The Westinghouse WGen3600DFc is the better portable generator overall, rated 4.1 to 3.7. The Westinghouse WGen3600DFc leads on fuel options and starting. The Westinghouse WGen3600cv wins on value. The Westinghouse WGen3600cv costs $150 less ($349 vs $499).
A small dual-fuel generator with remote start for an RV or for a fridge, lights and a sump pump in an outage. Worth the step up from the pull-start WGen3600DFcv if you want to start it from indoors.
Amazon $499A low-cost gasoline generator for a travel trailer or a few essentials in an outage. Best for RV owners and light home backup where a 120 V outlet is enough.
Amazon $349Prices 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 small portable generator; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Westinghouse WGen3600DFc | Westinghouse WGen3600cv |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 85 $0.14 per running watt | 100 $0.10 per running watt |
| Run time 15% | 65 10.5 hours on a tank at 50% load | 65 10.5 hours on a tank at 50% load |
| Fuel options 15% | 70 gasoline or propane | 0 gasoline only |
| Home hookup 15% | 40 120 V 30 A outlet only (no 240 V) | 40 120 V 30 A outlet only (no 240 V) |
| 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% | 100 electric start with a remote fob or app | 0 pull start only |
| Westinghouse WGen3600DFc | Westinghouse WGen3600cv | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Gasoline | 3,600 W running, 4,650 W starting | 3,600 W running, 4,650 W starting |
| Propane | 3,240 W running, 4,180 W starting | - |
| Outlets | 2 × 120 V, TT-30 (RV), L5-30 | 2 × 120 V, TT-30 (RV), L5-30 |
| Transfer switch ready | 120 V only (L5-30) | 120 V only (L5-30) |
| Total harmonic distortion | under 23% | under 23% |
| Price per watt | $0.14 | $0.10 |
| Fuel and run time | ||
| Fuel | Gasoline, propane | Gasoline |
| Tank | 4 gal | 4 gal |
| Run time (gasoline) | 10.5 hr at 50% load | 10.5 hr at 50% load |
| Run time (propane, 20 lb tank) | 14 hr | - |
| Engine | 212 cc | 212 cc |
| Noise and safety | ||
| Rated noise | 68 dBA | 68 dBA |
| CO shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| CARB compliant | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Starting | Remote, electric and recoil | Recoil (pull) |
| Wheels | Yes | No |
| Dimensions | 23.3 x 22.8 x 21.3 in | 23.3 x 17.5 x 18.7 in |
| Weight | 121.1 lb | 100.6 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Released | 2022-05 | 2021-09 |
