CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

Generac GP3600 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 GP3600

Reasons to buy Generac GP3600 :

  • button icon 4500 starting watts and 3600 running watts
  • button icon Hardened steel tube cradle
  • button icon 3.7 fuel steel tank capacity with gauge
  • button icon Low oil level shutdown and overload protection
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

DuroMax XP5000EHC

  • RV Ready
  • Electric Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • EPA Certified
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
  • Air Cooled
DESIGN:
WINNER :

Generac GP3600

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
DRAW :
CONCLUSION
DRAW :
Comparison Winner
DuroMax XP5000EHC

Reasons why we like it:

  • RV Ready
  • Electric Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • EPA Certified
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
  • Air Cooled
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COMPARISON – Generac GP3600 VS. DuroMax XP5000EHC

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Yes, it is portable

Yes

Yes, it is a portable generator

Starting Watts

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

4,500 watts

Yes

5,000 watts

Running Stats

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

3,600 watts

Yes

4,000 watts

RV Ready

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

Yes

Yes, it is RV Ready

Gas Powered

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Gas powered

Yes

the generator is gas powered

Run Time on Full Tank

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Run time of 9.3 hours after a 50% load. Uses a fuel consumption of about 0.4 GPH

Yes

N/A

Recoil Start

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Recoil start

Yes

Yes, it can be recoil started

Electric Start

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

Yes

Yes, but its optional

Dual Fuel

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

Yes

Dual Fuel Portable Generator

FUEL TYPE

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Runs on gasoline fuel type

Yes

Propane / gasoline

AMPERAGE

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

30 Amps

Yes

37.50A / 18.75A

VOLTAGE

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

120 Voltage

Yes

120V / 240VAC & 12VDC

FREQUENCY

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60Hz

HORSEPOWER

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

N/A

Yes

7.5HP

ENGINE TYPE

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

212 cc engine type

Yes

4-Cycle Air-Cooled Spark-Ignition

ENGINE SPEED

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

N/A

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

CARB compliant

Yes

it is CARB Complaint

CSA Certified

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

No

EPA Certified

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

Yes

it is certified by EPA

Cold Start Technology

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

No

Easy to Start

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Easy to start using the simple traditional pull start mechanism. Effortlessly pull the power cord to start running

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 GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

3.7 gallon steel fuel tank capacity with an inbuilt fuel gauge

Yes

3.96 Gallons

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

Yes

20 Gallons

Runtime (Gasoline)

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Runs for 9.3 hours after a 1/2 load of gasoline

Yes

8.92 hours

Runtime (Propane)

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

Yes

7.63 hours

Low Oil Shut-Off

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Low oil level shut down instantly guards engine from getting damaged

Yes

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

Air Cooled

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

Yes

it is air cooled

Engine Capacity

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

212 cc Generac OHV 4-stroke engine with splash lubrication ability

Yes

225cc

Voltmeter

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

N/A

Yes

it is available

Noise Level (dBA)

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

N/A

Yes

69dB

Multi-Purpose

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Multi-purpose generator – built for homes, camping, simple job sites and other places that require emergency power supply

Yes

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

Heavy Duty

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Heavy duty – can power up different tools, appliances and light up homes during power blackouts

Yes

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

Solar Generator

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

No

Framed for Durability

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Steel framed for durability – protect generator from damages

Yes

Yes, it is framed for durability

Starting method

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Recoil starting method

Yes

Electric / Recoil method

DuroMax XP5000EHC

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Built with open frame design – easy to lift above ground and provides stability

Yes

it has an open frame

Outlets

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Features 5 AC outlets - 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) and 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) outlets with covers

Yes

(TWO) 120V 20A GFCI Outlet and (ONE) 120 / 240V 30A Twist Lock

Portable

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Its low weight, wheels and foldable handles make this generator portable

Yes

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

Weight

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Only 105 pounds in weight

Yes

127 LBS

Wheel type

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Features heavy duty 8 inches never flat wheel type – easy to move generator to another location

Yes

Solid- fill wheels

Handle style

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Folding handle – easily stores when not in use and helps you carry the generator

Yes

Fold handle style

Warranty

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

3 year warranty period

Yes

3 years

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

24 x 22.5 x 21.3 inches – compact size with less storage needs

No

Included Accessories

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Comes with oil, funnel, tool kit and owner’s manual as accessories

Yes

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

Generac GP3600

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Low oil indicator through the digital data center

Yes

The generator shuts down indicating low oil levels

Low oil shutdown

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Automatically switches off once the oil is low. Also has an overload protection to guard engine from destruction

Yes

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

Noise Level

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

N/A

Yes

69Db

CONCLUSION

Pros

Generac GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

- Comes with a 4500 starting watts and 3600 running watts - Has a run time of 9.3 hours after a 50% load and fuel consumption of about 0.4 GPH - It is CARB complaint and can be used in multiple countries - Features 5 AC outlets - 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) and 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) outlets with covers to keep it safe from unwanted debris - 212 cc Generac OHV 4-stroke engine with splash lubrication ability - Powers on through the traditional recoil starting method - Generator can be air cooled to avoid heat up after running for long hours - Moves using the heavy duty 8 inches wheels that easily move on different floor types - Features inbuilt folding handles that can be stored for less storage space - Contains a 3.7 gallon steel fuel tank capacity with a fuel gauge to prevent engine damage - Digital data center helps you to monitor the status and activity of the generator as well as lifetime run hours - Its low oil indicator and an overload protection alerts you to add or reduce oil - A 3 year limited warranty period - Included accessories are oil, funnel, tool kit and owner’s manual - Compact size of 24 x 22.5 x 21.3 inches that requires little storage space

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 GP3600
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

- This generator is not RV ready - Difficult to carry on stairs or other highly raised surfaces - Electric user-friendly and remote control starting method not included - It cannot power up heavy appliances - A cold start technology not included

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.

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