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Westinghouse - 2,800-Watt Gas Powered Portable Inverter Generator with Recoil Start, LED Data Center, Quiet Technology - Blue
Average customer rating
4.7
(5,210 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 5,210 reviews
5 Stars
4,100
4 Stars
957
3 Stars
94
2 Stars
21
1 Star
38
98%of customers recommend this product.
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4,988)
Customer Reviews for Westinghouse - 2,800-Watt Gas Powered Portable Inverter Generator with Recoil Start, LED Data Center, Quiet Technology - Blue
Customer Rating
5
I finally have one!
on October 12, 2017
Posted by: jimg
from Avon Park, Fl
Verified Purchase:No
I reviewed and studied "every" portable lower wattage generator/inverter sold in the US! And on paper, features, capabilities, price and, of course, as always comparing to Honda 2000 and Yahama 2000, the Westinghouse Igen2500 scored the best! On price it beats almost everybody, but I would have paid the same as the "BIG2". Why?...........the running wattage is 2200....I need 1800....that means I will almost always (except on surges) be running well below max saving fuel with less NOISE! I am one of those oldies that appreciates and welcomes technology that actually works for you! The diagnostics display is digitally fantastic.......watts, fuel time to run, fuel level, and volts (sadly missing amps) right there all the time (checked them against interactive power meter). Only one offers similar and some dabble alittle., but not the BIG2 at all. 98cc keeps fuel and noise level down and under 50 lbs just like the BIG2. Since noise levels are mostly subjective even when measuring with DB meter, it seems to be mostly a tie with the edge going to BIG2 according to tests run on Youtube not the manufacturers. That's why I built a 2- sided roofed baffle box to steer the noise away. All the controls are upfront and fully visable like on all the better units. All the internals....oil, gas drain, air filter and spark plug are very accessible and visable....check any of the competition for this convenience! Offering a 3 yr warranty and lifetime tech support is above average than most, though I am hoping I'll never find out if either are any good! Do your homework and pick one that's best for you! jimg
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
4
Run great, quiet, and appears to be well made
on September 27, 2017
Posted by: Bob
from Winter Garden, Florida
Verified Purchase:No
The iGen 2500 started right up. It was surprisingly easy and smooth to pull the cord. I did a one hour test run with a full size side by side refrigerator, one lamp, one box fan, a charging iPad, and a Mac all at the same time. I never saw it resister above 25% or so and all went well. Ran nice and quiet. In some cases the refrigerator could create a major but very brief surge in watts (maybe 1,800 at the most) that might require powering up and stabilizing it before connecting the rest. I don't think it would be a problem once the refrigerator is cooled down. This is what we ran with a borrowed generator during Irma and it helped a lot, no lost food and reasonable comfort sleeping. The only problem is the fuel gauge does not work but I fully expect Westinghouse to make that right. I also plan to use it for some camping.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Plenty of power, easy to start
on July 21, 2018
Posted by: Trapper 1
from Eastern utah
Verified Purchase:No
Got this 2500 to replace my Honda 1000. Put oil and gas in it and pulled the rope and it started on the first pull just like my Honda. Love it !
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
IGEN 2500 - Great Buy at great price
on October 26, 2017
Posted by: RobyJoe
from Fort Lauderdale
Verified Purchase:No
NIce looking generator. Easy to start. User friendly. Provide readings for Fuel consumption, power, time left. Quiet, you can talk in front of it without raising your voice. Only 47 pounds. Can move everywhere
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
4
Purchase 2 x iGEN2500 plus parallel cable
on March 7, 2018
Posted by: Glenda
from Kincaid camp near Alexandria, LA
Verified Purchase:No
Both units started on first pull and ran in parallel successfully. The generators ran the air conditioners, the microwave and HWS on electric but went into overload when an electric heater was added. The only negatives were that one of the screws attaching the engine cover was stripped and one of the generators backfired when shut off.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
This is a beautiful and very light Generator,
on May 23, 2018
Posted by: Don
from Pennsylvania
Verified Purchase:No
after putting oil and fuel in the Generator I gave one pull on the recoil start and it ran beautifully, very quiet and the perfect generator for my camping and RV needs
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
4
Very efficient and quiet
on December 12, 2017
Posted by: JR
from Mayaguez, PR
Verified Purchase:No
The generator is quiet, efficient on gas, and easily portable. The only negative was a coil recall. However, I am in the process of requesting the part that needs replacement.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Quiet, compact, affordable, starts easily
on June 5, 2018
Posted by: iGen2200_Oregon
from Medford, Oregon
Verified Purchase:No
Following the quick-start instructions it started on first pull. Very quiet, especially at low load. Powers our 8000BTU window air conditioner, and 700W microwave easily. At under 50 lbs, and with a good handle it's fairly easy to lug around for me. Great for powering our travel trailer when boondocking without annoying the neighbors.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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