CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

Generac GP1800 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 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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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

  • Electric Start
  • CARB Compliant
  • EPA Certified
DESIGN:
DRAW :
SAFETY:
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CONCLUSION
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Comparison Winner
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

Reasons why we like it:

  • Electric Start
  • CARB Compliant
  • EPA Certified
  • Wheel type
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COMPARISON – Generac GP1800 VS. Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

4 wheels for portability during movement

Starting Watts

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Starts with 2,050 watts

Yes

6250 of starting watts

Running Stats

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Runs at 1,800 watts

Yes

5000 running watts

RV Ready

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

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

Gas Powered

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Gasoline powered

Yes

Gas powered

Run Time on Full Tank

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

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

Recoil Start

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Recoil start

Yes

recoil starts

Electric Start

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

is fast and user friendly

Dual Fuel

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

FUEL TYPE

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Gas fuel type

Yes

Uses gasoline

AMPERAGE

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

17.1 Amps at peak power and 15 Amps running

Yes

21 Amps

VOLTAGE

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

120 Volts

Yes

120/240 on a single phase

FREQUENCY

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60 Hertz

HORSEPOWER

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

ENGINE TYPE

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

Vanguard OHV 305cc Engine

ENGINE SPEED

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

N/A

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

N/A

CSA Certified

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

CSA certified

Yes

Rated according to CSA standards

EPA Certified

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

N/A

Cold Start Technology

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Easy to Start

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
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

Yes it is easy to start – uses a one touch starting method. Also has a recoil backup to start

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

7 gallons of fuel

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Runs for 10.5 hours after a 1/2 load

Yes

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

Runtime (Propane)

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Safeguards engine using a low oil shut off function

Yes

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

Air Cooled

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

N/A

Engine Capacity

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Generac 163 cc OHV engine capacity

Yes

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

Voltmeter

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

N/A

No

Noise Level (dBA)

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

Multi-Purpose

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

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

Heavy Duty

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

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

Solar Generator

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Framed for Durability

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
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

Generator has been framed for durability

Starting method

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Starts using the uncomplicated traditional pull start method – recoil start

Yes

Both electric and recoil starting method

Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

Yes it is built with an open frame

Outlets

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

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 GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Portable with its low weight of only 80 pounds

Yes

Requires minimal effort to be moved to various locations

Weight

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

80 pounds

Yes

200 pounds

Wheel type

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

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

Handle style

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

Drop down handle style – remains down when not in use

Warranty

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Warranty lasts a period of 2 years

Yes

Lasts 2 years from purchase

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

No

Included Accessories

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Comes with a funnel and owner’s manual

Yes

Comes with an internal trickle and float charger Internal

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

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

Low oil shutdown

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

Generator shuts down when oil is low in fuel tank

Noise Level

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

N/A

Yes

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

CONCLUSION

Pros

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
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

- 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 GP1800
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
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

- 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

Overall Winner

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