Westinghouse WPX3800
#3 in GasFull review
For big properties and frequent users who want near contractor flow for less than a Honda powered Simpson.
Amazon $737.63$737.63
The Westinghouse WPX3800 is the better pressure washer overall, rated 4.0 to 2.8. The Westinghouse WPX3800 leads on cleaning power, value and hose. The Simpson PowerShot 3500 PSI costs $119.63 less ($618 vs $737.63).
Simpson PowerShot 3500 PSI
#17 in GasFull review
A Honda powered washer for frequent home use at a lower price than the PS3228. Buyers who want the 5 year triplex pump coverage should pick the PS3228.
Amazon $618$618
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 Westinghouse WPX3800 for cleaning power (13,680 cleaning units (3,800 PSI x 3.6 GPM) vs 8,750 cleaning units (3,500 PSI x 2.5 GPM)), value ($53.92 per 1,000 cleaning units ($737.63, 13,680) vs $70.63 per 1,000 cleaning units ($618, 8,750)) and hose (35 ft hose vs 25 ft hose).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every gas pressure washer; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Westinghouse WPX3800 | Simpson PowerShot 3500 PSI |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 35% | 54 $53.92 per 1,000 cleaning units ($737.63, 13,680) | 26 $70.63 per 1,000 cleaning units ($618, 8,750) |
| Cleaning power 30% | 100 13,680 cleaning units (3,800 PSI x 3.6 GPM) | 62 8,750 cleaning units (3,500 PSI x 2.5 GPM) |
| Hose 10% | 100 35 ft hose | 33 25 ft hose |
| Warranty 25% | 50 3-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Westinghouse WPX3800 | Simpson PowerShot 3500 PSI | |
|---|---|---|
| Cleaning | ||
| Pressure | 3,800 PSI | 3,500 PSI |
| Flow | 3.6 GPM | 2.5 GPM |
| Cleaning units | 13,680 | 8,750 |
| Nozzles included | 5 | 5 |
| Detergent | Onboard tank | - |
| Power | ||
| Power | Gas | Gas |
| Engine or motor | 274 cc (Westinghouse OHV) | 196 cc (Honda GX200) |
| Pump | Triplex plunger | Triplex plunger |
| CARB compliant | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Hose | 35 ft | 25 ft |
| Weight | 91 lb | 74 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |