CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

HONDA EB5000 VS. DuroStar DS4000S

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HONDA EB5000

Reasons to buy HONDA EB5000:

  • button icon It is a very portable open frame generator.
  • button icon Intelligent Automatic Voltage Regulation.
  • button icon Long runtime of up to 10.5 hours.
  • button icon Perfect for RV travellers
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DuroStar DS4000S

Reasons to buy DuroStar DS4000S :

  • button icon Portable Generator
  • button icon Start-Camping & RV Ready
  • button icon 4,000 starting watts and 3,300 running watts
  • button icon High voltage appliances to heavy duty power tools
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
DRAW :
DESIGN:
WINNER :

HONDA EB5000

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS4000S

  • Low Oil Indicator
CONCLUSION
DRAW :

COMPARISON – HONDA EB5000 VS. DuroStar DS4000S

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

The generator is easily movable from place to place despite its weight.it can still be moved easily with the help of its wheel kit and its foldable handle.

Yes

Yes, it is a portable machine

Starting Watts

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

5000 watts

Yes

4,000 watts

Running Stats

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

4500 watts

Yes

3,300 watts

RV Ready

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

This generator is perfect for RV travellers for more convenience and independence.

Yes

It is RV ready

Gas Powered

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

This generator is fueled by gasoline.

Yes

Yes, it a gas powered machine since it uses gasoline

Run Time on Full Tank

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

This generator keeps you working all day for it works for approximately 10.5 hours.

Yes

8 hours at 50% load

Recoil Start

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

This generator has a pull recoil starter method.

Yes

Yes, the generator is recoil started

Electric Start

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

Dual Fuel

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

FUEL TYPE

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Gasoline

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Running amps (@120/240V) 37.5/18.8 amps Peak amps (@120/240V) 41.7/20.8 amps

Yes

27.50A

VOLTAGE

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

AC: 120/240V 60 Hz

Yes

120 V

FREQUENCY

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

60 Hertz

Yes

60Hz

HORSEPOWER

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

11 HP

Yes

7 HP

ENGINE TYPE

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Honda iGX390T2 OHV, 4-stroke, air-cooled

Yes

4- Stroke

ENGINE SPEED

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

The Honda EB5000X is EPA-approved and CARB-compliant.

Yes

Yes it is CARB complaint

CSA Certified

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

EPA Certified

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

The Honda EB5000X is EPA-approved and CARB-compliant.

Yes

Yes, it is certified by the EPA

Cold Start Technology

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

This generator has a Cold Climate Technology that aids continuous running in cold weather conditions.

Yes

It uses cold start technology in order to be able to perform in cold weather.

Easy to Start

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

The recoil start makes starting this generator very easy.

Yes

Yes, it is easy to start because it has got only one start type

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

6.2 gal

Yes

3.96 Gallons

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

10.5 hours

Yes

12.3 hours

Runtime (Propane)

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Protects the generator by shutting the engine off when low oil is detected.

Yes

Yes, it has a low oil shut off which protects the engine

Air Cooled

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

The generator has an air cooled engine.

Yes

Yes, it is air cooled since it has got a forced air cooling system

Engine Capacity

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

389 cc

Yes

208 cc

Voltmeter

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Transmitter built in DC/AC voltage meter for linear measurement of 12-400V

No

Noise Level (dBA)

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

63 dBA

Yes

69Db-it has got two pairs of isolated motor mounts which reduce noise levels

Multi-Purpose

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

This generator is multi-purpose and it can be used in camps, running home machines like cookers, for lights.

Yes

it is multi-purpose since it can serve as a household backup generator as well as a construction power source

Heavy Duty

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

This generator has a heavy duty outlet that can be used to connect heavy duty and strong appliances.

Yes

Yes, it is a heavy duty machine

Solar Generator

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

Framed for Durability

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

The device has been designed for tough environments and demanding outdoor use.

Yes

Framed

Starting method

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Recoil start

Yes

Recoil method

DESIGN:

Open Frame

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

the conventional, open frame design of the Honda EB5000X offers stability and allows the generator to be raised above ground level.

Yes

it has got an open frame

Outlets

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Two Duplexes 120V 20A (5-20R) 120V 30A (L5-30R) receptacle120/240V 30A (L14-30R) receptacle

Yes

Two 120V 20A GFCI Outlet and one 120 30A Twist Lock

Portable

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

This generator is portable and can be carried from place to place.

Yes

it is a portable device

Weight

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

256 Pounds

Yes

105 LBS/

Wheel type

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Rough all terrain wheels and tyres.

Yes

N/A

Handle style

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

It has foldable double handles to make it easy for moving.

Yes

two practical handles which enables it to be carried easily to anywhere

Warranty

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

3 year commercial/residential warranty.

Yes

3 years factory warranty

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

‎ 22.3 x 13.25 x 19.8 inches

No

Included Accessories

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Wheel kit

Yes

Oil funnel, sparkplug wrench, tool set and owner’s manual

HONDA EB5000

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

it has got an oil warning light which indicating low oil level

Low oil shutdown

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

This generator will shut down when the oil is low in the gas tank.

Yes

Yes, the generator shuts down automatically after sensing that the oil level is low

Noise Level

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

63 dBA

Yes

69 dB

DuroStar DS4000S

CONCLUSION

Pros

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

All needed accessories are included Super powerful yet compact RV outlet included Easy to start It is quiet

Yes

• This generator has got 4000 surge watts which make it good for powering large appliances or power tools. • It has got a powerful 7HP engine which provides plenty of power to handle many jobs from powering high voltage appliances to heavy duty power tools. • It has got motor stabilizerswhich lowers the noise level for a substantial amount. • It has is designed with in built voltmeter which is a great addition for people with sensitive devices. • It has a super quiet muffle which reduces engine noise. • It has full power panel with oil warning light, voltmeter, circuit breaker and power outlets.

Cons

HONDA EB5000
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

It is a bit expensive No data center No electric start It is a bit heavy

Yes

• The generator has no RV ready outlet meaning that a manual connection must be made. • It is a heavy machine since it weighs 102 pounds hence making it not easy to be relocated. • Recoil starting is time consuming which delays work.

Overall Winner

Draw

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