Simpson Clean Machine 2900 PSI
#15 in GasFull review
A cheap, light gas washer for occasional deck and patio cleaning. Buyers who wash a lot of concrete will want more flow and a longer warranty.
Amazon $278.74$278.74
2.8/5
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.
- 3,500 PSIPressure
- 2.5 GPMFlow
- 25 ftHose
- 2 yearsWarranty
Check price at Amazon$618
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Honda GX200 engine starts easily and is widely serviced
- Adjustable unloader lets you turn pressure down for softer surfaces
- Costs less than the PS3228 while rating 200 PSI higher
Cons
- Simpson lists both a triplex and an axial pump for it, so check the pump before you buy
- The pump warranty is 2 years, shorter than the PS3228’s 5
- Only a 25 ft hose
How it scores
The rating comes from 4 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its power source. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | PS61002-S |
|---|---|
| Cleaning | |
| Pressure | 3,500 PSI |
| Flow | 2.5 GPM |
| Cleaning units | 8,750 |
| Nozzles included | 5 |
| Power | |
| Power | Gas |
| Engine or motor | 196 cc (Honda GX200) |
| Pump | Triplex plunger |
| CARB compliant | No |
| Build | |
| Hose | 25 ft |
| Weight | 74 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years |
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