Boyfriend bought this for my house because we are always losing power in the area. He checked out many generators and after reviewing them all he said that the Westinghouse unit is the one to go with. The generator is easy to use and start. He hooked up a transfer box that I just run the twist lock cord to and throw a switch and we have power to the building. I was happy to find out that it powers almost everything in the house.

Just purchased this unit. Very happy i could find a product with ample wattage and an electric start made by well know manufacturer WESTINGHOUSE. Instructions are clear and getting it set up and ready for start up was easy. It started right up! Nice starter. Op Manual is worth the time to read. Lots of good info, must read. Im using my unit as a backup for the house including 240v. Need my well pump working for certain. Working on a manual switch now. Glad i got this unit. Nice and compact and not horrendously loud. 68db

I have never purchased a generator before. The packaging was excellent. The instructions were thorough and clear. It was easy to set up, run for an hour, and then try it. The generator worked great and the two wheels on the dolly made it easy for me to move it on both paved and shell driveways.

Simple installation of feet and wheels. Arrived undamaged (GREAT) with everything needed to get started. With the weather changing so rapidly I needed a dependable generated to get through any emergencies. It started on first push of start in 15 degree temperature. Quiet compared to my old one. Has enough power for my house, which is a complete PLUS!! Really need to have the heat going with 3 kids in the house and keep their phones charged(HAPPY KIDS,HAPPY LIFE!!)

Generator is heavy (expected), so I highly recommend cutting the box at the corners. This will also make set up easier. Setup was very straight forward. Got it started and checked voltages with a multimeter to confirm proper operation. Compared to other generators that I have used, this one is on par with some of the more expensive ones regarding consistent power output. The power output for this one is more than we needed and even runs my domestic water heater (Rated @ 4500w) which is the largest load that I have to run (even if it is just by itself). Recommend it for house power during outages (intended use for me). Pros: Easy set up, easy maintenance, easy to use. Options for electronic start or manual start. Enough power to run almost anything, although not at the same time. Clear User Manual. Also, when you register it, Westinghouse sends you a cover for the generator. Cons: Noise level would be my only complaint. This is also expected of a running engine at 3600 rpm. Not recommend for camping due to the noise levels. Also, do not recommend running at night if living in a neighborhood. You will make your neighbors mad, unless you share the power (which this allows fairly easy with a regular extension cord).

This generator has been awesome for camping in our fifth wheel! It has always run great from the very start and it's really not that loud.. we highly recommend this unit - the price is fair and it's a really great product and very well built. We will also use this generator if the power ever goes out at the house!

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 !

I bought the WGEN5300V about a week ago...it looks well made, compact and easy to use. With all the power outages lately this generator will be a life saver. It starts right away and is quite. The cost of unit is priced well in its category. I plan to get years of use out of it.

I just opened put wheel kit on filled with oil, put fuel stabilizer in, filled with fuel. Started up perfect! Then plugged in a radio nothing, no power output what so ever, very disappointed. Called service line and they said they will send me info where I can take it to get fixed. So far not very impressed, let's see what happens

Just got it unpacked and running. Test run with no load for 30 min. Everything ok so far except shipping container damage to the point where a couple of small wheel parts were missing. No big deal, available locally. More review to come later during hurricane season. Only three stars until it runs successfully under load.