REVIEW – A pressure washer is one of those things you don’t know you need until you have one. I usually end up borrowing one from a friend or family member every summer to tackle one cleaning project or another. I was happy when I got the chance to review the WestForce electric pressure washer. I am not ready for one of those big gas-powered models that I borrowed in the past. And this small but powerful unit seemed to fit the bill perfectly. Let us take a look at the WestForce 3000 psi pressure washer.
What is it?
The WestForce electric pressure washer is a pressure washer capable of producing 3000 psi for a wide variety of everyday uses.
What’s in the box?
- Main unit
- High-pressure hose
- Spray gun
- Spray lance
- 5 quick connect nozzles
- Garden hose adaptor
- Spray gun holder
- Removable detergent tank
- User manual
Hardware specs
- Voltage: 120V, 60 Hz
- Power: 1800W
- Max current: 14.5 A
- Max tap water pressure: 58 psi
- Water temperature: 32-104℉
- Working temperature: 41-122℉
- Product weight: 17.6 lbs
- Product size: 11.6 x 11.5 x 21.6 in
Design and features
The pressure washer is about the size of a piece of carry-on luggage. It even has a retractable handle and large wheels for easy maneuverability. The housing is made of durable, lightweight plastic, and the unit weighs just under 18lbs.
The power switch and the water inlet and outlet are on the front of the unit.
Around back, there is a removable detergent tank.
The pressure washer has a long 35-foot power cord allowing for greater flexibility when working in large areas.
The unit also features a 20-foot high-pressure hose and a spray lance that attaches to the spray gun.
The pressure washer comes with 5 quick-connect nozzles (0º-red, 15º-yellow, 25º-green, 40º-white, and soap nozzle-black) for multiple cleaning tasks. They are also color-coded to make it easier to find the one you need.
The unit is capable of producing water pressure up to 3000 psi making it perfect for cleaning cars, wooden surfaces, bricks, and vinyl or stone siding.
The dual water intake method allows you to run water into the unit using an outdoor faucet, or a pool or tank.
There are also several safety features, including overheating protection, over current protection, GFCI protection, and IPX5 waterproof protection. And there is a safety lock on the spray gun to prevent accidental discharge.
Performance
Setting the unit up was easy and only took me a couple of minutes.
For the pressure washers first test, I used it to clean a small brick patio in my backyard. The patio has been pretty neglected and had almost 20 years of dirt and grime built-up on it. I used the 15º nozzle, which is recommended for tough jobs.
As you can see from the video below, the pressure washer effortlessly stripped away the built-up dirt and grime. I was amazed by how easy it was to clean the bricks, and the whole job took me under 30 minutes.
The before and after pics below show the impressive results.
The unit itself ran smoothly and quietly. I do recommend running your garden hose for a few minutes before attaching it to the pressure washer to make sure there is no air trapped inside.
I also used the pressure washer to clean my car. I used a Turtle Wax wash/wax detergent I purchased from my local AutoZone store. I filled the small detergent tank and attached the soap nozzle.
The unit once again performed great. I got a soapy foam from the soap nozzle, and I used the 25º all-purpose nozzle to rinse away the suds. The pressure washer effortlessly removed stuck on road grime and bird droppings. The 20-foot high-pressure hose and the lightweight of the unit made it easy to maneuver around my car. Afterward, my car was shiny clean, even the tires and rims looked great.
My only complaint was with the size of the detergent tank. It is small, and it empties quickly. While washing my car, I had to stop and refill it about 5 or 6 times, it’s not a deal-breaker, but a larger detergent tank would be nice.
What I like
- Easy to use
- Lightweight/portable
- Powerful
- Versatile
- Works great
What I’d change
- The detergent tank is too small and empties quickly
Final thoughts
My overall experience using the WestForce pressure washer was great. Its easy setup and use, and lightweight enough to be portable. It did a great cleaning job. I even found myself looking around my yard for more projects. I used it on brick, vinyl siding, fiberglass, and my car, each time I came away impressed with the results. I was not only impressed by the final results but also how effortlessly it stripped away dirt and grime from those surfaces. If you want to tackle multiple cleaning jobs around the house and don’t need a huge gas-powered monster, the WestForce 3000 psi pressure washer is a no brainer.
Price: $139.99
Where to buy: WestForce
Source: The sample for this review was provided by WestForce.
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There was no spec for GPM (gallons per minute) listed. That’s actually a better indicator of cleaning power than PSI. A lower PSI and higher GPM will clean better and cause less surface damage to concrete, and cars.
LEO,
Thanks for pointing out that omission. The GPM for this unit is 1.85. Again thank you for pointing this out, and thank you for reading and commenting.
Mike
Any idea if this company is still in business?
I am having an issue with my spray nozzle ( leaks like crazy!) and can’t find contact info anywhere.
you have no recommended sugestions for surface cleaners to attach what would you recommend?
Have you any idea how one would use an alternative water source – a pool or a tank.
How would you connect to the unit?
Thank you.
Great review, my question is this on the soap container. Do I need to buy a Pressure Washer Foam Cannon with 1/4” Quick Connector & 1.25mm & 1.10mm Nozzle, Adjustable Snow Foam Lance 1L bottle, Jet Car Wash or does this produce enough foam soap from the bottle it comes with. I have a RV and home with vinyl siding, looking to make it easy because I am disable and a senior. Thank you for your response. Mike
Westforce Power washer was acquired by company Achiforce. I purchased 3000 PSI unit less than year ago and it broke few months ago where it will not start at all. Achiforce website has no phone number to call and just email. Which is fine but they promise to get back within 48 hours!!!! Absolute lie!!! I have sent them number of emails over two months with the issue, my receipt and I purchased my unit through directly them!! No response at all. I am in a process of reporting this company to BBB. Please do not purchase equipment or recommend purchase from this company
I agree. bought the 3000 a year ago, used it twice, blew out at the reel,amazon won’t back it up. westforce washers are plain junk!!
me too…junk
Why don’t you answer my emails for warrente
Aaron, The Gadgeteer doesn’t sell or service any products. We are a reviews and news site. If you have service issues, please contact WestForce.
I’ve had three of them. They all started leaking at the connector between the reel and the hose ! One unit started leaking internally also. First one lasted a few days. Second one lasted a few hours. Third one lasted a hour before it sprung a leak. Works great when it worked.
Terry I have the same problem with the West Force Pressure washer. Do you know I can order the plastic L shaped connector part ? I did contact the west force people a year ago but email now does not go through. Thanks
Weetforce company is FAKE. No real contact information and fake website.
DO NOT PURCHASE this power washer!
Used 4 times and it started smoking and died!