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iGen5000cv Recoil Start 5000 Starting / 3900 Running Watt Gasoline Single Fuel Portable Generator

Ratings & Reviews for Westinghouse iGen5000cv Recoil Start 5000 Starting / 3900 Running Watt Gasoline Single Fuel Portable Generator

4.7
7499
Review
 4.7 out of 5
7499 Reviews


98% Recommend this product

Ratings may include incentivized customer reviews.

What Customers Are Saying

The generator provides reliable and quiet power for a variety of applications, including running air conditioners, microwaves, and other appliances in RVs and trailers. It has excellent power output, convenient features like remote start and telescoping handle, and straightforward setup and operation. While a few reviews mentioned initial issues with the automatic choke, the generator is generally praised for its high-quality and dependable performance.

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7500 Customer Reviews

Great inverter generator

Would Recommend

Purchased and just finished the break in period unit is pretty quiet even under a decent load.

May 11, 2026

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Compact and Quiet

Would Recommend

I bought this generator due to its compact size and low running noise level. Runs great and is so quiet! Its also very easy to start that doesn't require much effort. Very happy with purchase!

May 6, 2026

From westinghouse.com

Great features

Would Recommend

This is a good generator I would recommend this generator to my friends

April 16, 2026

From westinghouse.com

Not delivered! dropped off at incorrect address.

Did not receive order. Was not delivered at correct address. Where's my generator????!!!!

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Response from Westinghouse

Hello, thank you for letting us know about your experience, we completely understand your frustration. Unfortunately, we do not have any control over...

WestinghouseMarch 25, 2026

WestinghousePortablePower

Great shipping, great packaging

Would Recommend

Came in on time, havent tried it yet though

March 1, 2026
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Clear instructions in the manual.

Recently bought after the ice storm. Wish I had it before. I appreciate the clarity of the manual.

February 13, 2026

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So far so good

Would Recommend

Just purchased and I’m impressed with the fit and finish. So far so good I would definitely follow their break procedure and would use a high-quality synthetic oil once finished.

February 7, 2026

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Used for first time

Would Recommend

We bought this generator as a backup for use dry camping but also as a home backup. With the recent ice storm that has crippled much of the mid south, it came in handy. Pulled it out of the box, added oil (yes oil fill outlet could stand to extend out further but with a long funnel is manageable), and started it up. We ran two gas furnaces, 4 fridge/freezers and many outlets for 60 hours straight, using a tank of fuel (3.4 gal) about every 12 to 14 hours. We only tripped the breaker once using a...

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Excellent Machine

Would Recommend

We bought this generator for our RV. The machine starts easily, and runs all of our appliances and also the AC with ease. This is just what we wanted.

January 18, 2026

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Generator worth its money

Would Recommend

It is a little heavier than I like but for the amount of power it is a minor detail.

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Excellent as always

Would Recommend

Westinghouse always delivers a quality product. This is my second Westinghousegenerator and I couldn’t be happier with it.

November 15, 2025

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Great product

Would Recommend

Great product used by many of our friends for toy haulers

October 2, 2025

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Great generator

Would Recommend

This generator will come in handy down here in Florida. Plan on using it for camping, working and emergencies. Great features

September 28, 2025

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inverter Generator

Would Recommend

the Generator works well, I glad that i brought it

September 22, 2025

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Works for what I need

Would Recommend

Runs my camper 👍 i like the features on it quiet and looks sharp

September 14, 2025

From westinghouse.com

Perfect

Would Recommend

This is exactly what I need and I love the features and mobility

September 8, 2025

From westinghouse.com

Works as it should

Would Recommend

This is my second one, I love Westinghouse inverter generators. They run my 30amp travel trailer with no problems.

August 30, 2025

From westinghouse.com

Great generator

Would Recommend

This product arrive quickly and was easy to start!

August 24, 2025

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A generator that requires a battery to start...

Would Not Recommend

Generator works well except for the fact that it requires a battery to start. Kinda defeats the whole purpose. Tried the pull cord for 30 or 40 pulls, nothing. Put the battery on the charger for just a bit and started fine with the pull string. AND the battery used is a very odd size and I can't find a replacement that isn't some off brand trash. The provided battery only lasted a year or so.

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Response from Westinghouse

Hello, thank you for letting us know about your experience, we are genuinely sorry to hear about the issues with the starting battery and its short l...

WestinghouseAugust 20, 2025

WestinghousePortablePower

Quiet

Would Recommend

I purchased this to replace a smaller and older generator, that is very loud. Tried it to test function, have not had to use it for a storm yet. It is very quiet and easy to set up.

August 11, 2025

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