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DuroMax XP16000iH review

DuroMax XP16000iH 16,000-Watt Dual Fuel Portable Digital Inverter Generator

By Tom Calder

Our verdict · Researched
3.8 / 5

A 16,000-watt DuroMax dual fuel inverter with two 50A outlets. The title says transfer switch ready; any hookup is installed by a licensed electrician. It runs on gasoline or propane and weighs 368 lb. The listing names a CO Sensor.

Best for
Large dual-fuel unit with 50A outlets
Skip it if
You want a portable unit one person can move
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as of Nov 14, 2026, 5:36 PM ET · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.com at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
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What we like

  • Two 50A outlets
  • Gasoline or propane
  • 5-year warranty

Worth knowing

  • 368 lb
  • Propane output not listed
  • Needs a transfer switch installed by a licensed electrician for house use

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Who shouldn't buy this

Don't buy it if you want a portable unit one person can move: it weighs 368 lb.

Key specs

Running watts13,000 W
Starting watts16,000 W
FuelGasoline or propane
Weight368 lb
CO safety (maker's term)CO Sensor
Noise (as listed)Under 72 dB at 25% load (distance not stated)
How this review works

This is a Researched review: we haven't used this product. We check every specification against at least two independent sources, re-check the US price on a schedule where we can track it automatically, and say plainly who it isn't for. Commissions never change a rating.

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