CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

Generac GP6500E VS. DuroMax XP4400E

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Winner:

DuroMax XP4400E

Reasons to buy DuroMax XP4400E:

  • button icon Has a powerful DUROMAX7 HP engine
  • button icon It provides the added power to run demanding high amperage tools and appliances
  • button icon Has surge arrest which protect your generator from power surges.
  • button icon Gas Powered Portable Generator
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Runners Up:

Generac GP6500E

Reasons to buy Generac GP6500E :

  • button icon Comes with a low oil shutdown protection
  • button icon Circuit breaker protected outlets with covers
  • button icon Large steel fuel tank capacity of 7.2 gallons
  • button icon Generac 389cc OHV engine with a splash lubrication
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

DuroMax XP4400E

  • Electric Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • Voltmeter
  • Noise Level (dBA)
DESIGN:
WINNER :

Generac GP6500E

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
DRAW :
CONCLUSION
DRAW :
Comparison Winner
DuroMax XP4400E

Reasons why we like it:

  • Electric Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • Voltmeter
  • Noise Level (dBA)
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COMPARISON – Generac GP6500E VS. DuroMax XP4400E

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Yes, this generator can easily be transferred to a different location

Yes

Portable

Starting Watts

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

6500 starting watts

Yes

4,400 watts

Running Stats

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

5500 running watts

Yes

3,500 watts

RV Ready

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

RV ready through its circuit breaker outlets with covers for extra protection

Yes

RV is ready

Gas Powered

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Powered through gas

Yes

it runs on gas

Run Time on Full Tank

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Runs for 10 hours nonstop on a 50% gas full tank

Yes

11.46 Hours

Recoil Start

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Uses the recoil starting method

Yes

Recoil start is optional

Electric Start

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
No

Yes

The generator can be electrically started

Dual Fuel

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
No

Yes

Yes, it uses dual fuel for its operations

FUEL TYPE

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Gas fuel type

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

30 Amps cord

Yes

29.17A / 14.58A

VOLTAGE

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

N/A

Yes

120V / 240VAC & 12VDC

FREQUENCY

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

N/A

Yes

60Hz

HORSEPOWER

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

N/A

Yes

7 HP

ENGINE TYPE

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

389 cc OHV engine type – features a flash lubrication to deliver extended engine life

Yes

4-Cycle Air-Cooled Spark-Ignition

ENGINE SPEED

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

N/A

Yes

Engine Speed 3600 Rpm

CARB Compliant

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

It is CARB Compliant

Yes

it is CARB complaint

CSA Certified

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Certified by the CSA

Yes

it is CARB complaint

EPA Certified

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Meets all the EPA standards for certification

Yes

it is EPA certified

Cold Start Technology

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
No

No

Easy to Start

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Easy to start through the recoil method – simply use the old method of pulling the coil and engine will run in a few seconds

Yes

Yes, the generator is easy to start since it provides two options to be started (electric /recoil)

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

7.2 gallon fuel tank capacity

Yes

3.96 Gallons

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Runs for 10 hours on a 1/2 fuel load

Yes

11.6 hours

Runtime (Propane)

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Features a low oil shut off to protect from engine damage

Yes

The generator immediately shut-off after sensing that the oil is low

Air Cooled

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Engine automatically air cools to avoid over heating

Yes

it is air cooled which prevents engine damage

Engine Capacity

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

389 cc engine capacity

Yes

208 cc

Voltmeter

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
No

Yes

Yes it is available

Noise Level (dBA)

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
No

Yes

7Db, it has an auto throttle switch which deals with noise reduction

Multi-Purpose

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Multi-purpose generator – built for use in camps, tailgating, power tool use and provision of emergency backup power for homes

Yes

Yes, it can be used on job sites, recreations , home light

Heavy Duty

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Heavy duty generator – gives emergency power for lightening, charging appliances, powers up small appliances and tools

Yes

it is a heavy duty machine

Solar Generator

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
No

No

Framed for Durability

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Framed using a hardened 1 ¼ inches steel tube for durability

Yes

the generator is framed for durability

Starting method

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Recoil starting method

Yes

Electric switch / recoil start

DuroMax XP4400E

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Generator features an open frame design

Yes

Yes, it has got an open frame

Outlets

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Has 5 outlets; 120V 20A,240V 30A outlet type and L14-30R twist lock

Yes

Two 120V 20A GFCI Outlet and One 120/240V 30A Twist Lock

Portable

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Portable using its inbuilt reliable wheels and comfort grip handles

Yes

Yes, it is a portable item which easies its transportation from place to place

Weight

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

180 pounds

Yes

127LBS

Wheel type

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Built with heavy duty never flat wheels. Eases portability across different grounds

Yes

Solid - fill wheels

Handle style

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Uses a fold down locking handle. Has a comfort grip and locks down to save storage

Yes

Has Fold handles for easy transportation

Warranty

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Attached with a 2 year limited warranty

Yes

3 Years limited warranty

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

28.75 x 26.75 x 25 inches

No

Included Accessories

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Attached with a starting engine oil and owner’s user manual

Yes

Owner’s manual, spark plug wrench, wheel and handle kit, oil funnel, tool set and DC charging cables

Generac GP6500E

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Indicates to alert once oil is at minimum in fuel tank

Yes

Yes, it shuts off to indicate low oil level

Low oil shutdown

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Able to detect low oil remainder and then shuts down automatically

Yes

The generator shuts down after sensing that the oil level is low which protects the engine

Noise Level

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Low tone muffler – runs this generator on a low noise level for quiet running

Yes

69 dB

CONCLUSION

Pros

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

- Built with an hour meter that tracks the maintenance intervals - Heavy duty never flat wheels that easily moves on multiple surfaces during movement - Features an Generac OHV engine type containing a splash lubrication that gives long engine life - Generator is environmentally friendly through the EPA certification - Contains a 7.2 gallons steel fuel tank capacity combined with a fuel gauge for additional durability and longer run time - Makes use of fold down handles that can be locked for a strong portability and solid storage - Automatically shuts down when fuel is low to safeguard the engine from destruction - Constructed with a strong steel frame that is hardened using a 1 1/4 inch steel tube cradle for duration - Attached with a 20 feet heavy duty cord with a L14-30R twist-lock plug and 120V 20A,240V 30A outlet type - Engine can be air cooled - Included accessories attached are the starting engine oil and owner’s user manual - Starts with 6875 watts and runs at 5500 watts - Comes with an automatic voltage regulation system - 2 year limited warranty - Contains a 30 Amperage cord

Yes

o It has got a powerful 7 Hp engine which is able to accept high wattage loads so easily. o Its operations are quiet since it has a heavy duty frame with four points which are fully isolated motor mounts. o You can opt to electric start it or recoil start making it easy to be used.

Cons

Generac GP6500E
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

- Uses only a single fuel type making it less flexible - It is not CARB and CSA certified for safety - Not constructed with the simple electric starting method - A cold start technology is not included

Yes

o It is bulky in terms of transportation o It produces a dangerous chemical (carbon dioxide) which is harmful to people’s lives. o It is noisy during operations hence causing noise pollution in the environment.

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