The Westinghouse WGen5300DFcv is the better portable generator overall, rated 4.3 to 2.9. The Westinghouse WGen5300DFcv leads on value, fuel options and run time. The Westinghouse WGen5300DFcv costs $2,420 less ($579 vs $2,999).
A mid-size dual-fuel generator that can run a fridge, furnace and well pump through a transfer switch. Best for buyers who want 240 V home backup at a low price and don’t mind a pull start.
Amazon $579A contractor-grade generator for daily job-site use where durability and OSHA compliance matter more than price. Home backup buyers get far more watts per dollar elsewhere.
Amazon $2,999Prices were last checked October 28, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every mid-size portable generator; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Westinghouse WGen5300DFcv | Honda EB6500 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 30% | 91 $0.11 per running watt | 0 $0.55 per running watt |
| Run time 15% | 70 11 hours on a tank at 50% load | 58 9.8 hours on a tank at 50% load |
| Fuel options 15% | 70 gasoline or propane | 0 gasoline only |
| Home hookup 15% | 100 240 V outlet for a transfer switch | 100 240 V outlet for a transfer switch |
| CO safety 10% | 100 shuts off when carbon monoxide builds up | 100 shuts off when carbon monoxide builds up |
| Warranty 10% | 67 3-year warranty | 67 3-year warranty |
| Starting 5% | 0 pull start only | 0 pull start only |
| Westinghouse WGen5300DFcv | Honda EB6500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Gasoline | 5,300 W running, 6,500 W starting | 5,500 W running, 7,000 W starting |
| Propane | 4,800 W running, 5,800 W starting | - |
| Outlets | 2 × 120 V, TT-30 (RV), L14-30 | 4 × 120 V, L5-30, L14-30 |
| Transfer switch ready | Yes, 240 V | Yes, 240 V |
| Full power at 120 V | Yes | Yes |
| Total harmonic distortion | under 23% | - |
| Price per watt | $0.11 | $0.55 |
| Fuel and run time | ||
| Fuel | Gasoline, propane | Gasoline |
| Tank | 4.7 gal | 6.2 gal |
| Run time (gasoline) | 11 hr at 50% load | 9.8 hr at 50% load |
| Run time (propane, 20 lb tank) | 9 hr | - |
| Engine | 274 cc | 389 cc |
| Noise and safety | ||
| Rated noise | 68 dBA | 64 dBA |
| CO shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| CARB compliant | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Starting | Recoil (pull) | Recoil (pull) |
| Wheels | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions | 23.23 x 20.08 x 19.09 in | 41.4 x 27.8 x 30.4 in |
| Weight | 135.6 lb | 215.8 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Released | 2021-09 | 2020-08 |
