A large dual-fuel generator with remote start and a 50 A outlet for home backup through a transfer switch at a low price per watt. Buyers who want longer run time per tank should look at the 9.5 gal WGen10500DFc.
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Every Westinghouse WGen9500 model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own size.
| Model | Running / starting | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westinghouse WGen9500DFc (this one) | 9,500 / 12,500 W | 4.2/5 | $1,049 |
| Westinghouse WGen9500TFc | 9,500 / 12,500 W | 4.3/5 | $1,149 |
The rating comes from 7 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its size. How we rank explains each one.
| Model number | WGen9500DFc (part 9523) |
|---|---|
| Output | |
| Gasoline | 9,500 W running, 12,500 W starting |
| Propane | 8,500 W running, 11,200 W starting |
| Outlets | 4 × 120 V, L14-30, 14-50 |
| Transfer switch ready | Yes, 240 V |
| Full power at 120 V | No |
| Total harmonic distortion | under 23% |
| Price per watt | $0.11 |
| Fuel and run time | |
| Fuel | Gasoline, propane |
| Tank | 6.6 gal |
| Run time (gasoline) | 8 hr at 50% load |
| Run time (propane, 20 lb tank) | 7 hr |
| Engine | 457 cc |
| Noise and safety | |
| Rated noise | 74 dBA |
| CO shutoff | Yes |
| CARB compliant | No |
| Build | |
| Starting | Remote, electric and recoil |
| Wheels | Yes |
| Dimensions | 27.2 x 26.1 x 26.5 in |
| Weight | 212.1 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Released | 2021-12 |
A large tri-fuel generator for whole-home backup on a natural gas line, where it can run for days. Less suited to gasoline-only use, where it burns through a tank quickly.
Amazon $1,259.99A large tri-fuel generator with fuel injection for whole-home backup, and the version to buy in California. Elsewhere the carbureted GP9500E does the same job for less.
Amazon $1,399A large dual-fuel generator for backing up most of a home, central air included, through a transfer switch. Its 14-50R also suits 50 A RV owners.
Amazon $1,159Compare the Westinghouse WGen9500DFc with any other portable generator →
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