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Westinghouse WGen5300sc with 6600 Peak Watts, 5300 Rated Watts
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Jan 19, 2025
Jimmy Dean
5 out of 5 stars review

Impressive for the size!

Badly needed a generator since we live in the 'sticks' and lose power often. After a lot of research, decided on this Westinghouse gas only generator. Easy to add wheels, legs, add included oil and gas. One touch and it started..very quiet compared to older generators. We haven't needed it yet but know we are ready for our next outage!!

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Feb 1, 2025
Frank58
5 out of 5 stars review

Started right up!!

After a winter power outage, we needed a portable generator. Our Westinghouse generator had all the features we needed in case of an emergency. The setup instructions were easy to follow. The generator started up immediately. We are ready for the next power outage.

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Mar 1, 2025
MarcVA
5 out of 5 stars review

As Advertised and Even Better

I bought this recently and assembled the unit very quickly (front rubber legs, wheels, added oil, and added gas). Read through all the directions carefully and started it with the electric start on the first try. Labels are clear and helpful on the generator. Like most, it's quite loud. I tested out the outlets and all works great. Glad I purchased this. The handle makes moving the unit easy although I have to bend over quite a bit. A shorter person would find it completely comfortable. Not as heavy as others I've used, which is nice.

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Dec 18, 2025
JunkinBenji
5 out of 5 stars review

ready to use in three steps

Bought for power outage use in case it happens near Buffalo NY. The oil is included in the box, plus a long screw- in funnel! Nice! Unboxed, Put oil in, little gas, hooked up battery plug, made sure switches set correct. Pushed start button - Its operational!..Not too loud for outdoor. Not putting wheels on it in winter, Just a little heavy for one 69 year old man to lift and move, but if snow, the frame will slide to where i want it. Ive only run it for 30 minutes so far, and its all good. The instrution manual could take a little extra work though to explain the plugs more. Note: The Battery is lithium ion. So you cannot use a lead core battery charger on it! I bought special charger becuase of the 2 prong plug configuration in case I want to trickle charge it. However, manual says the battery automatically charges when the unit is running!!!

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Dec 27, 2025
Angie1710
5 out of 5 stars review

Very happy with this so far

Had a 20 year old Duromax 4400 that I was using as a backup generator for my house and it was really struggling with the well on startup. This generator is much more powerful and handles it no problem. I love that it comes with a screw in oil funnel and spark plug wrench. Set up was incredibly easy, took about 10 minutes total and start up was perfect.

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Jul 1, 2020
Bbender
1 out of 5 stars review

Leaking Gas

I bought this a couple months ago and put it together. Easy assembly. I ran it for about 20 minutes and it ran great. I stored it in an outside plastic storage shed for almost 2 months and decided to get it out to run it just to make sure it was good to go in case of an emergency. It started leaking gas immediately from the carburetor. Not sure what happened while it was sitting in a shed for 2 months...

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Apr 17, 2025
Seeker
5 out of 5 stars review

Power when I need it!

I purchased this for emergency use. After looking at several different brands, models and prices, I decided to buy this one. I am happy that all I needed to assemble the legs and wheels. I find this to be very well constructed. For my trial run I started the generator up (easily), plugged in a 50ft. extension cord, plugged in my table saw and drill press, RAN GREAT! I am pleased. J.W.W.

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Jan 12, 2025
Dot1
3 out of 5 stars review

Great price, seems to be running okay.

My wife and I bought this for my Mother-in-law for Christmas. Had a few issues at first with generator wanting to cut out and it died a time or two. We choked the generator to start it, but never felt like we could take it all the way off choke because it would cut out and not run smooth. I feel as tho this is what caused it to die on her during the ice storm. Made a test run today for 2.5 hours with a good load with choke all the way off. It only sputtered once at the very beginning of the run. Hoping everything works flawlessly from now on.

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Hi, Thank you for your detailed feedback! We're sorry to hear about the initial challenges but glad to know the generator is running better now. If you encounter any further issues or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at support@wpowereq.com or 1-855-944-3571. We’re here to help ensure your generator operates reliably. Thanks, Sydney, Westinghouse

Jan 24, 2026
JacF
5 out of 5 stars review

Easy setup and operation

Big snow is coming today and I received the generator yesterday delivered on time as expected. Was easy to setup the unit and test run it. Much quieter then our older Huskey generator. Electric start is a wonderful feature. Easy well marked control panel and large gas cap opening makes filling with fuel safer and easy too. Relatively compact size is a bonus. Would buy again and recommend to friends!

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Jan 10, 2025
SouthernJanet
5 out of 5 stars review

Easy set up for single household

After experiencing power outage over 3+ weeks in our area during Hurricane Helene, I decided a generator was a must. Instructions for set up were easy to follow and before I knew it, it was time for a test run. With the help of a neighbor for support we put in oil and fuel and got the generator started with no problems. We allowed for proper break in and are familiar with the long-term storage recommendations. Everything is set up and ready to go as we watch the snow fall in upstate South Carolina Jan. 2025!

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