CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

Predator 3500 Generator 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 3500 Generator

Reasons to buy Predator 3500 Generator :

  • button icon Super quiet and compact portable generator.
  • button icon Easy to read digital LCD screen with voltmeter.
  • button icon The perfect power back up for your house and outdoor activities.
  • button icon Perfect for RV travelers.
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS4000S

  • ENGINE SPEED
  • Low Oil Shut-Off
DESIGN:
DRAW :
SAFETY:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS4000S

  • Low oil shutdown
CONCLUSION
DRAW :
Comparison Winner
DuroStar DS4000S

Reasons why we like it:

  • ENGINE SPEED
  • Low Oil Shut-Off
  • Open Frame
  • Low oil shutdown
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COMPARISON – Predator 3500 Generator VS. DuroStar DS4000S

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

The Predator 3500 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 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

The predator gives off-peak watts of 3500W.

Yes

4,000 watts

Running Stats

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

3000W running watts.

Yes

3,300 watts

RV Ready

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

The predator 3500 has an L5-30R receptacle that allows an easy RV connection via an L5-30P to TT-30R adaptor (included).

Yes

It is RV ready

Gas Powered

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

The predator 3500 is gas and propane powered.

Yes

Yes, it a gas powered machine since it uses gasoline

Run Time on Full Tank

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

On a full tank, this generator will run for 11 hours thanks to a big fuel tank capacity

Yes

8 hours at 50% load

Recoil Start

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

This generator has recoil to start as an optional.

Yes

Yes, the generator is recoil started

Electric Start

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

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

No

Dual Fuel

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

FUEL TYPE

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Gasoline

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Running amps 25amps while the peak amps are 29.2amps.

Yes

27.50A

VOLTAGE

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

AC: 120V 60 Hz, DC: 12V

Yes

120 V

FREQUENCY

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

N/A

Yes

60Hz

HORSEPOWER

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

It generates 6 HP

Yes

7 HP

ENGINE TYPE

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

212cc air-cooled OHV gas engine

Yes

4- Stroke

ENGINE SPEED

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

The Predator 3500 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 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

EPA Certified

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

The Predator 3500 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 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

This generator can be started even in the cold weather.

Yes

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

Easy to Start

Predator 3500 Generator
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 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

2.6 gallons

Yes

3.96 Gallons

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

With a full tank, the 3500 can operate for up to 11 hours

Yes

12.3 hours

Runtime (Propane)

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

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

Air Cooled

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

It has a 212cc air-cooled OHV gas engine

Yes

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

Engine Capacity

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

212cc

Yes

208 cc

Voltmeter

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

Noise Level (dBA)

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

57 dBA

Yes

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

Multi-Purpose

Predator 3500 Generator
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 3500 Generator
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 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

Framed for Durability

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

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

Yes

Framed

Starting method

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Electric/recoil start

Yes

Recoil method

DuroStar DS4000S

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

it has got an open frame

Outlets

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

3 AC outlets: Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) 120V 30A (L5-30R) receptacle 1 DC outlet

Yes

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

Portable

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

The 99.2 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 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

99.2 pounds

Yes

105 LBS/

Wheel type

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

10" pneumatic mounted rough all terrain wheels and tyres.

Yes

N/A

Handle style

Predator 3500 Generator
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 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

The Predator 3500 is covered under a warranty for up to 90 days.

Yes

3 years factory warranty

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

22.75 x 17.3 x 20 inches

No

Included Accessories

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

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

Yes

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

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Predator 3500 Generator
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 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

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

Noise Level

Predator 3500 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

57dBA which is quiet enough not to interrupt a conversation.

Yes

69 dB

DuroStar DS4000S

CONCLUSION

Pros

Predator 3500 Generator
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

Predator 3500 Generator
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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