Over 1200 hours and it’s still running strong. Had to remove baffles from exhaust.

Lo bueno es que enciende rapido, es facil de encender y no pesa mucho. Lo malo es que no es silencioso. No sirve para un Departamento por lo ruidoso.

I recently upgraded to a camper with a microwave oven, requiring a more powerful generator than my trusty Yamaha. After thorough research, I opted for the WEN generator and I couldn’t be happier with my choice. Surprisingly, this generator is not much heavier than my previous one, yet it delivers a solid 2200 Watts effortlessly. The quiet operation and first-pull start make it a dream to use, even in chilly weather as low as 16°F. During a recent winter camping trip, the WEN generator performed flawlessly, powering both the microwave and an electric heater without a hitch. The option for an “echo” setting ensures long-lasting use when full power isn’t necessary. I also appreciate the thoughtful tip about using the generator’s box for storage and transportation. Overall, I am thoroughly impressed with the WEN generator’s performance and durability, especially after hearing glowing reviews from friends who own other WEN products. It’s a reliable companion for any RV adventure, offering great value for the price.

Fired up yesterday for the first time and was amazed at how quiet it ran. Plugged into our trailer and ran at about 50% load with air conditioning. Eco mode adjusted the running level and noise accordingly. Neighbor came over to tell me how surprised he was at how quiet it was compared to others he has seen/heard! Easy to lift. Also bought the magnetic dipstick.

Nice little generator. I’ve used it a few times already and enjoy how quiet it is compared to my much larger 10500 watt generator. If my power goes out and I don’t think it’ll be out long I’ll hook this up to my house to power the refrigerator and some lights and fans. I turn off all my 240v breakers and use a custom cord the will feed both legs of my panel. That way I have all my lights on, which are all led so not much of a load, I can use my TV’s and internet. It also has a eco mode which adjusts the rpms of the motor to the size of the load.

Waited a year to review (about 100 hrs on the machine)..
Ok, here’s the deal. Take it from a retired home builder with lots of generator experience, if you plan to rely on this unit to make a daily living, (think food truck) I would save my pennies and go for the twice as expensive Honda only because they are proven to last forever. But, for any other application, especially camping, look no further than the WEN 56200i.
Mine does everything it’s advertised to do but no more. By that I mean, you cannot exceed the 1600 watt continuous or 2000 motor start surge max. So before you click “buy”, know your wattage, especially the start up power of motors involved. Read the directions! I can keep mine in econo mode in my camper van and watch TV, run my small refer and a small fan if need be, all at one time. In this application, it only revs up for a second or two when the refer compressor kicks in and then right back down to a purr, Really quite. If I want to use my Keurig clone or the microwave, yes, I actually have to get out of my recliner and hit the switch to get out of econo for a few minutes. It can then easily handle these appliances one at a time.
It’s quite, sips fuel, fairly light and the motor never misses.Starts on first or second pull every time. The only drawback is changing the oil every 25 hrs, but it’s easy to do.
Just watch the price, Last year it went back and forth from around $485 to a low of $410. And oh yeah, never, never ever leave fuel in it unused for more than a month, or you will be looking for a new carb.

Update, 6-11-21. Ok, so I’ve had this machine almost 5 years now and so, how’s it going? In a word, perfect. Probably about 500 hours and still runs like new. After the first few oil changes, I really think you could probably go around 35 hrs instead of the 25 called for because at 25 the oil is still amber in color. The only thing I would add to my initial review is that when you let it sit for a month or two, especially in the winter, you may have to pull the starter as many as 15-20 times to start. DON’T GIVE UP. IT WILL START. After that it’s back to the 1 or 2 pulls. Probably a gas in the carb thing. Anyway…. Still going strong and highly recommend.

This generator offers great value for the price. I’ve completed the engine break-in period and after changing the oil at 8 hours, it powered approximately 1700 watts for over an hour without any issues. There are some expected compromises at this price point – the oil dipstick/drain plug is plastic with no magnet to collect metal shavings during break-in (though the oil appeared clean). No oil is included, so have 5w-30 ready or prepare to purchase some.

My only concern is that on my unit, the choke graphic is incorrectly printed on the generator’s front panel. You need to do the opposite of what it shows: pull the choke OUT to start and push it IN when running. This labeling issue will likely be corrected soon, so units purchased after early 2025 may have correct symbols. The written instructions seem accurate, just not the graphics.

This compact generator is fantastic. It was excellently packaged and delivered in pristine condition. Starting it up is straightforward, and it operates perfectly. I replaced my Harbor Freight Predator with this model, which is similar in size and noise level, but offers slightly more power while costing $200 less!

After checking it out, I made sure to add oil. It started on the first pull, and it’s really quiet and lightweight.

Exceptional power source that delivers outstanding performance when needed.

I received the 2500 watt unit and was extremely disappointed with the quality control. The air cleaner was missing a necessary nut, and the oil dipstick had been left loose, causing oil to leak everywhere. The photos demonstrate these issues. Very unsatisfactory product inspection.