The generator is compact, well designed and reasonably easy to move around. Assembly was a snap as the unit can be rolled over (with no oil, etc.) on surrounding protective bars allowing wheel kit installation. Test run proved excellent. Bring on the next power failure!

After doing much research, I chose this model. What sold me was one review from someone who had worked on generators for five years. He also recommended getting a Heavy Duty L5-30P to (3) 5-20R Power Cord to help distribute the current to different parts of your home to even out the current and to avoid overheating one electric line, which can be a potential fire hazard. It was expensive but a very good investment and peace of mind. Use the "WGen Generator Quick Start Guide" to assemble the generator. It gives detailed step-by-step instructions, whereas the owners manual is very vague. Follow through with the instructions to run the engine with no load for one hour as recommended to prime the engine. Be sure to add a gasoline stabilizer for long-term storage. Cons: The only downside is that it is a little hard to fill the oil, even with the funnel that is provided. The fill plug is located almost out of view near the bottom of the engine. Not a big issue. Pros: Since there are no men in our household, I wanted a generator with a pull start and electric start. The engine started immediately with no hesitation. It has a good, strong sound, ready to handle any load. The handle bar makes it easy to haul the 200-lb generator outside. I've had the generator for a few months and am still waiting for the next power outage. But, I know I can rely on this it for many decades.

we purchased this generator for peace of mind in case we had a loss of electricity to be able to run our well pump and a few other electronic devices. It turns out that we can operate almost everything we need and more than we thought we would be able to. We are very please with it

Just received the generator. Very easy to assemble (even sent tool kit). Added oil, connected battery, added gas and started it up. Love the electric start with compression backup. Started within 5 seconds on first try. Runs like a champ, provides power and will provide for our safety and make my life much easier. Thank you!

I bought this to replace a old generator. It has been working flawlessly for 4 straight days. I use the Transfer switch plug to run my whole house. Electric start is a major plus. Also is a nice looking unit and the foot print is smaller than my old generator. Will definitely fill my emergency needs!

Just put together and started it up on propane and ran two times to warm up and seat the rings/breaking some. The only negative I have is the oil fill cap/dipstick. Plastic that doesn’t start and thread great. Just cheap and hard to get to and screw back on. Either it vibrated loose or I didn’t get it on well the first time I ran it. That is minor and it seems to be a good product for the money.

This generator was the highest power generator that I could find in this price range -- the best bang for your buck. It not only comes with a handle and wheels, is easy to operate, and has a battery for electric start (in addition to the manual start option).

Love my WH5300! No more ripping my arm out of the socket trying to pullstart the Briggs and Stratton! Took less than 15 minutes for the setup! (And that included opening the box) Came with the needed tools AND the oil! What a deal! Just add gas and go with the push of a button! The sweet remote is going to be awesome in the winter when I look out the window and push to start! Best investment!

I am a single mom, not very mechanically inclined. A neighbor had loaned me their generator previously and gave me the rundown on how to use it safely, so granted I did have some background knowledge. My teenage son and I were able to get this put together and running with minimal problems. We did have to get a neighbor to help get it running again once it ran out of gas - found that it is really cranky about oil. It took the entire quart supplied, and then had to check it and give it more oil with each gas refill. With the proper amount of oil, it runs very efficiently. It is pretty loud, as expected. I was able to run the sump pump, refrigerator, modem, and computers, which were my primary concerns. We have a well, so, unfortunately, no running water when the power is out. There was enough power left to run incidentals as needed like a vacuum or microwave.

Just received and have not had a chance to try out. It looks great and seems solidly built. All covers and components are nice and tight. Looking forward to getting some fuel in it and testing with some of our appliances. We live in an older neighborhood and the power goes out a few times a year. Looking forward to not worrying about our food going bad.