CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator VS. DuroMax XP12000EH

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Winner:

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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WEN GN4500 Portable Generator

Reasons to buy WEN GN4500 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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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

DuroMax XP12000EH

  • Recoil Start
  • EPA Certified
DESIGN:
WINNER :

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
DRAW :
CONCLUSION
DRAW :
Comparison Winner
DuroMax XP12000EH

Reasons why we like it:

  • Recoil Start
  • EPA Certified
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COMPARISON – WEN GN4500 Portable Generator VS. DuroMax XP12000EH

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
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 a portable generator

Starting Watts

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

4500 surge watts.

Yes

12,000 Watts

Running Stats

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

3600 running watt.

Yes

9,500 Watts

RV Ready

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

RV ready using its multi feature control panel with covered outlets

Yes

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

Gas Powered

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Gas powered

Yes

Gas powered

Run Time on Full Tank

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
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

8.83 hours(gasoline) and 7.2hours(propane)

Recoil Start

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

Yes

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

Electric Start

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

Features a user-friendly keyed electric start

Dual Fuel

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

Uses Propane & Gasoline

FUEL TYPE

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Uses both gasoline or propane

Yes

GASOLINE / PROPANE

AMPERAGE

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

30 Amperage

Yes

39.6A/79.2A

VOLTAGE

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

120V / 240VAC & 12VDC

FREQUENCY

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60Hz

HORSEPOWER

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

14.75 HP

Yes

18HP

ENGINE TYPE

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

OHV engine

Yes

4-CYCLE AIR-COOLED SPARK-IGNITION

ENGINE SPEED

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

4-stroke

Yes

3600RPM

CARB Compliant

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

It is CARB Compliant

Yes

Yes, it’s CARB Compliant

CSA Certified

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

No

EPA Certified

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

Yes

Yes It is EPA certified

Cold Start Technology

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

No

Easy to Start

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Just simply turn the key to begin generator

Yes

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

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

6.6 gallons

Yes

8.3 Gallons

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

20 lbs tank - propane

Yes

40 GALLONS

Runtime (Gasoline)

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

8.5 hours on 50% load.

Yes

8.83 HOURS

Runtime (Propane)

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

7.2 HOURS

Low Oil Shut-Off

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Powers down instantly on low oil alert

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

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

Yes it can be cooled by air

Engine Capacity

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

212 cc

Yes

457 cc

Voltmeter

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

It features an analog voltmeter

Yes

It is 12000eh voltmeter

Noise Level (dBA)

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

The generator is rated for a noise of 72 dBA

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

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

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

Heavy Duty

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

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

Solar Generator

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

No

Framed for Durability

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

Yes its framed

Starting method

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Electric start

Yes

ELECTRIC / RECOIL

DuroMax XP12000EH

DESIGN:

Open Frame

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Generator contains an open frame design

Yes

Yes it has got an open frame

Outlets

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

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

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

You can transport it anywhere

Weight

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

105.8 pounds

Yes

260LBS

Wheel type

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

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

Yes

It has solid fill-wheels

Handle style

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Wheel and Handle Kit

Yes

Fold-able handles – make it easy to transport

Warranty

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

2 year warranty

Yes

3 years

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

27.3 x 20.6 x 21.9 inches

No

Included Accessories

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
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 GN4500 Portable Generator

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

It has a low-oil alert indicator.

Yes

The generator shuts down indicating low oil level

Low oil shutdown

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Powers down instantly on low oil alert

Yes

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

Noise Level

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

72 dBA

Yes

74dB

CONCLUSION

Pros

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

- It features up to 4500 starting watts and 3600 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

• 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

WEN GN4500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
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 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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