Further down the page, you'll find some explanations regarding the key similarities and differences between the Honda EU3000iS and the Predator 5000.
But before checking out explanations regarding their power, portability, and features, here's a table that summarizes the main pros of each of these 2 generators:
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As the Predator 5000 and the Honda EU3000iS do not share the same manufacturer, their overall build and technology in use can vary.
Power Comparison
The following charts are provided to show you at a glance how the main specs of the Honda EU3000iS compare to the Predator 5000.
- Fuel: The Predator 5000 is a dual fuel generator. Thus, it has the advantage of being able to run either on gasoline or propane, whereas the other generator only runs on gasoline.
- Power: With a running wattage of 3,900 W, the Predator 5000 will allow to power more appliances and tools than the 2,800 running watts of the Honda EU3000iS. Moreover, compared to the 3,000 starting watts of the Honda EU3000iS, the Predator 5000 and its starting wattage of 5,000 W will give more power to start the appliances which require an additional boost to get their motor running.
- Runtime: When loaded to 25% of their max capacity, the Honda EU3000iS offers a higher runtime on a full tank than the Predator 5000: it can operate for up to 20 hours, whereas the Predator 5000 offers a maximum runtime of 18.2 hours.
- Fuel Efficiency: With a gasoline consumption at 25% load of 0.17 GPH (gallon per hour), the Honda EU3000iS is more fuel efficient than the Predator 5000 and its 0.2 GPH. The former's operation will therefore cost less in terms of the money spent on gasoline. Inverter generators like these 2 are of the most fuel efficient (and quiet) type.
- THD: Both generators offer a low THD (<3% for the Honda EU3000iS and <3% for the Predator 5000) and are therefore perfectly suitable to safely power your sensitive electronic devices.
- Noise: There's an important difference in the emitted noise between these 2 generators. In fact, the Honda EU3000iS produces as low as 50 dBA, but the Predator 5000 is rated for a minimum dBA of 60.5.
Portability Comparison
- Bulkiness: As these two products share the same overall bulk, neither of them will really take up less storage space.
- Weight: The 5000 and its 110 lbs is somewhat lighter than the 130.7 lbs of the EU3000iS.
- Portability: As the Predator 5000 benefits from a built-in set of wheels, it is easier to move it once on the ground than the Honda EU3000iS, because the latter doesn't have one. The Honda EU3000iS has a double handle and the Predator 5000 a telecospic handle, to help you better manipulate them.
Feature Comparison
- Starting System: Both devices can be started either via a pull-start mechanism or an electric starter. The Predator 5000 offers another layer of convenience, as it can be remotely started.
- Outlets: The Honda EU3000iS and the Predator 5000 both offer 3 AC outlets. None of them feature GFCI outlets. The latter also offers a DC output. In addition, it is worth noting that they both only produce 120V. For more detailed information regarding all their respective receptacles, refer to the Honda EU3000iS's and the Predator 5000's product pages.
- Data Center & Fuel Gauge: Being equipped with a data center, the Predator 5000 allows for a better monitoring of its power generation than the Honda EU3000iS. Besides that, these 2 products are fitted with a fuel gauge allowing to see their fuel level at a glance.
- Technology: They both benefit from a technology that monitors the ambient CO level. For the Honda EU3000iS, it's the CO Minder technology, whereas it's the CO Secure for the Predator 5000.
- Warranty: The Honda EU3000iS benefits from a significantly longer warranty. It is covered for up to 3 years, while the Predator unit is only covered for up to 90 days without purchasing a warranty extension.
TL;DR
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