CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

Pulsar PG1202S VS. DuroMax XP12000EH

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DuroMax XP12000EH

Reasons to buy DuroMax XP12000EH:

  • button icon Ideal for House, Camping, Parties and Rv
  • button icon Unique MX2 switch, which doubles your 120-volt amperage for heavy loads.
  • button icon Can run on Propane or Gasoline.
  • button icon It has got a powerful Duromax engine.
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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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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

DuroMax XP12000EH

  • Electric Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
DESIGN:
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SAFETY:
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CONCLUSION
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Comparison Winner
DuroMax XP12000EH

Reasons why we like it:

  • Electric Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
  • Wheel type
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COMPARISON – Pulsar PG1202S VS. DuroMax XP12000EH

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

Yes it is a portable generator

Starting Watts

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

1200 peak watts for staring

Yes

12,000 Watts

Running Stats

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

900 running watts of power

Yes

9,500 Watts

RV Ready

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

With its fordable handles, wheels and various outlets - this model is RV ready

Gas Powered

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Gas powered

Yes

Gas powered

Run Time on Full Tank

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Can run 8.5 hours on a 50% load

Yes

8.83 hours(gasoline) and 7.2hours(propane)

Recoil Start

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Recoil starts

Yes

You can manually start or pull start the engine using a rope start.

Electric Start

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

Yes

Features a user-friendly keyed electric start

Dual Fuel

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

Yes

Uses Propane & Gasoline

FUEL TYPE

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Works with non-leaded gasoline and oil mixture fuel type

Yes

GASOLINE / PROPANE

AMPERAGE

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

N/A

Yes

39.6A/79.2A

VOLTAGE

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

120 Volts

Yes

120V / 240VAC & 12VDC

FREQUENCY

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60Hz

HORSEPOWER

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

2.2 HP

Yes

18HP

ENGINE TYPE

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

72 cc 2 stroke engine type

Yes

4-CYCLE AIR-COOLED SPARK-IGNITION

ENGINE SPEED

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

N/A

Yes

3600RPM

CARB Compliant

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Complies with the CARB standards for safety

Yes

Yes, it’s CARB Compliant

CSA Certified

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

No

EPA Certified

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

EPA certified

Yes

Yes It is EPA certified

Cold Start Technology

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

No

Easy to Start

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

It’s easy to start. Electric Start - no manual work required

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

1.1 gallon fuel tank

Yes

8.3 Gallons

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

Yes

40 GALLONS

Runtime (Gasoline)

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

8.83 HOURS

Runtime (Propane)

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

Yes

7.2 HOURS

Low Oil Shut-Off

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

Yes it has a low oil shut-off – Which Protects your generator by automatically shutting it off when it senses that the oil is low.

Air Cooled

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Generator is air cooled to prevent it from heating up

Yes

Yes it can be cooled by air

Engine Capacity

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

72 cc engine capacity

Yes

457 cc

Voltmeter

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

N/A

Yes

It is 12000eh voltmeter

Noise Level (dBA)

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

65 dBA noise level

Yes

It’s at 74Db at 1/4 load - With an oversized noise reducing muffler with a built-in spark arrestor which enables smooth and quiet operation.

Multi-Purpose

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

Yes its multi-purpose. For house , parties , RV, camping

Heavy Duty

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

It performs heavy duties – Can be used as back-up for house, can also be used on parties.

Solar Generator

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

No

Framed for Durability

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

It is framed for durability to last over a long period

Yes

Yes its framed

Starting method

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Recoil starting method

Yes

ELECTRIC / RECOIL

DuroMax XP12000EH

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

PG1202S features an open frame build

Yes

Yes it has got an open frame

Outlets

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

(Two) - 120V 20A GFCI Outlet, (One) - 120V 30A Twist Lock, (One) - 120/240V 30A Twist Lock, (One) - 120/240V 50A Heavy Duty Outlet.

Portable

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Portable using its brief and light compact build for easy transportation

Yes

You can transport it anywhere

Weight

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

35 lbs

Yes

260LBS

Wheel type

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

Yes

It has solid fill-wheels

Handle style

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

Fold-able handles – make it easy to transport

Warranty

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

1 year warranty

Yes

3 years

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

16.2 x 14 x 14.8 inches

No

Included Accessories

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

12 V battery cables

Yes

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

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

The generator shuts down indicating low oil level

Low oil shutdown

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

Yes the generator shuts down in case the oil level is low

Noise Level

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

74dB

CONCLUSION

Pros

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
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

• Affordable and versatile than a standby generator while still holding enough power for running household appliances. • Great for keeping the essential electronics running at home and • Suitable as a work site generator. • The installation process of the generator is easier and also more affordable. • Portable. • Its covered by a 3 –year factory warranty. • Its engine is powerful.

Cons

Pulsar PG1202S
DuroMax XP12000EH
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

• The engine produces a dangerous chemical which causes cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. • Incase Gasoline is ignited, a person maybe burnt or injured since Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. • Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas that can build up to dangerous levels in closed areas hence breathing it can cause unconsciousness or death. • Improper connection to a building can allow electrical current to back feed into utility lines creating an electrocution hazard. • The generator is potential source of electrical shock if not kept dry. • The generator makes a lot of noise hence ending up polluting the environment.

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