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| Specification | Briggs & Stratton 30758 P2400 PowerSmart | DuroMax XP5500HX |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Dual-Fuel |
| Inverter | Yes | No |
| Parallel capable | Yes | No |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | 1800 W | Winner: Winner: 4500 W |
| Starting watts | 2400 W | Winner: Winner: 5500 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 62 dB | 69 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 51 lbs | 128 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Not available | Winner: Winner: 9 h |
| Run time @25% load | 8 h | 19 h |
| Fuel tank | 1 gal | 4 gal |
| Fuel gauge | No | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 20 x 12 x 17 | 23 x 25 x 22 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120/240 |
| Voltage (DC) | 5 | 5 |
| GFCI outlets | No | Yes |
| Covered outlets | Yes | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | No | Yes |
| THD | < 3% % | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 79 cc OHV 4-stroke | 210 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Recoil, Electric |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 5 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | Not available | 4500 W |
| Starting watts | 2400 W | 5500 W |
| Running amps (120V) | Not available | Not available |
| Running amps (240V) | Not available | Not available |
| Peak amps (120V) | Not available | Not available |
| Peak amps (240V) | Not available | Not available |
| Run time @50% load | Not available | 9 h |
| Run time @25% load | 8 h | 19 h |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | Not available | 4275 W |
| Starting watts | Not available | 5225 W |
| Running amps (120V) | Not available | Not available |
| Running amps (240V) | Not available | Not available |
| Peak amps (120V) | Not available | Not available |
| Peak amps (240V) | Not available | Not available |
| Run time @50% load | Not available | 8 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 15 h |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | true |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Floating | Not available |
| UPC | 11675307585 | 811640016203 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | Not available | 4500 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | Not available | 4275 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 2400 | 5500 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | Not available | 5225 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 9 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 8 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 8 | 19 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Propane) | Not available | 15 |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | 210 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve |
| Engine Displacement | 79 | 210 |
| Cylinder Sleeve | Not available | cast iron sleeve |
| Alternator Winding Material | Not available | Copper windings |
| Engine Oil Type | Not available | 10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 8 | 19 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 9 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 8 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Included Accessories | Oil | Funnel, tool kit, propane hose, battery, and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | Not available | 5 |
| Part Number | 30758 | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Briggs & Stratton 30758 P2400 PowerSmart is an 1800-watt inverter generator built for users who need portable, clean power without the weight penalty. At 51 pounds, this unit sits at the intersection of serious capacity and genuine portability. It runs household essentials like refrigerators, power tools, and laptops simultaneously, but cannot power an entire home or heavy-duty job site equipment. The 79 cc OHV engine produces 2400 starting watts to handle motor inrush, then settles to 1800 running watts for sustained operation.
This inverter's sub-3% THD output protects sensitive electronics from voltage spikes that damage laptops, phones, and medical devices. The gasoline fuel type means refueling at any gas station, and the 1-gallon tank with 8-hour runtime at 25% load creates a predictable refueling cycle for day-long use. Three-year warranty coverage backs the entire package, making this a low-risk entry point for homeowners, campers, and emergency preparedness planners. | The DuroMax XP5500HX is a 4,500-watt dual-fuel generator built for homeowners, job sites, and outdoor events. Running on either gasoline or propane, it delivers 5,500 peak watts at startup, enough to power refrigerators, air conditioning units, power tools, and multiple devices simultaneously. The dual-fuel design eliminates fuel sourcing constraints. At 25% load on gasoline, the unit runs for 19 hours before refueling, stretching a single tank across an entire workday or overnight camping trip. This runtime advantage makes it practical for extended outages or remote projects where frequent refueling would interrupt operations. |
