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  • Sportsman GENMAX1500
  • AIVOLT VS1600101
  • Model GENMAX1500
    Model GENMAX1500

    Sportsman 900W Gas Generator

    900W
    Running
    65 dB
    Noise
    View details
  • Model VS1600101
    Model VS1600101

    AIVOLT 1,260W Gas Inverter Generator

    1260W
    Running
    57 dB
    Noise
    View details
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Running watts
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Starting watts
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Noise
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Runtime @50%
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Running watts by fuel
Shows how output changes across gasoline/propane/natural gas (when available).
Generator Specifications Comparison
SpecificationSportsman GENMAX1500AIVOLT VS1600101
General
Product type
Generator
Not available
Fuel
Gasoline
Gasoline
InverterNoYes
Parallel capableNoYes
RV readyNoNo
Running watts
900 W
Winner: Winner: 1260 W
Starting watts
1500 W
Winner: Winner: 1600 W
Noise (lower limit)
65 dB
Winner: Winner: 57 dB
Weight
45 lbs
Winner: Winner: 28 lbs
Run time @50% load
Winner: Winner: 8 h
Not available
Run time @25% load
Not available
8 h
Fuel tank
1 gal
3.5 gal
Fuel gaugeNoNo
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
16 x 14 x 16
16.93″L x 9.92″W x 15.75″H
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120
120 Volts (AC)
Voltage (DC)
12
Not available
GFCI outletsNoNo
Covered outletsNoNo
Automatic Voltage RegulationNoNo
THD
Not available
3 %
Engine
Engine
72 cc 2-stroke
60cc 4-strokes OHV air-cooled engine
Alternator
Not available
Not available
Starting system
Recoil
Not available
Warranty
Warranty
1 years
2 years
Power by fuel
GasolineNot availableNot available
Running watts
900 W
1260 W
Starting watts
1500 W
1600 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
8 h
Not available
Run time @25% load
Not available
8 h
Other
Data center
Not available
Not available
Indicators
false
true
Compliance
EPA
Complies with Emissions Standards
Security
Not available
Not available
Spark arrestorNoNo
Neutral
Not available
Not available
UPC
27077805444
Not available
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
900
1260
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
1500
1600
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
8
Not available
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
Not available
8
AC Outlet Types
1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R)
Two 120V 20A outlets
Electrical & power
Frequency
60
60
Engine & construction
Engine Type
2-stroke
4 Stroke
Engine Displacement
72
60
Alternator Winding Material
Not available
100% copper
Runtime & fuel system
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
Not available
8
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
8
Not available
Controls & display
Idle Control System
Not available
Automatic Idle Control
Safety & compliance
Overload Protection System
Not available
Built-in overload protection
Low Oil ProtectionNoYes
Carbon Monoxide MonitoringNoYes
Included equipment
Included Accessories
Tool kit and battery charging cables
Not available
Warranty & identification
Residential Warranty
Not available
2
Additional specs
Summary
The Sportsman GENMAX1500 is a portable 2-cycle gasoline generator offering 1,500 surge watts and 900 running watts, suitable for powering common household appliances and power tools.
The AIVOLT VS1600101 is a gasoline inverter generator with a rated wattage of 1260 and a peak wattage of 1600.
  • Most Powerful
    AIVOLT VS1600101
    1260W running
  • Quietest
    AIVOLT VS1600101
    57 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    Sportsman GENMAX1500
    8h at 50% load
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