A strong value for homeowners who clean driveways, siding and decks a few times a year, backed by a longer warranty than most rivals at this price.
Amazon $349
A low cost gas washer with a long hose for homeowners who clean a few times a year. Judge it as a 3000 PSI machine, not the 3800 PSI in the title.
- 3,000 PSIPressure
- 2.5 GPMFlow
- 35 ftHose
- 2 yearsWarranty
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- 35 ft hose is long for a washer at this price
- PWMA certified output, so the rating is checked to an industry standard
- Soap tank, metal wand and five tips included
- Sold as 3800 PSI, but PowerSmart rates it at 3000 PSI
- Only a 2 year warranty
How it scores
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Specifications
| Model number | DL1038A |
|---|---|
| Cleaning | |
| Pressure | 3,000 PSI |
| Flow | 2.5 GPM |
| Cleaning units | 7,500 |
| Nozzles included | 5 |
| Detergent | Onboard tank |
| Power | |
| Power | Gas |
| Engine or motor | 212 cc (UP170B) |
| Pump | Axial cam |
| Build | |
| Hose | 35 ft |
| Weight | 60.4 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years |
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Amazon $529For pressure washing businesses and farms that run a washer for hours at a time. Homeowners get far better value from a 3,000 to 3,600 PSI model.
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