

Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

Reasons to buy Briggs and Stratton PRO5000:

  • button icon Up to 13 hours of run time on ½ load
  • button icon Engine can produce 10 foot pounds of torque
  • button icon Uses an hour meter to monitor gas levels
  • button icon Has a 25% more power surge alternator
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Runners Up:

Generac 7127 iQ3500

Reasons to buy Generac 7127 iQ3500 :

  • button icon IQ 3500 portable inverter generator.
  • button icon Digital smart LCD control panel.
  • button icon Ideal for work and play
  • button icon Ultra quiet
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

  • Recoil Start
  • ENGINE TYPE
  • ENGINE SPEED
  • CSA Certified
  • EPA Certified
  • Air Cooled
  • Heavy Duty
DESIGN:
WINNER :

Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

  • Open Frame
  • Wheel type
  • Handle style
SAFETY:
WINNER :

Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

  • Low Oil Indicator
CONCLUSION
DRAW :
Comparison Winner
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

Reasons why we like it:

  • Recoil Start
  • ENGINE TYPE
  • ENGINE SPEED
  • CSA Certified
  • EPA Certified
  • Air Cooled
  • Heavy Duty
  • Open Frame
  • Wheel type
  • Handle style
  • Low Oil Indicator
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COMPARISON – Generac 7127 iQ3500 VS. Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Durable steel enclosure, clean inverter power, and easy portability make this the ideal generator for job sites or recreational activities.

Yes

4 wheels for portability during movement

Starting Watts

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

3500 starting watts

Yes

6250 of starting watts

Running Stats

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

3000 running watts

Yes

5000 running watts

RV Ready

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

This generator is RV Ready and can be carried with you when traveling. the Generac iQ3500 is a compact portable inverter generator mostly geared towards:RV travellers looking for even more independence

Yes

Built with 4 wheels and multiple outlets – this generator is RV ready

Gas Powered

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

This generator is gas powered.

Yes

Gas powered

Run Time on Full Tank

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

The fuel capacity of 2.6 gallons allows the iQ3500 to operate for up to 14.1 hours with a full tank

Yes

Runs 13 hours on 1/2 load – ideal for long hour use

Recoil Start

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

recoil starts

Electric Start

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

This inverter generator can be started via a simple traditional pull-start mechanism, or a convenient and easy-to-use electric starter.

Yes

is fast and user friendly

Dual Fuel

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

FUEL TYPE

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Gasoline

Yes

Uses gasoline

AMPERAGE

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

25 amps

Yes

21 Amps

VOLTAGE

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

120 Volts

Yes

120/240 on a single phase

FREQUENCY

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60 Hertz

HORSEPOWER

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

212 cc Generac OHV 4-stroke

Yes

N/A

ENGINE TYPE

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

Vanguard OHV 305cc Engine

ENGINE SPEED

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

The Generac iQ3500 is CARB-compliant. Thus, selling and purchasing this generator is allowed in each of the 50 states, including California.

Yes

N/A

CSA Certified

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

Rated according to CSA standards

EPA Certified

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

N/A

Cold Start Technology

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Easy to Start

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

This inverter generator can be started via a simple traditional pull-start mechanism.

Yes

Yes it is easy to start – uses a one touch starting method. Also has a recoil backup to start

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

2.6 gallons

Yes

7 gallons of fuel

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

14.1 hrs

Yes

Takes 13 hours of nonstop runtime on a 1/2 load

Runtime (Propane)

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

This generator has a low oil shutdown which protects your generator from damage.

Yes

Contains low oil shut off – once the hour meter indicates little time remaining generator automatically shuts down.

Air Cooled

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

N/A

Engine Capacity

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

212cc

Yes

305 cc – can produce up to 10 foot pounds of torque

Voltmeter

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Noise Level (dBA)

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

Multi-Purpose

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

The iQ3500 portable inverter generator lets you bring power wherever you go – from tailgating parties to camping trips, the jobsite and beyond.

Yes

Perfect for multi-purpose. For camps, tailgating, homes and sites

Heavy Duty

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

Features a power surge alternator – able to operate many large appliances at a go

Solar Generator

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Framed for Durability

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

This generator is made with a durable steel enclosure making it ideal for work and play.

Yes

Generator has been framed for durability

Starting method

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Push button electric start

Yes

Both electric and recoil starting method

Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

Yes it is built with an open frame

Outlets

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

The control panel has 3 AC Outlets 2 duplex 120V 2OA (5-20R) and a 120V 3OA (L5-30R) receptacle. Additionally, it features 2 DC outlets: there are two 5V USB ports allowing you to conveniently charge electronics such as mobile phones and tablets.

Yes

(2) 120-volt 20-amp outlets, (1) 120-volt 30-amp locking outlet, (1) 120/240-volt 30-amp locking outlet, (1) 12-Volt 10-amp DC outlet

Portable

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

This generator is a portable investment that you can carry with you to places say for camping, outdoor parties.

Yes

Requires minimal effort to be moved to various locations

Weight

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

109.1 pounds

Yes

200 pounds

Wheel type

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

Up to 4 large Never Flat Wheels .Ease transportation on both sides. Have locking brakes

Handle style

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

Drop down handle style – remains down when not in use

Warranty

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

3 years

Yes

Lasts 2 years from purchase

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

23.7 x 18 x 21.7 inches

No

Included Accessories

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Oil, funnel, tool kit, and battery

Yes

Comes with an internal trickle and float charger Internal

Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

Hour meter – checks the gas level and turns off on low oil

Low oil shutdown

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

This generator has an automatic low oil shutdown which will prompt the generator to shut down when the oil runs low.

Yes

Generator shuts down when oil is low in fuel tank

Noise Level

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

N/A

Yes

Super Lo – tone – minimizes the noise and lessens the vibration power produced

Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

CONCLUSION

Pros

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

• Good for its price • Necessary accessories included • Electric start • Parallel capable • Decently heavy • Good fuel efficiency • long runtime

Yes

- Can provide a clean and instant power for appliances and multiple electronics during power shortage - Attached with a 2 year warranty to guard against defects and workmanship - Has a 305 cc powerful engine that easily handles tough jobs - Features a full GFCI protection that works as circuit breakers for the engine - Low oil automatic shut down can extend the battery life - Delivers a total of 13 hours after a 1/2 load - Large tank capacity of 7 gallons – reduces the refill frequency - Up to 4 never flat wheels to ease movement during transportation - Uses the quick electric restart and traditional recoil method - Created for multi-purpose operation like at sites, camps and homes - It has been built with an open frame and also framed for durability - Features a super lo tone muffler that lessens the noise and reduces on the vibration during operation - Comes with an automatic voltage regulation system that produces 25% more surge wattage to simplify start up - Uses a drop down handle to pull and it can be stored easily - Meets all the standards of CSA certification - Appropriate dimensions for storage - 34 x 27 x 26 inches - Additional accessories of internal trickle charger and a float charger

Cons

Generac 7127 iQ3500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

• No remote start • It does not have wheels

Yes

- Does not have a cold start technology - Is not a solar generator - Wheels cannot climb over stairs or other highly raised surfaces - Doesn’t use propane to run - Not voltage meter

Overall Winner

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