PowerShot

Just got this product a couple of days ago and I love it! I look forward to taking it out of the garage and power washing everything within an inch of its life. Easy to use, starts up on the first pull and has tons of pressure. Highly recommended!!

The Legendary Honda Engine can’t be beat. Started right up on the first pull. I decided it was worth the price to get a genuine Honda engine instead of the other Honda clones like CRX or Predator. Honda is no longer making small engines I’ve heard so I had to get my hands on a new one before they are gone for good. The pressure washer itself is also pretty good. I like the AAA Triplex pump and the form factor overall is not too cumbersome. However, I would prefer it if the handle was up a bit higher like the dolly/truck style frames used for the Harbor Freight machines. Some bigger wheels would be nice too. The only real issue I had was the 2/4 nuts holding the engine to the frame came loose on the first use and I found them on the ground later. Just reinstalled and tightened them up and good to go. Still a bit disappointing though. Aside from the small form factor concerns, this pressure washer and engine combo is about as good as you can get in terms of performance and combination of mechanical options. 3300 psi + 2.5 GPM = 8,250 cleaning units. A professional consumer or “prosumer” shouldn’t need any more than 8,000 cleaning units. This machine is perfectly adequate for any pressure washing needs around the house or shop. I recommend getting a 15 in. Kärcher surface cleaner to pair well with this machine when cleaning large, flat hard surfaces.

This is the second power washer I have received in the last 5 days. The previous one was delivered on time, however after starting it up it was not giving me any water pressure. I contact customer support through Amazon, and an Identical power washer was shipped. I received it today. I also contacted SIMPSON Customer support, and was walked through the process of starting up the power washer. I was told i\I did nothing wrong and that the water pump could have been defective, or an "O" ring may have been damaged. It took one pull to start the newest one up, and the pressure is fine. I am grateful to SIMPSON and AMAZON for being attentive to my needs, and getting me the new power washer right away! Its nice to know there are people on the business side who care about their customers. I say this because when you spend the amount of money I did on a power washer, you don't expect it to have any issues. I understand that once in a while things happen. I am forever grateful to both AMAZON and SIMPSON for their EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE!!!

Excellent motor and pump!. Honda engines are flawless performers and the reason I would only choose a pump with a Honda engine. Pump worked fine for the 5 minutes I ran it 9 before winterizing). Would have given 5 stars if it wasn't for the very poor functioning wand holder. Wand balances in holder when no hose is attached, when hose it attached it is totally non-functional. You might as well just place the wand on the ground. For such a well equipped machine with good quality parts it was disappointing to see such a poorly designed wand holder. Also it would be appreciated if handle extensions were offered as an option as the standard handle is very low and difficult for a 6+ foot person to wheel machine around without being hunched over unnecessarily.

Bought an Excel 3100 (from Walmart - Amazon wouldn't deliver to my area) and it blew up in 35 minutes - seriously, 35 minutes! Upgraded to this machine and I am glad did! The Simpson starts easily and runs like a champ. First day out I used it for 6 straight hours, stopping only for fuel (gas for the washer, beer and a sandwich for me) and it never missed a beat. Have used it for a couple of hours on 3 other occasions and ran perfectly every time. It's really more power than I need but really happy I decided to go to the triplex pump and the peace of mind it provides in not having to worry about it failing or wearing out. Plus, I find I can run it with the throttle only midway and still get plenty of power, but with less noise. The low profile is great for storage. Mine seems even lower than what is pictured; the uprights on the handle are not nearly as long as the website shows. There is no way I can hang the coiled hose on the hook because the hose just flops on the ground even if I roll it into a pretty small coil. But it works for me because I can store the unit in a small space under a shelf in my garage. I really would recommend this machine if you have any significant power washing to do. The extra cost is worth it. p.s. If you are anywhere near 6' tall and are cleaning a patio or other ground level surface, get a wand extender to save your back. Like every other stock gun I've had, the wand is way too short to use comfortably - definitely worth the 20 bucks for an extension. Simpson Cleaning 80162 Universal 31-Inch Spray Wand for Cold Water Pressure Washers, 4500 PSI . And if you've got a little more in the budget, I would also really recommend a 50' hose if you are working in an expanded area or just want to get farther from the noise of the engine. Simpson Cleaning 40226 3700 PSI Cold Water Replacement/Extension Hose for Gas and Electric Pressure Washers, 5/16-Inch by 50-Feet (I just realized when I added this link that I bought all Simpson products! It just worked out that way when I searched for the items that got good reviews and met my budget. Really, I don't work for Simpson!)

Have written and updated this four times now and still not showing up in reviews for some reason. Last attempt. I originally posted some comments and described the failure of my machine; withholding full review unit seeing how Simpson supports their products. Now I’m documenting the answer to that… Here is how Simpson pitches this machine: “ The SIMPSON® PowerShot™ Series is designed to meet the rigorous demands of the cleaning pro. Heavy-duty pressure washers with flow and reliability.” They go on to say how this is a great tool for contractors. And this is why I bought this model - though I’m only using it around my home, I wanted a product designed to provide long lasting performance, reliability and durability. Well, friends - this isn’t it. After only two years my pressure washer pump has failed; it has water leaking into the pump oil and Simpson Customer Service informed me it’s caused by a leaking seal or piston issue - and these are wear items so they won’t cover it. The rigorous demands of the cleaning pro is interpreted to mean wearing out after two years is acceptable. I’m a mechanical engineer and worked for 30 years in the HD diesel engine industry so I am familiar with mechanical products, duty cycles and wear. This product failing at two years is “premature wear” especially in light of the relatively light duty cycle it’s experienced. Contractors could not afford to spend money on a product that fails in two years. So if you’re considering a purchase I recommend you save some money and opt for one of the many lower priced options available. I’ve been using a good number of tools from Harbor Freight as of late with good results. Lower priced and performing well —————————————————————— Original post: I bought this two years ago and it’s performed well, but yesterday I looked at the sight glass to check pump oil and couldn’t see anything; the glass looked white. So this morning I drained the pump oil and it came out milky white as shown. My understanding is this means water has gotten into the pump mechanism and based on the color and froth - especially after sitting overnight - I don’t think this could be from a little internal condensation, but from a bad seal in the pump. I imagine this would quickly cause damage to the pump, too, so assume warranty service is at minimum a complete rebuild or replacement of pump. I’ve drained and replaced the oil before and it was fine. I emailed customer support this morning on how to obtain warranty service as this should have a 5-year warranty on the pump. I will revisit review after seeing how they respond. Coincidentally - this afternoon I am due to receive a new pump for my old Excell pressure washer with Honda engine. Engine is still fine and pump gave out after more than a decade. And it was an oil-less pump so never had to service it. So by tomorrow sometime I should have that one back up and running with an upgraded pump.

2024: I've had this model since 2013 now. Little to no issues other than a sticky piston valve assembly which is common and is an easy fix once you know that's the cause of little water pressure. Some summers I use it, some I don't at all and it starts right up thanks to the Honda engine. I may go 2-3 yrs not using it. The pump still is working strong. There is a reason Simpson still sells this SAME model and uses the SAME parts a decade later. I should change the oil regularly but honestly as much as this washer sits and isn't routinely maintained it's amazingly reliable. I should dump the fuel out as well this year. Mental note to change the oil in the next month though. You don't need more than 3k-3500psi. The GX engine and AAA pump is the right combination. Honda's GX is always the better way to go whether it's on a mower or generator. The hose I upgraded to at the time of purchase is still in service with no issues and believe it or not the QD connectors are still good. Did spray one with wd-40 today because it was sticky and wouldn't snap on. Anyone having issues that I saw came from shipping but that happens and that's not a manuf. fault or the seller. Carriers all suck typically. --------- First Review: This was a replacement for a lessor HP/ PSI consumer model that I owned for 10 yrs or so (craftsman). Like many people I did a lot of research and it eventually came down to Simpson and Generac. I chose this Simpson model because of its features, engine and pump quality. I did upgrade to a Simpson 50ft hose (MH5038QC) and QD connectors for the hose and wand. This model is similar to the Dewalt DXPW3228 but at a substantial savings in price. Simpson makes many (if not all) of Dewalt's pressure washers. I used that money to purchase the hose and still saved $200 (minus local taxes had I purchased in a store). The price for this unit on Amazon cannot be beat and you will not find a lower price (I looked everywhere). This is a unit that will serve many purposes from general household uses to vehicle cleaning, etc. If you are going to be cleaning your driveway, porch and walkways...purchase a cylindrical surface cleaner like the EZ Clean AEZ31023. This single attachment is THE most useful tool for cleaning concrete!! I can't stress this enough after not using one for years it made my life so much easier and saved me a lot of time. My unit came shipped with everything with no missing parts, no damage, etc. The directions are very easy to understand/ follow and are authored for the inexperienced user. Setup was easy...just add the included oil and your fuel and off you go. The engine was quieter than my previous Briggs & Stratton. Honda engines are good quality and generally are more quiet than others. Pressure washer engines in general though aren't quiet so don't expect this one to be any different. I'm not sure why people complain about the noise....it's an engine, it makes noise. I only know of a few generator engines that are quiet but they are $1600 and up so you pay for the noise reduction. This unit has the GX engine which is better than the GC. It has a triplex pump which will last the average homeowner a really long time if taken care of (meaning in the winter or when storing for a long time, use pump saver like the Briggs & Stratton 6039 can). It utilizes the most common connectors and parts so finding them will be easy. You can always cross reference with the Dewalt model if you have problems finding them. Enjoy your pressure washer!

Just jumping into the PWing world. I chose Simpson after some web research and I do not regret it. This thing is amazing. Runs a solid 2hrs on one tank of gas. A month plus in and ZERO malfunctions or troubles. Do wish the handle for the unit was higher, but that’s it. Right about 10 homes so far done with washing fences prior to staining, and many more to come. Will likely gift to my son and upgrade to a bigger/higher pressure unit at the end of the year. Don’t hesitate just hit that add to cart or buy now button.

Awesome machine. Starts with a single pull (Love Honda engines). Tons of power. Well built... looks extremely durable. All connections are easy to get at, and have solid quality brass fittings. Worth the money.

Bought a Pressure washer, had a couple of issues with damage from postage but was sorted out very swiftly by management, overall happy with the product and service.

Super potente, realmente excepcional

Me gusto la potencia y fácil de operar , no me gusto : motor un tanto ruidoso y la manguera es corta

I have only used it a couple of times and it is impressive. I have many projects aligned for the warmer weather. If you use the narrower nozzle it digs in concrete. Hope the Honda GX will hold up to its reputation. Only little detail is that it backfires when you throttle off, which is an indication of a too small pilot jet. I will have to check if they are changeable and if so, I will change it.