WEN 5600-Watt Portable Generator, Electric Start, 224cc, Transfer-Switch and RV-Ready with CO Shutdown Sensor (GN5602X)

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1. Richard Burkhart Verified Buyer – 9 April 2024

   Excellent quality. Slight welding flaw at the gas tank caused a slight leak. I called customer service to report the issue, ( purchase order###s) and a new one was on my way.
   Excellent customer service. Sometimes a flaw happens WEN responding quickly.
   Generator works perfectly, it may be tested as more snow, possibly freezing rain expected SOON.
   

2. Thumbelina1 Verified Buyer – 3 October 2024

   I purchased this originally for hurricane season. It got here on May 9th. May 10th had two tornadoes strike the house. This generator saved my life for the entire 5 days that I was buried underneath all the trees and debris. Very easy to use excellent quality manufacturing wise. Tough sturdy little generator not that loud, excellent value for the money. Highly recommend if you value your life. Ran the refrigerator, freezer, TV, power banks and two fans no problem. Carries a good load on very little gas. Not that heavy.
   

3. Michael D. Pencke Verified Buyer – 9 November 2024

   The electric start works every time. The gas tank has a gas level indicator, so no guessing when it needs gas. An hour clock keeps track of hours used, as well as frequency and current. Also nice. Location of oil plug is easily reachable and pan can fit directly under it to collect old oil. It is about 100 lbs in weight. But very maneuverable with the retractable leverage arms. It is very economical in gas consumption. It has drainage features for gas when put into long term storage. Thoughtful design. The only draw back is that the voltage frequency is not as stable as inverter generators. So it isn’t a good choice for powering electronics. My dust collector 2 HP motor had difficulty starting up on this generator, even though it only consumed about 15A. Could be increased start up current. Don’t have the equipment to check this theory. In short well designed, well built, and easy to use. Noise level is not as bad as my pressure washer.
   

4. daniel sparks Verified Buyer – 6 February 2025

   This is 120 volt only! Dont be confused by the RV connections. That being said this is a well built and easy to use generator. Ive rarely seen better build quality. Minus one star because it did not run as is. I had to pull the front panel off because the start switch wasnt connected. It wont run without the switch. Its based on a honda GX200. Almost identical to a predator 224 so parts should be easy. This does have one thing that sets it apart from most generators. It has active engine cooling! The cooling fan is oversized and there is ducting that forces the air over the engine. Thought this was an awesome touch. Overall very pleased with the price.

   

5. LizK67 Verified Buyer – 22 February 2025

   Arrived over a day early (thank you so much) and my 23 yo daughter and myself (51 yo woman) just turned one of the window ac units to fan FROM ac. Got chilly…only about 4 hours after delivery, set up and a run to buy gas and go to Home Depot where all of the multi outlet cords were gone :/ In Houston without power since Monday. MONDAY. I should’ve bought one sooner but was intimidated. Shouldn’t have been. Seems very loud but it’s my first one. May check out adding a propane one in case gas is hard to come by again…like earlier this week. Will come back if I have to whine or ask any questions okay? Previous commenters helped me go with this one. After a very hot 5.5 days, this costing around $400 feels like a steal. Currently running 2 window ac units and a power strip with 2 monitors, a gaming pc, and we’re charging our devices off of it. Plan on adding a dorm size fridge when a capable cord comes in. Fingers crossed. We’ll be ready with confident generator usage this hurricane season. AS LONG AS I CAN GET GAS! Picture is something the manual didn’t mention in the starting instructions. A neighbor I asked to crank it up told me. This lever needs to be in this position to start. GOT IT? Good, very good. Edit: one tank lasted 14 hours running both window units and the power strip (plus internet). Checked the oil, all good. It was an easy gas refill, the auto start didn’t work but pulled the handle once and it fired right up (like when the neighbor did it). So pleased, life isn’t miserable now!

   

6. Larry F. Verified Buyer – 9 March 2025

   Unit came in a box, 110 lbs., and the drivers just unloaded it on the front porch even though i left instructions not to do so, take it to garage. Assembly not too bad, read instructions first. Started, unit died in 5-8 seconds, again same thing with CO light blinking (no way, open area). Again and this time CO light was yellow-service issue. Called Wen, told story, they said bad CO module and sent me a new one–but no instructions on how to install. I’m a former tech, no problem for me to figure out how to do it but others would have a lot of trouble. Ran fine afterward. Love wheels, electric start, ease of gas/oil fill. Average noise, yuk. Still, a good deal for the bucks.
   

7. JRS Verified Buyer – 12 March 2025

   So far, this has been a pretty good little generator, main purpose to power our RV while boondocking. Not too noisy, and starts on the first crank, but… 1. The RV plug (see picture) won’t connect as the bottom of the generator faceplate will not allow a standard 90 degree plug to fully insert. So I thought, no problem, pop the cover off and rotate the socket! Well, there is one wire that is 1/2″ too short, so you either have to add a different wire, cut the bottom off the generator panel, or build an adapter. Still trying to decide what to do. 2. The CO sensor is WAY too sensitive. Wind was blowing the wrong way and shut it down. There doesn’t appear to be a reset switch for it, and unplugging the battery doesn’t reset it either. Sitting here for 10 minutes now and still flashing red. Will update with more fun after my next trip. Overall, I would buy it again.

   

8. margarita molina Verified Buyer – 25 March 2025

   Provides solid power with convenient electric start. CO sensor adds safety. However, noise level exceeds expectations (72dB measured). Fuel efficiency is average. Good for emergencies but not quiet camping.
   

9. MultiMM68 Verified Buyer – 6 April 2025

   First time owning a generator. I am very pleased!! Used for powering my refrigerator/freezer and 9000 btu A/C portable unit. Roughly 2400 watts usage to power and get about 10 hrs of run time on 4.3 gallons in tank. Been running for near 75 hrs straight. I did change oil (full synthetic). Be sure to get the “magnetized” dip stick/plug for this generator. It will collect all shavings in oil.

   

10. Wanda Neadom Verified Buyer – 7 April 2025

    The WEN 5600-Watt Portable Generator is a fantastic investment! The electric start works flawlessly, and the 224cc engine delivers strong, consistent power. The CO shutdown sensor adds safety, while the RV-ready feature makes it perfect for camping. Easy to use with a transfer switch. Highly recommend for home backup or outdoor adventures!
    

11. T Lemons K9TWL Verified Buyer – 17 April 2025

    Good generator! Starts right up and the electric starter is very helpful.