AR Blue Clean AR390SS
#9 in ElectricFull review
A strong all round 2000 PSI washer with extra flow and a long hose for houses and driveways. Buy direct from AR Blue Clean.
AR Blue Clean $228$228
The AR Blue Clean AR390SS is the better pressure washer overall, rated 3.3 to 3.0. The AR Blue Clean AR390SS leads on cleaning power and hose. The Craftsman CMEPW1900 wins on warranty. The Craftsman CMEPW1900 costs $39 less ($189 vs $228).
Craftsman CMEPW1900
#15 in ElectricFull review
A well organized, certified 1900 PSI washer for cars, decks and patios. Similar money buys 2000 PSI elsewhere.
Amazon $189$189
Prices were last checked October 31, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the AR Blue Clean AR390SS for cleaning power (2,800 cleaning units (2,000 PSI x 1.4 GPM) vs 2,280 cleaning units (1,900 PSI x 1.2 GPM)) and hose (30 ft hose vs 25 ft hose).
- Choose the Craftsman CMEPW1900 for warranty (3-year warranty vs 2-year warranty).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every electric pressure washer; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | AR Blue Clean AR390SS | Craftsman CMEPW1900 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 35% | 53 $81.43 per 1,000 cleaning units ($228, 2,800) | 52 $82.89 per 1,000 cleaning units ($189, 2,280) |
| Cleaning power 30% | 67 2,800 cleaning units (2,000 PSI x 1.4 GPM) | 32 2,280 cleaning units (1,900 PSI x 1.2 GPM) |
| Hose 10% | 67 30 ft hose | 33 25 ft hose |
| Warranty 25% | 25 2-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| AR Blue Clean AR390SS | Craftsman CMEPW1900 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cleaning | ||
| Pressure | 2,000 PSI | 1,900 PSI |
| Flow | 1.4 GPM | 1.2 GPM |
| Cleaning units | 2,800 | 2,280 |
| Nozzles included | 4 | 3 |
| Detergent | Onboard tank | Onboard tank |
| Power | ||
| Power | Electric | Electric |
| Engine or motor | 14 A | 13 A |
| Pump | Axial cam | - |
| Total stop | Yes | - |
| Build | ||
| Hose | 30 ft | 25 ft |
| Power cord | 35 ft | 35 ft |
| Weight | - | 29.2 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years |
| Released | - | 2020-09-15 |