Predator 3500 Super Quiet Inverter (71358) vs Westinghouse iGen4500
The Westinghouse iGen4500 is the more powerful unit: 3,700 running watts against 3,000 — about 19% more capacity for the Westinghouse iGen4500. The Westinghouse iGen4500 is the quieter of the two (52 dBA vs 56 dBA — though manufacturers measure noise at different loads and distances).
| Predator 3500 Super Quiet Inverter (71358) | Westinghouse iGen4500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | inverter | inverter |
| Fuel | gasoline | gasoline |
| Running watts (gas / LP for standby) | 3000 W | 3700 W |
| Starting watts (gas) | 3500 W | 4500 W |
| Noise level | 56 dBA | 52 dBA |
| Runtime at 25% load (gas) | 11 h | 18 h |
| Fuel tank | — | 3.4 gal |
| Output voltage | 120V | 120V |
| Outlets | — | TT-30R, 2x 5-20R, 2x USB |
| Start type | electric | remote electric |
| CO safety shutoff | Yes | — |
| Parallel capable | Yes | — |
| CARB compliant | — | Yes |
| Engine displacement | 212 cc | 224 cc |
| Weight | 102 lb | 104.7 lb |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Predator 3500 Super Quiet Inverter (71358) or the Westinghouse iGen4500?
The Westinghouse iGen4500, at 3,700 running watts on its best fuel versus 3,000 W. Remember that dual-fuel and natural-gas ratings are lower than gasoline ratings — the comparison table shows the published per-fuel figures.
Where do these specifications come from?
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