We FINALLY caved in and bought a generator. After extensive research and asking friends we decided on the Westinghouse WGen9500. I mean, it’s Westinghouse, been in this business forever. This generator is also number one in the top 10 Generators. We have only used it twice bc of power outages. We moved into a house that is already wired up to support plugging it in and running it. We have run everything in this house and not one time has it tripped. This thing is a Godsend. With the way things are going it’s extremely important to have something that will give you the electricity to live your daily life. My mother who lives a few houses away is diabetic and I’m glad she can come here during an emergency and have a cool place to store her medication.

Our son owns a WGen9500. They have had the opportunity to use it during a power outage. He said it did all you would expect, has great features - particularly the remote start. They have four boys, ages 3 to 15, and having emergency power was great. We could not ask for a better review or recommendation than that to base our purchase on.

The power company in rural areas of San Diego Country turns off the power, sometimes for days, during the hottest days of year, for fire prevention. I need sufficient power to run the A/C and the microwave, water heater etc. during those days. The remote start feature works great and the peak inrush current starts the a/c effectively. I particularly like the inclusion of a plug in battery charger to keep the battery fresh during the storage phase. The wheels make it easy to move and the folding handle is a convenient single piece design. Because of its compact size I store in the corner of the garage right next to the power panel. The high power output plug is an easy to get type (typical dryer plug) unlike the myriad of different twist and lock plus out there. I did quite a bit of research before selecting this model. Please give it your thoughtful consideration too.

The reviews for the wgen9500 that I found were positive. I received my unit and followed the setup sheet. There really isn't much to do to get it ready. The instructions were clear and everything was detailed. I cranked it over with the remote key and it fired up after the 4th crank cycle. The unit ran flawlessly for about an hour before the small amount of fuel I put in it was consumed. The unit looks to be well made and I am happy with my purchase. I am currently waiting for my electrician to wire in a interlock kit and outdoor 50 Amp receptacle in. I'll test out the unit loaded after that. I will update my review if possible as I just originally came to register for my warranty but was offered a free cover for a review.

Hurricane season is coming up and did not want to be looking for a generator at the last moment. Considered Generac system but couldn't justify the expense for something that will rarely be used (hopefully never!). This generator combined with a transfer switch added by an electrician should do the job if the power goes out for a lot less money!

Many features ,starts easily, robust generator. Happy Overall. Couple of things could be improved: Location of 50 amp Plug poorly located above wheel, Receptacle covers are flimsy rubber, Service Hotline number is not 24hr only 9-5 monday to friday,

This generator has everything we were looking for! We needed lots of power with a small footprint as we don't have much space in garage to store a generator. We live in Florida and need to be prepared for loss of power during Hurricanes! Love the ease of use and the remote start is fabulous. My husband and I are both older and have no problem wheeling this machine due to ease of design.

I appreciate the variety of outlets offered to ensure powering everything within the house from appliances to electronics to keep my family happy. The remote and push button start features are great alternatives compared to the traditional pull cord. I would highly recommend this product to anyone looking for a generator.

Outstanding solid Portable Generator. Ease of operation , features and accessories are simple and without out over complicating the fundamental needs and it’s purposeful use. The entire Powerhouse is right before your eyes! With the uncertainty of todays weather patterns and potential power disruptions, the is the Generator that will meet your power needs for your home. Worth the investment!

Everything has worked smoothly and operation is very straightforward. This is a high output solid unit. I only gave it 4 stars because there should have been a quick start guide rather than sifting through the manual for information needed to get going.