Just received the 5300 with electric start, the quick setup instructions very easy to follow, includes everything -wheels, tool kit, oil and even a funnel ! Gassed it up - pushed the electric start ...... fired right up, average operating sound for a generator, ran smoothly, no leaks or drips ! Gave it a quick test with two 1875w hair dryers ..... no problem ! The WGen replaces a 3500w manual start , I can get spoiled with this electric start ! And like with anyone who buys a home generator "I hope I never use it" but in this New Normal , it will be getting it's use !

Received this today. Not a scratch on the box. Very little 'assembly' required. Filled with oil, plugged in the battery, and the motor fired up instantly. The choke lever is a little hard to get fingers on. Battery had plenty of 'factory' charge to start easily. Engine ran great. I powered an air compressor as a test and the engine sound hardly changed. Gauge to see Volts, Frequency, and Hours is wonderful. This model looks like a real winner!

I bought this because I live in Florida.As soon as I opened the box you could tell this a very well made generator.Very compact and a lot better design than the one I used to have.Before I bought this model I reviewed it thoroughly and this Westinghouse generator had rave reviews. More than happy with it.

Delivery great! Initially the unit wouldn't start. After troubleshooting, I found I had to drain the carburetor of some crap, maybe storage fluid, although I put in premium new gas. I called customer service, after being on hold for more than 20 minutes I gave up, resolved the issue on my own. I am glad I am mechanically competent. It could have been a nightmare!

Living through hurricanes without a generator can be difficult and stressful, if you live in areas where they can knock power out for weeks at a time, you need a generator. I picked this generator because of the name and price point, a Black Friday purchase. I can power the necessities in my house with this generator, we are now prepared for the weather come what may. It was easy to set up, too.

I bought this a month ago and am finally got a friend to help me set it up. It is very sturdy and easy to put together, but too heavy for a female. It is easy to start and has the features I need. I am having an electric company install a switch so it will be easter to run the appliances I need during a power outage.

I'm 79 years old and this is the best generator I ever had. It's so easy for me to start, just push the button and it starts right up. I received it in excellent condition and it was very easy for me to add the wheels, oil, and gas. Started right up for me. It's built really good and it's well worth the price. I'm excited to use it. I would advise anyone looking for a generator to buy this one if it fits your needs.

I just had this delivered yesterday and during the setup and preparation for use, I found it to be just as advertised. I hope I don't have to use it too soon and experience a power outage, but it and when it comes, I have no doubt whatsoever that it will provide everything I expect our of it. With the 5300 running watts, it will provide power to those items I wish to have power during a black out. I have found out during my 80 years of life that Westinghouse is a valid and dependable name. I have no hesitation in saying that this equipment will do the job.

I bought this for my 92 year old mother to be able to run her necessary household needs when PG&E shuts the power down due to fire safety concerns. It is easy to run and provides all the power she needs. It started right up out of the box after connecting the battery, and adding the oil and fuel.

We just bought this portable generator and it is our first one ever. We found it easy to operate and understand. It is light enough to carry up the 14 stairs of our beach house for my husband and myself. We feel more secure should we lose power again this winter.