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Generac 7127 iQ3500 VS. DuroMax XP8500E

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Winner:

DuroMax XP8500E

Reasons to buy DuroMax XP8500E:

  • button icon Has low oil indicator which prevents engine damage.
  • button icon Has a super quiet exhaust with a built in spark arrestor which minimize sound.
  • button icon Multi-purpose
  • button icon Has a powerful DUROMAX engine
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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 :

DuroMax XP8500E

  • Recoil Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • ENGINE TYPE
  • ENGINE SPEED
  • EPA Certified
  • Cold Start Technology
  • Air Cooled
  • Voltmeter
  • Heavy Duty
DESIGN:
WINNER :

DuroMax XP8500E

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

DuroMax XP8500E

  • Low Oil Indicator
CONCLUSION
DRAW :
Comparison Winner
DuroMax XP8500E

Reasons why we like it:

  • Recoil Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • ENGINE TYPE
  • ENGINE SPEED
  • EPA Certified
  • Cold Start Technology
  • Air Cooled
  • Voltmeter
  • Heavy Duty
  • Open Frame
  • Wheel type
  • Handle style
  • Low Oil Indicator
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COMPARISON – Generac 7127 iQ3500 VS. DuroMax XP8500E

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

It is a portable generator

Starting Watts

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

3500 starting watts

Yes

8,500 watts

Running Stats

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

3000 running watts

Yes

7,000watts

RV Ready

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
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

RV Ready

Gas Powered

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

This generator is gas powered.

Yes

Yes, it is a gas powered generator

Run Time on Full Tank

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

8 hours

Recoil Start

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
No

Yes

Yes, can be used as backup if the battery is not fully charged

Electric Start

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

Yes, it can be started with electricity

Dual Fuel

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
No

Yes

Gasoline

FUEL TYPE

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

Gasoline

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

25 amps

Yes

58.33A / 29.17A

VOLTAGE

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

120 Volts

Yes

120V / 240VAC & 12VDC

FREQUENCY

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60 Hz

HORSEPOWER

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

212 cc Generac OHV 4-stroke

Yes

Yes, it features a 16 horsepower

ENGINE TYPE

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
No

Yes

4-Cycle Air-Cooled Spark-Ignition

ENGINE SPEED

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
No

Yes

3600RPM

CARB Compliant

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

It is not carb complaint so it cannot be used in California

CSA Certified

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
No

No

EPA Certified

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
No

Yes

It is approved by the EPA

Cold Start Technology

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
No

Yes

Yes, it is available to ensure a quick and easy start in areas where the weather is unpredictable

Easy to Start

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

Yes, it is easy to start because it is equipped with both electric start and recoil start options

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

2.6 gallons

Yes

7.9 gallons

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

14.1 hrs

Yes

11.5 hours at 1/2 load

Runtime (Propane)

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

The generator shuts off when it senses that the oil level is low

Air Cooled

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
No

Yes

Yes, it is air cooled

Engine Capacity

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

212cc

Yes

420 cc

Voltmeter

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
No

Yes

Yes, its available

Noise Level (dBA)

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

N/A

Yes

72 decibel range when loaded

Multi-Purpose

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

Yes, it can be used in camps, running home machines like cookers, for lights

Heavy Duty

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
No

Yes

Yes, it can perform heavy duties

Solar Generator

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
No

No

Framed for Durability

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

Framed

Starting method

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

Push button electric start

Yes

Recoil or electric

DuroMax XP8500E

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
No

Yes

Yes, it has got an open frame

Outlets

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
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

(4)120V 20A GFCI Outlet, (1)120/240V 30A Twist Lock and (1) 10A 12V utility connector

Portable

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

Yes it is portablefor easy relocation

Weight

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

109.1 pounds

Yes

210 LBS

Wheel type

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
No

Yes

Solid-fill wheels

Handle style

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
No

Yes

It has foldable handles

Warranty

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

3 years

Yes

3 years

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

23.7 x 18 x 21.7 inches

No

Included Accessories

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

Oil, funnel, tool kit, and battery

Yes

Oil funnel, spark plug wrench, tool set,Wheel & Handle Kit, DC Charging Cables and owner’s manual .

DuroMax XP8500E

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
No

Yes

Yes, it has got the oil warning flash which flashes before the low oil shut-down feature takes effect.

Low oil shutdown

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

It is designed with a low oil shut-off sensor which prevents the engine from being damaged when oil levels become too low.

Noise Level

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

N/A

Yes

72 dB(A)

DuroMax XP8500E

CONCLUSION

Pros

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

• It is a portable equipment which enables easy transportation from one location. • It has got the never flat tires that are versatile. • it has got a variety of outlets and the unit can be easily transported with the attached wheel kit. • It runs on gas which is a convenient fuel because its readily available and so easy to store. • It has a super quiet exhaust with a built in spark arrestor which minimizes sound.

Cons

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

• No remote start • It does not have wheels

Yes

• The generator is not CARB complaint_ it cannot be used in countries like California. • Its noise levels are a bit higher than the desired.

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