CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

Generac GP15000E VS. DuroMax XP12000EH

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Winner:

DuroMax XP12000EH

Reasons to buy DuroMax XP12000EH:

  • button icon Ideal for House, Camping, Parties and Rv
  • button icon Unique MX2 switch, which doubles your 120-volt amperage for heavy loads.
  • button icon Can run on Propane or Gasoline.
  • button icon It has got a powerful Duromax engine.
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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 :

DuroMax XP12000EH

  • Recoil Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • CARB Compliant
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
DESIGN:
WINNER :

Generac GP15000E

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
DRAW :
CONCLUSION
DRAW :
Comparison Winner
DuroMax XP12000EH

Reasons why we like it:

  • Recoil Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • CARB Compliant
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
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COMPARISON – Generac GP15000E VS. DuroMax XP12000EH

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

This generator is portable to transport to multiple power backup venues

Yes

Yes it is a portable generator

Starting Watts

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Starts at 22500 powerful watts

Yes

12,000 Watts

Running Stats

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Runs at 15000 watts

Yes

9,500 Watts

RV Ready

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

With its fordable handles, wheels and various outlets - this model is RV ready

Gas Powered

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Yes, powered to run using gas

Yes

Gas powered

Run Time on Full Tank

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Spends 10 hours running after a 50% fuel tank load

Yes

8.83 hours(gasoline) and 7.2hours(propane)

Recoil Start

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

Yes

You can manually start or pull start the engine using a rope start.

Electric Start

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Electric starts with an attached battery

Yes

Features a user-friendly keyed electric start

Dual Fuel

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

Yes

Uses Propane & Gasoline

FUEL TYPE

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Gasoline fuel type

Yes

GASOLINE / PROPANE

AMPERAGE

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

30 amps

Yes

39.6A/79.2A

VOLTAGE

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

N/A

Yes

120V / 240VAC & 12VDC

FREQUENCY

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

60 hertz

Yes

60Hz

HORSEPOWER

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

N/A

Yes

18HP

ENGINE TYPE

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

4-CYCLE AIR-COOLED SPARK-IGNITION

ENGINE SPEED

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

N/A

Yes

3600RPM

CARB Compliant

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

Yes

Yes, it’s CARB Compliant

CSA Certified

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

No

EPA Certified

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

EPA Certified for safety

Yes

Yes It is EPA certified

Cold Start Technology

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

No

Easy to Start

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

It’s easy to start. Electric Start - no manual work required

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

8.3 Gallons

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

Yes

40 GALLONS

Runtime (Gasoline)

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

8.83 HOURS

Runtime (Propane)

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

Yes

7.2 HOURS

Low Oil Shut-Off

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Inbuilt with a low oil shut off level

Yes

Yes it has a low oil shut-off – Which Protects your generator by automatically shutting it off when it senses that the oil is low.

Air Cooled

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Air cools on its own for effectiveness and efficiency

Yes

Yes it can be cooled by air

Engine Capacity

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Generac 992cc OHVI engine capacity

Yes

457 cc

Voltmeter

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

N/A

Yes

It is 12000eh voltmeter

Noise Level (dBA)

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

N/A

Yes

It’s at 74Db at 1/4 load - With an oversized noise reducing muffler with a built-in spark arrestor which enables smooth and quiet operation.

Multi-Purpose

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

Yes its multi-purpose. For house , parties , RV, camping

Heavy Duty

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

It performs heavy duties – Can be used as back-up for house, can also be used on parties.

Solar Generator

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

No

Framed for Durability

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

Yes its framed

Starting method

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Electric starting method with battery

Yes

ELECTRIC / RECOIL

DuroMax XP12000EH

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

GP15000E comes with an open frame design

Yes

Yes it has got an open frame

Outlets

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
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

(Two) - 120V 20A GFCI Outlet, (One) - 120V 30A Twist Lock, (One) - 120/240V 30A Twist Lock, (One) - 120/240V 50A Heavy Duty Outlet.

Portable

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

You can transport it anywhere

Weight

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

373 pounds

Yes

260LBS

Wheel type

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

It has solid fill-wheels

Handle style

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

Fold-able handles – make it easy to transport

Warranty

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Comes with a 2 year limited warranty from manufacturer

Yes

3 years

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

No

Included Accessories

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

Oil Funnel, Spark Plug Wrench, Tool Set, Wheel & Handle Kit, DC Charging Cables and Owner's Manual

Generac GP15000E

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Indicates low oil by shutting down the engine to avoid damage

Yes

The generator shuts down indicating low oil level

Low oil shutdown

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

Yes the generator shuts down in case the oil level is low

Noise Level

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

74dB

CONCLUSION

Pros

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
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

• Affordable and versatile than a standby generator while still holding enough power for running household appliances. • Great for keeping the essential electronics running at home and • Suitable as a work site generator. • The installation process of the generator is easier and also more affordable. • Portable. • Its covered by a 3 –year factory warranty. • Its engine is powerful.

Cons

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP12000EH
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

• The engine produces a dangerous chemical which causes cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. • Incase Gasoline is ignited, a person maybe burnt or injured since Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. • Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas that can build up to dangerous levels in closed areas hence breathing it can cause unconsciousness or death. • Improper connection to a building can allow electrical current to back feed into utility lines creating an electrocution hazard. • The generator is potential source of electrical shock if not kept dry. • The generator makes a lot of noise hence ending up polluting the environment.

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