not available
Popular Mechanics' best overall and Pro Tool Reviews' best 3,000-PSI washer: a Honda GX200 engine and AAA triplex pump on a welded steel frame, with the most pressure and flow in this group. It weighs 77 lb, has no detergent tank, and isn't sold in California.
Top complaints
- Very heavy
77 lb because of the gas engine; Popular Mechanics warns about loading it into a vehicle.
Source: Popular Mechanics - Oil leaks and flimsy parts for some buyers
This Old House's summary of buyer reviews of the Simpson PowerShot gas washer mentions oil leaks, poor packaging, flimsy parts and units arriving with a fuel smell or residual oil, though owners praised customer service.
- No detergent tank, not in California
Popular Mechanics lists both as cons.
Source: Popular Mechanics
What owners love
- Top pressure and flow
3,300 PSI and 2.5 GPM, top of Popular Mechanics' charts; CETA-certified (Pro Tool Reviews).
Source: Popular Mechanics, Pro Tool Reviews - Commercial-grade parts
Honda GX200 engine and AAA triplex pump; Pro Tool Reviews found no significant drawbacks and calls it excellent value. Warranty is 3 years on the engine and 5 on the pump.
Source: Pro Tool Reviews, Popular Mechanics - Rolls over rough ground
Welded steel frame on 10-inch wheels that help mobility on uneven ground (Popular Mechanics).
Source: Popular Mechanics
- You live in California
- You need to lift it often (77 lb)
- You want onboard soap
- Big properties and heavy grime
- Buyers who want pro-grade engine and pump
- Using a surface cleaner on driveways
Scores (tap for why)
What experts say
- Popular Mechanics: Best overall: power, mobility and rugged durability for serious cleaning; cons are no detergent tank and no California sales.
- Pro Tool Reviews: Best 3000 PSI: pro-grade Honda engine and AAA triplex pump at an excellent price; no significant drawbacks.