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iGen2800c Recoil Start 2800 Starting / 2200 Running Watt Gasoline Single Fuel Portable Generator

Ratings & Reviews for Westinghouse iGen2800c Recoil Start 2800 Starting / 2200 Running Watt Gasoline Single Fuel Portable Generator

4.7
5429
Review
 4.7 out of 5
5429 Reviews


98% Recommend this product

Ratings may include incentivized customer reviews.

What Customers Are Saying

The generator is generally well-received, with many praising its quiet operation, easy starting, and good power output. It was able to power RV air conditioners and household appliances during outages. The generator is described as lightweight and portable. Positive highlights include the clear control panel, long runtime, and 3-year warranty. Customers appreciate the safety features and ability to monitor fuel level and runtime. A few minor issues were noted, but most customers are satisfied with the overall quality and performance.

Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.
5429 Customer Reviews

Disappointed

Would Not Recommend

Bought end of January 2026. Worked fine for 1 week. Started turning off between 1 to 10 minutes. Oil light came one most of the time then off. Checked oil level, was fine. Only a week in and lots of issues. After messing with it for 2 weeks, put it in storage for couple months. Got it out again, did oil change. Now it starts and runs for 5 to 10 minutes, then turns off. I can start it again and it stays running. One time this week I checked it while it was running and the display showed F...

April 26, 2026

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Response from eComm

Hello, thank you for letting us know about this. We are genuinely sorry to hear about it. I have passed your feedback along to our quality control tea...

eCommMay 1, 2026

Great value for the cost

Would Recommend

We have used it now for a couple weeks. It runs smoothly, a tad noisy but overall pretty efficient. We are not dissatisfied!

April 20, 2026

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Light weight for the size

Would Recommend

Excellent inverter generator. Very powerful for the size. Would buy again

March 16, 2026

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Worked as it should.

Would Recommend

Worked as it should. Light and easy to move around.

March 15, 2026

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4 stars

Would Recommend

I just unboxed the unit, added oil and gas and it fired right up. Only slight issue so far is that one of the side cover plates is bowed out a little bit. Looks like one of the plastic pins is not catching it's female counterpart inside the machine. Other than that minor issue, it looks good and runs goods.

March 15, 2026

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FIRED RIGHT UP!

Fired up on the first pull and works. Seems like a well-engineered generator.

March 10, 2026

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Seems good

Received as a gift. After filling with oil & gas, it started on about the 7th pull, I expect that to get less after break-in. It's light enough to be easily carried to it's needed location. Can't speak to reliability or actual preformance as it's new.

March 8, 2026

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It's a lot of "bang for the buck".

Would Recommend

I must've watched about 100 reviews on various generators and this one got my attention. Withe Lowe's Veteran discount, I ended up getting for a great price ($449). I wanted an inverter generator because I wanted to be able to charge a 2400 watt Anker power station without damaging the sensitive electronics inside of it. I also wanted enough watts to power the basics during a power outage. I honestly didn't;think think that a huge generator was necessary because living in a populated area, we'...

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Response from Westinghouse

Hi, thank you for your review! We are very happy to hear how great your experience has been with the iGen2800c! If there is anything we can ever do t...

WestinghouseApril 10, 2026

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I think it will be perfect for me.

Would Recommend

I just received this generator. Like the looks of it. Will start it up soon.

February 14, 2026

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Maybe it's good? Who knows?

I purchased this yesterday and haven't used it yet. Asking me to do a review immediately for the bonus promised as a gift for registering it is a bit odd. The insert with the generator doesn't say anything about that, so also a bit misleading.

February 8, 2026

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Response from eComm

Hello, thank you for your initial review! We look forward to hearing your thoughts once you have had a chance to fully utilize the iGen2800c! If there...

eCommFebruary 11, 2026

Very simple to use

Would Recommend

Perfect for when the power goes out. Light weight and easy to maintain

February 1, 2026

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Peace of mind during power outages

Would Recommend

I bought this last month for emergency power supply and charging during local electric power outages. I haven't had to use it yet, but like the clean and compact design, clear instructions, and great features. It's reassuring to know that I'll be able to run my gas furnace electrical components, sump pump, refrigerator, lights, etc. during any extended outages. I can also use this to recharge battery power backups, phones, computers, etc.

February 1, 2026

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Great Price, Features and Build Quality!

Would Recommend

Generator is an amazing price for the size vs. competitors. Something great to have in an emergency situation.

January 30, 2026

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Great

Would Recommend

I just bought this generator and I'm extremely happy

January 30, 2026

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so far good

Would Recommend

only started it so far takes a few pulls to start. hopefully that gets better after broke in.

January 29, 2026

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Awesome Generator

Would Recommend

I bought this right before the winter storm hit us and it saved us from losing a lot of food in our fridge.

January 29, 2026

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IGen2800c

Would Recommend

I haven't tried it yet but hopefully it will work. It seems be a quality machine.

January 23, 2026

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Great deal for the money

Would Recommend

Based on other’s reviews, this is a very good value

January 22, 2026

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Amazing product

Would Recommend

Starts first pull, waiting for power outage. Very happy with purchase

January 22, 2026

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