CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

Generac GP15000E 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 GP15000E

Reasons to buy Generac GP15000E :

  • button icon Powerful with 22500 starting watts and 15000 running watts
  • button icon Low tone muffler for quiet operation
  • button icon High performance OHVI engine type and capacity
  • button icon 16 gallons large fuel tank capacity
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

  • Recoil Start
  • CARB Compliant
  • CSA Certified
DESIGN:
WINNER :

Generac GP15000E

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
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CONCLUSION
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Comparison Winner
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

Reasons why we like it:

  • Recoil Start
  • CARB Compliant
  • CSA Certified
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COMPARISON – Generac GP15000E VS. Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

This generator is portable to transport to multiple power backup venues

Yes

4 wheels for portability during movement

Starting Watts

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Starts at 22500 powerful watts

Yes

6250 of starting watts

Running Stats

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Runs at 15000 watts

Yes

5000 running watts

RV Ready

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

RV ready through the protected circuit covers and hardened steel tube build

Yes

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

Gas Powered

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Yes, powered to run using gas

Yes

Gas powered

Run Time on Full Tank

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Spends 10 hours running after a 50% fuel tank load

Yes

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

Recoil Start

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

recoil starts

Electric Start

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Electric starts with an attached battery

Yes

is fast and user friendly

Dual Fuel

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

FUEL TYPE

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Gasoline fuel type

Yes

Uses gasoline

AMPERAGE

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

30 amps

Yes

21 Amps

VOLTAGE

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

N/A

Yes

120/240 on a single phase

FREQUENCY

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

60 hertz

Yes

60 Hertz

HORSEPOWER

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

ENGINE TYPE

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

992cc OHVI – has an automotive grade spin-on oil filter that traps out the dirt and any other unwanted materials

Yes

Vanguard OHV 305cc Engine

ENGINE SPEED

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

N/A

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

N/A

CSA Certified

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

Rated according to CSA standards

EPA Certified

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

EPA Certified for safety

Yes

N/A

Cold Start Technology

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Easy to Start

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Effortless starting method through the electric start. Just click on the power button to begin emergency power

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 GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Large 16 gallons fuel tank capacity with an inbuilt gauge and automatic idle control to save fuel

Yes

7 gallons of fuel

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Takes approximately 10 hours running on a 16 gallon gasoline 1/2 load

Yes

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

Runtime (Propane)

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Inbuilt with a low oil shut off level

Yes

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

Air Cooled

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Air cools on its own for effectiveness and efficiency

Yes

N/A

Engine Capacity

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Generac 992cc OHVI engine capacity

Yes

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

Voltmeter

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

N/A

No

Noise Level (dBA)

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

Multi-Purpose

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Multipurpose generator for homes, camps, tailgating, job sites and many more

Yes

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

Heavy Duty

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Heavy duty generator – can light up a 5 ton air conditioner, light, charge and power up other small appliances

Yes

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

Solar Generator

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Framed for Durability

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Framed using hardened 1 1/4 steel tube cradle. Give generator both strength and durability

Yes

Generator has been framed for durability

Starting method

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Electric starting method with battery

Yes

Both electric and recoil starting method

Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

GP15000E comes with an open frame design

Yes

Yes it is built with an open frame

Outlets

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

2 120-volt, 2 120-volt GFCI, 1 120-volt 30 amp twist lock, 1 120/240-volt 50 amp, and 1 12 VDC battery charger outlets

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 GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Yes, this generator is portable to move to another location using wheels and handle

Yes

Requires minimal effort to be moved to various locations

Weight

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

373 pounds

Yes

200 pounds

Wheel type

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Moves using the pneumatic wheels that are constructed for all terrain types

Yes

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

Handle style

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Uses an integrated lifting eye handle style. comfortable in handles to provide security outdoors and easy movement

Yes

Drop down handle style – remains down when not in use

Warranty

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Comes with a 2 year limited warranty from manufacturer

Yes

Lasts 2 years from purchase

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

48.5 L x 31 W x 39.5 H inches – compact size

No

Included Accessories

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Includes; first oil supply, 12VDC 365-CCA battery, a maintenance and wheel kit plus and owner’s manual

Yes

Comes with an internal trickle and float charger Internal

Generac GP15000E

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Indicates low oil by shutting down the engine to avoid damage

Yes

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

Low oil shutdown

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Low oil level shutdown immediately low oil is detected in the large 16 gallons fuel tank capacity

Yes

Generator shuts down when oil is low in fuel tank

Noise Level

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Low tone muffler – maintains a quiet operation during emergency power supply

Yes

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

CONCLUSION

Pros

Generac GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

- Shuts down automatically once the fuel is low to protect the engine from getting damaged - Built with a strong steel frame hardened using a 1 1/4 inch steel tube cradle to last over the years - Uses a heavy duty never flat wheels to easily moves on different terrains - Features an hour meter that keeps track of the maintenance intervals - 992-cc overhead valve industrial engine type with an unique X-torq that promotes efficiency and also includes pressurized lubrication systems - Powered with a Powerful with 22500 starting watts and 15000 running watts - Features a sturdy 16 gallon fuel tank capacity that delivers up to 10 hours after 50% load - Outlets include; 2 120-volt, 2 120-volt GFCI, 1 120-volt 30 amp twist lock, 1 120/240-volt 50 amp, and 1 12 VDC battery charger outlets with overload protection - Generator is backed with a 2 year limited manufacturer warranty - Has been EPA certified

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 GP15000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

- Doesn’t have the ability to recoil start - Uses gasoline which can be dangerous - It is not CARB and CSA certified for environmental safety - Not solar efficient

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

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