Haven’t used it yet but set up was easy, access to oil and spark plug no problem. Started after several pulls but just hummed after that. Much cheaper than a Honda but might be just a little bit louder but not much. Also a 2500 w vs a 2200 w from Honda. Time will tell.

Bought this primarily for backup power during temporary power outages. Haven't had a chance to try it out yet, but assuming it functions as advertised it is just what we needed. Small and light enough for easy storage, quiet, and with enough capacity to keep our refrigerator and/or freezer cold plus operate our TV and computer to keep up with related news.

We were out of electricity due to a storm. We were able to save all of our food in both freezers and refrigerators. The generator only used 1 gallon of gas and that was very impressive with the gas prices as they are now. One of our best purchases we have ever made!

I bought this to run critical loads for the house during power outages. I finally got around to running a full load test today and it worked just as expected. I just added oil and gas and it started right up. I then connected loads one by one. Of course you have to look at the loads you want to connect, running and start-up, and get a generator of the right size, but I was able to run my furnace, hot water heater, sump pump, full size refrigerator, and computer/internet/wifi all at the same time. I also took the time to install a dedicated generator circuit in the basement so that I can just plug the generator into one spot, then connect extension cords to those receptacles (see photos, very convenient). I used a Reliance Transfer Switch TW151 for the furnace circuit connection (see separate review for that, easy install). You should have an electrician do any wiring and install the transfer switch if you use one of course! It's pretty quiet, but that was not a big concern for me. The eco mode works: the motor ramps up and down depending on the load. I also like the info panel where you can toggle between power output in kW, fuel level, runtime remaining, and voltage. I didn't think I'd use that but it is pretty neat. This is the first I've started it up so can't speak to longevity or reliability but so far, so good.

It was surprisingly easy to start and fairly easy to carry! I read the manual from cover to cover and found everything clearly explained and all the "cautions" emphasized. I decided to test it out, being that it's my first generator. I followed the pre-operating instructions and filled it with the provided oil and recommended gasoline. Then I followed the starting procedures and pulled the recoil handle and it started on the 4th pull. Now I can sleep better at night knowing I'm prepared for the next power outage in my neighborhood.

I just received, set up and started my iGen2500. Seems all I need right now for limited household backup to SoCA rolling outages for fire avoidance. After a 36 hr experience, easy to make the commitment. Runs quiet enough, got heavy gauge cord for remote placement, ready for outages and now also have camping/remote work portable power! ...Wife is happy, too!

I have just received my generator but everything seems to be well made. Hopefully it will serve me well. I like the features other than you have to unscrew 2 screws and pop the cover off to check the oil. I could see getting lazy about checking the oil.

I just got it today. I will go through the beak in process starting tomorrow, Filled it with Oil and added gas, It started on the 3rd pull. Next week I will see how the two 2500's perform on my travel trailer. it has a 13,500 BTU AC unit. We will see how they perform. I have 64 hours on our other IGen 2500 so its ready to go, Just changed the oil, cleaned the air filter. All we have to do is add fuel!

Having researched similar generators, settled on this model because of 2200 running watts. Rated only 4 stars because it came with a broken spark plug, which according to multiple reviews was an issue. Set up was easy and it ran smoothly throughout a 5/6 hour break low to medium loads. So far so good!

Bought this unit as a backup for power outages. The generator has run well so far. Broke it draining oil after 15 minutes and replacing the oil. Ran for half an hour and drained and filled oil again. This got rid of the metal shaving one would expect for a small motor. Ran for an hour at various loads. Biggest issue so far is the plastic tabs that hold the cover you need to disengage from the main housing are cheap and flimsy. I broke one off opening the compartment to change the oil. Fixed with epoxy