CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

Westinghouse WGen12000 VS. DuroMax XP5000EHC

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Winner:

DuroMax XP5000EHC

Reasons to buy DuroMax XP5000EHC:

  • button icon Has a powerful DUROMAX engine of 225
  • button icon Low oil shutoff which Protects your investment by automatically
  • button icon It is multi-purpose
  • button icon It is good for home backup
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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 :

DuroMax XP5000EHC

  • Dual Fuel
  • ENGINE SPEED
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
  • Air Cooled
  • Heavy Duty
DESIGN:
WINNER :

Westinghouse WGen12000

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
WINNER :

DuroMax XP5000EHC

  • Low Oil Indicator
CONCLUSION
DRAW :
Comparison Winner
DuroMax XP5000EHC

Reasons why we like it:

  • Dual Fuel
  • ENGINE SPEED
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
  • Air Cooled
  • Heavy Duty
  • Low Oil Indicator
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COMPARISON – Westinghouse WGen12000 VS. DuroMax XP5000EHC

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

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

Yes

Yes, it is a portable generator

Starting Watts

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

15000 Peak Watts

Yes

5,000 watts

Running Stats

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

12000 Rated Watts

Yes

4,000 watts

RV Ready

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

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

Yes

Yes, it is RV Ready

Gas Powered

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Westinghouse WGen12000 Gas Powered Portable Generator with Remote Electric Start

Yes

the generator is gas powered

Run Time on Full Tank

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
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
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

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

Yes

Yes, it can be recoil started

Electric Start

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

It has an electric start

Yes

Yes, but its optional

Dual Fuel

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

Yes

Dual Fuel Portable Generator

FUEL TYPE

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Gasoline

Yes

Propane / gasoline

AMPERAGE

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

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

Yes

37.50A / 18.75A

VOLTAGE

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

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

Yes

120V / 240VAC & 12VDC

FREQUENCY

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60Hz

HORSEPOWER

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

22 HP

Yes

7.5HP

ENGINE TYPE

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

713 cc Westinghouse V-Twin

Yes

4-Cycle Air-Cooled Spark-Ignition

ENGINE SPEED

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
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

it is CARB Complaint

CSA Certified

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

No

EPA Certified

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
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

it is certified by EPA

Cold Start Technology

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

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

No

Easy to Start

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

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

Yes

it is easy to start because it has got two start types namely; recoil and electric start where you can opt to use any of the two.

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

10.5 Gallons

Yes

3.96 Gallons

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

Yes

20 Gallons

Runtime (Gasoline)

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

10 hours

Yes

8.92 hours

Runtime (Propane)

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

Yes

7.63 hours

Low Oil Shut-Off

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

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

Yes

the generator shuts off if it senses that the oil is low

Air Cooled

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

Yes

it is air cooled

Engine Capacity

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

713cc

Yes

225cc

Voltmeter

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

This generator has a Digital Hour Meter or voltmeter

Yes

it is available

Noise Level (dBA)

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

74 dBA

Yes

69dB

Multi-Purpose

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
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

Yes, the generator is multi-purpose since it can run house hold appliances and provide power at job sites

Heavy Duty

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

Yes

it performs heavy duty works such as providing power at job sites plus running heavy home appliances

Solar Generator

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

No

Framed for Durability

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

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

Yes

Yes, it is framed for durability

Starting method

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

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

Yes

Electric / Recoil method

DuroMax XP5000EHC

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

It is an open frame generator

Yes

it has an open frame

Outlets

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
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

(TWO) 120V 20A GFCI Outlet and (ONE) 120 / 240V 30A Twist Lock

Portable

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

This generator is portable and flexible enough

Yes

Yes, it is a portable machine which easies it transportation to any desired place

Weight

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

352 pounds

Yes

127 LBS

Wheel type

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Heavy duty never-flat wheels.

Yes

Solid- fill wheels

Handle style

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

It has a folding style

Yes

Fold handle style

Warranty

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Backed by 3-Year Limited Service

Yes

3 years

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

34 x 31 x 35 inches

No

Included Accessories

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
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

Oil Funnel, Tool Set, Spark Plug Wrench, Wheel & Handle Kit, DC Charging Cables and the Owner's Manual

Westinghouse WGen12000

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

Yes

The generator shuts down indicating low oil levels

Low oil shutdown

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

This generator has an automatic low oil shutdown.

Yes

Yes, it shuts down automatically in case it senses that the oil level is low

Noise Level

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

74 dBA

Yes

69Db

DuroMax XP5000EHC

CONCLUSION

Pros

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
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

• The generator is powered by a 225cc ohc DUROMAX engine making powerful. • It uses dual fuel since it can run on both propane and gasoline giving you a choice of what fuel to use. • You can choose between operating it at both 120 V and 240 V Simultaneously, or at 120 only with full power. • It has got low oil shut off. • It is reasonably quiet during operation

Cons

Westinghouse WGen12000
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

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

Yes

• The generator is a potential source of electric shocks in case it is not kept dry hence causing injury. • The engine produces a dangerous chemical which is able to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. • Poor connection of this generator to a building can allow electrical current to back feed into utility lines creating an electrocution hazard o people.

Overall Winner

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