WEN DF8000X
#1 in Mid-sizeFull review
A mid-size dual-fuel generator for RV owners and homes with a 30 A transfer switch who want CO shutoff and electric start at a low price.
Amazon $623.17$623.17
The WEN DF8000X is the better portable generator overall, rated 4.5 to 3.7. The WEN DF8000X leads on fuel options, value and starting. The WEN DF8000X costs $306.82 less ($623.17 vs $929.99).
Champion 7500-Watt CARB
#15 in Mid-sizeFull review
A mid-size gas generator for California homes that need a CARB-compliant unit to run essential circuits through a transfer switch.
Tractor Supply $929.99$929.99
Prices were last checked October 28, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the WEN DF8000X for fuel options (gasoline or propane vs gasoline only), value ($0.10 per running watt vs $0.15 per running watt) and starting (push-button electric start vs pull start only).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every mid-size portable generator; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | WEN DF8000X | Champion 7500-Watt CARB |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.5/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 97 $0.10 per running watt | 69 $0.15 per running watt |
| Run time 15% | 65 10.5 hours on a tank at 50% load | 70 11 hours on a tank at 50% load |
| Fuel options 15% | 70 gasoline or propane | 0 gasoline only |
| Home hookup 15% | 100 240 V outlet for a transfer switch | 100 240 V outlet for a transfer switch |
| CO safety 10% | 100 shuts off when carbon monoxide builds up | 100 shuts off when carbon monoxide builds up |
| Warranty 10% | 67 3-year warranty | 67 3-year warranty |
| Starting 5% | 80 push-button electric start | 0 pull start only |
Specifications
| WEN DF8000X | Champion 7500-Watt CARB | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Gasoline | 6,500 W running, 8,000 W starting | 6,000 W running, 7,500 W starting |
| Propane | 5,850 W running, 7,200 W starting | - |
| Outlets | 4 × 120 V, TT-30 (RV), L14-30 | 4 × 120 V, L14-30 |
| Transfer switch ready | Yes, 240 V | Yes, 240 V |
| Full power at 120 V | Yes | No |
| Price per watt | $0.10 | $0.15 |
| Fuel and run time | ||
| Fuel | Gasoline, propane | Gasoline |
| Tank | 6.7 gal | 7.7 gal |
| Run time (gasoline) | 10.5 hr at 50% load | 11 hr at 50% load |
| Engine | 340 cc | 389 cc |
| Noise and safety | ||
| Rated noise | - | 74 dBA |
| CO shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| CARB compliant | No | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Starting | Electric and recoil | Recoil (pull) |
| Wheels | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions | 28.54 x 24.61 x 24.96 in | 26.9 x 21.7 x 22.6 in |
| Weight | 138.8 lb | 164 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Released | 2024-04 | 2021-08 |