I ended up getting the 3000psi model to use around the house as well as for car washes. I noticed in your review it seems to show the 3000psi unit runs at about 1000psi with the 3.5mm orifice tip but in the ending overview chart it shows 1900psi. I just wanted to confirm that is a typo before I use it on my car. Thanks for all your work on these!
Hi, is it safe to use 3000 psi to clean wood fence? If so, is it much faster than a 2300 psi? For the 3000 psi unit It seems like a 40 degree nozzle should be used or 25 degree but spray far out?
The non auto stop, fluctuating and lag in motor are the very reasons i did not purchase these washers, plus the high price tag. I've watched all your reviews and went with the dewalt 2400 and uber flex hose. I love this machine paired with the uber hose. Thanks for all your time testing and doing these vids.
UPDATE:1 year and still cranks within the first 2-3 pulls. Probably will buy another when this one finally does bite the dust ruclips.net/user/postUgkx43QMbQqu67IZadu9ou8Sg1BdrunMRNqX . No issues at all. Very happy with it.UPDATE: After 6 months of use and over 70 uses I would still highly recommend this pressure washer. It does vibrate a decent amount but never had it “walk” like others have mentioned. No oil leaks, still seems to run like the day I bought it. Still cranks within 2-3 pulls every time. Very happy with my purchase!Have used it about a dozen times now. Plenty of power, cranks up on 1-2 pulls every time. My only complaint would be I wish it was a little taller to make it easier to walk with it (hits my ankles a lot) and that the two hose connections were a little further apart but it hasn’t caused me any issues. Seems to run a good 1-1/2-2 hrs on a full tank, overall a well built machine and definitely worth the money in my opinion.
Excellent Review! a couple months ago, after getting my gas washer going, I discovered I wasn't to fond of pulling the rip cord. I even watched a couple of your video reviews. Today, I pulled the gas washer out again, and again came to the same conclusion. So now re-reviewing your videos. I know that you have more current videos and I've watched them; but this on compares the 2700 and 3000. It was informative, statistical, and you kept it going expeditiously. There wasn't a need to jump to your conclusion. I notice this was how you have been doing videos. Any hoot, Thanks.
Josh.... Were you able to get the greenworks 3000 psi machine to about 2gpm and good low pressure for safe car washing? If so, what orifice size was needed to achieve those numbers.
Thank You for the reviews. I used the "pressure washer" reviews (all of them) to make a decision on purchasing. Your reviews are in depth enough that I feel confident in my decision. Again, Thank You... BTW - Really Nice Shop...
I just checked Lowes online and the 2700 listed states a higher GPM, whats up with that? :-/ Lowes: The Greenworks Pro 2700 PSI pressure washer is powerful and reliable, delivering 2.3 Max GPM
You probably already know this by now, but the way that motor starts, sounds like their using soft start technology. Which is a good thing, it's what will allow that motor to last longer. Also the ramping up and down is way better on the motor then it stopping and starting all the time, all of this puts way less strain on the motor and is far more energy efficient. The old ways of starting and running a motor was always pushing the motor to its maximum capacity whether it needed to or not. And motors really don't like the frequent stop and start, it wears them out much faster. So, that's actually a great selling feature, it tells me that the motor will last longer and raises my interest in this brand a lot more then it was!
Just picked up the 2700 from Lowes to replace my 8yr old car wash rig (personal, not commercial) and it has the same connection orientation as the 3000 in this video. Pressure hose to the side, inlet water to the front. For those looking to buy…. if it matters to you.. keep your eye out when you grab the box. I cannot get used to the motor never going silent. Unsure if I’ll keep it. Part of the allure to an Elec PW is the noise level.
@@adamg.1845 no. Didn’t like the never stopping engine noise. I understand the reason behind it but it’s not for me. Went with a smaller $99 1800psi green works at Lowes instead. Works great for my car washing needs. I have had a Pressure Pros belt driven 4000psi for about 11 years. I use that for serious cleaning (house, driveways fence).
I have owned the 2700psi model for about 2.5 years now. There is a lot to like with this machine along with some bad. The cleaning power is pretty good overall. The noise will drive you crazy over time, I wish it had a TSS system. My unit is now sounding different and is surging frequently. I am hoping it lasts long enough for the new Active 2.0 to come out...
Just bought 2 of these this week and had to return. 2 bad ones in a row. I'm so disappointed. They worked for 5 mins and then just died and wouldn't power back on. Both had sticky power buttons too
Great video! I just got this machine 3000 and foam canon was just shooting in the straight line. I believe it’s due to the orifice. Should I change it to 1.65 or 1.4?
I literally return an electric lawnmower to Home Depot FOUR times in one day. Everyone of them was damaged in some way. I got my money back on the 4th one. That is not an exaggeration. The girl at the front was so apologetic but it wasn't her fault. Since that day, I only buy what I can examine in the store before taking it home. Now it looks like Lowes takes just as good of care to their products that they receive...
I literally just tried my 2700psi Green Works pressure washer for the first time. I have no idea what the purpose of the 3000 psi would be. This thing is powerful. Why spend the money. 2700 is plenty. Trust.
@@adamg.1845 I used it last summer to power wash our back patio which turned what was moldy and black to new looking. I was pretty surprised. Also washed the back of the house of mold on the brick. Did great. Washed the cars a couple of times and that was it. This summer, deck, front of house and long driveway before resealing the black top. Surprisingly powerful. No bullshit.
Good video. Quick question, I live in Florida where hard water is common. Without having a water filter system in the house how can or what do you recommend as far as a portable filtration system maybe to attach to the unit.
Hello, I was wondering if you have a larger orifice than the 3.5mm to test? I was thinking if a 4.0 or 4.5 exists then would that give you close to 2gpm with a 1400-1500 psi?
don't run them vertically. gravity will decrease oil flow to the motor lessening its lifespan. it's the same for any motor. you can do it but it's just adding stress.. so don't. 👍
I love my greenworks pressure washer. I have had the 2700psi model for a couple of years now. Runs flawless, and is great for use with a water broom to clean the undercarriage of vehicles. Way better and quieter than my old Ryobi.
@adamg.1845 Mine finally died. I replaced it with the 2300 with the start stop system ( that motor running constantly on the 2700 was hard on the ears ) 2300 I don't like because of the lag in pressure - particularly when using a foam cannon. However, the 2300 also has a much higher flow rate and does a better job all around.
If I have soap in it will it only dispense the soap with the black nozzle? Is there a shut off for the soap? Will it stop dispense of soap if I use the other colors?
Wow.....so much misinformation in this video. For starters, you say both pressure washers can be used vertically. No they can't. That's probably why the 3000 was designed with a different hose connection to deter this practice. The motors are 2 different units. Also, the 3000 pump assembly is anodized while the 2700 is not. Also, the 3000 has a completely different electronic mother board and operates more efficiently. You're right. The unit doesn't have a total stop system. It runs constantly like gas pressure washers to give max power much quicker that a TSS. It also incorporates a gas style thermal relief valve that automatically switches on at a certain temp to cool the unit when it isn't being used as much. You mention that you don't feel that the motor might not last as long due to the fluctuations without having a clue as to why. You also failed to mention that the motors come with a 10 year warranty, which they're able to offer because of the technologies that you admit knowing nothing about. Thank you for your review but next time you might want to spend a few minutes doing some research beforehand on things unfamiliar to you that causes you to cast them in a negative light.
Agree to Chill. His concerns are my concerns too. He would have gotten it right the first time if he would have been fed the script from the company. Also, your explanation makes sense, thank you for that too.
Excellent thank you!! The typical load vs max psi is different and driving me nuts looking at these machines!! I bought the sun joe spx4800 (3200 psi).... but its REAL typical load is 2500psi. So this one Is 3000 max, 2700 typical load ... which is better!!
thing for me is I want it to shut off when your off the trigger 3000 runs all the time does the 2700 run all the time to my 2030 sunjoe shuts off unless trigger is pulled.
Do you think you'll ever test the sun Joe 3200 electric? The info I found says 3200 max, 2500 rated. I assume it would be equal to the 3000 psi greenworks at 2500 running psi you just reported.
It’s actually pretty quiet compared to some other pressure washers I’ve used and they recommend shutting it off if it’s going to be idling longer than 5 minutes.
My 2700 is getting 2050 psi with the 15 degree and every tip gets the same amount less. Basically gets the same tip psi as the 2300 unit. What gives????
Strongly considering this one. They have a presidents day sale going on directly at greenworks, which lowes will match, bringing the cost down to $315.
hi i bought my pressure washer thanks to your videos and im happy with my choice, and i love to wash your leather reapir but lately u are doing to much pressure washer videos dont u think? maybe more detailing? thanks
@@FUTURESULTS the 3/8 coupling is what is on my aftermarket wands so Ive always just stuck with that. The restriction of flow is ultimately at the tip and depends off the orifice size. Plus the 3/8 quick connect is easier to work with than the 1/4 but you could do the 1/4 if you want the same size throughout
Wait a second... your final conclusion is that both pressure washers had the same 2,500psi for the 15deg nozzle at 33:00 and the 3000 got 1,900psi with the 3.5mm orifice? ...but when you tested it at 30:24, you said the 3000 made 2,700psi for that nozzle ...and you said (32:24) that the 3000 got 1,000psi with the 3.5mm orifice. What gives? Otherwise, the results in the video about the psi being substantially lower for the 3000 (vs the 2700) with the larger nozzle makes perfect size since a high pressure/low flow pump will not be able to pump the water fast enough to build pressure. Most likely the pumps are sized differently between the 2700 and 3000.
I have been looking at a few of these being tested and the unit at full load is just under 15 amp. So I'm assuming that this unit is amp limiting its self and ones it gets passed the point of heavy load it ramps up. In other words like a soft start system to keep it with in a range of power use. Just a wild guess I could be 100% wrong but that's my thoughts.
Brushless motors draw power as needed. The 2700 is rated at 14 amps. That's its max draw. At idle less power is drawn. Voltage remains the same, amperage adjusts.
RE: motor fluctuation, yep it is supposed to do that. "Digitally controlled brushless motor automatically adjusts maximum pressure and flow appropriate for specific nozzle tip in use" The constant on is to make it like a gas washer. "Continuous-run motor and pump operate like gas-powered pressure washers, offering the best pressure and flow response in the industry; thermal relief valve purges hot water from pump to cool it down during constant use" Would be nice to see the numbers with a full set of 4.0 and 4.5 nozzles. Should be right around 1,000 with one of those I'd think.
I returned to say thank you again for your reviews. I was torn between the higher GPM of the Greenworks Pro 2300 and Ryobi 2300 models and the higher psi of the 2700 and 3000 Greenworks Pro models. In the end I purchased the 3000 psi model after calculating the cleaning units and because the delayed ramp up of the 2300 would have driven me bonkers. I just powered it on for the first time and man I am not disappointed. It has just as much if not more power than my 2500psi gas unit and a lot less noise. The pressure does not seem to fluctuate as much on start up as seen in your video which is great. One think I noticed and have already fixed is it would always sound like it had air in the line when priming it before powering it on, the problem was the large soap bottle. Its literally sucking air into the line if the bottle is empty. I pulled the clear tubing from the pump side and capped the nipple. Issue resolved, water now flows with no burbs. Lets home it lasts, thanks again.
How did you end up capping the nipple? I've got the 2300 and the clear tubing seems to be glued on to the pump. If I cut it there will be an open nipple at the pump which will still suck air in
23:03 the pressure washer is probably setup with a pressure relief valve set at 3000 psi. Pressure Relief Valves control upstream pressure. When the trigger is closed, the motor rotates the pump, compressing the fluid, and then dumping it over the relief valve and then back to inlet. The hose is connected upstream of the relief valve and after the pump, thus your gauge sees the full pressure of the relief valve. When you pull the trigger, the pressurized fluid now has an alternate path of escape, so it shoots out the nozzle. Remember that fluid always takes the path of least resistance. This results in the relief valve closing and lower pressure at your gauge (path of least resistance). The two different states of the relief valve opened and closed account for the different sound. The system works harder when the trigger is not pulled, as the motor and pump is doing its max work. When open, less work is done, with equally less resistance for the motor pump. If you use an ammeter, you will be able to see higher amps drawn with trigger closed, and lower amps with trigger pulled. I'm not a hydraulics expert but as a mechanical engineering I have dabbled in simple hydraulic system design.
Hi, thanks for the in depth review of both machines. I have a question for you on the 3000 machine if you increase to a 40° 4 mm nozzle how much do you suspect that the psi will drop and the GPM go up?
NEVER use Teflon tape or any other thread sealant on a fitting with o-rings. Remember, the seal is created by the o-rings, not the threads. Putting anything extra into the threads just creates risk of contaminating the o-ring seal, so you're more likely to do harm than good. Even if you tried, you could never seal a set of straight threads under 3000 psi with Teflon tape. Even in high-pressure hydraulic systems with threaded connections (tapered thread, since the seal is created at the threads themselves as designed) Teflon tape is never recommended, only an approved liquid thread sealant. Teflon bits can get into the fluid and damage components like the hydraulic pump which has very close tolerances.
I recently just bought one about 2 months ago and I love it but I also had the same issue that you had where it seemed like mine was a "return" product as the handle bar had the same indent. I used a needle nose plyer to bend it back out but as you said, for a 400$ unit, QA should be a lot better.
Just wanted to say thank you for the incredible detail. I ended up buying the 2700 and am pretty happy. I thought the fluctuation in pressure was going to be annoying but it really doesn't bother me. And the 3.5mm nozzles yield great foam from CG Snow Foam despite having hard water.
I work at Lowe's and I'm not surprised it has damage out of the box. It's not a return is a miss handled product. The guys that load the trucks are expected to load so many items in a pre selected time this causing damage to products. It happens all the time especially with appliances. I bought a push mower but when I got it home the front wheels where bent at a 45° angle.
Ironically enough. I just bought one of these and returned it due to the motor being air locked. After returning it and watching this video I now realize that lowe's sold me a 3000 psi unit that was labeled as a 2700psi
So I just bought the GW 3000psi. I have read that you should keep your psi between 1200-1900 psi to safely clean your car. If this is true, does this mean that I need a different, larger, orifice tip than what that comes with the machine? If so, can I drill an old one out? What size hole would you suggest? Thanks
So what size nozzle works best for washing cars with this model? You said at 32:35 that you were using the 3.5 and getting 1000 psi but your chart says the 3.5 gets 1900 psi.
Is any one else curious about if the 3K PSI model can get a higher GPM with a larger orifice? if a 4 or 4.5 was added, shouldn't that drop the PSI more and raise the GPM?
I would like to see how that 3000 psi unit does with a 5.0 nozzle. I would imagine it should get a decent usable pressure and probably over 2 gpm. Would be a good test and, if so, it should be excellent for detailing.
You also tested the Greenworks 2300 and you were quite impressed with it, except for the delay. The 2300 also shuts off when it’s not being used. Could you advise of the 3, 2300, 2700 and 3000, your thoughts?
Did you know pressure on turbo nozzle on the 2700 vs the 3000? I own the 2700 almost always use the turbo. Thinking about buying a 2nd unit, not sure I like the water intake location on the 3000 since it would inhibit standing up the pressure washer while garden hose is attached.
Great review! I realize this is almost 3 years old, but maybe someone can share with me their experience with one of these machines and a surface cleaner for concrete driveways. What PSI is best? Do I need a lot of PSI to do a good clean? Thank you all.
If you're wanting to do concrete cleaning professionally, skip electric washers altogether. They don't have the PSI and GPM to drive a surface cleaner super well. A gas pressure washer sitting at around 3000 PSI and 2.4-2.5GPM should be seen as a minimum. Moving to higher end gas pressure washers (like the DeWalt or Predator 4000~ PSI @ 4.4~ GPM) let you move up to large surface cleaners, making for faster cleaning. If you're just wanting to do your own home, 2000-3000PSI 1.1GPM electrics will clean deeper than sub 2000PSI units, and units with a GPM near or over 2GPM will clean faster (but not as deep, as they're operating around 1000PSI). Both will be slower than a gas pressure washer (and you'll have to use either the turbo or 15 degree nozzle for stubborn filth), but you also don't need to deal with oil or filter changes or paying for and storing gas that could go bad before you use it.
Hi, suppose we were to get a 0 degree nozzle, will they ramp up the psi?? And how can we increase psi on the 3000 model, I remember you said working psi is 2700, so suppose I want 2900, for example??
I'm considering the 3000psi model, but I'm really curious how it performs with something like a Karcher 15" surface cleaner for sidewalks and driveways. I want to use this for both cleaning my house siding and driveways, as well as car detailing.
I have the 3000 PSI Greenworks from Costco and you really need to use the turbo nozzle when cleaning sidewalks and driveways, unless you're only dealing with minimal amounts of dirt/moss. The surface cleaner just takes too long to remove any decent amount of buildup.
I bought the 3000 a few days ago (talked them into a 20% discount since the box was open.)….I had the same staggering as u did in the vid and also popped the gfci on our water heater. The manual says 14 amps. So I plugged into a 20 amp circuit .. no more staggering
You should not run more than 12 amps for extended periods of time on a 15 amp circuit. 15 is the peak it will handle for short periods, but if you continuously run above 12 it will overheat. Basically, AC electrical circuits are only rated to handle 80% of their peak for extended periods. Also, something that runs at 14 but isn't a steady speed is likely to peak over 15.
Thank you for all the information about the GreenWorks 3000 Pro pressure washer , which I own ! I did buy the flexzilla 50' hose and the quick connects which are Both Great and make things easier to use !!! Thank You for the links !!! The GreenWorks 3000 does have 3 year warranty on every thing and 10 year warranty on the motor !!! Thanks Josh 😀😀😀
Any chance you could let us know what these test at with the Active Brand 3.7 rating 40 degree nozzle? I am super curious about what you recommend between either of these and the GWP2300 2.3 GPM. Any feedback between those?
Just before you gave the final numbers you showed the psi of the 3000 was 1000psi with the 3.5 and said the gpm might be higher. Your final number on screen said you got 1900psi with the 3.5. Something dose not add up just wondering if you could check and give numbers again just in a comment thank you.
Hi 👋! You recommend a 3.5 orifice for the 40° nozzle, if I wanted a 25° nozzle, would the 3.5 also be safe, or should that be a 4.0 orifice? I'd appreciate your help, looking to get this machine for washing my own car.
Which do you think is better the green works pro 3000 or the dewalt 2400 ! I know that dewalt makes great power tools but on pressure washers I only know gas and haven’t had much experience with green works products. Thanks!
4:15 Teflon is not needed as the threads are straight threads and do no perform any sealing function. Air and water will leak through straight threads. The sealing is function is provided by deformation of the o-ring into the mating boss. The straight threads are strictly to provide the mechanical connection. This is in contrast to NPT Pipe thread which is tapered, and relay on both thread deformation coupled with a sealing agent (sealing compound and/or Teflon tape) to make the mechanical air/fluid seal.
I'm trying to decide between these two units for around the house work. Josh do you prefer the water hose inlet/outlet on 2700 or 3000 best? Can you tell any noise difference between the two units and lastly do you think the 3000 runs more voltage than the 2700 or about the same.
I got the 3,000 was on sale and no 2,700. I have an older honda powered gasoline unit with is 5,000 psi. This unit works well, just bit less powerful and love the slience as compared to my gasoline unit.
You check out the Active VE52 pressure washer review that he did yet? Buddy of mine is getting into detailing and just swooped that one. Decent GPM and very quiet. Also doesn’t run constantly and is a very compact design.
@@TonyTheTruckGuy Yes, I think thats what I'm going to go with (or its CAT counterpart). I already have a gas unit for the heavier jobs around the house, so I don't need a ton of PSI in an electric PW.
I used the 2700 psi model this past weekend. (Borrowed from work to test) The noise it makes is not loud at all and I used it to wash my Jeep. Worked awesome. Will be buying my own unit.
Thanks much for your excellent review. I bought this unit because of your review. Question, every time I use it both water connectors get extremely tight to the point I need pliers to unscrew. Any reason why this happens, any advice will be appreciated. Thanks.
Here's a tip....i used pool/ spa lube on all the connections, threads, o-rings, and any quick connects. Makes assembly/disassembly easier, saves the o-rings, and helps prevent leaks too. Just don't use globs of the stuff. 😉 Just bought the 2700psi (4/22/23). Home use for deck, concrete, and siding cleaning. Hope this Greenworks lasts; my old Karcher was 20yo. 🤞
![DDG & G Herbo - Nosey [Official Video]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/I9Ra0Zc2NlQ/mqdefault.jpg)
I ended up getting the 3000psi model to use around the house as well as for car washes. I noticed in your review it seems to show the 3000psi unit runs at about 1000psi with the 3.5mm orifice tip but in the ending overview chart it shows 1900psi. I just wanted to confirm that is a typo before I use it on my car. Thanks for all your work on these!
Hi.. I am also thinking about buying it and wanted to ask you to see if it is safe for car wash and ok to use with 40 nozzle? Thanks
Hi, is it safe to use 3000 psi to clean wood fence? If so, is it much faster than a 2300 psi? For the 3000 psi unit It seems like a 40 degree nozzle should be used or 25 degree but spray far out?
Seems like a typo based on the gauge he showed.
The non auto stop, fluctuating and lag in motor are the very reasons i did not purchase these washers, plus the high price tag. I've watched all your reviews and went with the dewalt 2400 and uber flex hose. I love this machine paired with the uber hose. Thanks for all your time testing and doing these vids.
3 year warranty 7 year motor warranty
One issue with the graphic at 33:54. The 3000 unit should say 2700 psi @ 1.125 gpm
UPDATE:1 year and still cranks within the first 2-3 pulls. Probably will buy another when this one finally does bite the dust ruclips.net/user/postUgkx43QMbQqu67IZadu9ou8Sg1BdrunMRNqX . No issues at all. Very happy with it.UPDATE: After 6 months of use and over 70 uses I would still highly recommend this pressure washer. It does vibrate a decent amount but never had it “walk” like others have mentioned. No oil leaks, still seems to run like the day I bought it. Still cranks within 2-3 pulls every time. Very happy with my purchase!Have used it about a dozen times now. Plenty of power, cranks up on 1-2 pulls every time. My only complaint would be I wish it was a little taller to make it easier to walk with it (hits my ankles a lot) and that the two hose connections were a little further apart but it hasn’t caused me any issues. Seems to run a good 1-1/2-2 hrs on a full tank, overall a well built machine and definitely worth the money in my opinion.
Lol. Leach
dude stop posting this same post on all these videos, it has nothing to do with this video
I was at Lowe’s eyeballing the craftsman 2100 psi unit, I think that’s the one I’m going with, thanks for the reviews Josh 👍😁
Excellent Review! a couple months ago, after getting my gas washer going, I discovered I wasn't to fond of pulling the rip cord. I even watched a couple of your video reviews. Today, I pulled the gas washer out again, and again came to the same conclusion. So now re-reviewing your videos. I know that you have more current videos and I've watched them; but this on compares the 2700 and 3000. It was informative, statistical, and you kept it going expeditiously. There wasn't a need to jump to your conclusion. I notice this was how you have been doing videos. Any hoot, Thanks.
Thanks James!!
Josh.... Were you able to get the greenworks 3000 psi machine to about 2gpm and good low pressure for safe car washing? If so, what orifice size was needed to achieve those numbers.
Thank You for the reviews.
I used the "pressure washer" reviews (all of them) to make a decision on purchasing.
Your reviews are in depth enough that I feel confident in my decision.
Again, Thank You...
BTW - Really Nice Shop...
On the 3.5 test with the 3,000 you held up the pressure gage showing 1,000 psi... but later on the comparison you showed it at 1,900?
Yes wondering that myself because it is 1900 psi with 3.5 orifice I may opt for a 4.0 orifice fpr the car.
@@Ricquisimo Did you try this out? How was it
I just checked Lowes online and the 2700 listed states a higher GPM, whats up with that? :-/ Lowes: The Greenworks Pro 2700 PSI pressure washer is powerful and reliable, delivering 2.3 Max GPM
Thank you man for this video! Appreciate your thoroughness. You're awesome😊
You probably already know this by now, but the way that motor starts, sounds like their using soft start technology. Which is a good thing, it's what will allow that motor to last longer. Also the ramping up and down is way better on the motor then it stopping and starting all the time, all of this puts way less strain on the motor and is far more energy efficient. The old ways of starting and running a motor was always pushing the motor to its maximum capacity whether it needed to or not. And motors really don't like the frequent stop and start, it wears them out much faster. So, that's actually a great selling feature, it tells me that the motor will last longer and raises my interest in this brand a lot more then it was!
Just picked up the 2700 from Lowes to replace my 8yr old car wash rig (personal, not commercial) and it has the same connection orientation as the 3000 in this video. Pressure hose to the side, inlet water to the front. For those looking to buy…. if it matters to you.. keep your eye out when you grab the box. I cannot get used to the motor never going silent. Unsure if I’ll keep it. Part of the allure to an Elec PW is the noise level.
Noise and no gas expenses ⛽oil changes.
Did you keep it? I’m trying to de use between the 2300 and 2700
@@adamg.1845 no. Didn’t like the never stopping engine noise. I understand the reason behind it but it’s not for me. Went with a smaller $99 1800psi green works at Lowes instead. Works great for my car washing needs. I have had a Pressure Pros belt driven 4000psi for about 11 years. I use that for serious cleaning (house, driveways fence).
I have owned the 2700psi model for about 2.5 years now. There is a lot to like with this machine along with some bad. The cleaning power is pretty good overall. The noise will drive you crazy over time, I wish it had a TSS system. My unit is now sounding different and is surging frequently. I am hoping it lasts long enough for the new Active 2.0 to come out...
thanks for review. have the small one, and i like that it shuts off when not in use..
Just bought 2 of these this week and had to return. 2 bad ones in a row. I'm so disappointed. They worked for 5 mins and then just died and wouldn't power back on. Both had sticky power buttons too
Did you determine what the issue was? Amperage possibly. They look to need a 20 Amp outlet. THanks
Great video! I just got this machine 3000 and foam canon was just shooting in the straight line. I believe it’s due to the orifice. Should I change it to 1.65 or 1.4?
I literally return an electric lawnmower to Home Depot FOUR times in one day. Everyone of them was damaged in some way. I got my money back on the 4th one.
That is not an exaggeration. The girl at the front was so apologetic but it wasn't her fault. Since that day, I only buy what I can examine in the store before taking it home.
Now it looks like Lowes takes just as good of care to their products that they receive...
I literally just tried my 2700psi Green Works pressure washer for the first time. I have no idea what the purpose of the 3000 psi would be. This thing is powerful. Why spend the money. 2700 is plenty. Trust.
3000 psi is for your wife at the end of the month.
@@A.C.71 Child
@@stevemellinger3776 haha your buthole a little tight huh.
Still happy with it?
@@adamg.1845 I used it last summer to power wash our back patio which turned what was moldy and black to new looking. I was pretty surprised. Also washed the back of the house of mold on the brick. Did great. Washed the cars a couple of times and that was it. This summer, deck, front of house and long driveway before resealing the black top. Surprisingly powerful. No bullshit.
Thank you for your time!
actually with the motor running constantly, it will make the motor last longer and also they try to keep the pressure up faster after stopping.
Good video. Quick question, I live in Florida where hard water is common. Without having a water filter system in the house how can or what do you recommend as far as a portable filtration system maybe to attach to the unit.
Hello, I was wondering if you have a larger orifice than the 3.5mm to test? I was thinking if a 4.0 or 4.5 exists then would that give you close to 2gpm with a 1400-1500 psi?
don't run them vertically. gravity will decrease oil flow to the motor lessening its lifespan. it's the same for any motor. you can do it but it's just adding stress.. so don't. 👍
FYU, Greenworks does not recommend a 50 foot hose. They say it will damage the motor.
Does this have a delay at first press like the 2300 psi?
Wow looks like the 2300 psi 2.3 GPM is a better machine overall 😊
I love my greenworks pressure washer. I have had the 2700psi model for a couple of years now. Runs flawless, and is great for use with a water broom to clean the undercarriage of vehicles. Way better and quieter than my old Ryobi.
awesome!!
Still loving the 2700? I’m trying to decide between the 2300 and 2700
@adamg.1845 Mine finally died. I replaced it with the 2300 with the start stop system ( that motor running constantly on the 2700 was hard on the ears ) 2300 I don't like because of the lag in pressure - particularly when using a foam cannon. However, the 2300 also has a much higher flow rate and does a better job all around.
Great. I’ll get the 2300. Thanks!
@adamg.1845 Glad to help. Active makes some good pressure washers too, might want to check them out.
If I have soap in it will it only dispense the soap with the black nozzle? Is there a shut off for the soap? Will it stop dispense of soap if I use the other colors?
Wow.....so much misinformation in this video. For starters, you say both pressure washers can be used vertically. No they can't. That's probably why the 3000 was designed with a different hose connection to deter this practice. The motors are 2 different units. Also, the 3000 pump assembly is anodized while the 2700 is not. Also, the 3000 has a completely different electronic mother board and operates more efficiently. You're right. The unit doesn't have a total stop system. It runs constantly like gas pressure washers to give max power much quicker that a TSS. It also incorporates a gas style thermal relief valve that automatically switches on at a certain temp to cool the unit when it isn't being used as much. You mention that you don't feel that the motor might not last as long due to the fluctuations without having a clue as to why. You also failed to mention that the motors come with a 10 year warranty, which they're able to offer because of the technologies that you admit knowing nothing about. Thank you for your review but next time you might want to spend a few minutes doing some research beforehand on things unfamiliar to you that causes you to cast them in a negative light.
Chill
@@rookiexreviews
I know right?
Chill bro
Agree to Chill. His concerns are my concerns too. He would have gotten it right the first time if he would have been fed the script from the company. Also, your explanation makes sense, thank you for that too.
You’re the kind of guy that would get spaghetti bowl upside the head at the dinner table
Excellent thank you!! The typical load vs max psi is different and driving me nuts looking at these machines!! I bought the sun joe spx4800 (3200 psi).... but its REAL typical load is 2500psi.
So this one Is 3000 max, 2700 typical load ... which is better!!
thing for me is I want it to shut off when your off the trigger 3000 runs all the time does the 2700 run all the time to my 2030 sunjoe shuts off unless trigger is pulled.
Awesome...i want it.
Do you think you'll ever test the sun Joe 3200 electric? The info I found says 3200 max, 2500 rated. I assume it would be equal to the 3000 psi greenworks at 2500 running psi you just reported.
Honestly I hadn’t seen it. I’ll try and order one thanks
Too bad they don’t have a total stop unit with similar numbers and a better sound. Even for outdoor use the noise gets irritating
It’s actually pretty quiet compared to some other pressure washers I’ve used and they recommend shutting it off if it’s going to be idling longer than 5 minutes.
The fluctuation in the motor If it causes damage there is a 10 year warranty
The non total stop seems like a deal braker to me thanks
My 2700 is getting 2050 psi with the 15 degree and every tip gets the same amount less. Basically gets the same tip psi as the 2300 unit. What gives????
Strongly considering this one. They have a presidents day sale going on directly at greenworks, which lowes will match, bringing the cost down to $315.
Can you review Greenworks 2300 psi?
I'm waiting on my 2700 to arrive. H has anyone used either of these with a sewer jetter?
Is that high of a psi safe for vehicles? I keep seeing everywhere not to go over 2000psi.
If you do get this unit you absolutely cannot pressure wash to close. It will blast clearcoat and paint off of it
Nice car
hi i bought my pressure washer thanks to your videos and im happy with my choice, and i love to wash your leather reapir but lately u are doing to much pressure washer videos dont u think? maybe more detailing? thanks
Your affiliate links above looks like it takes me to a 1/4" hose. The quick connects look like 3/8".
That’s correct. The hose diameter doesn’t effect the quick connect size.
@@imjoshv So the 3/8" is basically a M22 14mm coupling. Why would you select the 1/4" over 3/8" hose. Seems like that might restrict flow or pressure?
@@FUTURESULTS the 3/8 coupling is what is on my aftermarket wands so Ive always just stuck with that. The restriction of flow is ultimately at the tip and depends off the orifice size. Plus the 3/8 quick connect is easier to work with than the 1/4 but you could do the 1/4 if you want the same size throughout
@@imjoshv Sorry, I would stay with the 3/8" coupling. The question is really around the hose size (1/4" vs 3/8"). Which do you use in the videos, ...?
The noise lost me on this one. Thosr other ones you reviewed were far better in that category
I bought a small Green works is was junk leaked like hell !
Wait a second... your final conclusion is that both pressure washers had the same 2,500psi for the 15deg nozzle at 33:00 and the 3000 got 1,900psi with the 3.5mm orifice?
...but when you tested it at 30:24, you said the 3000 made 2,700psi for that nozzle ...and you said (32:24) that the 3000 got 1,000psi with the 3.5mm orifice. What gives?
Otherwise, the results in the video about the psi being substantially lower for the 3000 (vs the 2700) with the larger nozzle makes perfect size since a high pressure/low flow pump will not be able to pump the water fast enough to build pressure. Most likely the pumps are sized differently between the 2700 and 3000.
I have been looking at a few of these being tested and the unit at full load is just under 15 amp. So I'm assuming that this unit is amp limiting its self and ones it gets passed the point of heavy load it ramps up. In other words like a soft start system to keep it with in a range of power use.
Just a wild guess I could be 100% wrong but that's my thoughts.
Brushless motors draw power as needed. The 2700 is rated at 14 amps. That's its max draw. At idle less power is drawn. Voltage remains the same, amperage adjusts.
Sorry for the terrible speech to text translation
RE: motor fluctuation, yep it is supposed to do that. "Digitally controlled brushless motor automatically adjusts maximum pressure and flow appropriate for specific nozzle tip in use"
The constant on is to make it like a gas washer. "Continuous-run motor and pump operate like gas-powered pressure washers, offering the best pressure and flow response in the industry; thermal relief valve purges hot water from pump to cool it down during constant use"
Would be nice to see the numbers with a full set of 4.0 and 4.5 nozzles. Should be right around 1,000 with one of those I'd think.
I returned to say thank you again for your reviews. I was torn between the higher GPM of the Greenworks Pro 2300 and Ryobi 2300 models and the higher psi of the 2700 and 3000 Greenworks Pro models. In the end I purchased the 3000 psi model after calculating the cleaning units and because the delayed ramp up of the 2300 would have driven me bonkers. I just powered it on for the first time and man I am not disappointed. It has just as much if not more power than my 2500psi gas unit and a lot less noise. The pressure does not seem to fluctuate as much on start up as seen in your video which is great. One think I noticed and have already fixed is it would always sound like it had air in the line when priming it before powering it on, the problem was the large soap bottle. Its literally sucking air into the line if the bottle is empty. I pulled the clear tubing from the pump side and capped the nipple. Issue resolved, water now flows with no burbs. Lets home it lasts, thanks again.
How’s it holding up for you?
@@sirilolemus8188 so far no issues.
How did you end up capping the nipple? I've got the 2300 and the clear tubing seems to be glued on to the pump. If I cut it there will be an open nipple at the pump which will still suck air in
@@Xxshadowman11xX I don’t see why a 1/4” OD brass cap or even hex head plug wouldn’t be adequate for this. Less than $3 at Home Depot or Lowe’s.
Still?
23:03 the pressure washer is probably setup with a pressure relief valve set at 3000 psi. Pressure Relief Valves control upstream pressure. When the trigger is closed, the motor rotates the pump, compressing the fluid, and then dumping it over the relief valve and then back to inlet. The hose is connected upstream of the relief valve and after the pump, thus your gauge sees the full pressure of the relief valve. When you pull the trigger, the pressurized fluid now has an alternate path of escape, so it shoots out the nozzle. Remember that fluid always takes the path of least resistance. This results in the relief valve closing and lower pressure at your gauge (path of least resistance). The two different states of the relief valve opened and closed account for the different sound. The system works harder when the trigger is not pulled, as the motor and pump is doing its max work. When open, less work is done, with equally less resistance for the motor pump. If you use an ammeter, you will be able to see higher amps drawn with trigger closed, and lower amps with trigger pulled.
I'm not a hydraulics expert but as a mechanical engineering I have dabbled in simple hydraulic system design.
Nice!!!
Which is why it's foolish to design a PW such that it doesn't shutoff when you release the trigger.
omg dude you made me sleepy... You reply felt like I was taking a test
@@internalharm You think yours is any better? Maybe try composing proper English before talking down to someone.
Hi, thanks for the in depth review of both machines. I have a question for you on the 3000 machine if you increase to a 40° 4 mm nozzle how much do you suspect that the psi will drop and the GPM go up?
NEVER use Teflon tape or any other thread sealant on a fitting with o-rings. Remember, the seal is created by the o-rings, not the threads. Putting anything extra into the threads just creates risk of contaminating the o-ring seal, so you're more likely to do harm than good. Even if you tried, you could never seal a set of straight threads under 3000 psi with Teflon tape.
Even in high-pressure hydraulic systems with threaded connections (tapered thread, since the seal is created at the threads themselves as designed) Teflon tape is never recommended, only an approved liquid thread sealant. Teflon bits can get into the fluid and damage components like the hydraulic pump which has very close tolerances.
@Jack Boudreaux Because he's on the internet where all is 100% legit..like you.
I recently just bought one about 2 months ago and I love it but I also had the same issue that you had where it seemed like mine was a "return" product as the handle bar had the same indent. I used a needle nose plyer to bend it back out but as you said, for a 400$ unit, QA should be a lot better.
Just wanted to say thank you for the incredible detail. I ended up buying the 2700 and am pretty happy. I thought the fluctuation in pressure was going to be annoying but it really doesn't bother me. And the 3.5mm nozzles yield great foam from CG Snow Foam despite having hard water.
@33:15 you tested the 3000 at 1000 psi with the 40° 3.5 mm, but your chart says 1900 psi
I work at Lowe's and I'm not surprised it has damage out of the box. It's not a return is a miss handled product. The guys that load the trucks are expected to load so many items in a pre selected time this causing damage to products. It happens all the time especially with appliances. I bought a push mower but when I got it home the front wheels where bent at a 45° angle.
Ironically enough. I just bought one of these and returned it due to the motor being air locked.
After returning it and watching this video I now realize that lowe's sold me a 3000 psi unit that was labeled as a 2700psi
Hose and Wand Holders SUCK!! Fire that designer
So I just bought the GW 3000psi. I have read that you should keep your psi between 1200-1900 psi to safely clean your car. If this is true, does this mean that I need a different, larger, orifice tip than what that comes with the machine? If so, can I drill an old one out? What size hole would you suggest? Thanks
Wondering the same thing?
Which pressure washer would be , your top pick for cleaning house vinyl siding.
do you recommend a 1.1 or 1.25 orifice on a mmjc pro 2 foam cannon? for GPW3001
So what size nozzle works best for washing cars with this model? You said at 32:35 that you were using the 3.5 and getting 1000 psi but your chart says the 3.5 gets 1900 psi.
I've noticed green works pressure washers tend to suck air through the soap dispenser, I plug mine to remove fluctuation
Greenworks Pro 3000 psi vs Ryobi 3000 psi pressure washer -- Which is better?
In was gonna ask that too
Great video. Very scientific! Which is the only way to go when evaluating products. Great Job! Thanks for taking the time. I purchased the 3000 unit.
What do you do with all these pressure washers you buy? Return them? Give them away? Keep them?
Is any one else curious about if the 3K PSI model can get a higher GPM with a larger orifice? if a 4 or 4.5 was added, shouldn't that drop the PSI more and raise the GPM?
I would like to see how that 3000 psi unit does with a 5.0 nozzle. I would imagine it should get a decent usable pressure and probably over 2 gpm. Would be a good test and, if so, it should be excellent for detailing.
You also tested the Greenworks 2300 and you were quite impressed with it, except for the delay. The 2300 also shuts off when it’s not being used. Could you advise of the 3, 2300, 2700 and 3000, your thoughts?
Yes I’d love to know that as well
Did you know pressure on turbo nozzle on the 2700 vs the 3000? I own the 2700 almost always use the turbo. Thinking about buying a 2nd unit, not sure I like the water intake location on the 3000 since it would inhibit standing up the pressure washer while garden hose is attached.
Great review! I realize this is almost 3 years old, but maybe someone can share with me their experience with one of these machines and a surface cleaner for concrete driveways. What PSI is best? Do I need a lot of PSI to do a good clean? Thank you all.
If you're wanting to do concrete cleaning professionally, skip electric washers altogether. They don't have the PSI and GPM to drive a surface cleaner super well. A gas pressure washer sitting at around 3000 PSI and 2.4-2.5GPM should be seen as a minimum. Moving to higher end gas pressure washers (like the DeWalt or Predator 4000~ PSI @ 4.4~ GPM) let you move up to large surface cleaners, making for faster cleaning.
If you're just wanting to do your own home, 2000-3000PSI 1.1GPM electrics will clean deeper than sub 2000PSI units, and units with a GPM near or over 2GPM will clean faster (but not as deep, as they're operating around 1000PSI). Both will be slower than a gas pressure washer (and you'll have to use either the turbo or 15 degree nozzle for stubborn filth), but you also don't need to deal with oil or filter changes or paying for and storing gas that could go bad before you use it.
What do you do with all the pressure washers you review? Currently looking to upgrade my rioby.
I think too much hose is a pain. The machine is portable and lightweight, therefore I think the 25’ hose is a positive.
Hi, suppose we were to get a 0 degree nozzle, will they ramp up the psi?? And how can we increase psi on the 3000 model, I remember you said working psi is 2700, so suppose I want 2900, for example??
I'm considering the 3000psi model, but I'm really curious how it performs with something like a Karcher 15" surface cleaner for sidewalks and driveways. I want to use this for both cleaning my house siding and driveways, as well as car detailing.
I have the 3000 PSI Greenworks from Costco and you really need to use the turbo nozzle when cleaning sidewalks and driveways, unless you're only dealing with minimal amounts of dirt/moss. The surface cleaner just takes too long to remove any decent amount of buildup.
Hello so for the green works pro 3000 what tip should you use to foam and clean the car with ..do I have to buy another tip?
Wondering the same thing?
I bought the 3000 a few days ago (talked them into a 20% discount since the box was open.)….I had the same staggering as u did in the vid and also popped the gfci on our water heater. The manual says 14 amps. So I plugged into a 20 amp circuit .. no more staggering
You should not run more than 12 amps for extended periods of time on a 15 amp circuit. 15 is the peak it will handle for short periods, but if you continuously run above 12 it will overheat. Basically, AC electrical circuits are only rated to handle 80% of their peak for extended periods. Also, something that runs at 14 but isn't a steady speed is likely to peak over 15.
Josh, I was wondering what the model & part # was for the 40 degree, 3.5 mm orifice spray tip was.
Thank you for all the information about the GreenWorks 3000 Pro pressure washer , which I own ! I did buy the flexzilla 50' hose and the quick connects which are Both Great and make things easier to use !!! Thank You for the links !!! The GreenWorks 3000 does have 3 year warranty on every thing and 10 year warranty on the motor !!! Thanks Josh 😀😀😀
Any chance you could let us know what these test at with the Active Brand 3.7 rating 40 degree nozzle? I am super curious about what you recommend between either of these and the GWP2300 2.3 GPM. Any feedback between those?
Just before you gave the final numbers you showed the psi of the 3000 was 1000psi with the 3.5 and said the gpm might be higher. Your final number on screen said you got 1900psi with the 3.5. Something dose not add up just wondering if you could check and give numbers again just in a comment thank you.
This ⬆️
does the pump motor stop running when you let off the trigger, or does it stay on even when you're not spraying?
Hi 👋! You recommend a 3.5 orifice for the 40° nozzle, if I wanted a 25° nozzle, would the 3.5 also be safe, or should that be a 4.0 orifice? I'd appreciate your help, looking to get this machine for washing my own car.
Which do you think is better the green works pro 3000 or the dewalt 2400 ! I know that dewalt makes great power tools but on pressure washers I only know gas and haven’t had much experience with green works products. Thanks!
so tell us what a 4.0 nozzle on 3000 unit gets. probably. 1200 psi @ 2.2gpm. ? wouldn't that be the best option
What car soap do you suggest for cleaning vehicles?
Thanks for the video. They offering any Father's Day specials
4:15 Teflon is not needed as the threads are straight threads and do no perform any sealing function. Air and water will leak through straight threads. The sealing is function is provided by deformation of the o-ring into the mating boss. The straight threads are strictly to provide the mechanical connection.
This is in contrast to NPT Pipe thread which is tapered, and relay on both thread deformation coupled with a sealing agent (sealing compound and/or Teflon tape) to make the mechanical air/fluid seal.
You are the best!!!!!!!! I defitniely will buy something from your drop list below. Blessings!!! Still go for 2700.
I'm trying to decide between these two units for around the house work. Josh do you prefer the water hose inlet/outlet on 2700 or 3000 best? Can you tell any noise difference between the two units and lastly do you think the 3000 runs more voltage than the 2700 or about the same.
Thank you so much for your invaluable information, highly appreciate it, keep it up the outstanding job, have a great day.
Great review. Thanks for doing this. Keep up the great video demonstrations.
Do you recommend these over the Ryobi 2700 or 3000?
I got the 3,000 was on sale and no 2,700. I have an older honda powered gasoline unit with is 5,000 psi. This unit works well, just bit less powerful and love the slience as compared to my gasoline unit.
That constant-on makes this a "no go" for me for car washing/detailing
You check out the Active VE52 pressure washer review that he did yet? Buddy of mine is getting into detailing and just swooped that one. Decent GPM and very quiet. Also doesn’t run constantly and is a very compact design.
Yup. Completely useless in my opinion. And the noise it made in the background was really annoying while Josh was talking.
@@TonyTheTruckGuy Yes, I think thats what I'm going to go with (or its CAT counterpart). I already have a gas unit for the heavier jobs around the house, so I don't need a ton of PSI in an electric PW.
I used the 2700 psi model this past weekend. (Borrowed from work to test) The noise it makes is not loud at all and I used it to wash my Jeep. Worked awesome. Will be buying my own unit.
@@TonyTheTruckGuy He might have issues with the Active as a full time detailer. Those are only rated for 100 hours or so
Thanks much for your excellent review. I bought this unit because of your review. Question, every time I use it both water connectors get extremely tight to the point I need pliers to unscrew. Any reason why this happens, any advice will be appreciated. Thanks.
Here's a tip....i used pool/ spa lube on all the connections, threads, o-rings, and any quick connects. Makes assembly/disassembly easier, saves the o-rings, and helps prevent leaks too. Just don't use globs of the stuff. 😉
Just bought the 2700psi (4/22/23). Home use for deck, concrete, and siding cleaning.
Hope this Greenworks lasts; my old Karcher was 20yo. 🤞
Do a review of the 3000 PSI 2.0 GPM
Do you need to dilute products added to the built-in detergent tank?