Super easy to set up and started up immediately. Novices level reasonable as I did not expect it to be as quiet as an inverter generator. Love the large fuel tank and 14+ hour run time. Using this as a home back up generator for our lovely PG&E power safety shutoff days as our area is high fire risk. Only thing keep this from 5 stars is the generator had damage on the recoil where it looked like something hit it. I was able to pry out the bent cover that was hitting on the recoil to where the unit is usable. Westinghouse is working on an open case to send a new one. very happy with purchase and being able to plug this right into our power transfer meter. No more extension cords!

We are first-time generator purchasers in our 70s. We just unboxed and got our generator started this week and found the instructions to be very clear. The machine is well-designed and very easy to move given the wheels and handle. We agree with other reviews that the most challenging part of getting it ready to start is the oil fill. Be sure to have a drip pan and paper towels nearby. Even with the supplied funnel, it is difficult to fill due to the location of the opening. We would give this product five stars, but we haven't used it yet. However, there is no reason to doubt that it won't meet our expectations in performance.

Easy to assemble, worked great right after assembly. Have not used for an extended period as of yet. Easy to operate. It is a little louder than I had hoped. It would be nice if the description would include a noise level rating. Other than that, provides good power and is easy to operate.

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.

Had a little trouble with setup. The supplied oil container holds .74 of a quart of oil. I didn't realize that all of it had to be put into the crankcase. Hard to read dipstick--thought I had it full but generator was smart enough to not start until I put the entire bottle into the crankcase.

This little guy has been rock solid. Start easily, and has powered everything I've ever asked of it. I use it primarily as emergency power to ensure I don't lose sump pump capabilities and I have put two full size refrigerators on it. Worked like a charm

With our power constantly going out and a total electric trailer, I knew I had to have backup power for heat this winter. This generator was within my price range and will provide the security I need during power outages. It was easy to set up and started right up. It's light enough to move around. Haven't actually needed it yet but I'm so glad I have it

I was very nervous about purchasing a heavy portable generator, since I had no one who would be able to help me assemble it. It proved to be surprisingly easy! I just slit the sides of the box, removed the packing materials and wheel assembly, and then easily tipped the generator on its side to install the wheel assembly and feet. Unless you're quite frail, you'll be able to manage this, ladies! I haven't yet purchased my gas tank to fuel it and give it a trial run, but it looks like it'll be a simple matter to do so!

We previously owned 3 generators, a Gentron 10,000, a Honda eu3000i, and Honda eu2000. This Wgen 5300c took the place of three and now we only have to maintain 1 power plant, it rins the entire house, the rv, and takes up very little space!!! Thank you Sooo much!

I purchased this generator to replace an old one that was only pull start. This generator is electric start, easy to move (even after 8 back surgeries), and comes with everything you need to set it up and use it. I have not had to use it yet, but I have high hopes that it will be a great buy.