Pulsar G15KTN
#20 in LargeFull review
A large tri-fuel generator for whole-house backup through a 50 A transfer switch at a mid-range price, though Pulsar publishes few of its specs.
Amazon $1,299$1,299
The Pulsar G15KTN and the Westinghouse WGen14500TFc are evenly matched, rated 4.0 and 4.0. The Pulsar G15KTN leads on value. The Westinghouse WGen14500TFc wins on starting. The Pulsar G15KTN costs $1,400 less ($1,299 vs $2,699).
Westinghouse WGen14500TFc
#21 in LargeFull review
A very large tri-fuel generator for running a whole house, central air included, through a 50 A transfer switch. Best for homeowners with a natural gas line who want standby-like power without a permanent install.
Amazon $2,699$2,699
Prices 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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Pulsar G15KTN for value ($0.11 per running watt vs $0.19 per running watt).
- Choose the Westinghouse WGen14500TFc for starting (electric start with a remote fob or app vs push-button electric start).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every large portable generator; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Pulsar G15KTN | Westinghouse WGen14500TFc |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 83 $0.11 per running watt | 38 $0.19 per running watt |
| Run time 15% | 50 run time not published (neutral score used) | 50 9 hours on a tank at 50% load |
| Fuel options 15% | 100 gasoline, propane or natural gas | 100 gasoline, propane or natural gas |
| Home hookup 15% | 50 outlets not stated (neutral score used) | 100 240 V outlet for a transfer switch |
| CO safety 10% | 50 CO shutoff not stated (neutral score used) | 100 shuts off when carbon monoxide builds up |
| Warranty 10% | 67 3-year warranty | 67 3-year warranty |
| Starting 5% | 80 push-button electric start | 100 electric start with a remote fob or app |
Specifications
| Pulsar G15KTN | Westinghouse WGen14500TFc | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Gasoline | 12,000 W running, 15,000 W starting | 14,500 W running, 18,000 W starting |
| Propane | - | 13,000 W running, 16,000 W starting |
| Natural gas | - | 11,600 W running, 14,400 W starting |
| Outlets | 2 × 120 V | 4 × 120 V, L5-30, L14-30, 14-50, USB |
| Transfer switch ready | - | Yes, 240 V |
| Full power at 120 V | - | No |
| Total harmonic distortion | - | under 5% |
| Price per watt | $0.11 | $0.19 |
| Fuel and run time | ||
| Fuel | Gasoline, propane, natural gas | Gasoline, propane, natural gas |
| Tank | - | 10.5 gal |
| Run time (gasoline) | - | 9 hr at 50% load |
| Run time (propane, 20 lb tank) | - | 4 hr |
| Engine | 550 cc | 713 cc |
| Noise and safety | ||
| Rated noise | - | 74 dBA |
| CO shutoff | - | Yes |
| CARB compliant | - | No |
| Build | ||
| Starting | Electric and recoil | Remote, electric and recoil |
| Wheels | - | Yes |
| Dimensions | 33.7 x 24.8 x 24.6 in | 30.3 x 34.9 x 34.3 in |
| Weight | 242.6 lb | 348.3 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Released | - | 2024-06 |