Ratings & Reviews for CRAFTSMAN 49 State 2500 Starting / 2200 Running Watt Gasoline Single Fuel Inverter Generator
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What Customers Are Saying
The generator is quiet, portable, and fuel-efficient, suitable for powering small electronics, appliances, and tools. It is easy to start and maintain, with helpful features like USB ports. However, some users report reliability and durability issues, with the engine cutting out or failing after short periods of use despite following maintenance instructions. Accessing the carburetor for servicing can also be difficult. The mixed reviews suggest the generator may be suitable for light-duty use, but may not be reliable for more demanding applications or extended runtime.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.We Needed This Generator
Would RecommendWe could not be happier with my new generator. It was a great price. It ran the entire day when we had our electric down for installation of a new panel on very little gas. This thing is powerful too. We are very happy with this purchase!
Verified Purchaser
Mixed impression
Initial experience was not good. Picked up the 23rd, drove 3 days to the Colo mountains, and generator would not start. Tech support (Generac) couldn't solve the problem. 3 day drive back home - so WELL past 48 hour return window... Store manager was gracious and gave me an exchange. New generator started on the first pull.... only have run it a couple times, but so far, it started on first pull each time and sounds like it is running fine. Nice and quiet.
From 49 State 3300 Starting _SLASH_ 2500 Running Watt Gasoline Single Fuel Inverter Generator Verified Purchaser
Return policy
Would Not RecommendHad storm in Memphis, out of power at my home and daughter’s home, had roof damage, had to find hotels for family, had to deal with insurance and repair company. The unit was defective, broken in the box. Went to return and you will not give me my money back. You say all about the customer and do not honor what you state. Will be happy to send pictures if anyone really cares. 901-619-8766
item never arrived
Would Not RecommendItem was paid for and shipped but never arrived and Lowes was unhelpful to get it delivered.
We’re sorry to hear your order was not delivered. Lowe’s manages the payment, shipping, and delivery of purchases made through its website, so its cu...
Great utility generator
This is an excellent utility generator. I bought it for use during all-too-frequent power outages. Since it’s an inverter generator, it does not require grounding making it easier to move as needed. Plus, it’s quite quiet and has decent runtime.
From 49 State 3300 Starting _SLASH_ 2500 Running Watt Gasoline Single Fuel Inverter Generator Verified Purchaser
Garbage!
Would Not RecommendHard to start from first use, broke after 50hrs of use. Expensive and cheaply made. No digital display for fuel level, avoid!
Rich, we're sorry to hear about your experience. Rest assured, this generator comes with a three-year limited warranty. You can learn more under ...
Not good.
Would Not RecommendI have had this 1 month and went to use it and it wound not start.
Thank you for sharing your experience. We're sorry to hear your generator would not start when you needed to use it. Our Product Assistant provid...
Will not run RV AC as advertised
Would RecommendWas told it would run my rv ac it will not. Also the gas cap broke off need to get a replacement cap
From 49 State 3300 Starting _SLASH_ 2500 Running Watt Gasoline Single Fuel Inverter Generator
new 2500i generator trash
Would Not RecommendDo not waste your money. This generator is trash. To return it....a worst nightmare. you have to call the company that made the engine...generac...and if you have warranty...then you have to take it to a third party shop to get it checked like a mechanic..waste of time and money.
Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry to hear about your experience with the generator and the service process. For assistance, please contact Ge...
Didn’t Buy Anything at Lowes
Would Not RecommendDon’t Buy anything at Lowe’s!! There was a Tornado that hit upstate New York. Most of the Hudson Valley was left in the dark with no power and lots of streets closed due to fallen trees. We purchased this portable generator the day after the tornado. We tried everything we could think of to get the generator to work but it would not turn on. It was sold to us broken. Faced with the reality that we weren't going to have power for an unforeseen amount of time; we scrambled to find a safe place fo...
From 49 State 3300 Starting _SLASH_ 2500 Running Watt Gasoline Single Fuel Inverter Generator
We're truly sorry to hear about your experience, especially during such a difficult time following the tornado. When you purchase a generator for...
Portable??
Appears to be a good generator, the weight is bulky for portability and not easy to start
Verified Purchaser
I have tested it by starting it and letting it run for 15 minutes and that test was successful. The unit seems very quiet without a load.
Verified Purchaser
Quiet, easy to start, doubt that it starts 3,300w
Would Not RecommendThis unit was nice, light, and fuel efficient, but would not power our RV AC with no other circuits active. We can usually run our AC and fridge from a 20 amp outlet. This unit couldn’t power the AC alone except for the very lowest settings and even then it had a really hard time starting it.
From 49 State 3300 Starting _SLASH_ 2500 Running Watt Gasoline Single Fuel Inverter Generator
We’re sorry the generator was broken in the box and unavailable when you needed backup power. Because the purchase was made through Lowe’s, any refun...