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Generac GP1800 VS. Briggs and Stratton 30469

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Winner:

Generac GP1800

Reasons to buy Generac GP1800:

  • button icon Easy operation with ON/OFF switch
  • button icon CSA Compliant
  • button icon 3.5 gallon steel fuel tank
  • button icon Automatic low oil shut down with overload protection
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Runners Up:

Briggs and Stratton 30469

Reasons to buy Briggs and Stratton 30469 :

  • button icon 10 inch wheels that never go flat
  • button icon Up to 13 hours of nonstop operation on 50% load
  • button icon 1650 series OHV 342 cc engine capacity
  • button icon Contains hour meter for monitoring the gas levels
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

Generac GP1800

  • Air Cooled
  • Voltmeter
DESIGN:
DRAW :
SAFETY:
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CONCLUSION
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Generac GP1800

Reasons why we like it:

  • Air Cooled
  • Voltmeter
  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
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COMPARISON – Generac GP1800 VS. Briggs and Stratton 30469

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Yes, it can be easily transported from one place to another during emergency power needs.

Yes

Easy to move to multiple venues for power supply

Starting Watts

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Starts with 2,050 watts

Yes

7500 starting watts

Running Stats

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Runs at 1,800 watts

Yes

6000 running watts – creates 25% more surge wattage for multiple large devices and power tools at ago

RV Ready

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

RV ready – inbuilt with a spark arrestor ideal for forested areas and automatic voltage regulation

Yes

30469 is RV ready – rolls over multiple floors for easy movement

Gas Powered

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Gasoline powered

Yes

Uses only gas as a source of fuel

Run Time on Full Tank

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Spends approximately 10.5 hours after a 50% load of gas with about 0.33 GPH of fuel consumption

Yes

Delivers nonstop 13 hours on a 50% load of run time

Recoil Start

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Recoil start

Yes

It recoils to start

Electric Start

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

No

Dual Fuel

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

No

FUEL TYPE

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Gas fuel type

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

17.1 Amps at peak power and 15 Amps running

Yes

25.0 amps – surge

VOLTAGE

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

120 Volts

Yes

120/240 Single Phase

FREQUENCY

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60 Hertz

HORSEPOWER

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

ENGINE TYPE

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

163 cc OHV engine type – has a splash lubrication and will run longer

Yes

Made with a 1650 series OHV 342cc Engine

ENGINE SPEED

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

N/A

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

No

CSA Certified

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

CSA certified

Yes

Rated according to CSA standards

EPA Certified

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

No

Cold Start Technology

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

No

Easy to Start

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Easy to start using a simple on/off button. Just click on the button and it will power on or off without any complicated steps

Yes

No complicate steps for starting – just recoil

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Features a 3.5 gallon steel fuel tank capacity with an inbuilt fuel gauge

Yes

7 gallon fuel tank – large tank capacity

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Runs for 10.5 hours after a 1/2 load

Yes

Takes 13 hours at 1/2 load

Runtime (Propane)

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Safeguards engine using a low oil shut off function

Yes

switches off immediately low oil is detected

Air Cooled

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Air cools automatically to stop it from getting heat up and damages

No

Engine Capacity

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Generac 163 cc OHV engine capacity

Yes

342 cc engine capacity

Voltmeter

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

N/A

No

Noise Level (dBA)

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

Multi-Purpose

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

For multipurpose use – created for home use, job sites, camping, tailgating and any other outdoor activities

Yes

It is multipurpose – can be used in sites, homes and camps

Heavy Duty

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Heavy duty – will light and keep small appliances and tools connected as it deliver emergency power supply

Yes

Created for heavy duty – can power multiple large appliances plus power tools at ago

Solar Generator

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

No

Framed for Durability

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Framed for durability with hardened steel frame. It is 1¼ inch thick and a full ¼ inch thicker in dimensions for extra strength

Yes

Has been framed – enhances durability

Starting method

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Starts using the uncomplicated traditional pull start method – recoil start

Yes

Recoil starts – use the traditional easy method

Generac GP1800

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

It has an open frame design – stable and is simple to raise above the ground

Yes

Features an open frame

Outlets

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

1x Duplex 120 Volts 20 Amps (5-20R) with circuit breaker covered outlets to protect them from unwanted debris

Yes

4 of 120-volt outlets and 1 of 120/240-volt 30-amp outlet. Have rubber covers

Portable

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Portable with its low weight of only 80 pounds

Yes

2 wheels and handles enhance portability

Weight

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

80 pounds

Yes

194 pounds in total weight

Wheel type

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

Yes

Equipped with never go flat wheels – 10 inches. Can rise over different floor types easily

Handle style

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Steel frame handle style – it gives a strong lift during movement

Yes

‘T’ handle type – can be folded down to save space. Material gentle on the hands

Warranty

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Warranty lasts a period of 2 years

Yes

2 years warranty.

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

18 x 18 x 13 inches – compact size for simple storage

No

Included Accessories

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Comes with a funnel and owner’s manual

Yes

Engine oil, manual guide and a quick start guide

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Low oil indicator with a level glance fuel monitoring placed on it

Yes

Uses an hour meter – monitors the remaining gasoline levels in the tank

Low oil shutdown

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Switches off automatically once low oil is indicated and fuel tank is not refueled.

Yes

Low oil shut down protection – safeguards engine from damage when oil is very low

Noise Level

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

CONCLUSION

Pros

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

- Comprised of a 3.5 gallon fuel tank made of steel and built with a fuel gauge for extended runtime and durability - After a 50% fuel load it will run for 10.5 hours - Features a Generac 163 OHV engine with a splash lubrication system and can be air cooled to prevent over heating - Framed for durability using a hardened steel tube cradle with 1¼ inch thick and a full ¼ inch thicker in dimensions - Uses a low oil level indicator and shutdown to protect the engine from damage automatically - Easy to start with an on/off switch and the traditional pull start mechanism - Works with 2,050 watts starting and running watts of 1800 watts - Warranty runs for a 2 year period - 1x Duplex 120 Volts 20 Amps (5-20R) with circuit breaker covered outlets to protect them from dangerous substances - Created for multipurpose use such as home use, job sites, camping, tailgating and any other outdoor activities

Yes

- Constructed with a long power supply of 13 hours at 1/2 load - Will produce up to 25% more wattage for all your power needs - Powerful 1650 Series OHV 342cc Engine capacity - A 2 year limited warranty given on purchase that protect against workmanship and defects - Inbuilt with power surge alternator for multiple large appliance at the same time - Easy to start through the recoil starting option - High running wattage of 6000 watts and starting wattage of 7500 watts - Contains an hour meter to indicate progress of gas in fuel tank - Never flat 10 inches wheels promote portability to different places - Outlets are covered with rubber material for durability - Built with a single sided control panel – easily accessible - Foldable handles are easy to store and handle - Solid and compact build with 28.7 x 18.4 x 25.3 inches dimensions - Metallic fuel tank material that is non rust - Has a fast engine speed of 3600 RPM - Shuts down automatically once the fuel is low in the tank - Has a multipurpose ability of being used in many locations - Includes engine oil, quick start guide and manual guide as extra accessories

Cons

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

- Not built with wheels that enhance effortless portability - Doesn’t include a lock down folding handle for movement and compact storage - Its warranty may not cover every part of the generator - Has only a single fuel type which is gasoline - Not CARB compliant

Yes

- Is not EPA or CARB approved - Cannot be started electrically - Uses only one fuel type – gasoline - Doesn’t charge using direct sunlight - Operates with gasoline which is inflammable - A voltage meter is not included - Generator might release harmful substances from gas during use - Difficult to lift off the ground due to its weight – 194 pounds

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