FIRMAN H08052 vs DuroMax XP10000X
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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Best for: 8,000 W dual fuel with 12 h at half load
Check price at AmazonBest for: 8,500 W gas with 22 h at quarter load
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Green marks the better published figure. "Not listed" means the manufacturer doesn't publish it.
| Spec | FIRMAN H08052 | DuroMax XP10000X | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Running watts (gasoline)Continuous (rated) output on gasoline as the maker lists it. | 8000 W | 8500 W | 25% |
| Starting wattsPeak (surge) output on gasoline for starting motors. | 10000 W | 10000 W | 5% |
| Runtime at 50% loadHours on a full gasoline tank at half load, as the maker states. | 12 h | 10 h | 15% |
| Runtime at 25% loadHours on a full gasoline tank at quarter load, as the maker states. | Not listed | 22 h | 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 | 72 dBA | 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 | No | 10% |
| WeightThe maker's listed (dry) weight. | 212 lb | 220 lb | 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 | 10,000 W | info |
| Fuel tank | 8 gal | 8.3 gal | info |
| Outlets | Includes 120/240V L14-30R | (1) L14-30R, (1) 14-50R | info |
| Noise basis | 74 dB at quarter load | Not listed | info |
| CO shutoff | FIRMAN CO Alert | CO Alert shutdown | info |
| CARB | Not published by the maker | Not published by the maker | info |
| GenPick score | 7.5/10 | 6.6/10 | 100% |
Where each one comes out ahead
FIRMAN H08052
Better published figure on: Runtime at 50% load, Runs on propane, Weight.
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- Runtime at 25% load not published by Firman
DuroMax XP10000X
Better published figure on: Running watts (gasoline), Noise.
What we like
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Verdict
DuroMax lists 8,500 vs 8,000 W, 22 h at quarter load and 72 vs 74 dB; FIRMAN lists propane and 12 vs 10 h at half load.
- FIRMAN H08052: FIRMAN: H08052
- DuroMax XP10000X: DuroMax: XP10000X