CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

Westinghouse WGen12000 VS. Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w

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Winner:

Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w

Reasons to buy Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w:

  • button icon Built with a multi featured control panel
  • button icon Lasting operation with 11.5 hours of run time on a 50% load
  • button icon Up to 7185 of starting watts and 5750 watts of running watts
  • button icon Simple recoil starting system
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Runners Up:

Westinghouse WGen12000

Reasons to buy Westinghouse WGen12000 :

  • button icon 12000 Rated Watts & 15000 Peak Watts
  • button icon Comes With a Remote Start Key Fob
  • button icon Transfer Switch & RV Ready
  • button icon Gas Powered
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w

  • ENGINE SPEED
  • CSA Certified
  • Air Cooled
  • Heavy Duty
DESIGN:
WINNER :

Westinghouse WGen12000

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
WINNER :

Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w

  • Low Oil Indicator
CONCLUSION
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Comparison Winner
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w

Reasons why we like it:

  • ENGINE SPEED
  • CSA Certified
  • Air Cooled
  • Heavy Duty
  • Low Oil Indicator
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COMPARISON – Westinghouse WGen12000 VS. Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

The Westinghouse WGen12000 is an ultra-duty portable generator engineered for strength.

Yes

Yes this generator is portable – wheels and handles enhance its portability from place to place

Starting Watts

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

15000 Peak Watts

Yes

7185 watts – powerful wattage

Running Stats

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

12000 Rated Watts

Yes

5750 watts – can run large motor driven appliances and tools at ago

RV Ready

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

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

Yes

Has 10 a fold up handle and 10 inch never go flat wheels – RV ready

Gas Powered

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

Westinghouse WGen12000 Gas Powered Portable Generator with Remote Electric Start

Yes

Uses gasoline

Run Time on Full Tank

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

The WGen12000 can operate for up to 16 hours with a full tank (fuel consumption around 0.95 GPH)

Yes

N/A

Recoil Start

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

This generator has a recoil start as a backup starting method.

Yes

Recoil starting system

Electric Start

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

It has an electric start

No

Dual Fuel

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
No

No

FUEL TYPE

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

Gasoline

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

Running amps (@120/240V) 100/50 amps Peak amps (@120/240V) 125/62.5 amps

Yes

Runs on 59.9/29.9 amperage

VOLTAGE

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

AC: 120/240V 60 Hz, DC: 5V

Yes

AC - 120/240V 60 Hz – includes an automated voltage regulation

FREQUENCY

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

N/A

HORSEPOWER

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

22 HP

Yes

N/A

ENGINE TYPE

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

713 cc Westinghouse V-Twin

Yes

389cc OHV engine type

ENGINE SPEED

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
No

Yes

N/A

CARB Compliant

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
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 WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
No

Yes

N/A

EPA Certified

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
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 WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

The remote start feature on this generator makes it easy to move.

Yes

N/A

Easy to Start

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

This generator is easy to start thanks to its recoil ,electric and remote start.

Yes

Uses a traditional pull to start mechanism – easy to start

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

10.5 Gallons

Yes

Large 7.5 gallons – metallic tank capacity. Provides long hours of run time

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

10 hours

Yes

Spends 11.5 hours at 1/2 load – enough lighting and connection during power shortage

Runtime (Propane)

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

This generator has an automatic low oil shut-off which will protect your generator from permanent damage.

Yes

It is built with low oil shut down. Includes built in fuel gauge and circuit breaker

Air Cooled

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
No

Yes

N/A

Engine Capacity

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

713cc

Yes

389 cc OHV – powerful engine capacity

Voltmeter

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

This generator has a Digital Hour Meter or voltmeter

No

Noise Level (dBA)

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

74 dBA

Yes

N/A

Multi-Purpose

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

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

Generator is multipurpose – can cool foods, light the house and others connect devices

Heavy Duty

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
No

Yes

Can perform heavy duties – provides lighting to homes, offices, camps and tailgating

Solar Generator

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
No

No

Framed for Durability

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

The Westinghouse WGen12000 has a durable cast iron sleeve, making it so durable.

Yes

Yes, it has been bonded to frame for durability

Starting method

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

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

Yes

Recoil start

Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

It is an open frame generator

Yes

Created as an open frame

Outlets

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

Features Two GFCI 120V 5–20R Standard Household Receptacles, One 120V L5-30R Outlet, One Transfer Switch Ready 120V L14-30R, One RV Ready 120/240V 14–50R, and Two 5V USB Ports; All Outlets Have Rubber Covers for Added Safety

Yes

Features 4 household GFCI 120 V outlets and 1 120/240 V. Use the 30 A locking outlet for any portable needs. Rubber outlet covers guard against elements

Portable

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

This generator is portable and flexible enough

Yes

Easy to shift to a different location

Weight

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

352 pounds

Yes

200 pounds

Wheel type

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

Heavy duty never-flat wheels.

Yes

Solid never go flat wheels. Easily maneuvers over multiple surfaces

Handle style

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

It has a folding style

Yes

Fold up handle style. helps in traveling and storage

Warranty

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

Backed by 3-Year Limited Service

Yes

2 years – effective on purchase

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

34 x 31 x 35 inches

No

Included Accessories

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
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

Rubber outlet covers and oil

Westinghouse WGen12000

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
No

Yes

Shuts down when oil level is low

Low oil shutdown

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

This generator has an automatic low oil shutdown.

Yes

Low oil and overload protection. Turns off generator on low oil and overload

Noise Level

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

74 dBA

Yes

N/A

Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w

CONCLUSION

Pros

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
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

• Built with a circuit breaker for protection • Will spend up to 11.5 hours on a 1/2 load • 10 inches never go flat wheels • Created with an open frame • An instant built in overload protection • Handles Fold once placed on the ground • An automatic oil shut off function • Comes with a spark arrestor – suitable for use in forested areas • Makes use of 7185 watts and 5750 watts for start and running • Includes an automated voltage regulation • High quality metallic fuel tank – 7.5 gallons of fuel • Up to 2 years of warranty • Compact size for simple storage - 29 x 26 x 29 inches • Portable to transport to different location • Has a power surge alternator for large motor driven appliances • Delivers a 120240 Voltage run using gasoline • Easily connects to breaker boxes in homes • Comes with data center on control panel • Rubber outlet covers – protects against elements • Keeps your food cold, lights on and family connected during power blackout • No loud noises during run time • Affordable to purchase and maintain • Comes with easy owner’s manual • Has 4 GFCI 120V household outlets, one 120/240V and 30A locking outlet

Cons

Westinghouse WGen12000
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

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

Yes

• Does not have an electric start option • Not complaint to EPA and CARB • Cannot be run using solar • No dual fuel option – doesn’t use propane • Engine cannot be air cooled • Only one color option – black • Heavy to lift in high surfaces like cars and stairs

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