This product was just as described - small, compact, and efficient. I particularly liked how quiet it runs, and how long it will run with a full tank of gas (I have not tested this feature, yet). Easy to start, and I believe it is quieter than other major brand competitors

To be fair, I have only had this for a couple of weeks so I can not give an in-depth review. However, this inverter generator was easy to set up out of the box and start-up oil was provided. It has been used a couple of times, with varying loads. So far so good. The best part was the price, which was significantly lower than competing models. It's very possible that I will change this to 5 stars after more frequent and longer use.

I was going to purchase a Honda generator until I read a Consumer Report article comparing it to the Westinghouse iGen2200. The Westinghouse was rated the same for half the price. So far it has been a breeze to operate and I am very satisfied with my purchase.

This is a preliminary review - I tested this generator on a space heater for 30 minutes. It generated 12.5 Amps, 1500 watts and I put it on eco-mode. The heater functioned normally. Aprox. 2 ounces of fuel was used. Eco-mode should be used for devices using less than 50% of the generator's capacity but this model automatically produces whatever energy is required up to the maximum output. As soon as the heater was unplugged, the generator reduced output and quieted down. It's much quieter in eco-mode but still more quiet than my neighbor's generator 100 hundred yards away when putting out 1500 Watts. Do not use indoors and use the appropriate extension cord for the appliance being powered. The 12 gauge, 50' cord attached to the heater used in this test stayed cool to the touch.

I bought two of these for 3600 watts of electricity and am pleasantly surprised at how many appliances I can use at one time in a power outage. Because newer appliances are so energy efficient we can run central heat (gas) blower, power electronic ignition on gas water heater, 27 cu. ft. refrigerator, 65" tv, cable modem and wifi router, lights (LEDs), fans, and even an 8,000 btu window unit in a summer outage to keep one room livable.

I love the design overall. This generator is much quieter than any other generator that I have been around. It is easy to start and stop and much more fuel efficient. We bought this item to run our sump pump in case of a power outage (and other small items like a phone). The only change that I would make to the design is to make it easier to access the oil reservoir. I would highly recommend this item to anyone needing some backup power!

I am impressed with the weight of this generator in relation to the power output. This was purchased to replace an older generator that actually weighed more and had a lower power output. This unit started on the second pull and ran great right out of the box. I am also surprised with how little oil this unit required. A full quart of fresh oil could last for several oil changes. I also like the fact it comes with a 3 year warranty from the factory.

SO FAR I AM IMPRESSED WITH THIS PRODUCT AND IT'S QUALITY. IT COMPARES IN DESIGN TO MUCH PRICIER YAMAHA GENERATORS/INVERTERS AND IS EQUALLY AS QUIET. I HAVE NOT HAD TO USE IT YET, BUT IT FIRED RIGHT UP OUT OF THE BOX AFTER ADDING OIL & GAS. HOPEFULLY IT LASTS AS LONG AS THE MORE EXPENSIVE OTHER BRANDS.

I like the features and what appears to be a solidly constructed generator. I wish the location of the dipstick was more convenient for checking the oil as often as recommended. You need to remove the side cover which requires a screwdriver to remove two screws. Once you remove the screws, you have to pull the maintenance cover off that is also held in place by grommet posts. The manual says to "carefully pull the cover out with both hands to prevent damage to the grommet posts." This does not sound the like the best arrangement for accessing the oil dipstick.

This engine starts with the first pull. Amazing... It will run everything I have except for my mid-size air compressor but I wasn't expecting it would. We bought it to run an oxygen machine should the power go out. This will work perfectly for that; running 12 hours on a gallon of gas. Five gallons of gas should get us through most every power outage. Perfect! It runs our hotplates and small heaters but not all at the same time. I see us using this generator a lot! Portable and ready to go. We live at 6,400 feet. It runs at full power up here.