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WEN 56551 Portable Generator VS. Briggs and Stratton 30469

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Winner:

WEN 56551 Portable Generator

Reasons to buy WEN 56551 Portable Generator:

  • button icon Powerful 457cc Air-cooled OHV Engine
  • button icon Automatic Voltage Regulator and Overload Protection
  • button icon Digital LED Hour Counter
  • button icon Electric Start System
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Runners Up:

Briggs and Stratton 30469

Reasons to buy Briggs and Stratton 30469 :

  • button icon 10 inch wheels that never go flat
  • button icon Up to 13 hours of nonstop operation on 50% load
  • button icon 1650 series OHV 342 cc engine capacity
  • button icon Contains hour meter for monitoring the gas levels
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PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

WEN 56551 Portable Generator

  • Electric Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • CARB Compliant
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
  • Air Cooled
  • Voltmeter
DESIGN:
WINNER :

WEN 56551 Portable Generator

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
DRAW :
CONCLUSION
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Comparison Winner
WEN 56551 Portable Generator

Reasons why we like it:

  • Electric Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • CARB Compliant
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
  • Air Cooled
  • Voltmeter
  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
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COMPARISON – WEN 56551 Portable Generator VS. Briggs and Stratton 30469

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

It is portable. The 9.5-inch wheels combined with the space-saving fold-down handles simplify storage and transportation.

Yes

Easy to move to multiple venues for power supply

Starting Watts

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

5500 surge watts.

Yes

7500 starting watts

Running Stats

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

5000 running watt.

Yes

6000 running watts – creates 25% more surge wattage for multiple large devices and power tools at ago

RV Ready

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

RV ready using its multi feature control panel with covered outlets

Yes

30469 is RV ready – rolls over multiple floors for easy movement

Gas Powered

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Gas powered

Yes

Uses only gas as a source of fuel

Run Time on Full Tank

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

As for its running time, the generator, along with its 6.6 gallons fuel capacity, can run for around 17 hours at 100% load with a full tank filled with gasoline

Yes

Delivers nonstop 13 hours on a 50% load of run time

Recoil Start

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

Yes

It recoils to start

Electric Start

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Electric start powers the 457cc 4-stroke OHV engine with the turn of a key

No

Dual Fuel

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

WEN is a Dual Fuel Portable Generator with Wheel Kit and Electric Start

No

FUEL TYPE

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Uses both gasoline or propane

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

30 Amperage

Yes

25.0 amps – surge

VOLTAGE

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Voltage easily goes from 120V to 240V, perfect for transfer switches and emergency backup

Yes

120/240 Single Phase

FREQUENCY

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60 Hertz

HORSEPOWER

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

14.75 HP

Yes

N/A

ENGINE TYPE

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

OHV engine

Yes

Made with a 1650 series OHV 342cc Engine

ENGINE SPEED

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

4-stroke

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

It is CARB Compliant

No

CSA Certified

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

Yes

Rated according to CSA standards

EPA Certified

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

No

Cold Start Technology

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

No

Easy to Start

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Just simply turn the key to begin generator

Yes

No complicate steps for starting – just recoil

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

6.6 gallons

Yes

7 gallon fuel tank – large tank capacity

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

20 lbs tank - propane

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

8.5 hours on 50% load.

Yes

Takes 13 hours at 1/2 load

Runtime (Propane)

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Up to 8 Hours at 1/2-Load on 40 lb.

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Powers down instantly on low oil alert

Yes

switches off immediately low oil is detected

Air Cooled

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

The generator features a 4-stroke, air cooled, OHV engine with electric start.

No

Engine Capacity

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

212 cc

Yes

342 cc engine capacity

Voltmeter

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

It features an analog voltmeter

No

Noise Level (dBA)

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

The generator is rated for a noise of 72 dBA

Yes

N/A

Multi-Purpose

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

It is multipurpose – great during camping, tailgating, work sites and homes.

Yes

It is multipurpose – can be used in sites, homes and camps

Heavy Duty

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Effortlessly powers different kinds of appliance and lighting needs – Heavy duty.

Yes

Created for heavy duty – can power multiple large appliances plus power tools at ago

Solar Generator

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

No

Framed for Durability

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Framed for durability using heavy duty material – guards’ generator from snow, rain, scratches, dust storms and other elements outdoors

Yes

Has been framed – enhances durability

Starting method

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Electric start

Yes

Recoil starts – use the traditional easy method

WEN 56551 Portable Generator

DESIGN:

Open Frame

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Generator contains an open frame design

Yes

Features an open frame

Outlets

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Four 120V GFCI outlets (5-20R), a 120V 30A twist lock outlet (L5-30R), a 120V/240V 50A outlet (NEMA 14-50R).

Yes

4 of 120-volt outlets and 1 of 120/240-volt 30-amp outlet. Have rubber covers

Portable

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

It is portable. The 9.5-inch wheels combined with the space-saving fold-down handles simplify storage and transportation.

Yes

2 wheels and handles enhance portability

Weight

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

105.8 pounds

Yes

194 pounds in total weight

Wheel type

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Features a 5.5 inch heavy duty wheels. Easily maneuvers across different surfaces

Yes

Equipped with never go flat wheels – 10 inches. Can rise over different floor types easily

Handle style

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Wheel and Handle Kit

Yes

‘T’ handle type – can be folded down to save space. Material gentle on the hands

Warranty

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

2 year warranty

Yes

2 years warranty.

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

27.3 x 20.6 x 21.9 inches

No

Included Accessories

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Includes four 120V GFCI outlets (5-20R), a 120V 30A twist lock outlet (L5-30R), a 120V/240V 50A outlet (NEMA 14-50R), a 12V DC cigarette-lighter-style plug, a bottle of oil, a 47-inch LPG connection hose, and a two-year warranty

Yes

Engine oil, manual guide and a quick start guide

WEN 56551 Portable Generator

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

It has a low-oil alert indicator.

Yes

Uses an hour meter – monitors the remaining gasoline levels in the tank

Low oil shutdown

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Powers down instantly on low oil alert

Yes

Low oil shut down protection – safeguards engine from damage when oil is very low

Noise Level

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

72 dBA

Yes

N/A

CONCLUSION

Pros

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

- It features up to 5500 starting watts and 5000 running watts - It runs relatively quiet with its whisper serried muffler and 72 decibels - Portable - Runs on both gasoline and propane making it flexible - Built with a 1.8 fuel tank capacity - This generator contains an automatic low oil and overload shutdown protection - Is able to provide up to 50 Amps of dependable power - Has a long run time of about 17 hours on a 1/2 fuel load - Generator is CARB complaint - Its multi featured control panel is placed suitably with a unique outlet cover to guard from dust, dirt and debris - Attached with a 2 year warranty period - Heavy duty generator avails power to light up indoors and outdoors and keep your family connected during power blackout - Accessories include Bottle of engine oil, Volt lock automatic voltage regulator, oil funnel and SP wrench. - Features a volt lock automatic voltage regulator that produces a clean and steady power output from stream alternator - Comes with an easy recoil start method

Yes

- Constructed with a long power supply of 13 hours at 1/2 load - Will produce up to 25% more wattage for all your power needs - Powerful 1650 Series OHV 342cc Engine capacity - A 2 year limited warranty given on purchase that protect against workmanship and defects - Inbuilt with power surge alternator for multiple large appliance at the same time - Easy to start through the recoil starting option - High running wattage of 6000 watts and starting wattage of 7500 watts - Contains an hour meter to indicate progress of gas in fuel tank - Never flat 10 inches wheels promote portability to different places - Outlets are covered with rubber material for durability - Built with a single sided control panel – easily accessible - Foldable handles are easy to store and handle - Solid and compact build with 28.7 x 18.4 x 25.3 inches dimensions - Metallic fuel tank material that is non rust - Has a fast engine speed of 3600 RPM - Shuts down automatically once the fuel is low in the tank - Has a multipurpose ability of being used in many locations - Includes engine oil, quick start guide and manual guide as extra accessories

Cons

WEN 56551 Portable Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

- This generator doesn’t contain an recoil start. - Cannot be operated using solar - Generator has not been framed using a metallic or iron roll cage - A cold start technology is not included on the generator

Yes

- Is not EPA or CARB approved - Cannot be started electrically - Uses only one fuel type – gasoline - Doesn’t charge using direct sunlight - Operates with gasoline which is inflammable - A voltage meter is not included - Generator might release harmful substances from gas during use - Difficult to lift off the ground due to its weight – 194 pounds

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