I was looking for a quieter and lighter generator than my Champion 4000. It is definitely lighter but I don't notice any difference between this and my Champion open frame generator. I didn't know I would have to get a conversion kit to run it at higher altitudes (8500 ft.) which had to be purchased separately. I waited a week for the high altitude kit and it took 30 minutes to install. The generator took quit a few pulls to get it primed and started. I'm looking forward to taking this out on our next camping trip to see how we'll it is going to work after I get the break in done.
I bought this generator a week ago. Very impressed with the condition and manual instructions how to get ready and start it. Started with just the first pool and its very quiet in eco mode. Haven't try the propane mode yet but so far, I like it a lot! Very light compare to my old Honda 3000i.
Just picked up my inverter generator today. The first start up process was super simple. Fired right up on the second pull. Tested it out with my RV trailers AC unit and had no issues. All ready for camping this summer!