CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

Westinghouse WGen3600DF VS. DuroMax XP8500E

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Winner:

Westinghouse WGen3600DF

Reasons to buy Westinghouse WGen3600DF:

  • button icon Push Button Electric Start
  • button icon Easy to Maintain
  • button icon 'On the Fly!' Fuel Change
  • button icon Camper & RV Ready
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Runners Up:

DuroMax XP8500E

Reasons to buy DuroMax XP8500E :

  • button icon Has low oil indicator which prevents engine damage.
  • button icon Has a super quiet exhaust with a built in spark arrestor which minimize sound.
  • button icon Multi-purpose
  • button icon Has a powerful DUROMAX engine
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

Westinghouse WGen3600DF

  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
DESIGN:
WINNER :

Westinghouse WGen3600DF

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
DRAW :
CONCLUSION
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Comparison Winner
Westinghouse WGen3600DF

Reasons why we like it:

  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
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COMPARISON – Westinghouse WGen3600DF VS. DuroMax XP8500E

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

This generator is a portable back up power source.

Yes

It is a portable generator

Starting Watts

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

4650 Peak Watts (Gasoline), 4650 Peak Watts (Propane)

Yes

8,500 watts

Running Stats

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

3600 Running Watts(Gasoline), 3240 Running Watts(propane)

Yes

7,000watts

RV Ready

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

This generator is camp and RV ready.

Yes

RV Ready

Gas Powered

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

Yes, it is a gas powered generator

Run Time on Full Tank

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

12 hrs.

Yes

8 hours

Recoil Start

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
No

Yes

Yes, can be used as backup if the battery is not fully charged

Electric Start

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

This generator is electric started

Yes

Yes, it can be started with electricity

Dual Fuel

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

The Westinghouse power equipment is dual fuel portable generator.

Yes

Gasoline

FUEL TYPE

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

Gasoline and Propane

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

58.33A / 29.17A

VOLTAGE

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

120 / 240 volts

Yes

120V / 240VAC & 12VDC

FREQUENCY

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60 Hz

HORSEPOWER

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

2 HP

Yes

Yes, it features a 16 horsepower

ENGINE TYPE

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

4-Cycle Air-Cooled Spark-Ignition

ENGINE SPEED

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

3600 RPM

Yes

3600RPM

CARB Compliant

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

It is not carb complaint so it cannot be used in California

CSA Certified

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
No

No

EPA Certified

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

This generator is EPA Certified

Yes

It is approved by the EPA

Cold Start Technology

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

The cold weather does not affect the start of this generator in anyway.

Yes

Yes, it is available to ensure a quick and easy start in areas where the weather is unpredictable

Easy to Start

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes, it is easy to start because it is equipped with both electric start and recoil start options

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

6.6 Gallons

Yes

7.9 gallons

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

20 lbs

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

11.5 hours at 1/2 load

Runtime (Propane)

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

This generator features an automatic low oil shutdown.

Yes

The generator shuts off when it senses that the oil level is low

Air Cooled

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

Yes, it is air cooled

Engine Capacity

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

457cc

Yes

420 cc

Voltmeter

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

This generator has a digital Hour Meter or voltmeter.

Yes

Yes, its available

Noise Level (dBA)

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

72 decibel range when loaded

Multi-Purpose

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
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 jobsite powered in seconds.

Yes

Yes, it can be used in camps, running home machines like cookers, for lights

Heavy Duty

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

Yes, it can perform heavy duties

Solar Generator

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
No

No

Framed for Durability

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

Framed

Starting method

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

Electric

Yes

Recoil or electric

Westinghouse WGen3600DF

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

This Westinghouse is an open frame generator.

Yes

Yes, it has got an open frame

Outlets

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
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

(4)120V 20A GFCI Outlet, (1)120/240V 30A Twist Lock and (1) 10A 12V utility connector

Portable

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

Westinghouse outdoor power equipment is a dual fuel portable generator.

Yes

Yes it is portablefor easy relocation

Weight

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

109 pounds

Yes

210 LBS

Wheel type

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

10" Solid Wheels

Yes

Solid-fill wheels

Handle style

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

It has foldable handles

Warranty

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

3 years

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

23.3 x 22.8 x 21.3 inches

No

Included Accessories

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
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

Oil funnel, spark plug wrench, tool set,Wheel & Handle Kit, DC Charging Cables and owner’s manual .

Westinghouse WGen3600DF

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

Yes, it has got the oil warning flash which flashes before the low oil shut-down feature takes effect.

Low oil shutdown

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

It shuts down after sensing that the oil levels are low

Yes

It is designed with a low oil shut-off sensor which prevents the engine from being damaged when oil levels become too low.

Noise Level

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

74dba

Yes

72 dB(A)

CONCLUSION

Pros

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

In the expected price range Several accessories included RV Ready Remote start Dual Fuel

Yes

• It is a portable equipment which enables easy transportation from one location. • It has got the never flat tires that are versatile. • it has got a variety of outlets and the unit can be easily transported with the attached wheel kit. • It runs on gas which is a convenient fuel because its readily available and so easy to store. • It has a super quiet exhaust with a built in spark arrestor which minimizes sound.

Cons

Westinghouse WGen3600DF
DuroMax XP8500E
Yes

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

Yes

• The generator is not CARB complaint_ it cannot be used in countries like California. • Its noise levels are a bit higher than the desired.

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