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Westinghouse - 5,000-Watt Dual Fuel Gas and Propane Powered Portable Inverter Generator with Remote Electric Start, LED Data Center - Blue
Average customer rating
4.7
(8,299 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 8,299 reviews
5 Stars
6,612
4 Stars
1,445
3 Stars
137
2 Stars
45
1 Star
60
98%of customers recommend this product.
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7,900)
Customer Reviews for Westinghouse - 5,000-Watt Dual Fuel Gas and Propane Powered Portable Inverter Generator with Remote Electric Start, LED Data Center - Blue
Customer Rating
5
Nice compact unit with easy to operate controls.
on January 24, 2025
Posted by: Frank65
from Saskatoon, Canada
After researching portable inverter/generator models on a few independent consumer sites, and based on their ratings, we made the decision to purchase the iGen4500DF generator in November of 2024. We wanted something compact to use for temporary backup of essential appliances in the event of a power outage. We also intend to use it to power an RV at un-serviced campsites.
The unit started and ran flawlessly from initial start-up, and through the break-in period, cycling from gasoline to propane, and back to gasoline several times over the recommended 5-hour initial break-in run. Electrical appliances were cycled during break-in varying generator output from 25% - 50%. At the end of the break-in cycle an additional appliance was added increasing power output to 90%. In all cases the generator governed the engine rpm smoothly throughout the electrical load variations.
The unit is well designed with robust body panels, and the control panel is nicely laid out and easy to understand. The handles to lift the generator are well designed allowing the unit to be lifted while wearing thick gloves. The retractable handle for moving the unit on its wheels is also a nice feature (easier on the back). I was able to stop and start the unit with the remote from 60 ft with no issue. I didn't try any further than 100 ft, but I don't have any reason to believe that it wouldn't work further away that that.
The unit is nice and quiet, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for an affordable compact inverter/generator with good power output.
The unit started and ran flawlessly from initial start-up, and through the break-in period, cycling from gasoline to propane, and back to gasoline several times over the recommended 5-hour initial break-in run. Electrical appliances were cycled during break-in varying generator output from 25% - 50%. At the end of the break-in cycle an additional appliance was added increasing power output to 90%. In all cases the generator governed the engine rpm smoothly throughout the electrical load variations.
The unit is well designed with robust body panels, and the control panel is nicely laid out and easy to understand. The handles to lift the generator are well designed allowing the unit to be lifted while wearing thick gloves. The retractable handle for moving the unit on its wheels is also a nice feature (easier on the back). I was able to stop and start the unit with the remote from 60 ft with no issue. I didn't try any further than 100 ft, but I don't have any reason to believe that it wouldn't work further away that that.
The unit is nice and quiet, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for an affordable compact inverter/generator with good power output.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting westinghouse.com
Customer Rating
4
Easy to understand
on January 24, 2025
Posted by: Galen59
I bought this inverter generator for the purpose of a backup for the solar and to run the ac on my camper when boondocking
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting westinghouse.com
Customer Rating
5
Great features
on January 24, 2025
Posted by: TBrown04
from Utah
Comes with a plug at charge internal starting battery for when in storage
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
4
Good features for the price
on January 24, 2025
Posted by: John 787 Cali
from Elk Grove CA
I purchased this mainly for back up power in an outage. I found this unit is also quite capable of powering the RV's AC. I like the fact it is also dual fuel and has a CO alarm.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting westinghouse.com
Customer Rating
4
Loaded with features
on January 25, 2025
Posted by: CaptainBob#1
from Evansville, Ind.
Really like this inverter generator it’s my first electric starter. Like the dual fuel setup. Starts quick in15degree
weather. The only complaint I have is the opening to change the oil is to small to get my hand in to take the dipstick out and put it back in spent about 1/2 hour to add the oil, you need to make that opening bigger I know I’m not the only person with big hands. That’s is my only complaint.
weather. The only complaint I have is the opening to change the oil is to small to get my hand in to take the dipstick out and put it back in spent about 1/2 hour to add the oil, you need to make that opening bigger I know I’m not the only person with big hands. That’s is my only complaint.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting westinghouse.com
Customer Rating
4
Great Inverter Generator
on January 25, 2025
Posted by: CaptainBob#1
from Evansville, Ind.
Bought this a week a go runs great on gas and propane.
Starts with no problem at 15 degrees, just push the button and it’s run on gas or propane.
Starts with no problem at 15 degrees, just push the button and it’s run on gas or propane.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting westinghouse.com
Customer Rating
5
Quiet 5000 W
on January 26, 2025
Posted by: Scott 100
from Greenville, SC
Pro: Easy to set up. Started right up on propane. Very quiet in normal mode and even quieter in eco mode.
Con: Owner's manual needs significant updates, including very basic info for initial setup. Though easy, as stated as a positive, the manual is actually misleading for the setup. It's as if Westinghouse didn't even proof the manual. The battery was loose and had bounced around in the compartment; fortunately it did not break anything.
Con: Owner's manual needs significant updates, including very basic info for initial setup. Though easy, as stated as a positive, the manual is actually misleading for the setup. It's as if Westinghouse didn't even proof the manual. The battery was loose and had bounced around in the compartment; fortunately it did not break anything.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting westinghouse.com
Customer Rating
5
Great generator for home back up.
on January 26, 2025
Posted by: Eagle Scout
from SC
Received my generator earlier than promised. It is compact, many features and is very quiet.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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