I purchased this generator to replace a 20-year-old generator that finally gave up the ghost during the days after Hurricane Helene. I was looking for something that was easier to set up and start as I'm also 20 years older. This unit is more compact, quiet, and simple to start with its electric starter, so easier on my muscles and joints.

Purchased this generator from reading other positive reviews as a backup for when my power goes out. Easy to set up and started right away. I have to say that the information packet that came with it is superior. Not only does it give you a detailed user manual but also a replacement parts list brochure as well as a warranty booklet.

Very happy with generator so far. Initial set up instructions were clear and easy to follow. Generator started easily and powered a few test loads with no problem. Noise level was a bit higher than expected, which is only reason for rating of 4 instead of 5.

Great product, easy to put together.. more compact then my old generator plus it has a starter on it which is a lot better than trying to get the generator started with pulling rope. but still does have the puller string as a back-up. I am very pleased overall and my neighbors said it looks great.

I bought this WGen5300 yesterday which was one week after Hurricane Helene hit the upstate of South Carolina. We were without power for 5 days and had to rely on borrowed generators from family members. I have completed putting the parts together and the instructions were very thorough and correct. I have read the instructions and find them easy to understand. I am very confident that I will be ready for the next power outage. I have complete confidence in the operation of this generator.

I just recently purchased a Westinghouse WGen5300sc and have found that it is simple to use and easily moved around from my shed to my hook up wired to my house. It has a pully type pull across the front to move the cart, which I like better than the two handles, one on each side of generator front. Makes it seems weightless to pull. Love the electric start. Started it up again today in very cold temperaturess and it started up after two attempts with the electric start. My son has one like this one also, but with no electric start and has really liked his. He is looking to get an electric start also, maybe he will go with this model again. The only complaint I have is the pull start, which would be true on all the generators, from what I gather anyway.

Did extensive research before purchase. No other deal can match this. Very pleased with the first peek after box opening - fine workmanship on a beautiful piece. Installed easily without reading instructions. Already installed the inlet, circuit breaker and interlocker before the purchase. Can't wait for the first power outage now. lol

Simple to assemble. Started right up! Great product, but it's one you hope you never have to use, but brings nice peace of mind with it! Battery connection at start up is a little tough to put together if your hands are a little arthritic like mine! Just takes a little more effort.

Purchased as a back up generator for storm outages living in the northern rockies. Really enjoy the ease of use and push button start capability. Noise isn't as loud as we thought it'd be, but it definitely helps having a 50ft cord to run the unit behind our garage. Hoping to not use this generator very much but glad we have it to power the essentials in our cabin during an emergency.

I didn't have to use it for the most recent hurricane but I go through the initial set up to verify it would turn on and it did. The instructions were super simple. I hope to never have to use it but if so, I'm confident that it will work as intended.