Westinghouse WGen5300DFv vs DuroMax XP5500HX
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: CARB-compliant dual fuel, transfer-switch ready
Check price at AmazonBest for: 4,500 W dual fuel with CO alert and 19 h at quarter load
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Green marks the better published figure. "Not listed" means the manufacturer doesn't publish it.
| Spec | Westinghouse WGen5300DFv | DuroMax XP5500HX | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Running watts (gasoline)Continuous (rated) output on gasoline as the maker lists it. | 5300 W | 4500 W | 25% |
| Starting wattsPeak (surge) output on gasoline for starting motors. | 6500 W | 5500 W | 5% |
| Runtime at 50% loadHours on a full gasoline tank at half load, as the maker states. | 11 h | 9 h | 15% |
| Runtime at 25% loadHours on a full gasoline tank at quarter load, as the maker states. | 14.5 h | 19 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. | 68 dBA | 69 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. | No | Yes | 10% |
| Runs on propaneYes for dual- or tri-fuel models. | Yes | Yes | 10% |
| WeightThe maker's listed (dry) weight. | 134.5 lb | 128 lb | 5% |
| CARB compliantYes when the maker lists CARB compliance. Not listed counts as no. | Yes | No | 5% |
| Starting (peak) watts, gasoline | 6,500 W | 5,500 W | info |
| Running watts on propane | 4,800 W | 4,275 W | info |
| Fuel tank | 4.7 gal | 4 gal | info |
| Outlets | Not published by the maker | (1) L14-30R | info |
| CO shutoff | No | CO Alert shutdown | info |
| GenPick score | 5.8/10 | 5.7/10 | 100% |
Where each one comes out ahead
Westinghouse WGen5300DFv
Better published figure on: Running watts (gasoline), Starting watts, Runtime at 50% load, Noise, CARB compliant.
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DuroMax XP5500HX
Better published figure on: Runtime at 25% load, CO shutoff, Weight.
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Verdict
Westinghouse lists 5,300 vs 4,500 W and CARB compliance; DuroMax lists CO shutdown and 19 vs 14.5 h at quarter load.
- Westinghouse WGen5300DFv: Westinghouse: WGen5300DFv
- DuroMax XP5500HX: DuroMax: XP5500HX