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49 State 6830 Starting / 5500 Running Watt Gas and Propane Dual fuel Portable Generator

Ratings & Reviews for Kobalt 49 State 6830 Starting / 5500 Running Watt Gas and Propane Dual fuel Portable Generator

4.3
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 4.3 out of 5
218 Reviews


88% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

Customers overwhelmingly praise this generator for its intuitive setup, reliable dual-fuel capability, and quiet performance. Most highlight effortless assembly, quick starts, and confidence in emergency backup. The dual-fuel flexibility—running on gasoline or propane—is described as a game-changer, with users reporting extended runtimes and clean operation. Reviewers consistently note sturdy construction, safety features like low-oil shutoff and carbon monoxide sensors, and exceptional value. Wheels and compact design enhance portability. A few mention weight as challenging for solo users, but most consider it a dependable, well-designed choice.

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218 Customer Reviews

Great fuel efficiency!

Would Recommend

This product works very well, happy with this purchase!

October 12, 2026
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So happy i got this

This works great 👍

October 12, 2026
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Prompt Delivery Service

Would Recommend

Just a shout out for my delivery: Shyhelm Durio/Canell Williams were prompt, respectful, courteous. I highly recommend them, they are truly a value to your company. Keep up the good work guy's. Thanks Ms. Bernice

October 8, 2026
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Good stuff

Loved my purchase

October 8, 2026
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Generator was broken.

The box arrived damaged but the generator looked ok. It didn't work. Lowes policy not to take back. They should take back products that are broken.

September 29, 2026
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Reliable and portable

Would Recommend

Used the propane option for fuel. Easy to start and enough power to run my necessities. Easy to store and relocate to wherebI need it. Love it. Best part is...can't get a generators in any store here (all sold out), but Lowes shipped it to my garage!

September 28, 2026
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Do not buy

Would Not Recommend

Literally didn’t work out of the box. Put it all together after lugging it home. Put the proper amount of oil and fuel and the thing would start then die on its own every 30 seconds. Tried propane and gasoline and both did the same thing. Had to return it. Disappointing.

September 27, 2026
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Reliable Power When You Need It Most

Would Recommend

I’ve been really happy with this Kobalt 5500 generator so far. I bought it mainly as a backup for power outages, and I really like knowing I have the option to run it on either gas or propane. It has plenty of power for the things I need, and it seems to run for a good amount of time without constantly having to refuel it. It’s definitely on the heavier side, but the wheels and handle make moving it around much easier. Getting it set up was pretty straightforward, and I like the extra features ...

September 26, 2026
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Brand new! **already had 17.5 hours on it

Would Not Recommend

such a dishonest sales practice. Purchasing the display model, It didn't come in a box, or with operating manual, or any warranty / registration info. It actually had been used for 17.5 hours & returned , then sold to me as "brand new". The young man that helped me was great so I'm sure he had no knowledge of this.

September 26, 2026
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Easy to usr

Would Recommend

We bought this generator during the recent Livingston County power outage. It saved a refrigerator and freezer full of food and kept our devices charged!

September 25, 2026
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Generator

Would Recommend

We had a power outage in Detroit and Lowe's wasn't sold out delivered next day early morning. The delivery team didn't even leave me they rang my door bell it was extremely early. I thanked them for not leaving me and waiting until I got to the door. He was so caring he had to have known our situation im sure more families were buying from our area. I kept apologizing and thanking him he was so nice. Made my morning because I had no power for 5 days and I couldn't take it no more had to buy on...

September 22, 2026
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Good power for decent price

Would Recommend

Very easy to set up and get running within 15 minutes. System was able to power fridge, swamp cooler, TV entertainment system and many lights and small accessories around the house during power outage. I also use it for remote site construction projects powering saws, blowers, vacuums, etc. So far very happy with this unit. So far have only used gas for fuel. Have not had opportunity to use propane yet.

September 14, 2026
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Its ok

Would Recommend

So I was happy to discover that Lowe’s had a 6000 W generator that was even set up for dual fuel for less than $600. But to my surprise, the two standard sets of household outlets are equipped with GFI and there’s a 20 amp breaker for each one including a breaker for all the electric. It just seems to me that it’s overkill because anytime you put a load on the GFI outlets with an actual tool that requires that kind of an outlet—they trip. To keep them from tripping, you can only use items that h...

September 6, 2026
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The gasoline works way better than the propane

It's a pretty good little generator however, the propane is not have the strength that the gasoline does. So while you can use propane it will not power everything that the gasoline will

August 28, 2026
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