CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

Generac GP15000E VS. DuroMax XP5000EHC

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Winner:

DuroMax XP5000EHC

Reasons to buy DuroMax XP5000EHC:

  • button icon Has a powerful DUROMAX engine of 225
  • button icon Low oil shutoff which Protects your investment by automatically
  • button icon It is multi-purpose
  • button icon It is good for home backup
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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 XP5000EHC

  • 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 XP5000EHC

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 XP5000EHC

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

This generator is portable to transport to multiple power backup venues

Yes

Yes, it is a portable generator

Starting Watts

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Starts at 22500 powerful watts

Yes

5,000 watts

Running Stats

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Runs at 15000 watts

Yes

4,000 watts

RV Ready

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

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

Yes

Yes, it is RV Ready

Gas Powered

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Yes, powered to run using gas

Yes

the generator is gas powered

Run Time on Full Tank

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Spends 10 hours running after a 50% fuel tank load

Yes

N/A

Recoil Start

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

Yes

Yes, it can be recoil started

Electric Start

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Electric starts with an attached battery

Yes

Yes, but its optional

Dual Fuel

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

Yes

Dual Fuel Portable Generator

FUEL TYPE

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Gasoline fuel type

Yes

Propane / gasoline

AMPERAGE

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

30 amps

Yes

37.50A / 18.75A

VOLTAGE

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

N/A

Yes

120V / 240VAC & 12VDC

FREQUENCY

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

60 hertz

Yes

60Hz

HORSEPOWER

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

N/A

Yes

7.5HP

ENGINE TYPE

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
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 XP5000EHC
Yes

N/A

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

Yes

it is CARB Complaint

CSA Certified

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

No

EPA Certified

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

EPA Certified for safety

Yes

it is certified by EPA

Cold Start Technology

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

No

Easy to Start

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

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

Yes

it is easy to start because it has got two start types namely; recoil and electric start where you can opt to use any of the two.

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

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

Yes

3.96 Gallons

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

Yes

20 Gallons

Runtime (Gasoline)

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

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

Yes

8.92 hours

Runtime (Propane)

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

Yes

7.63 hours

Low Oil Shut-Off

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Inbuilt with a low oil shut off level

Yes

the generator shuts off if it senses that the oil is low

Air Cooled

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Air cools on its own for effectiveness and efficiency

Yes

it is air cooled

Engine Capacity

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Generac 992cc OHVI engine capacity

Yes

225cc

Voltmeter

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

N/A

Yes

it is available

Noise Level (dBA)

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

N/A

Yes

69dB

Multi-Purpose

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

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

Yes

Yes, the generator is multi-purpose since it can run house hold appliances and provide power at job sites

Heavy Duty

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

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

Yes

it performs heavy duty works such as providing power at job sites plus running heavy home appliances

Solar Generator

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

No

Framed for Durability

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

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

Yes

Yes, it is framed for durability

Starting method

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Electric starting method with battery

Yes

Electric / Recoil method

DuroMax XP5000EHC

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

GP15000E comes with an open frame design

Yes

it has an open frame

Outlets

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
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 and (ONE) 120 / 240V 30A Twist Lock

Portable

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

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

Yes

Yes, it is a portable machine which easies it transportation to any desired place

Weight

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

373 pounds

Yes

127 LBS

Wheel type

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

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

Yes

Solid- fill wheels

Handle style

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

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

Yes

Fold handle style

Warranty

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Comes with a 2 year limited warranty from manufacturer

Yes

3 years

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

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

No

Included Accessories

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

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

Yes

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

Generac GP15000E

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Indicates low oil by shutting down the engine to avoid damage

Yes

The generator shuts down indicating low oil levels

Low oil shutdown

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

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

Yes

Yes, it shuts down automatically in case it senses that the oil level is low

Noise Level

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

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

Yes

69Db

CONCLUSION

Pros

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
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

• The generator is powered by a 225cc ohc DUROMAX engine making powerful. • It uses dual fuel since it can run on both propane and gasoline giving you a choice of what fuel to use. • You can choose between operating it at both 120 V and 240 V Simultaneously, or at 120 only with full power. • It has got low oil shut off. • It is reasonably quiet during operation

Cons

Generac GP15000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
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 generator is a potential source of electric shocks in case it is not kept dry hence causing injury. • The engine produces a dangerous chemical which is able to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. • Poor connection of this generator to a building can allow electrical current to back feed into utility lines creating an electrocution hazard o people.

Overall Winner

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