Predator 5000 Super Quiet Dual Fuel
#5 in Mid-sizeFull review
A strong-value dual-fuel RV and home-backup generator with remote start and long run time. The short warranty is the main catch.
Harbor Freight $999.99$999.99
The Predator 5000 Super Quiet Dual Fuel is the better inverter generator overall, rated 3.8 to 3.3. The Predator 5000 Super Quiet Dual Fuel leads on run time, fuel options and starting. The Predator 3500 Super Quiet costs $200 less ($799.99 vs $999.99).
Predator 3500 Super Quiet
#12 in Mid-sizeFull review
A low-cost way to run a 30 A camper with one air conditioner, with electric start and CO shutoff. Expect to buy an extended warranty if you want long-term cover.
Harbor Freight $799.99$799.99
Prices were last checked October 22, 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 Predator 5000 Super Quiet Dual Fuel for run time (18.2 hours on a tank at 25% load vs 11 hours on a tank at 25% load), fuel options (gasoline or propane vs gasoline only) and starting (electric start with a remote fob or app vs push-button electric start).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every mid-size inverter generator; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Predator 5000 Super Quiet Dual Fuel | Predator 3500 Super Quiet |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 73 $0.26 per running watt | 71 $0.27 per running watt |
| Quiet 20% | 34 60.5 dBA at light load, maker rating | 56 57 dBA at light load, maker rating |
| Run time 15% | 100 18.2 hours on a tank at 25% load | 42 11 hours on a tank at 25% load |
| Fuel options 10% | 70 gasoline or propane | 0 gasoline only |
| CO safety 10% | 100 shuts off when carbon monoxide builds up | 100 shuts off when carbon monoxide builds up |
| Warranty 10% | 0 0.2-year warranty | 0 0.2-year warranty |
| Starting 5% | 100 electric start with a remote fob or app | 80 push-button electric start |
Specifications
| Predator 5000 Super Quiet Dual Fuel | Predator 3500 Super Quiet | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Gasoline | 3,900 W running, 5,000 W starting | 3,000 W running, 3,500 W starting |
| Propane | 3,600 W running, 5,000 W starting | - |
| Outlets | 2 × 120 V, TT-30 (RV), USB | 2 × 120 V, L5-30 |
| Parallel capable | Yes | Yes |
| Price per watt | $0.26 | $0.27 |
| Fuel and run time | ||
| Fuel | Gasoline, propane | Gasoline |
| Tank | 3.7 gal | 2.3 gal |
| Run time (gasoline) | 18.2 hr at 25% load | 11 hr at 25% load |
| Run time (propane, 20 lb tank) | 14.6 hr | - |
| Engine | 224 cc | 212 cc |
| Noise and safety | ||
| Rated noise (light load) | 60.5 dBA | 57 dBA |
| CO shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| CARB compliant | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Starting | Remote, electric and recoil | Electric and recoil |
| App | No | No |
| Wheels | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions | 25 x 18 x 20.8 in | 22.75 x 17.3 x 20 in |
| Weight | 110 lb | 102 lb |
| Warranty | 0.2 years | 0.2 years |