CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

Generac GP3250 VS. Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

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Generac GP3250

Reasons to buy Generac GP3250:

  • button icon Up to 9.7 hours of runtime after a 50% fuel load
  • button icon A low oil level shut down
  • button icon 8 inch heavy duty never flat wheels
  • button icon Generac 208 cc OHV engine capacity with splash lubrication
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Runners Up:

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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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

  • Electric Start
  • CARB Compliant
DESIGN:
WINNER :

Generac GP3250

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
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CONCLUSION
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COMPARISON – Generac GP3250 VS. Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Yes, this generator is portable to transport to a different place

Yes

4 wheels for portability during movement

Starting Watts

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

3750 watts

Yes

6250 of starting watts

Running Stats

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

3250 watts at running

Yes

5000 running watts

RV Ready

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

RV ready with its spark arrestor function and circuit breaker protected

Yes

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

Gas Powered

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Gas powered

Yes

Gas powered

Run Time on Full Tank

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Runs for 9.7 hours after a 50% load. Generator uses a fuel consumption ability of about 0.36 GPH

Yes

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

Recoil Start

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Recoil start

Yes

recoil starts

Electric Start

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

is fast and user friendly

Dual Fuel

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

FUEL TYPE

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Runs using gasoline fuel type

Yes

Uses gasoline

AMPERAGE

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

30 Amperage

Yes

21 Amps

VOLTAGE

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

120/240 volts

Yes

120/240 on a single phase

FREQUENCY

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

60 HZ

Yes

60 Hertz

HORSEPOWER

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

ENGINE TYPE

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

208 cc OHV engine type

Yes

Vanguard OHV 305cc Engine

ENGINE SPEED

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

N/A

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

N/A

CSA Certified

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Meets the CSA certification

Yes

Rated according to CSA standards

EPA Certified

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

EPA certified

Yes

N/A

Cold Start Technology

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Easy to Start

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Simple starting process without long procedures. Just pull start to begin using the traditional pull start mechanism

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 GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Has a 3.5 gallon steel fuel tank capacity that has been incorporated with a fuel gauge

Yes

7 gallons of fuel

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Spends 9.7 hours running at a 1/2 gasoline load

Yes

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

Runtime (Propane)

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Low oil shut off that is activated automatically

Yes

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

Air Cooled

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Engine is air cooled – protects generator safe from over heading after long use

Yes

N/A

Engine Capacity

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

208 cc OHV engine capacity with splash lubrication

Yes

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

Voltmeter

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

N/A

No

Noise Level (dBA)

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

Multi-Purpose

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Multipurpose generator built for job sites, home use, tailgating, camping and any other outdoor activities

Yes

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

Heavy Duty

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Heavy duty generator – able to light up places, power up small tools and appliances indoors and outdoors

Yes

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

Solar Generator

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Framed for Durability

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Framed for durability with hardened steel cradle – keeps it from damage in rough environments

Yes

Generator has been framed for durability

Starting method

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Starts using the conventional pull start method of recoiling

Yes

Both electric and recoil starting method

Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Open frame design that offers stability and support to the generator

Yes

Yes it is built with an open frame

Outlets

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

3 AC outlets - 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) and 1x 120/240V 20A (L14-20R) with circuit breaker protected outlets for protection

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 GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

It is portable – uses the 8 inch wheels and folding handle style to enhance portability

Yes

Requires minimal effort to be moved to various locations

Weight

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

115 pounds only

Yes

200 pounds

Wheel type

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

8 inch heavy-duty, never flat wheel type – it makes portability very reliable

Yes

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

Handle style

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Folding handle style – makes storage minimal and movement effortless

Yes

Drop down handle style – remains down when not in use

Warranty

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

2 year period of warranty

Yes

Lasts 2 years from purchase

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

23 x 22.5 x 21 inches

No

Included Accessories

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Owner’s manual and basic documentation

Yes

Comes with an internal trickle and float charger Internal

Generac GP3250

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Indicates by shutting down engine when the oil is low in the fuel tank

Yes

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

Low oil shutdown

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Automatically switches off when the oil is minimum

Yes

Generator shuts down when oil is low in fuel tank

Noise Level

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

N/A

Yes

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

CONCLUSION

Pros

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

- Easy to start through the traditional pull start mechanism or recoil system - 8 inch heavy duty never flat wheels and a folding handle to ease portability - Works with 3750 watts starting and running watts of 3250 watts - Comes with a warranty period of only 2 years - Features a low oil level indicator and shutdown to protect the engine from damage automatically - This generator runs for about 9.7 hours after a 1/2 gasoline load - Comprised of a 3.5 gallon fuel steel tank that is built with a fuel gauge for extended runtime and durability - Designed for multipurpose uses such as home use, job sites, camping, tailgating and any other outdoor events - Features a 208 cc OHV engine engine with a splash lubrication system and can be air cooled to prevent over heating - Outlets include - 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) and 1x 120/240V 20A (L14-20R) with circuit breaker protected outlets for protection - Framed for durability using a hardened steel tube cradle - It is a heavy duty generator that is able to light up places, power up small tools and appliances indoors and outdoors - Generator is both EPA and CSA 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 GP3250
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

- Doesn’t function using an electric start - Created without dual fuel capability - Non CARB complaint - Uses gasoline which is highly inflammable

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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