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Westinghouse - 18,000/14,500-Watt Gas Powered Portable Generator with Remote Electric Start, Low THD, and 50 Amp Outlet - Blue
Average customer rating
4.7
(2,665 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 2,665 reviews
5 Stars
2,165
4 Stars
363
3 Stars
68
2 Stars
18
1 Star
51
96%of customers recommend this product.
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2,390 out of
2,495)
Customer Reviews for Westinghouse - 18,000/14,500-Watt Gas Powered Portable Generator with Remote Electric Start, Low THD, and 50 Amp Outlet - Blue
Customer Rating
5
Very powerful generator
on March 2, 2025
Posted by: Gregory G
from SW Virginia
Recently purchased the WGen14500dfc and it is an absolute beast of a generator. After breaking the generator in gave a good real world test.
Running through an panel interlock kit I was able to do a test run which amazingly it power my entire house. Two mini split heat pumps, oil furnace, well pump, three refrigerators, 2 freezer, security cameras system, and entertainment system. Never showed signs of of struggling at all, even when I flipped on the electric hot water heater towards the end to see if it could. Also was powering a detached garage as well during testing.
Running through an panel interlock kit I was able to do a test run which amazingly it power my entire house. Two mini split heat pumps, oil furnace, well pump, three refrigerators, 2 freezer, security cameras system, and entertainment system. Never showed signs of of struggling at all, even when I flipped on the electric hot water heater towards the end to see if it could. Also was powering a detached garage as well during testing.
Break in period of 5 hours at around 25% to 40% load and then 40 minutes of probably maxed out at times during testing hooked into the home panel. It appears it roughly consumed close to 7 gallons which falls pretty much close to specs.
While running the entire house all sensitive electronics power up with zero issues including a router that doesn't even power up of the power is dirty. Zero flickering or pulsing of LED lights throughout the house.
Definitely a two person job unpacking and getting of the pallet which it is secured to very well. Assembly is pretty easy by just attaching the lifting bar and the wheels which can be done while it's on the pallet.
Generator itself appears well designed and of good quality components. Oil filter, dipstick, and oil fill cap are easily accessible which makes it easy to maintain.
Sound level seems to be slightly less than competitive brands. The V twin sounds so much better than a single engine generator that I've owned in the past.
So far the WGen14500dfc appears to be a solid back up source when the power goes out comparable to a permanent standby generator. With the ability to be connected directly to your propane system too.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting westinghouse.com
Customer Rating
5
Beast!!!
on February 26, 2025
Posted by: Dali K
from Sarasota, FL
Excellent Product and as I stated It' s a BEAST!
If you like to run your whole house and you make correct (Electrical) set up you are good to GO!
If you like to run your whole house and you make correct (Electrical) set up you are good to GO!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting westinghouse.com
Customer Rating
5
Power failure prep
on February 24, 2025
Posted by: Susan M M
from IN
This is something we hope we never need. We are pleased it takes gas or propane tank. Also it has a remote control.
Written by a customer while visiting westinghouse.com
Customer Rating
5
Must buy generator
on February 23, 2025
Posted by: MASTERJAM
from Rising sun MD
This is a great generator and the propane option will help to not have gas go badin carb.
This is a must buy generator!!!
This is a must buy generator!!!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting westinghouse.com
Customer Rating
4
Solid product with a lot of juice to get you going
on February 23, 2025
Posted by: JJ1975
from Houston, TX
Bought this in the last month. In full transparency --- i haven't had to use it for an extended period of time yet. That said, it has been relatively easy to get set up despite being a beast of a machine.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting westinghouse.com
Customer Rating
5
Best Generator Hands Downs
on February 23, 2025
Posted by: Mdaniels620
from Phoenix, Az
This is my second Westinghouse Generator. Love how quiet they are. Runs great and powers all my tools with ease. Would highly recommend for individual use or commercial use.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting westinghouse.com
Customer Rating
5
Great value.
on February 22, 2025
Posted by: ONeal
from Parkton, md
Good running and good features. All the features you need.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting westinghouse.com
Customer Rating
5
28000 watt Generator
on February 20, 2025
Posted by: Generator####1234
So far so good. I am 35 characters too short. The Generator looks quality but has not been started yet.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting westinghouse.com