CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500 VS. Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

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Winner:

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500

Reasons to buy WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500:

  • button icon 8500 Running Watts and 11500 Peak Watts
  • button icon Powered by a Heavy Duty 457cc Westinghouse 4-Stroke OHV Engine
  • button icon With Automatic Low Oil Shutdown and Digital Hour Meter
  • button icon Comes With a Remote Start Key Fob
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Runners Up:

Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

Reasons to buy Briggs and Stratton PRO5000 :

  • button icon Up to 13 hours of run time on ½ load
  • button icon Engine can produce 10 foot pounds of torque
  • button icon Uses an hour meter to monitor gas levels
  • button icon Has a 25% more power surge alternator
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500

  • Cold Start Technology
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Voltmeter
DESIGN:
WINNER :

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
WINNER :

Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

  • Low Oil Indicator
CONCLUSION
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Comparison Winner
WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500

Reasons why we like it:

  • Cold Start Technology
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Voltmeter
  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
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COMPARISON – WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500 VS. Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

The Westinghouse outdoor power equipment WPro8500 is a gas powered portable generator.

Yes

4 wheels for portability during movement

Starting Watts

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

11500 Peak Watts

Yes

6250 of starting watts

Running Stats

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

8500 running watts

Yes

5000 running watts

RV Ready

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

This generator has an RV Ready outlet with a rubber cover for added safety.it is perfect for RV travelers.

Yes

Built with 4 wheels and multiple outlets – this generator is RV ready

Gas Powered

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

The Westinghouse WPro8500 is a gas-powered portable generator with a remote and electric start.

Yes

Gas powered

Run Time on Full Tank

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

With a fuel capacity of 6.6 gallons, the WPro8500 can operate for up to 12 hours using gasoline.

Yes

Runs 13 hours on 1/2 load – ideal for long hour use

Recoil Start

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

The generator has recoil to start method as a backup.

Yes

recoil starts

Electric Start

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Push-Button Electric Start makes starting the WPro8500 effortless.

Yes

is fast and user friendly

Dual Fuel

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

FUEL TYPE

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Gasoline

Yes

Uses gasoline

AMPERAGE

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

50-amp

Yes

21 Amps

VOLTAGE

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

120/240V

Yes

120/240 on a single phase

FREQUENCY

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

AC Frequency

Yes

60 Hertz

HORSEPOWER

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

13.5 HP

Yes

N/A

ENGINE TYPE

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

OHV 4-Stroke Westinghouse Engine

Yes

Vanguard OHV 305cc Engine

ENGINE SPEED

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

3600RPM

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

All Westinghouse Portable Generators are Functionally Tested in the Factory and May Contain Minimum Residual Oil and/or Fuel Odor; EPA and CARB Compliant;

Yes

N/A

CSA Certified

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

Rated according to CSA standards

EPA Certified

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

All Westinghouse Portable Generators are Functionally Tested in the Factory and May Contain Minimum Residual Oil and/or Fuel Odor; EPA and CARB Compliant;

Yes

N/A

Cold Start Technology

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

The Westinghouse WPro8500 has a remote start which is also nice in the cold weather.it has no problem starting in the cold weather whatsoever.

No

Easy to Start

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

First and foremost it comes with a remote start key fob and Electric and Recoil Start which make starting the generator very easy.

Yes

Yes it is easy to start – uses a one touch starting method. Also has a recoil backup to start

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

6.6 gallons

Yes

7 gallons of fuel

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

20 lbs

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

6 hours on ½ load

Yes

Takes 13 hours of nonstop runtime on a 1/2 load

Runtime (Propane)

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

Contains low oil shut off – once the hour meter indicates little time remaining generator automatically shuts down.

Air Cooled

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

The Westinghouse WPro8500 has an air-cooled 13.5 hp, 457cc, 4-stroke engine that operates at 3600 RPMs.

Yes

N/A

Engine Capacity

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

457cc

Yes

305 cc – can produce up to 10 foot pounds of torque

Voltmeter

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

This generator has a digital hour meter or voltmeter

No

Noise Level (dBA)

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

80dBA

Yes

N/A

Multi-Purpose

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

The robust 457cc OHV 4-Stroke Westinghouse Engine is equipped with a steel 6.6 gallon fuel tank and runs for up to 12 hours to power your major appliances such as an air conditioner, refrigerator, and sump pump at the same time. Electric Start Push-Button and remote start key fob offers convenient starting from up to 260 ft. away.

Yes

Perfect for multi-purpose. For camps, tailgating, homes and sites

Heavy Duty

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

The heavy-duty WPro8500 is designed to provide dependable power and maximize convenience.

Yes

Features a power surge alternator – able to operate many large appliances at a go

Solar Generator

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Framed for Durability

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

The Westinghouse WPro8500 has a durable cast iron sleeve, making it so durable.

Yes

Generator has been framed for durability

Starting method

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Electric Start Push-Button and remote start key fob offers convenient starting from up to 260 ft. away.

Yes

Both electric and recoil starting method

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500

DESIGN:

Open Frame

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

The Westinghouse WPro8500 is a powerful open-frame gas-powered generator.

Yes

Yes it is built with an open frame

Outlets

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Features Two GFCI 120V 5–20R Standard Household Receptacle, One Transfer Switch Ready 120V L14-30R, and One RV Ready 120/240V 14–50R; All Outlets Have Rubber Covers for Added Safety

Yes

(2) 120-volt 20-amp outlets, (1) 120-volt 30-amp locking outlet, (1) 120/240-volt 30-amp locking outlet, (1) 12-Volt 10-amp DC outlet

Portable

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

This generator is portable and flexible enough

Yes

Requires minimal effort to be moved to various locations

Weight

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

216 pounds

Yes

200 pounds

Wheel type

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Heavy duty never-flat wheels.

Yes

Up to 4 large Never Flat Wheels .Ease transportation on both sides. Have locking brakes

Handle style

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

It has a folding style

Yes

Drop down handle style – remains down when not in use

Warranty

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Backed by 3-Year Limited Service

Yes

Lasts 2 years from purchase

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

27 x 22 x 22 inches

No

Included Accessories

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
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 (Minimal Assembly Required)

Yes

Comes with an internal trickle and float charger Internal

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

Hour meter – checks the gas level and turns off on low oil

Low oil shutdown

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

This generator has an automatic low oil shutdown.

Yes

Generator shuts down when oil is low in fuel tank

Noise Level

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

80dBA

Yes

Super Lo – tone – minimizes the noise and lessens the vibration power produced

Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

CONCLUSION

Pros

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

High runtime. Several GFCI outlets with covers. ST Switch. Electric start push-button switch. Key fob for remote starting. Quiet. Easy to maneuver.

Yes

- Can provide a clean and instant power for appliances and multiple electronics during power shortage - Attached with a 2 year warranty to guard against defects and workmanship - Has a 305 cc powerful engine that easily handles tough jobs - Features a full GFCI protection that works as circuit breakers for the engine - Low oil automatic shut down can extend the battery life - Delivers a total of 13 hours after a 1/2 load - Large tank capacity of 7 gallons – reduces the refill frequency - Up to 4 never flat wheels to ease movement during transportation - Uses the quick electric restart and traditional recoil method - Created for multi-purpose operation like at sites, camps and homes - It has been built with an open frame and also framed for durability - Features a super lo tone muffler that lessens the noise and reduces on the vibration during operation - Comes with an automatic voltage regulation system that produces 25% more surge wattage to simplify start up - Uses a drop down handle to pull and it can be stored easily - Meets all the standards of CSA certification - Appropriate dimensions for storage - 34 x 27 x 26 inches - Additional accessories of internal trickle charger and a float charger

Cons

WESTINGHOUSE WPRO8500
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Slightly heavy but it is movable thanks to its wheels. It does not have a low oil indicator

Yes

- Does not have a cold start technology - Is not a solar generator - Wheels cannot climb over stairs or other highly raised surfaces - Doesn’t use propane to run - Not voltage meter

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