CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

PREDATOR 8750 VS. DuroStar DS4000S

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Winner:

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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Runners Up:

PREDATOR 8750

Reasons to buy PREDATOR 8750 :

  • button icon 8750 Peak/7000 Running Watts
  • button icon Low oil indicator / low oil shutdown
  • button icon 12 hour run-time @ 50% capacity,
  • button icon Electric start with recoil back up
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS4000S

  • Gas Powered
  • ENGINE SPEED
DESIGN:
DRAW :
SAFETY:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS4000S

  • Low oil shutdown
CONCLUSION
DRAW :
Comparison Winner
DuroStar DS4000S

Reasons why we like it:

  • Gas Powered
  • ENGINE SPEED
  • Open Frame
  • Low oil shutdown
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COMPARISON – PREDATOR 8750 VS. DuroStar DS4000S

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

The Predator 8750 is a portable compact generator but strong enough to power up your appliances when needed.

Yes

Yes, it is a portable machine

Starting Watts

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

The predator gives off-peak watts of 8750W.

Yes

4,000 watts

Running Stats

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

7000W running watts.

Yes

3,300 watts

RV Ready

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

The predator 97500 has an L5-30R receptacle that allows an easy RV connection via an L5-30P to TT-30R adaptor (included). It is perfect for the nomads

Yes

It is RV ready

Gas Powered

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

Yes, it a gas powered machine since it uses gasoline

Run Time on Full Tank

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

On a full tank, this generator will run for 12 hours thanks to a big fuel tank capacity

Yes

8 hours at 50% load

Recoil Start

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

This generator has recoil to start as an optional.

Yes

Yes, the generator is recoil started

Electric Start

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

It features an electric starter as well with a battery included.

No

Dual Fuel

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

FUEL TYPE

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Gasoline

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Running amps at 120/240 volts is 60.4/30.2 amps while a peak amp at 120/240volts is 75/37.5amps.

Yes

27.50A

VOLTAGE

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

AC: 120/240V 60 Hz, DC: 12V

Yes

120 V

FREQUENCY

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

N/A

Yes

60Hz

HORSEPOWER

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

It generates 13 HP

Yes

7 HP

ENGINE TYPE

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

This generator is powered by a reliable predator air-cooled OHV gas engine.

Yes

4- Stroke

ENGINE SPEED

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

The Predator 8750 is EPA-approved and CARB-compliant. Therefore, its sale and purchase are permitted in all of the 50 states, including California.

Yes

Yes it is CARB complaint

CSA Certified

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

EPA Certified

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

The Predator 8750 is EPA-approved and CARB-compliant. Therefore, its sale and purchase are permitted in all of the 50 states, including California.

Yes

Yes, it is certified by the EPA

Cold Start Technology

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

This generator can be started even in cold weather.

Yes

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

Easy to Start

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

This generator has a hassle-free electric start for quick and easy starting.

Yes

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

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

The fuel capacity of 8 gallons allows the 8750 to operate for around 12 hours at 50% load with a full tank

Yes

3.96 Gallons

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

The fuel capacity of 8 gallons on allows the 9000 to operate for around 12 hours at 50% load with a full tank

Yes

12.3 hours

Runtime (Propane)

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

It has a low oil shut off which is automatic to protect your generator.

Yes

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

Air Cooled

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

It has 420cc/ 13 HP air-cooled OHV gas engine

Yes

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

Engine Capacity

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

420cc

Yes

208 cc

Voltmeter

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

Noise Level (dBA)

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

76 dB

Yes

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

Multi-Purpose

PREDATOR 8750
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

PREDATOR 8750
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

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

Framed for Durability

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

The generator is made with a strong housing making it framed for durability.

Yes

Framed

Starting method

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Electric/recoil start

Yes

Recoil method

DuroStar DS4000S

DESIGN:

Open Frame

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

it has got an open frame

Outlets

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

(2) 120v duplex outlets, 3 prong, (1) 120v twist lock outlet, 3 Prong, (1) 120v/240v twist lock outlet, 4 prong, (1) 12v DC outlet

Yes

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

Portable

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

The 193.6 pounds in weight makes this generator very portable.it can be easily moved with the 4 wheels and double handle.

Yes

it is a portable device

Weight

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

193.6 pounds

Yes

105 LBS/

Wheel type

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

10" pneumatic mounted rough all-terrain wheels and tyres.

Yes

N/A

Handle style

PREDATOR 8750
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

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

The Predator 8750 is covered under a warranty for up to 90 days.

Yes

3 years factory warranty

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

30 x 24 x 26 inches

No

Included Accessories

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Funnel, tool kit, RV adapter, battery charging cables.

Yes

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

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

The fuel level of the inverter generator can be determined quickly, easily, and conveniently with the help of its built-in fuel gauge.

Yes

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

Low oil shutdown

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

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

Noise Level

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

76dba which is quiet enough not to interrupt a conversation.

Yes

69 dB

DuroStar DS4000S

CONCLUSION

Pros

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

• All needed accessories are included • Super powerful yet compact • RV outlet included • Easy to start • It is quiet • Fairly priced • An easy to start push button • Longer run time • Fuel efficient • 13 HP (420cc) • Powered by a reliable Predator gas engine

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

PREDATOR 8750
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

• The warranty is a bit short • You cannot start it remotely • The run time is a bit lower than other generators.

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.

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