The catch
Westinghouse WPX3400 Gas Pressure Washer
Axial-cam pump.
Side by side
Westinghouse WPX3400 vs Simpson PS3228: Westinghouse is lighter to carry, Simpson stresses pump serviceability
Quick verdict
WPX3400 has slightly higher rated output and a lighter frame. PS3228 leans on its Honda engine, AAA triplex pump and commercial warranties that are specific to each component.
Before you buy
Why, and what it costs you
The headline gap in output is modest
WPX3400 has about 3 percent more pressure and 4 percent more flow.
Where this comes from
These figures do not establish a measurable completion-time difference: 100 divided by 3300 is 3.0 percent, and 0.1 divided by 2.5 is 4 percent.
The catch
Simpson PowerShot 3300 PSI Gas Pressure Washer
Before fuel and accessories, it is 14 lb heavier.
Westinghouse WPX3400 Gas Pressure Washer
- Why pick it
- The lighter 63 lb body and never-flat wheels are what you prefer.
- Strong gas output for household projects is what you're after.
- The catch
- Axial-cam pump.
Simpson PowerShot 3300 PSI Gas Pressure Washer
- Why pick it
- The documented pairing of a Honda GX200 and an AAA triplex pump appeals to you.
- Your use makes commercial pump and frame warranty terms important.
- The catch
- Before fuel and accessories, it is 14 lb heavier.
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What this page compares
For frequent cleaning, see how WPX3400 and PS3228 differ in working output, axial versus triplex pumps, engine, weight to transport and warranty coverage.
WPX3400 has slightly higher rated output and a lighter frame. PS3228 leans on its Honda engine, AAA triplex pump and commercial warranties that are specific to each component.
Which one fits
Pick the situations that sound like you
A triplex pump is required
PS3228 uses AAA triplex, while WPX3400 uses an axial-cam pump.
- Westinghouse WPX3400 Gas Pressure Washer
- Not suitable
- Simpson PowerShot 3300 PSI Gas Pressure Washer
- Better fit
Never-flat tires are required
Pneumatic tires are on the named Simpson.
- Westinghouse WPX3400 Gas Pressure Washer
- Better fit
- Simpson PowerShot 3300 PSI Gas Pressure Washer
- Not suitable
Dry, the unit has to weigh under 70 lb
The published weights come to 63 and 77 lb.
- Westinghouse WPX3400 Gas Pressure Washer
- Better fit
- Simpson PowerShot 3300 PSI Gas Pressure Washer
- Not suitable
You are buying the named version for California
Neither manufacturer makes the named configurations eligible in California.
- Westinghouse WPX3400 Gas Pressure Washer
- Not suitable
- Simpson PowerShot 3300 PSI Gas Pressure Washer
- Not suitable
In practice
Differences you will notice
The headline gap in output is modest
WPX3400 has about 3 percent more pressure and 4 percent more flow.
How we worked this out
These figures do not establish a measurable completion-time difference: 100 divided by 3300 is 3.0 percent, and 0.1 divided by 2.5 is 4 percent.
The lighter unit takes 14 lb off each lift
Compared with PS3228, WPX3400 is about 18 percent lighter.
How we worked this out
Fuel, accessories and water add to the transport load. 77 - 63 = 14 lb, and 14 divided by 77 is 18.2 percent.
Warranty scope becomes relevant with paid work
A single headline warranty length means less than Simpson's component-specific commercial cover.
How we worked this out
Westinghouse lists one-year limited commercial coverage, while Simpson lists different engine, pump and frame terms. Exclusions and proof-of-maintenance conditions still apply.
Option A
Westinghouse, WPX3400
WPX3400 Gas Pressure Washer
For larger outdoor jobs, this 212cc gas washer delivers a rated 3400 PSI with 2.6 GPM of flow. It rides on a wheeled frame and has an axial-cam pump.
- Best for
- bigger concrete and driveway jobs outdoors
Facts we checked
- The rating is 3400 PSI and 2.6 GPM.
- An axial-cam pump is driven by a 212cc four-stroke OHV engine.
- It weighs 63 lb dry and rolls on 12-inch never-flat wheels.
- Five quick-connect tips and a 25-foot hose are included.
Option B
Simpson, PS3228-S / PS3228
PowerShot 3300 PSI Gas Pressure Washer
This is a serious residential gas washer, built on a Honda GX200 engine and a serviceable AAA triplex pump for large areas that get cleaned again and again.
- Best for
- Heavy concrete work and frequent cleaning outdoors
Facts we checked
- Manufacturer rating of 3300 PSI and 2.5 GPM
- An AAA industrial triplex plunger pump paired with a Honda GX200 engine
- Five quick-connect nozzles, 10-inch pneumatic tires and a 25-foot MorFlex hose
Spec by spec
Where they really differ
| Spec | Westinghouse WPX3400 Gas Pressure Washer | Simpson PowerShot 3300 PSI Gas Pressure Washer | In practice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rated output | 3400 PSI at 2.6 GPM | 3300 PSI at 2.5 GPM | Next to the pump and warranty differences, the specification gap is small. |
| Pump | Axial cam | AAA triplex | For frequent work, the more consequential ownership distinction is Simpson's pump architecture. |
| Engine | Westinghouse 212cc OHV | Honda GX200 | Look at local servicing and exact maintenance needs, and not displacement alone. |
| Dry unit weight | 63 lb | 77 lb | Each lift is 14 lb lighter with Westinghouse. |
| Wheels | 12-inch never-flat | 10-inch pneumatic | Pneumatic tires need pressure checks, and never-flat tires never need inflating. |
| Commercial limited warranty | One-year listing | Three-year engine, five-year pump and ten-year frame | Components and exclusions make the coverage differ. |
Trade-offs
What each pick costs you
With Westinghouse WPX3400 Gas Pressure Washer
- Published commercial coverage is shorter.
With Simpson PowerShot 3300 PSI Gas Pressure Washer
- Inflation checks are needed for pneumatic tires.
Change of plan
When the answer changes
Mandatory requirements are a triplex pump and commercial component coverage
Go with Simpson PowerShot 3300 PSI Gas Pressure Washer. PS3228 has both documented.
Mandatory now is a sub-70 lb dry lifting limit
Go with Westinghouse WPX3400 Gas Pressure Washer. WPX3400 weighs 63 lb.
California sales eligibility is required for the washer
Neither model fits. Look for a model and suffix that are explicitly eligible.
Decision guide
How to decide
Pick WPX3400 for slightly higher rated output in a lighter frame. Pick PS3228 if you value its Honda engine, AAA triplex pump and component-specific commercial warranties more.
Big projects around the house
Each delivers gas-level flow and pressure for outdoor surfaces. If the washer rides in a car or has to cross steps between jobs, WPX3400's lighter load to carry can count.
Frequent or paid work
With PS3228 you get a triplex pump, a Honda engine and specified commercial component terms, which are concrete items to compare with a service provider. That is stronger evidence than a vague claim that one machine will last longer.
Terrain and state eligibility
Pick tires to suit the route to the work area. Check state eligibility too, because the named versions are not options for a purchase in California. A similar model with a different suffix may have a different approval.
What this page can’t tell you
- Pump architecture and warranty length are no proof of real-world lifetime. A comparative cleaning test was not run on either unit.
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 1 of the 28 models checked meet every need here: “I have long, heavy-duty cleaning to do”, “A serviceable pump matters”, “Driveways and concrete are what I clean”, and “Quick rinsing is my priority”.
1 model fits, out of 28 checkedShow the facts and the math
How we countedThe count uses each product's current fit ratings for “I have long, heavy-duty cleaning to do”, “A serviceable pump matters”, “Driveways and concrete are what I clean”, and “Quick rinsing is my priority”. A need with no documented match is not counted.
| Product | Needs it meets | Facts we checked | Sources |
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| Westinghouse WPX3400 Gas Pressure Washer |
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| Simpson PowerShot 3300 PSI Gas Pressure Washer |
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Westinghouse WPX3400 Gas Pressure Washer
The lighter 63 lb body and never-flat wheels are what you prefer.
See price & reviews on AmazonSimpson PowerShot 3300 PSI Gas Pressure Washer
The documented pairing of a Honda GX200 and an AAA triplex pump appeals to you.
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