CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

Generac GP8000E 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 GP8000E

Reasons to buy Generac GP8000E :

  • button icon Electric start with a recoil backup starting methods
  • button icon Up to 12 hours running at a 1/2 gasoline load
  • button icon CSA compliant
  • button icon Durable with a hardened 1-1/4" Steel tube cradle
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PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

DuroMax XP5000EHC

  • Dual Fuel
  • CARB Compliant
  • EPA Certified
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
  • Voltmeter
  • Noise Level (dBA)
DESIGN:
WINNER :

Generac GP8000E

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

Reasons why we like it:

  • Dual Fuel
  • CARB Compliant
  • EPA Certified
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
  • Voltmeter
  • Noise Level (dBA)
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COMPARISON – Generac GP8000E VS. DuroMax XP5000EHC

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

GP8000E is portable to shift from one place of power supply to a different place

Yes

Yes, it is a portable generator

Starting Watts

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Starts with 10,000 watts

Yes

5,000 watts

Running Stats

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Runs at 8000 watts

Yes

4,000 watts

RV Ready

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

RV ready with an hour meter and covered circuit breaker protection

Yes

Yes, it is RV Ready

Gas Powered

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Gas powered

Yes

the generator is gas powered

Run Time on Full Tank

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Runs for 12 hours on a 50% fuel tank load

Yes

N/A

Recoil Start

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Yes, this model recoil starts

Yes

Yes, it can be recoil started

Electric Start

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Electric start

Yes

Yes, but its optional

Dual Fuel

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

Yes

Dual Fuel Portable Generator

FUEL TYPE

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Runs using gasoline fuel type

Yes

Propane / gasoline

AMPERAGE

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

N/A

Yes

37.50A / 18.75A

VOLTAGE

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

N/A

Yes

120V / 240VAC & 12VDC

FREQUENCY

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

N/A

Yes

60Hz

HORSEPOWER

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

N/A

Yes

7.5HP

ENGINE TYPE

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Generic OHV 420cc engine

Yes

4-Cycle Air-Cooled Spark-Ignition

ENGINE SPEED

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

N/A

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

Yes

it is CARB Complaint

CSA Certified

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

It is complaint with CSA standards for certification

No

EPA Certified

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

Yes

it is certified by EPA

Cold Start Technology

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

No

Easy to Start

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Anyone can start it up – uses a single touch startup method for an effortless generator starting

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 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Features a 7.5 gallon fuel tank capacity of gasoline

Yes

3.96 Gallons

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

Yes

20 Gallons

Runtime (Gasoline)

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Extended 12 hours runtime on only a 1/2 gasoline load

Yes

8.92 hours

Runtime (Propane)

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

Yes

7.63 hours

Low Oil Shut-Off

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Uses a low oil shut off

Yes

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

Air Cooled

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Air cools on its own to avoid heat up

Yes

it is air cooled

Engine Capacity

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

420 cc engine type with splash lubrication

Yes

225cc

Voltmeter

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

Yes

it is available

Noise Level (dBA)

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

Yes

69dB

Multi-Purpose

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Perfect for camping, home use, job sites and any other outdoor events – multi purpose

Yes

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

Heavy Duty

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Heavy duty generator – its able to light up places, charge phones and other devices and power up small appliances and tools

Yes

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

Solar Generator

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

No

Framed for Durability

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Framed with a strong hardened 1 1/4 inch steel tube crib. Provides durability and strength to generator

Yes

Yes, it is framed for durability

Starting method

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Electric starting method with a recoil starting method backup

Yes

Electric / Recoil method

DuroMax XP5000EHC

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Constructed with an open frame – effortless to lift off the ground

Yes

it has an open frame

Outlets

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Outlets include; (4) 120 volt 5-20R outlets and (1) 20/240 volt L14-30R twist lock outlet – contain a circuit breaker protection

Yes

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

Portable

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Portable using the lightweight build, wheels and handles to transport

Yes

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

Weight

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

197 pounds of weight

Yes

127 LBS

Wheel type

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Never flat heavy duty wheels – smoothly glides on multiple floor types for portability

Yes

Solid- fill wheels

Handle style

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

An ergonomic locking fold down handle style – offers a reliable portability and minimal storage

Yes

Fold handle style

Warranty

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Up to 2 years of limited warranty

Yes

3 years

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

28 x 27 x 25 inches

No

Included Accessories

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Battery and user manual

Yes

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

Generac GP8000E

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Low oil indicator and fuel gauge alert you once oil is low in fuel tank

Yes

The generator shuts down indicating low oil levels

Low oil shutdown

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Shuts down instantly when oil is not added in fuel tank after low oil alert

Yes

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

Noise Level

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Low tone muffler – enjoy a quiet runtime both indoors and outdoors

Yes

69Db

CONCLUSION

Pros

Generac GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

- Flexible electric starting method with a recoil backup - Contains a Generic OHV 420cc engine with splash lubrication that delivers a long engine life on this model - Powered with an effective wattage of 10000 starting watts and 8000 running watts - Features an automatic shut down feature activated once the fuel is low so as to protect the engine from getting damaged - Low tone muffler for a quiet operation both indoors and outdoors - Framed with quality steel frame hardened using a 1 1/4 inch steel tube cradle to last a long time - Inbuilt with an hour meter that keeps track of the maintenance intervals - Outlets include (4) 120 volt 5-20R outlets and (1) 20/240 volt L14-30R twist lock outlet with a circuit breaker protection - Contains a 7.5 gallon fuel tank capacity that gives up to 12 hours after 50% load - Generator is backed with a 2 year limited warranty - It meets the standards required for CSA certification - Uses a heavy duty never flat wheels to easily moves on different terrains - Compact size of 28 x 27 x 25 inches

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 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

- It’s not a dual fuel type generator - Cold start technology not included - This model is not CARB compliant - Heavy to lift into a car or upstairs

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.

Overall Winner

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