CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator VS. DuroMax XP8500E

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Runners Up:

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator

Reasons to buy WEN DF1100T 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:

DuroMax XP8500E

Reasons to buy DuroMax XP8500E :

  • button icon Has low oil indicator which prevents engine damage.
  • button icon Has a super quiet exhaust with a built in spark arrestor which minimize sound.
  • button icon Multi-purpose
  • button icon Has a powerful DUROMAX engine
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

DuroMax XP8500E

  • Recoil Start
  • EPA Certified
  • Cold Start Technology
DESIGN:
WINNER :

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
DRAW :
CONCLUSION
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COMPARISON – WEN DF1100T Portable Generator VS. DuroMax XP8500E

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

It is a portable generator

Starting Watts

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

11,000 surge watts.

Yes

8,500 watts

Running Stats

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

8,300 running watt.

Yes

7,000watts

RV Ready

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

RV ready using its multi feature control panel with covered outlets

Yes

RV Ready

Gas Powered

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

Gas powered

Yes

Yes, it is a gas powered generator

Run Time on Full Tank

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

As for its running time, the DF1100T, 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

8 hours

Recoil Start

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
No

Yes

Yes, can be used as backup if the battery is not fully charged

Electric Start

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

Yes, it can be started with electricity

Dual Fuel

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

WEN DF1100T 11,000-Watt 120V/240V Dual Fuel Portable Generator with Wheel Kit and Electric Start

Yes

Gasoline

FUEL TYPE

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

Uses both gasoline or propane

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

50 Amperage

Yes

58.33A / 29.17A

VOLTAGE

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

120V / 240VAC & 12VDC

FREQUENCY

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60 Hz

HORSEPOWER

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

14.75 HP

Yes

Yes, it features a 16 horsepower

ENGINE TYPE

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

OHV engine

Yes

4-Cycle Air-Cooled Spark-Ignition

ENGINE SPEED

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

4-stroke

Yes

3600RPM

CARB Compliant

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

It is CARB Compliant

Yes

It is not carb complaint so it cannot be used in California

CSA Certified

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
No

No

EPA Certified

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
No

Yes

It is approved by the EPA

Cold Start Technology

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
No

Yes

Yes, it is available to ensure a quick and easy start in areas where the weather is unpredictable

Easy to Start

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

Just simply turn the key to begin generator

Yes

Yes, it is easy to start because it is equipped with both electric start and recoil start options

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

6.6 gallons

Yes

7.9 gallons

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

20 lbs tank - propane

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

8.5 hours on 50% load.

Yes

11.5 hours at 1/2 load

Runtime (Propane)

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

Powers down instantly on low oil alert

Yes

The generator shuts off when it senses that the oil level is low

Air Cooled

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

Yes, it is air cooled

Engine Capacity

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

457 cc

Yes

420 cc

Voltmeter

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

It features an analog voltmeter

Yes

Yes, its available

Noise Level (dBA)

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

The generator is rated for a noise of 72 dBA

Yes

72 decibel range when loaded

Multi-Purpose

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

Yes, it can be used in camps, running home machines like cookers, for lights

Heavy Duty

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

Yes, it can perform heavy duties

Solar Generator

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
No

No

Framed for Durability

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

Framed

Starting method

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

Electric start

Yes

Recoil or electric

DuroMax XP8500E

DESIGN:

Open Frame

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

Generator contains an open frame design

Yes

Yes, it has got an open frame

Outlets

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
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)120V 20A GFCI Outlet, (1)120/240V 30A Twist Lock and (1) 10A 12V utility connector

Portable

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

Yes it is portablefor easy relocation

Weight

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

214 pounds

Yes

210 LBS

Wheel type

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

Solid-fill wheels

Handle style

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

Wheel and Handle Kit

Yes

It has foldable handles

Warranty

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

2 year warranty

Yes

3 years

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

27.3 x 20.6 x 21.9 inches

No

Included Accessories

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
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

Oil funnel, spark plug wrench, tool set,Wheel & Handle Kit, DC Charging Cables and owner’s manual .

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

It has a low-oil alert indicator.

Yes

Yes, it has got the oil warning flash which flashes before the low oil shut-down feature takes effect.

Low oil shutdown

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

Powers down instantly on low oil alert

Yes

It is designed with a low oil shut-off sensor which prevents the engine from being damaged when oil levels become too low.

Noise Level

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

72 dBA

Yes

72 dB(A)

CONCLUSION

Pros

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

- It features up to 11000 starting watts and 8300 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

• It is a portable equipment which enables easy transportation from one location. • It has got the never flat tires that are versatile. • it has got a variety of outlets and the unit can be easily transported with the attached wheel kit. • It runs on gas which is a convenient fuel because its readily available and so easy to store. • It has a super quiet exhaust with a built in spark arrestor which minimizes sound.

Cons

WEN DF1100T Portable Generator
DuroMax XP8500E
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

• The generator is not CARB complaint_ it cannot be used in countries like California. • Its noise levels are a bit higher than the desired.

Overall Winner

Draw

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