CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

Smittybilt 2786 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:

Smittybilt 2786 Generator

Reasons to buy Smittybilt 2786 Generator :

  • button icon 2000 Watt Max Output
  • button icon Carb Approved 4 Stroke OHV Gas Engine
  • button icon Extremely Clean Efficient Inverter Technology
  • button icon Smart Throttle Allows Motor To Run At Varying Speeds
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS4000S

  • Recoil Start
  • FREQUENCY
  • HORSEPOWER
  • EPA Certified
  • Cold Start Technology
DESIGN:
DRAW :
SAFETY:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS4000S

  • Low Oil Indicator
CONCLUSION
DRAW :
Comparison Winner
DuroStar DS4000S

Reasons why we like it:

  • Recoil Start
  • FREQUENCY
  • HORSEPOWER
  • EPA Certified
  • Cold Start Technology
  • Warranty
  • Low Oil Indicator
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COMPARISON – Smittybilt 2786 Generator VS. DuroStar DS4000S

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

The latest technology has allowed Smittybilt to pack huge power into a small and quiet package.

Yes

Yes, it is a portable machine

Starting Watts

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

2600W peak watts

Yes

4,000 watts

Running Stats

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

2300W running watts

Yes

3,300 watts

RV Ready

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

It is RV ready

Yes

It is RV ready

Gas Powered

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

It is gas powered for more convenience

Yes

Yes, it a gas powered machine since it uses gasoline

Run Time on Full Tank

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

6 hours

Yes

8 hours at 50% load

Recoil Start

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

Yes, the generator is recoil started

Electric Start

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Electric start

No

Dual Fuel

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

FUEL TYPE

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Gasoline

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

13 Amps

Yes

27.50A

VOLTAGE

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

N/A

Yes

120 V

FREQUENCY

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

60Hz

HORSEPOWER

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

7 HP

ENGINE TYPE

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

4 Stroke OHV Gas Engine

Yes

4- Stroke

ENGINE SPEED

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

4 Stroke

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Carb Approved

Yes

Yes it is CARB complaint

CSA Certified

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

EPA Certified

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

Yes, it is certified by the EPA

Cold Start Technology

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

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

Easy to Start

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Starting this generator is pretty easy and fast.

Yes

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

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

1.5 gallons of fuel,

Yes

3.96 Gallons

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

3 hours runtime on ½ load

Yes

12.3 hours

Runtime (Propane)

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

It automatically shuts off when it runs out of oil.

Yes

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

Air Cooled

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Is powered by an air-cooled 150cc 50-State EPA/CARB-Certified 4-Stroke OHV engine.

Yes

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

Engine Capacity

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

150cc

Yes

208 cc

Voltmeter

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

Noise Level (dBA)

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Low Noise 56-63 dB

Yes

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

Multi-Purpose

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Multi-purpose generator – built for use in camps, tailgating, power tool use and provision of emergency backup power for homes

Yes

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

Heavy Duty

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Heavy duty generator – gives emergency power for lightening, charging appliances, powers up small appliances and tools

Yes

Yes, it is a heavy duty machine

Solar Generator

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

Framed for Durability

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Framed using a hardened 1 ¼ inches steel tube for durability

Yes

Framed

Starting method

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Electric start

Yes

Recoil method

DuroStar DS4000S

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Generator features an open frame design

Yes

it has got an open frame

Outlets

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Dual 120 VAC outlets, Single 12VDC outlet

Yes

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

Portable

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

This generator is portable and easily transferred.

Yes

it is a portable device

Weight

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

85 pounds

Yes

105 LBS/

Wheel type

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Wheel. 2786-24.

Yes

N/A

Handle style

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Cased in a durable plastic housing with easy carry handle and rollers for easy positioning.

Yes

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

Warranty

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

3 years factory warranty

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

28 x 22 x 16 inches

No

Included Accessories

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

N/A

Yes

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

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

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

Low oil shutdown

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Shuts down automatically.

Yes

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

Noise Level

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Low Noise 56-63 dB

Yes

69 dB

DuroStar DS4000S

CONCLUSION

Pros

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Low noise level. Low oil shutdown Low oil indicator Light weight and portable Convenient handle style open frame design Framed for durability Heavy duty Air cooling

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

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

It is not a solar generator. It does not have a cold start generator. Not CSA certified

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

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