CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

Generac 7127 iQ3500 VS. DuroStar DS4000S

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Winner:

DuroStar DS4000S

Reasons to buy DuroStar DS4000S:

  • button icon Portable Generator
  • button icon Start-Camping & RV Ready
  • button icon 4,000 starting watts and 3,300 running watts
  • button icon High voltage appliances to heavy duty power tools
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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 :

DuroStar DS4000S

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

DuroStar DS4000S

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

DuroStar DS4000S

  • Low Oil Indicator
CONCLUSION
DRAW :
Comparison Winner
DuroStar DS4000S

Reasons why we like it:

  • Recoil Start
  • ENGINE TYPE
  • ENGINE SPEED
  • EPA Certified
  • Cold Start Technology
  • Air Cooled
  • Heavy Duty
  • Open Frame
  • Wheel type
  • Handle style
  • Low Oil Indicator
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COMPARISON – Generac 7127 iQ3500 VS. DuroStar DS4000S

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

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

Yes

Yes, it is a portable machine

Starting Watts

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

3500 starting watts

Yes

4,000 watts

Running Stats

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

3000 running watts

Yes

3,300 watts

RV Ready

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
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

It is RV ready

Gas Powered

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

This generator is gas powered.

Yes

Yes, it a gas powered machine since it uses gasoline

Run Time on Full Tank

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
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 at 50% load

Recoil Start

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

Yes, the generator is recoil started

Electric Start

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

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

No

Dual Fuel

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

FUEL TYPE

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Gasoline

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

25 amps

Yes

27.50A

VOLTAGE

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

120 Volts

Yes

120 V

FREQUENCY

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60Hz

HORSEPOWER

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

212 cc Generac OHV 4-stroke

Yes

7 HP

ENGINE TYPE

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

4- Stroke

ENGINE SPEED

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

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

Yes

Yes it is CARB complaint

CSA Certified

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

EPA Certified

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

Yes, it is certified by the EPA

Cold Start Technology

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

It uses cold start technology in order to be able to perform in cold weather.

Easy to Start

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

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

Yes

Yes, it is easy to start because it has got only one start type

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

2.6 gallons

Yes

3.96 Gallons

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

14.1 hrs

Yes

12.3 hours

Runtime (Propane)

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

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

Yes

Yes, it has a low oil shut off which protects the engine

Air Cooled

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

Yes, it is air cooled since it has got a forced air cooling system

Engine Capacity

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

212cc

Yes

208 cc

Voltmeter

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

Noise Level (dBA)

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

N/A

Yes

69Db-it has got two pairs of isolated motor mounts which reduce noise levels

Multi-Purpose

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

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

Yes

it is multi-purpose since it can serve as a household backup generator as well as a construction power source

Heavy Duty

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

Yes, it is a heavy duty machine

Solar Generator

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

Framed for Durability

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

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

Yes

Framed

Starting method

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Push button electric start

Yes

Recoil method

DuroStar DS4000S

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

it has got an open frame

Outlets

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
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

Two 120V 20A GFCI Outlet and one 120 30A Twist Lock

Portable

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

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

Yes

it is a portable device

Weight

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

109.1 pounds

Yes

105 LBS/

Wheel type

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

N/A

Handle style

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

two practical handles which enables it to be carried easily to anywhere

Warranty

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

3 years

Yes

3 years factory warranty

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

23.7 x 18 x 21.7 inches

No

Included Accessories

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Oil, funnel, tool kit, and battery

Yes

Oil funnel, sparkplug wrench, tool set and owner’s manual

DuroStar DS4000S

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

it has got an oil warning light which indicating low oil level

Low oil shutdown

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

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

Yes

Yes, the generator shuts down automatically after sensing that the oil level is low

Noise Level

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

N/A

Yes

69 dB

DuroStar DS4000S

CONCLUSION

Pros

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

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

Yes

• This generator has got 4000 surge watts which make it good for powering large appliances or power tools. • It has got a powerful 7HP engine which provides plenty of power to handle many jobs from powering high voltage appliances to heavy duty power tools. • It has got motor stabilizerswhich lowers the noise level for a substantial amount. • It has is designed with in built voltmeter which is a great addition for people with sensitive devices. • It has a super quiet muffle which reduces engine noise. • It has full power panel with oil warning light, voltmeter, circuit breaker and power outlets.

Cons

Generac 7127 iQ3500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

• No remote start • It does not have wheels

Yes

• The generator has no RV ready outlet meaning that a manual connection must be made. • It is a heavy machine since it weighs 102 pounds hence making it not easy to be relocated. • Recoil starting is time consuming which delays work.

Overall Winner

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