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Westinghouse iGen5000DFc Generator vs FlexPower 4500ies Quiet Inverter Generator with Electric Start

Buy the Westinghouse iGen5000DFc if you want dual-fuel flexibility, remote start, or more running watts. Buy the FlexPower 4500ies if you want a lighter, cheaper gasoline-only unit with a bigger tank. As of November 5, 2026, the Westinghouse is $999.00 at Best Buy and the FlexPower is $849.00 at FactoryPure.

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Westinghouse
Westinghouse iGen5000DFc Remote Electric Start 5000-Watt Dual Fuel Inverter Generator

Westinghouse iGen5000DFc Generator

Westinghouse iGen5000DFc Remote Electric Start 5000-Watt Dual Fuel Inverter Generator

4.7· 9,502 ratings
$999.00
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Choose the Westinghouse iGen5000DFc if you need propane backup, key-fob remote start, or 3,900 running watts on gas.

Pros
  • Runs on propane when gas is scarce.
  • Remote key-fob start is handy in bad weather.
  • 3,900 running watts beats the FlexPower by 300 W.
  • CO sensor shuts the unit down automatically.
  • Under 3% THD is safe for electronics.
Cons
  • 105.8 lb is heavy to lift into a truck.
  • Costs $150 more than the FlexPower.
  • Propane cuts output to 3,500 running watts.
  • Parallel kit is sold separately.
FlexPower
FlexPower 4500ies Quiet Inverter Generator with Electric Start

FlexPower 4500ies Quiet Inverter Generator with Electric Start

4.8· 44 ratings
$849.00at FactoryPureObserved at 11:35 AM
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Choose the FlexPower 4500ies if you want to save $150 and carry 24 fewer pounds, and gasoline-only power is fine.

Pros
  • $849.00 at FactoryPure as of November 5, 2026.
  • 82 lb is 24 lb lighter than the Westinghouse.
  • Electric start plus recoil backup.
  • Telescoping handle and wheels for moving.
  • Parallel ready out of the box.
Cons
  • Gasoline only, no propane option.
  • No remote start.
  • Under 63 dB is louder than the Westinghouse's 52 dBA.
  • Only 44 ratings, so the 4.8 score rests on thin data.

What separates them

Westinghouse iGen5000DFc GeneratorFlexPower 4500ies Quiet Inverter Generator with Electric Start
FuelGasoline or propaneGasoline only
Running watts (gas)3,900 W3,600 W
Peak watts (gas)5,000 W4,500 W
Weight105.8 lb82 lb
NoiseAs low as 52 dBAUnder 63 dB
StartRemote key fob and push buttonElectric and recoil
Fuel tank3.4 gal7 L (about 1.85 gal)
Price$999.00 at Best Buy as of November 5, 2026$849.00 at FactoryPure as of November 5, 2026

Price history

$999.00$849.00
Nov 2Nov 5
  • Westinghouse iGen5000DFc Generator: lowest $999.00 on Nov 5 at Best Buy.
  • FlexPower 4500ies Quiet Inverter Generator with Electric Start: lowest $849.00 on Nov 2 at Flex Power; $849.00 on Nov 5.

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Westinghouse iGen5000DFc Generator

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    $999.00Free shippingObserved at 11:35 AM
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  • Home DepotNew

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  • Ferguson HomeNew

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    $999.00+ $70.00 shippingObserved at 11:35 AM
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    $999.00+ $300.00 shippingObserved at 11:35 AM
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FlexPower 4500ies Quiet Inverter Generator with Electric Start

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    $849.00Observed at 11:42 AM
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Specs compared

SpecWestinghouse iGen5000DFc GeneratorFlexPower 4500ies Quiet Inverter Generator with Electric Start
Engine displacement224 cc224cc
Noise levelas low as 52 dBA<63 Decibels
Weight105.8 lb.82.00 lb
Inverter TechnologyYesYes
Fuel TypeDual Fuel, GasolineGasoline
Fuel Capacity3.4 gal7 L
Continuous Output3900 running watts3600 W
Power Output5000 peak watts3600 W
Voltage120V120V
Peak Output5000 peak watts4500 W
Starting MethodRemote start, Push button startElectric start
Efficiency30% to 50% higher fuel efficiency than a tradit…Eco-mode for energy saving
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SpecWestinghouse iGen5000DFc GeneratorFlexPower 4500ies Quiet Inverter Generator with Electric Start
Frequency60 Hz60Hz
ProtectionOverload protectionOverload indicators
Connectivity PortsRV Ready TT-30R outlet30A RV receptacle
Number Of Outlets55 (4 AC 120V, 1 30A RV Receptacle)
Receptacle TypeTT-30R30A RV Receptacle
Depth24.5 in23.81 in
Height20 in22.04 in
Width17.5 in12.59 in
Peak watts gas5000—

What reviewers say

Westinghouse iGen5000DFc Generator

  • 4.7 / 59,502 ratings

With 4.7 out of 5 from 9,502 ratings, owners mostly report easy starting, quiet running and clean power for electronics. Complaints center on weight and on propane output being lower than the gas rating.

What people mention
  • StartingPraisedOwners say the remote fob and push button start fire it up on the first try.
  • NoisePraisedReviewers find it quiet at light loads, suitable for campground use.
  • Power qualityPraisedUnder 3% THD is cited as safe for laptops, TVs and phones.
  • WeightCriticisedAt about 106 lb, owners say it takes two people or the wheels to move it far.

FlexPower 4500ies Quiet Inverter Generator with Electric Start

  • 4.8 / 544 ratings

Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 44 ratings, owners mostly praise the quiet running and easy electric start. The common complaints center on weight and fuel stops.

Pros
  • Very quiet at camp, even under load
  • Electric start fires up reliably
  • RV outlet works with a standard 30A cord
  • Eco-mode stretches fuel on light loads
Cons
  • Heavy to move without help
  • Small tank runs dry quickly with big loads
  • No remote start

Questions and answers

Which is better for RV use?
Both have a 30A RV receptacle. The Westinghouse gives 3,900 running watts on gas and can run on propane; the FlexPower gives 3,600 W and is 24 lb lighter to load.
Is the Westinghouse worth $150 more?
Yes if you want propane, remote start, or quieter running. If you only burn gas and move it often, the FlexPower at $849.00 saves money and weight.
Which is quieter?
The Westinghouse, rated as low as 52 dBA. The FlexPower is rated under 63 dB, roughly ten times the sound power at the top of its range.
Which runs longer on a tank?
The Westinghouse claims up to 18 hours at 25% load on 3.4 gal. FlexPower does not publish a runtime, and its 7 L tank is about half the size.
Can either run sensitive electronics?
Both use inverter technology. The Westinghouse states under 3% THD; FlexPower does not publish a THD figure.
Which lasts longer?
Both use a 224 cc OHV engine. The Westinghouse backs it with a 3-year limited warranty; FlexPower's warranty terms are not stated in the listing.

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Rated watts gas
3900
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Peak watts propane4500—
Rated watts propane3500—
Run timeup to 18 hours at 25% load—
Fuel tank capacity3.4 gallon—
Total harmonic distortionless than 3%—
Start typeRemote start key fob and push button start—
CO SensorYes—
Low Oil ShutdownYes—
Overload ProtectionYes—
Automatic Shut OffYes (Automatic Low Oil and Carbon Monoxide (CO)…—
Fuel GaugeYes—
RuntimeUp to 18-hours (on a 3.4 Gal. gas tank)—
Auto Idle Control—Eco-mode for energy saving
Electric Start—Yes
Recoil Start—Yes
Engine Type—OHV