Just used ours this morning. Woke up to no power as a storm was rolling thru, we started the generator and brewed some fresh coffee. We have been full-time for 5 years and have used ours often. Some also use it while driving to run the heat or A/C because of temperatures. We have used it at rest areas to use the microwave to heat leftovers for our lunch, or make a fresh pot of coffee before heading out again. We also can plug in and charge our mifi hotspot and computers to charge and use them when power is out. Wouldn't be without one.