CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

Westinghouse wgen9500DF VS. Generac GP8000E

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Winner:

Westinghouse wgen9500DF

Reasons to buy Westinghouse wgen9500DF:

  • button icon Electric Start Key Fob
  • button icon Dual Fuel (Gasoline or Propane)
  • button icon Easy Maintenance
  • button icon Transfer Switch Ready
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Runners Up:

Generac GP8000E

Reasons to buy Generac GP8000E :

  • button icon Electric start with a recoil backup starting methods
  • button icon Up to 12 hours running at a 1/2 gasoline load
  • button icon CSA compliant
  • button icon Durable with a hardened 1-1/4" Steel tube cradle
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PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

Westinghouse wgen9500DF

  • Dual Fuel
  • CARB Compliant
  • EPA Certified
  • Cold Start Technology
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
  • Voltmeter
  • Noise Level (dBA)
DESIGN:
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CONCLUSION
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Comparison Winner
Westinghouse wgen9500DF

Reasons why we like it:

  • Dual Fuel
  • CARB Compliant
  • EPA Certified
  • Cold Start Technology
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
  • Voltmeter
  • Noise Level (dBA)
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COMPARISON – Westinghouse wgen9500DF VS. Generac GP8000E

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

This generation is a portable backup power source.

Yes

GP8000E is portable to shift from one place of power supply to a different place

Starting Watts

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

12500 Peak Watts (Gasoline), 11200 Peak Watts (Propane)

Yes

Starts with 10,000 watts

Running Stats

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

9500 Running Watts(Gasoline), 8500 Running Watts(propane)

Yes

Runs at 8000 watts

RV Ready

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

This generator is camp and RV ready.

Yes

RV ready with an hour meter and covered circuit breaker protection

Gas Powered

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

This generator is gas or propane powered meaning it is dual-fueled.

Yes

Gas powered

Run Time on Full Tank

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

12 hrs.

Yes

Runs for 12 hours on a 50% fuel tank load

Recoil Start

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

It has recoil to start method as part of the different ways you can start it.

Yes

Yes, this model recoil starts

Electric Start

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

This generator can be electric started although it is optional.

Yes

Electric start

Dual Fuel

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

The Westinghouse power equipment WGen9500DF is dual fuel portable generator.

No

FUEL TYPE

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

Gasoline and Propane

Yes

Runs using gasoline fuel type

AMPERAGE

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

36 Amps @ 240V 79 Amps @120V (running Amp)_ 52 Amps @ 240V 104 Amps @120V (starting Amp)

Yes

N/A

VOLTAGE

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

120 / 240 volts

Yes

N/A

FREQUENCY

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

N/A

HORSEPOWER

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

2 HP

Yes

N/A

ENGINE TYPE

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

It is powered by a Heavy Duty 457cc Westinghouse 4-Stroke OHV Engine.

Yes

Generic OHV 420cc engine

ENGINE SPEED

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

3600 RPM

Yes

N/A

CARB Compliant

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

This generator is CARB Compliant and cleared for use in all 50 states of the USA.

No

CSA Certified

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
No

Yes

It is complaint with CSA standards for certification

EPA Certified

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

Thus generator is EPA Certified

No

Cold Start Technology

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

The Westinghouse WG9500DF has a remote start which is very nice in the cold weather. The cold weather does not affect the start of this generator in any way.

No

Easy to Start

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

Thanks to its, remote start technology, electric start, and recoil start, this generator is very easy to start. You do not have to be a professional to start it: so it's as simple as a push of a button to get it started

Yes

Anyone can start it up – uses a single touch startup method for an effortless generator starting

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

6.6 Gallons

Yes

Features a 7.5 gallon fuel tank capacity of gasoline

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

20 lbs

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

The WG9500DF runs for up to 12 hours on a 6.6 gal. fuel tank

Yes

Extended 12 hours runtime on only a 1/2 gasoline load

Runtime (Propane)

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

It runs for 7 hours on a 20 lb. propane tank

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

The WGen9500DF features an automatic low oil shutdown.

Yes

Uses a low oil shut off

Air Cooled

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

The Westinghouse WGEN9500DF has an air-cooled 13.5 hp, 457cc, 4-stroke engine that operates at 3600 RPMs.

Yes

Air cools on its own to avoid heat up

Engine Capacity

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

457cc

Yes

420 cc engine type with splash lubrication

Voltmeter

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

This generator has a digital Hour Meter or voltmeter.

No

Noise Level (dBA)

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

It operates with as low as 74 dBA volume which is quiet enough not to disturb other activities that are going on.

No

Multi-Purpose

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

It is multi-purpose since it is able to power up many appliances at ago such as lights, A/C and others. Conveniently portable with an included set of heavy-duty never-flat wheels, handle and lift bracket, it'll have your house, travel trailer, or job site powered in seconds.

Yes

Perfect for camping, home use, job sites and any other outdoor events – multi purpose

Heavy Duty

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

The WGen9500 is a heavy-duty portable generator to handle your power needs and more.

Yes

Heavy duty generator – its able to light up places, charge phones and other devices and power up small appliances and tools

Solar Generator

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
No

No

Framed for Durability

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

The WGen9500DF is framed for durability.it is made with a long-lasting cast-iron sleeve which is very durable.

Yes

Framed with a strong hardened 1 1/4 inch steel tube crib. Provides durability and strength to generator

Starting method

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

Electric, Remote, Recoil

Yes

Electric starting method with a recoil starting method backup

Westinghouse wgen9500DF

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

The Westinghouse WG9500DF is an open frame generator.

Yes

Constructed with an open frame – effortless to lift off the ground

Outlets

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

2 Duplex 120V 5-20R 1 120/240V L14-30R 1 120/240V 14-50R ST Switch; All Outlets Have Rubber Covers for Added Safety

Yes

Outlets include; (4) 120 volt 5-20R outlets and (1) 20/240 volt L14-30R twist lock outlet – contain a circuit breaker protection

Portable

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

Westinghouse outdoor power equipment WGen9500DF is a dual fuel portable generator.

Yes

Portable using the lightweight build, wheels and handles to transport

Weight

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

220 pounds

Yes

197 pounds of weight

Wheel type

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

10" Solid Wheels

Yes

Never flat heavy duty wheels – smoothly glides on multiple floor types for portability

Handle style

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

Has a single fold-down handle for its flexible transportation/movement

Yes

An ergonomic locking fold down handle style – offers a reliable portability and minimal storage

Warranty

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

Has 3-year residential warranty with lifetime technical support from the company

Yes

Up to 2 years of limited warranty

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

27.2 x 26.1 x 26.5 inches

Yes

28 x 27 x 25 inches

Included Accessories

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

Comes With a Remote Start Key Fob, 12V Battery Charger, Oil, an Oil Funnel, a Tool Kit, and a User’s Manual to Get You Started Right Out of the Box

Yes

Battery and user manual

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

It has an LED light indicator to let you know when the oil is low.

Yes

Low oil indicator and fuel gauge alert you once oil is low in fuel tank

Low oil shutdown

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

It shuts down after sensing that the oil levels are low

Yes

Shuts down instantly when oil is not added in fuel tank after low oil alert

Noise Level

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

74dba

Yes

Low tone muffler – enjoy a quiet runtime both indoors and outdoors

CONCLUSION

Pros

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

Has outlet covers which keeps out moisture and debris if outlets are not in use. It is transfer switch ready where in case of a power outage, you will be easily able to connect it to a breaker box and power your household. It has an Automatic Voltage Regulator (AVR) and Circuit Breaker Protection Which Protects your appliances and equipment from harmful voltage swings and helps to prevent overload to the generator.

Yes

- Flexible electric starting method with a recoil backup - Contains a Generic OHV 420cc engine with splash lubrication that delivers a long engine life on this model - Powered with an effective wattage of 10000 starting watts and 8000 running watts - Features an automatic shut down feature activated once the fuel is low so as to protect the engine from getting damaged - Low tone muffler for a quiet operation both indoors and outdoors - Framed with quality steel frame hardened using a 1 1/4 inch steel tube cradle to last a long time - Inbuilt with an hour meter that keeps track of the maintenance intervals - Outlets include (4) 120 volt 5-20R outlets and (1) 20/240 volt L14-30R twist lock outlet with a circuit breaker protection - Contains a 7.5 gallon fuel tank capacity that gives up to 12 hours after 50% load - Generator is backed with a 2 year limited warranty - It meets the standards required for CSA certification - Uses a heavy duty never flat wheels to easily moves on different terrains - Compact size of 28 x 27 x 25 inches

Cons

Westinghouse wgen9500DF
Generac GP8000E
Yes

It is not good for the powering of sensitive electronic devices because it has a somewhat high THD (<23%)

Yes

- It’s not a dual fuel type generator - Cold start technology not included - This model is not CARB compliant - Heavy to lift into a car or upstairs

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