How does its energy rating compare to other same-capacity units?
1006386
I know this isn't a scientific answer but I ran this unit in my very dry finished basement all summer long (set it to 50% humidity) and found that compared to years without humidifier running, my electric bill has increase by about $30/month.
1006387
As I recollect; it's been a while, it was better than most....I'm happy with the product but like most things bought recently not nearly as good as it's predecessor....Wish I had the discretionary cash to buy something more in the $350.00 range.
1006388
Not really sure about the savings on the electric but it sure does work good so far.
542545
The units are indeed identical. The new model has the newer energy guide requiremts
1524486
I'm sitting here in my room writing this while the unit is on, and I'm cooling down after sweltering in 90+ degree heat that the rest of the house is melting in. So, I'd say the unit is very efficient. This is my second summer with it and it hasn't disappointed me yet.
596595
My wife runs it for about 12 hours a day in our bedroom, and we have not seen any appreciable difference in our electric bill. I really couldn't put a figure on it.
1394011
I am not sure how to measure the actual output the unit is producing so I cannot comment on whether the rating is accurate. I can only comment that thus far the unit has cooled a 10 X 10 bedroom very nicely for me. We are very happy with the Whynter unit so far.
1763079
Theoretically it is 3% more efficient in its use of power. Realistically you will notice no difference. This power supply is a pure luxury supply. There are more powerful, cheaper supplies, but this one is built like a 1970s Mercedes Benz. Rock solid luxury, for a price.
2259401
From the Frigidaire.com website you can compare the 2. It says the newer model will cool a 250 sq ft room compared to 216; Energy Efficiency Ratio is 11.2 /10.7; Amps are 4.7/5.2; otherwise, they're the same
877325
Bob,Unfortunately I do not have any usage/experience that would help you out. I use this unit as a back-up for a total off-the-grid solar system.The unit functions(ed) well when we tested it through my system and seems to be quality construction but I do not have any long term or constant use to make a solid review.Ron
519892
It is listed as, and UL rated as an INDOOR unit. If you want an outdoor solution, GE offer the DURASTATION unit, which has the exact same electronics as the WATTSTATION but packaged and rated for outdoor installation.
1850999
The one I had was a 240W. I now longer have it, went with a different brand laptop, but I remember it because my first remark was that I would be able to upgrade it in the future.
917375
My read of the customer reviews supports the notion that the 255W is a terrific unit. Thanks for your reply.
694611
I run the unit 24/7. That is what is recommended in the owners manual. The unit has a very low power consumption and I would like to get the maximum benefit possible. It is small and therefore portable,so it can be rotated room to room.
1118689
Good question. I don't remember reading of this capability in the literature but I went into my den and pulled the plug on the unit, waited for 30 seconds or so, repowered the unit and it cycled on. I highly recommend this unit. It's much quieter and heats better than others. Build quality is better also.
2037239
Goal Zero has excellent customer service and an excellent reputation and I have sold them for many years. There may be more to compare than just the 600 watts capacity. To compare apples with apples, I would need to know the unit you are referring to and their specs. Good luck. Denis - PrepareDirect
664377
You should consider this machine to be load limited (full-time and NOT counting higher starting loads!) to around 1600 watts (figure about 15 amps). Without knowing the running/starting loads of each appliance (should be listed in the specs), it's not possible to give you a better answer. Good unit though, starts easily and runs quietly.
296718
I have been pleased with its performance. It's an emergency generator for us, so I only start it up once a month to keep the oil circulated, etc. So long as I remember to give the fuel pump primer 10 pushes it fires up on the third or fourth pull (I cut the fuel feed off and let it run dry after each session per factory manual instructions.) It seems able to power a lot more than I thought it would (a refrigerator, a mini refrigerator, an upright freezer, our entertainment system, and all my office electronics all at the same time) and fuel consumption is great. I ran all the things I listed for eight hours during a recent power outage and it only used about a gallon of gas. While it had to dig down occasionally when one or another of the appliance compressors kicked in, it never bogged and quit. The control circuit that raises or lowers the power level to compensate for load acts quickly and seems to track well. It ran on the low power setting much of the time. It's also very quiet. A local service tech thought it was quieter than the Honda. Other than being heavy it's a great generator set.
2096653
I believe it is the same, but I just checked the package and it does not say that it is the equivalent. It is 30W.