5 Best DuroMax Generators – Your Reliable and Affordable Power Source

The DuroMax XP12000EH is a powerful conventional generator and is a trustworthy source of power in times of need. With its ample 12,000 watts of starting power and 9,500 watts of continuous power, there’s enough juice to keep all major appliances and lights running for hours on end.

This generator also comes equipped with dual fuel technology, allowing you the flexibility to run it using either gasoline or propane gas. Being able to run on two different fuels also allows for two different runtimes. At a 50% load, you can expect 7.2 hours of run using its 40-gallon propane tank, while at the same load for gasoline, you’re looking 8.83 hours on an 8.3-gallon tank. When combined together, that’s just over 16 hours of runtime, which is great news if you need power for this length of time.

In terms of sound, the XP1200EH is average at 74 dB, which can be roughly compared to the sound a vacuum cleaner makes. But when you think about how much power this machine needs to generate, that 74 dB is relatively low.

The power panel also sports a variety of outlets ensuring that your applications will be compatible in the outlets offered.

At 260 pounds, the XP1200EH is a hefty generator because of all the power it is packing. It can be easily transported using the wheels on the generator but in some of the DuroMax generator reviews we’ve encountered, quite a few customers have revealed that the wheels are not of the greatest quality.

What we liked:

• Fuel flexibility
• Powerful
• Longer runtimes
• Low noise level
• Variety of outlets in power panel
• Electric start

What could be better:

• Unreliable wheels

The DuroMax XP4850EH is a conventional portable generator equipped with enough power to keep you going in times of need. When compared with “The Beast,” this DuroMax generator focuses on efficiency more than power and is a much more cost-effective option which is great if you’re seeking a budget generator. The specs will obviously be significantly less than “The Beast,” but if you need just enough power to get by and you’re not trying to power heavy-duty appliances and lights in every room of your house, the efficiency of this generator just might be right for you.

At just 4,850 watts of starting power and 3,850 watts of continuous power on gas, the XP4850EH has significantly less muscle than the 12,000/9,500 the XP1200EH sports but provides enough power to keep your basic appliances up and running.

Like “The Beast,” this generator comes equipped with dual-fuel technology, enabling you to run either propane fuel or gasoline (3.96-gallon capacity tank).

The runtime on the XP4850EH is quite good as for a 50% load on gasoline, you’ll get about 10.42 hours and for the same load on propane, it comes out to 8.92 hours. That’s nearly 20 hours of total runtime which, if you’re running just basic appliances and lights, is pretty good.

At 69dB, the XP4850EH is average on the generator noise-making scale, roughly equivalent to the sounds a running vacuum cleaner makes. But considering the much smaller size of this generator, it can be considered loud.

Lastly, this generator’s portability is a big plus. At just 127 pounds (half the weight of “The Beast”), the XP4850EH can be easily transported using the wheels on this generator.

What we liked:

• Portability
• Fuel flexibility
• Power efficiency
• Great runtime
• Electric start

What could be better:

• Loud for its size

The DuroMax XP4000S is a generator well-equipped for lighter-duty household power needs. It is another cost-effective option for those seeking a generator that has enough power to keep appliances running in emergency situations.

This generator is easy to use and can easily be started up by yanking on the E-Z 1-pull recoil cord. It starts up at a solid 4,000 watts of power and runs at a steady 3,300 watts. The engine comes equipped with 7HP and a smart, air-cooling function. With this feature, the engine automatically air-cools itself once it detects the engine is getting hot. This allows for full engine optimization and increases the life span of the engine itself.

The fuel tank capacity is a solid 3.96 gallons and allows for an economical 8 hours of runtime at a 50% load. This is a great option for those seeking power for appliances and lights in backup emergency situations and not for heavy-duty power usage.

The 69 dB of noise this generator produces is average and can be likened to that of a running vacuum cleaner. While not noisy but not quiet either, it’s better to keep this generator out of earshot of your neighbors.

This generator is quite light and only weighs 105 pounds. However, it does not have wheels attached to transport the generator which hurts its portability as trying to carry over 100 pounds of weight can be taxing. A solution to this is that you can purchase wheels separately and install them yourself.

What we liked:

• Easy to start up
• Durable engine
• Long runtime

What could be better:

• No wheels included in the purchase

The DuroMax XP2000EH is a portable inverter generator that provides clean and stable power and is a great option for camping and tailgating parties.

For such a small and compact generator, it packs a mighty punch and will keep you with power in emergency situations for a good amount of time. That’s because it has the dual-fuel technology, can safely use either propane or gasoline as a fuel source, and can easily switch between the two by simply just turning the knob.

This generator is easy to use as it can be started up using the recoil start and fires up at 2,000 watts and settles in at 1,600 watts of power. Thanks to the inverter’s fuel-efficient capabilities, this 1.19-gallon gasoline fuel tank will keep you powered for about 6.78 hours at a 50% load, while a 20-gallon propane tank at a 50% load will give you a whopping 21.46 hours of power! This is more than enough lights and laptops to power-up at the campsite and certainly more than enough power to cook a few hot dogs and burgers before the big game.

The XP2000EH is compact in design and at 47 pounds, it is very light and is made more easily transportable thanks to its handle at the top. For such a small generator, it also hardly makes any sound. At the 61 dB of noise this generator makes, you’re looking at the sound level of a normal conversation.

What we liked:

• Easy to transport
• Easy to use
• Fuel flexibility
• Great runtime on propane
• Low noise level

What could be better:

• Small gas tank capacity

The DuroMax XP15000EH is the most powerful dual-fuel generator in its class and can be relied on to provide big-time power in cases of extreme emergency. Its metal composition gives it a durable design and coupled with its immense power, is great for powering large appliances, home air conditioning units, and lights throughout the house and for jobsites as well.

The engine features a solid 23HP and the generator itself peaks at 15,000 watts and steadily runs at 12,000 watts on gasoline. With a large capacity gas fuel tank at 8.3 gallons, that will get you about 9.03 hours at a 50% load. If using a 60-gallon propane tank, you’re looking at 8.58 hours at the same load capacity. A generator that packs this much power is usually a standby generator but the fact that this is a portable generator makes it much more versatile.

The power panel on this generator comes equipped with seven separate outlets which increases the likelihood of your applications being compatible.

With a generator that is this powerful and is made up of dense materials, it will be felt in the portability. It weighs a substantial 350 pounds and DuroMax attempts to make the portability of this generator easier with an attached wheel kit and folding handle. Despite these features, it can be a bit hard to maneuver this generator just because of its sheer weight.

In terms of sound, at 84 dB, this generator produces quite a bit of sound. But when you factor in its size, weight, and the power it produces, 84 dB is average, at best.

What we liked:

• Fuel flexibility
• Very powerful
• Good runtimes
• Variety of outlets in power panel
• Electric start

What could be better:

• Heavy
• Hard to maneuver
• Can be loud