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Pulsar PG1202S VS. Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator

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Winner:

Pulsar PG1202S

Reasons to buy Pulsar PG1202S:

  • button icon It’s a mini portable generator
  • button icon Automatic low oil shut down
  • button icon Runs for 8.5 hours on a 1/2 load
  • button icon Starts at 1200 watts and runs at 900 watts
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Runners Up:

Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator

Reasons to buy Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator :

  • button icon Runs a total of 14 hours on a 50% load of gasoline
  • button icon 5 gallons fuel tank capacity
  • button icon Up to household outlets and 1 RC outlet
  • button icon 7 inch never go flat wheels
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

Pulsar PG1202S

  • HORSEPOWER
  • CARB Compliant
  • EPA Certified
  • Low Oil Shut-Off
  • Air Cooled
DESIGN:
DRAW :
SAFETY:
WINNER :

Pulsar PG1202S

  • Low Oil Indicator
  • Low oil shutdown
CONCLUSION
DRAW :
Comparison Winner
Pulsar PG1202S

Reasons why we like it:

  • HORSEPOWER
  • CARB Compliant
  • EPA Certified
  • Low Oil Shut-Off
  • Air Cooled
  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
  • Low Oil Indicator
  • Low oil shutdown
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COMPARISON – Pulsar PG1202S VS. Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

Features a mini size that is portable to move from one place to another

Yes

Requires less effort to transport – portable with wheels and handle to support transportation

Starting Watts

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

1200 peak watts for staring

Yes

4375 watts – can light and power up small tools

Running Stats

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

900 running watts of power

Yes

3500 watts

RV Ready

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

RV ready – delivers multipurpose and heavy duty power for both indoors and outdoors

Yes

RV ready – features a travel trailer 30 R receptacle

Gas Powered

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

Gas powered

Yes

Fueled by gasoline. Takes in 5 gallons at 1/2 load

Run Time on Full Tank

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

Can run 8.5 hours on a 50% load

Yes

About 14 hours on full tank. Long time of power supply

Recoil Start

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

Recoil starts

Yes

Yes – recoil to start

Electric Start

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
No

No

Dual Fuel

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
No

No

FUEL TYPE

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

Works with non-leaded gasoline and oil mixture fuel type

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

N/A

Yes

Runs at 29.2 amps and at a peak 36.5 amps

VOLTAGE

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

120 Volts

Yes

Delivers AC 120 V –has an automatic voltage regulation

FREQUENCY

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60 Hz – can finish 60 cycles of complete wave sequence in a second

HORSEPOWER

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

2.2 HP

No

ENGINE TYPE

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

72 cc 2 stroke engine type

Yes

308 cc 4 stroke OHV engine type – durable and reliable overtime

ENGINE SPEED

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

CARB Compliant

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

Complies with the CARB standards for safety

No

CSA Certified

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
No

Yes

Meets all the CSA standards – CSA certified

EPA Certified

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

EPA certified

No

Cold Start Technology

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
No

Yes

N/A

Easy to Start

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

Hassle free starting method. All you do is pull start for the generator to run

Yes

Use a easy convectional pull start mechanism to start

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

1.1 gallon fuel tank

Yes

Up to 5 gallons of gasoline capacity

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

Takes up to 8.5 hours nonstop at a 1/2 load

Yes

Spends 14 hours of runtime – at 50%. No need for regular fueling

Runtime (Propane)

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

Yes, this generator will shut down immediately low oil is detected in the fuel tank

No

Air Cooled

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

Generator is air cooled to prevent it from heating up

No

Engine Capacity

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

72 cc engine capacity

Yes

308 cc

Voltmeter

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

Noise Level (dBA)

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

65 dBA noise level

Yes

N/A

Multi-Purpose

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

Multi-purpose generator – can provide emergency power in homes, camps, while fishing, hunting, tailgating etc

Yes

Powers up small tools, RV air conditioner and backup power for home – multi purpose

Heavy Duty

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

Can handle heavy duty appliances – provides emergency power and keeps your appliances connected

Yes

Takes up heavy duty tasks with ease – RV camping, home lighting and connection

Solar Generator

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
No

No

Framed for Durability

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

It is framed for durability to last over a long period

Yes

Yes, it is framed for durability

Starting method

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

Recoil starting method

Yes

Recoil or manual start method - rewind the recoil starter to begin

Pulsar PG1202S

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

PG1202S features an open frame build

Yes

Open frame design

Outlets

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

(2) 120V AC Outlets, (1) 12V DC Output

Yes

1-120 V / 20 A Duplex and 1-120 V/30 A Locking RV Outlet

Portable

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

Portable using its brief and light compact build for easy transportation

Yes

Can be transferred to any location for use without much effort

Weight

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

35 lbs

Yes

114.6 pounds

Wheel type

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
No

Yes

7 inches never go flat wheels – glides smoothly across multiple floors

Handle style

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

Comfort grip handles – easily accessible when moving generator to another place

Yes

Folding handle – easies movement to other places

Warranty

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

1 year warranty

Yes

2 years limited warranty

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

16.2 x 14 x 14.8 inches

No

Included Accessories

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

12 V battery cables

Yes

Comes with oil – helps with maintenance of generator

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

Comprises of low oil and over load protection system. Indicates when oil is low

No

Low oil shutdown

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

Automatically shuts down when oil is minimum in the 1.1 gallon fuel tank

No

Noise Level

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

65 decibels quiet mode system – runs the generator in silence not to interrupt your activity

Yes

N/A

Pulsar PG1202S

CONCLUSION

Pros

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

- Generator is able to handle heavy duty appliances and provides emergency power to keeps your appliances connected - Features high beginning watts 1200 watts and 900 running watts for gasoline - It comes with 2 120V AC outlets and 1 12V DC output grant you the ability to charge and power numerous devices - Complies with the CARB standards for safety and is EPA certified for safety - Easy to start using the traditional pull-start mechanism that is user friendly - RV ready through its multipurpose and heavy duty ability for both indoors and outdoors - Generator contains a low oil and over load protection that turns off engine when oil is too low or too much - Has a non leaded gasoline and oil mixture fuel type - On top and easily accessible handle style with a rubberized material to give you a soft handle - Comes with 12 V battery cables of included accessories - Features a lightweight 35 lbs and a compact size - 65 decibels quiet mode system to helps you enjoy quiet running - This brand comes with a 1 year warranty - Provides emergency power for up to 8.5 hours on a 50% load of gasoline - Also contains an engine switch for on and off

Yes

- A powerful 208 cc OHV Briggs & Stratton power built 4 stroke - High quality metallic fuel tank with 5 gallon capacity - Up to 4375 starting watts and 3500 of running watts - RV ready through the travel trailer 30 R receptacle - Spends about 14 hours of runtime of a 1/2 load - Has a never go flat wheel type of 7 inches – can easily maneuver over different surfaces - Simple method of start through recoil - Built with an automatic voltage regulation system - Can power up small tools and provide power back up from homes - Easily powers up recreational vehicle using 120 V / 30A RV - Generator has been framed for durability - Comes with an included accessories such as oil - Quality assurance through 2 year warranty - Is entirely CSA certified for safety - Generators works at a great 29.2 amps with a peak of 36.5 amps - Has a suitable size of dimensions that can easily be stored - Contains a spark arrestor - Folding handle makes transportation of generator simple - 1-120 V / 20 A Duplex and 1-120 V/30 A Locking RV Outlets

Cons

Pulsar PG1202S
Briggs and Stratton 30676 Portable Generator
Yes

- It is not built with wheels to help with movement - Doesn’t use solar as a fuel type - Cold start technology is not included in the generator - Not able to electric start or use a remote control system - Generator uses fuel which may be inflammable if not uses well

Yes

- Doesn’t have a low oil shut off ability - Not built with an electric start ability - Uses only a single type of fuel – gasoline - No indication alert when fuel tank is almost empty - Cannot be solar charged directly from the sun - Is not EPA and CARB certified - Engine is not air cooled - Slightly heavy to carry up stairs or lift to a car - Gasoline can leak which is harmful - Not constructed with an inverter

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