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 Sun Joe SPX3000 wins on value. The Sun Joe SPX3000 costs $59 less ($169 vs $228).
Sun Joe SPX3000
#17 in ElectricFull review
A long selling budget washer for cars, patios and decks, with two soap tanks for switching cleaners. Pick a model with a longer hose if you clean large areas.
Amazon $169$169
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 2,436 cleaning units (2,030 PSI x 1.2 GPM)) and hose (30 ft hose vs 20 ft hose).
- Choose the Sun Joe SPX3000 for value ($69.38 per 1,000 cleaning units ($169, 2,436) vs $81.43 per 1,000 cleaning units ($228, 2,800)).
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 | Sun Joe SPX3000 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 35% | 53 $81.43 per 1,000 cleaning units ($228, 2,800) | 66 $69.38 per 1,000 cleaning units ($169, 2,436) |
| Cleaning power 30% | 67 2,800 cleaning units (2,000 PSI x 1.4 GPM) | 42 2,436 cleaning units (2,030 PSI x 1.2 GPM) |
| Hose 10% | 67 30 ft hose | 0 20 ft hose |
| Warranty 25% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| AR Blue Clean AR390SS | Sun Joe SPX3000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cleaning | ||
| Pressure | 2,000 PSI | 2,030 PSI |
| Flow | 1.4 GPM | 1.2 GPM |
| Cleaning units | 2,800 | 2,436 |
| Nozzles included | 4 | 5 |
| Detergent | Onboard tank | Onboard tank |
| Power | ||
| Power | Electric | Electric |
| Engine or motor | 14 A | - |
| Pump | Axial cam | - |
| Total stop | Yes | - |
| Build | ||
| Hose | 30 ft | 20 ft |
| Power cord | 35 ft | - |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |