Champion 8000W Electric Start Dual Fuel Generator (201568) vs WEN DF8000X
Two of the dual-fuel & open-frame portable generators in our best dual-fuel portable generators: champion, westinghouse, duromax, wen & firman comparison, lined up spec by spec. Every figure comes from the manufacturer pages linked below, and the scores use the same published formula as the full ranking.
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Champion 8000W Electric Start Dual Fuel Generator (201568)
Best for: 8,000 W dual fuel with a 14-50R
Check price at AmazonBest for: 6,500 W dual fuel with Watchdog CO shutdown
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Green marks the better published figure. "Not listed" means the manufacturer doesn't publish it.
| Spec | Champion 8000W Electric Start Dual Fuel Generator (201568) | WEN DF8000X | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Running watts (gasoline)Continuous (rated) output on gasoline as the maker lists it. | 8000 W | 6500 W | 25% |
| Starting wattsPeak (surge) output on gasoline for starting motors. | 10000 W | 8000 W | 5% |
| Runtime at 50% loadHours on a full gasoline tank at half load, as the maker states. | 10 h | 10.5 h | 15% |
| Runtime at 25% loadHours on a full gasoline tank at quarter load, as the maker states. | Not listed | Not listed | 5% |
| NoiseThe maker's noise figure in decibels. Load and distance differ by maker; the basis is in each product's notes where stated. | 74 dBA | Not listed | 10% |
| Transfer-switch readyYes when the generator has a 120/240V L14-30R or 14-50R outlet, or the maker calls it transfer-switch ready, so an electrician can connect it to your home through a transfer switch or interlock. | Yes | Yes | 10% |
| CO shutoffYes when the maker lists automatic carbon monoxide shutoff. | Yes | Yes | 10% |
| Runs on propaneYes for dual- or tri-fuel models. | Yes | Yes | 10% |
| WeightThe maker's listed (dry) weight. | 202 lb | Not listed | 5% |
| CARB compliantYes when the maker lists CARB compliance. Not listed counts as no. | Not listed | Not listed | 5% |
| Starting (peak) watts, gasoline | 10,000 W | 8,000 W | info |
| Running watts on propane | 7,200 W | 5,850 W | info |
| Fuel tank | 7.7 gal | Not published by the maker | info |
| Outlets | (2) 120V 20A GFCI Duplex (5-20R), (1) 120/240V 30A Locking (L14-30R), (1) 120/240V 33A (14-50R) | Includes a 120/240V 30A L14-30R (transfer-switch ready per maker) | info |
| CO shutoff | CO Shield | WEN Watchdog CO shutdown sensor | info |
| CARB | Not published by the maker | Not published by the maker | info |
| GenPick score | 7.1/10 | 6.4/10 | 100% |
Where each one comes out ahead
Champion 8000W Electric Start Dual Fuel Generator (201568)
Better published figure on: Running watts (gasoline), Starting watts.
What we like
Watch out for
- Runtime at 25% load not published by Champion
WEN DF8000X
Better published figure on: Runtime at 50% load.
What we like
Watch out for
- Runtime at 25% load not published by WEN
- Noise not published by WEN
- Weight not published by WEN
Verdict
Both list 8,000 W starting and dual fuel with CO shutoff. Champion lists 8,000 vs 6,500 W running, a 14-50R and 74 dBA; WEN lists 10.5 vs 10 h at half load.
- Champion 8000W Electric Start Dual Fuel Generator (201568): Champion: 8000W Electric Start Dual Fuel Generator
- WEN DF8000X: WEN: DF8000X