The catch
Westinghouse ePX3100v Electric Pressure Washer
Documented working flow is lower.
Side by side
Westinghouse ePX3100v vs Active 2.0: Active gives up pressure for flow at its detailing operating point
Quick verdict
At 1800 rated PSI, the ePX3100v leans toward compact general-purpose cleaning. Active 2.0 puts 2 GPM at 1000 PSI first, for a rinsing and detailing setup with higher flow.
Before you buy
Why, and what it costs you
More water flow is no sign of more pressure
A lower documented pressure comes with Active's flow advantage.
Where this comes from
At each model's stated working point, 2 versus 1.2 GPM works out to about 67 percent more water, and 1000 versus 1800 PSI means lower pressure. It is not a like-for-like nozzle test.
The catch
Active 2.0 Electric Pressure Washer
A dedicated 15A supply is required.
Westinghouse ePX3100v Electric Pressure Washer
- Why pick it
- You want a small washer for household surfaces now and then.
- Pressure rated higher and the turbo tip in the box count for more to you than flow.
- The catch
- Documented working flow is lower.
Active 2.0 Electric Pressure Washer
- Why pick it
- You rinse vehicles often and want more water at the documented operating point.
- A dedicated 15A circuit and the recommended water feed are both available to you.
- The catch
- A dedicated 15A supply is required.
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What this page compares
ePX3100v and Active 2.0 compared on rated pressure, rinsing flow, included tips, pump design and circuit requirements, for car care and small jobs.
At 1800 rated PSI, the ePX3100v leans toward compact general-purpose cleaning. Active 2.0 puts 2 GPM at 1000 PSI first, for a rinsing and detailing setup with higher flow.
Which one fits
Pick the situations that sound like you
2 GPM or more at the specified working point
ePX3100v is rated at 1.2 GPM, while Active documents 2 GPM at 1000 PSI.
- Westinghouse ePX3100v Electric Pressure Washer
- Not suitable
- Active 2.0 Electric Pressure Washer
- Better fit
A turbo tip has to be included
Fan nozzles, not a turbo tip, are in the listed Active full kit.
- Westinghouse ePX3100v Electric Pressure Washer
- Better fit
- Active 2.0 Electric Pressure Washer
- Not suitable
The purchase needs commercial-use warranty coverage
Active 2.0 excludes commercial coverage, and Westinghouse lists a limited one.
- Westinghouse ePX3100v Electric Pressure Washer
- Depends
- Active 2.0 Electric Pressure Washer
- Not suitable
You want a washer that uses no fuel
Mains electricity powers both.
- Westinghouse ePX3100v Electric Pressure Washer
- Similar
- Active 2.0 Electric Pressure Washer
- Similar
In practice
Differences you will notice
More water flow is no sign of more pressure
A lower documented pressure comes with Active's flow advantage.
How we worked this out
At each model's stated working point, 2 versus 1.2 GPM works out to about 67 percent more water, and 1000 versus 1800 PSI means lower pressure. It is not a like-for-like nozzle test.
Ten minutes with the trigger on take different amounts of water
The stated working rates give 12 gallons and 20 gallons.
How we worked this out
Multiplying flow by ten minutes gives 2 x 10 = 20 and 1.2 x 10 = 12. Actual use depends on nozzle, supply and trigger time.
Using it commercially changes which warranty fits
For a paid-use purchase, Active 2.0's residential warranty is a hard limit.
How we worked this out
Westinghouse lists one-year limited commercial coverage, though its exclusions still need checking. Active explicitly excludes commercial use.
Option A
Westinghouse, ePX3100v
ePX3100v Electric Pressure Washer
Small electric washer with a carry handle and a detachable foam cannon. It is made for quick cleaning of vehicles, patio furniture and the house in general.
- Best for
- carrying a washer around for small jobs
Facts we checked
- The rated output is 1800 PSI at 1.2 GPM.
- Dry, it weighs 17.6 lb.
- Included are a detachable foam cannon and tips of 15-degree, 25-degree and turbo.
- Releasing the trigger makes the Total Stop System stop the pump.
Option B
Active, Active 2.0 / SE01
Active 2.0 Electric Pressure Washer
Compact and high-flow, this detailing unit has a five-piston pump and standard hardware that accepts common accessories. It is meant for foaming and rinsing. A high headline pressure figure is not its aim.
- Best for
- Car-detailing enthusiasts who use foam cannons
Facts we checked
- A specified operating point of 2.0 GPM at 1000 PSI
- A patented five-piston pump on a 15-amp, 120-volt electric input
- Common quick-connect accessory architecture on a 20-foot steel-braided rubber hose
Spec by spec
Where they really differ
| Spec | Westinghouse ePX3100v Electric Pressure Washer | Active 2.0 Electric Pressure Washer | In practice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Documented working point | 1800 PSI at 1.2 GPM | 1000 PSI at 2 GPM | The pressure-and-flow balance each one stresses is different. |
| Pump | Axial cam | Five-piston Pro pump | Internally the designs are different, but that alone does not prove service life. |
| Included spray tips | 15-degree, 25-degree and turbo | 0-degree, 15-degree, 25-degree and 40-degree | ePX3100v includes a rotating turbo tip, and Active includes a wider fan. |
| Electrical requirement | 13A motor | Dedicated 15A circuit specified | Before assuming Active's output is available in every garage, check the circuit. |
| Published limited warranty | Three-year residential, one-year commercial | Two-year residential, commercial excluded | If the washer is going to earn money, warranty scope matters. |
Trade-offs
What each pick costs you
With Westinghouse ePX3100v Electric Pressure Washer
- The listed set has no wide 40-degree tip.
With Active 2.0 Electric Pressure Washer
- The residential warranty rules out commercial use.
Change of plan
When the answer changes
With frequent car rinsing, documented flow comes first
Go with Active 2.0 Electric Pressure Washer. The higher-flow operating point comes from Active.
The included turbo tip is what you want for suitable hard surfaces
Go with Westinghouse ePX3100v Electric Pressure Washer. The named kit of ePX3100v contains it.
There is no appropriate electricity or water feed at the work site
Neither model fits. Without the required supply, neither should be chosen.
Decision guide
How to decide
The ePX3100v suits compact, general-purpose cleaning at 1800 rated PSI. Active 2.0 is built around 2 GPM at 1000 PSI, for a rinsing and detailing setup with higher flow.
When detailing is the routine
Rinse flow can be the draw with Active, given its documented 2 GPM operating point. Allow for the circuit and feed requirements, and use suitable fan tips and distance on paint.
For patio furniture and the odd surface
Intermittent household work can suit the small body and included turbo tip of the ePX3100v. A turbo tip is aggressive, so it shouldn't be your default attachment on a vehicle.
Living with it after the first wash
Look at accessory connections, hose needs and warranty terms for the exact bundle you are considering. Because the Active package can vary, check the accessory list for the full kit against the seller's listing.
What this page can’t tell you
- Published working points at different pressures feed the flow calculations. They can't predict cleaning speed or a safe pressure for every surface.
By the numbers
What the data shows
What we found across the pressure washers we compare, plus the checked facts behind each finding.
How many fit
Only 3 of the 28 models checked meet every need here: “Cars and motorcycles are mostly what I wash”, “Quick rinsing is my priority”, “Room for storage is limited”, and “Simple plug-in use suits me”.
3 models fit, out of 28 checkedShow the facts and the math
How we countedThe count uses each product's current fit ratings for “Cars and motorcycles are mostly what I wash”, “Quick rinsing is my priority”, “Room for storage is limited”, and “Simple plug-in use suits me”. A need with no documented match is not counted.
| Product | Needs it meets | Facts we checked | Sources |
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| Westinghouse ePX3100v Electric Pressure Washer |
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| Active 2.0 Electric Pressure Washer |
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Westinghouse ePX3100v Electric Pressure Washer
You want a small washer for household surfaces now and then.
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You rinse vehicles often and want more water at the documented operating point.
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