Have only used the washer twice and it works well. Particularly impressed with the care taken in the packaging of the unit. It was clear that the transporting companies had shipped the unit upside down at some point since some oil had leaked out of the pump. However, due to the packaging, the unit did not suffer any ill effects.

Honda motor,cat pump,aluminum frame = Superb Simpson power washer. It starts easily and is seriously powerful. I bought my 1st Simpson in 1991...used it commercially for 21 years. Am retired now and wanted a reliable lighter yet powerful machine.The ALH3228-S is just that...

I used this once and it worked great. There was some spray foam on the tank and spark plug wire that I had to clean off which wasn’t a big deal. I was a little disappointed to see that Honda change country of mfg. on the motor so I’m hoping it’s bulletproof like the old gx motors. Overall I’m pleased and would purchase again

I replaced my electric pressure with this a couple of weeks ago, what a difference! The Honda engine fired up on the first pull as expected and the Cat Pump is smooth and powerful. I knew better to buy that electric pressure washer and should have purchased this first. The frame is sturdy and should last for many years. the various nozzles will take care of many jobs, thanks Simpson for putting together a great combo!

Just replaced my old system that blew out the pump. Motor was still running fine but the Cat pump was pricy. It lasted over 10 years so I wanted the same Honda motor and Cat pump. The new one was a little stubborn to get started for the first time, but once it started it performed perfectly. I expect to get at least 10 years from this machine to as well. The aluminum frame makes it a bit lighter and smaller which makes it easier to haul around.

I wanted a pressure washer that was powerful enough to do jobs but light enough I could easily lift it into the trunk of my Toyota Prius. I found it in this one! The first time I used it a couple nuts came off and bolts were loose. I was thankfully able to find them in the yard and tighten them up. I only use ethanol free fuel in it. I also upgraded to a longer hose.

Purchased this model mainly for the CAT pump and the Honda engine, the aircraft aluminum frame was a bonus feature that closed the sale. I've only used it for a few hours so time will tell if will be a great long term purchase. The reason for leaving this review is to tell purchasers to READ THE INSTRUCTIONS! You MUST attach the garden hose and fill the pump with water by squeezing the handle on the wand until water comes out BEFORE starting the engine. Once you have water in the pump turn the hose down to a low flow then turn the gas on, apply choke then squeeze the handle on the wand again to release the water pressure THEN start the engine and fully open the garden hose to have maximum volume. When done turn the gas off and let the engine burn off the fuel in the carburetor. Don't let ethanol gas sit in the fuel tank longer than 30 days without emptying the gas tank. Old ethanol gas is ruining ALL small engines.

Im happy with it. But what I have found is that you have to understand what the GPM is good for. I have another pressure washer that is 20 to 25 years old, because I bought it used 17 years ago. Honda Motor and Cat pump are still going. But it is 4.5 GPM. If your washing down and cleaning a driveway the 4.5 GPM is much better. If you are washing a car, washing down a truck bed, using a small surface cleaner to clean the garage floor, the 2.5 GPM is good. The smaller pressure washer is much more quiet than my larger one. You can not adjust the pressure and it does not have a pressure gauge. But you can use an inline pressure gauge and use larger tips to reduce the pressure. I have 4.5 GPM tips from my other pressure washer and some warn 4.5 GPM tips. So, I can use those for lower pressure.

Followed the directions for startup and ran for an hour or so to test it out. No issues at all. Lightweight and powerful. The directions say this but be sure to let water run through the nozzle (hold the trigger down with the water on) for 30 seconds before trying to start. Otherwise it will be difficult to pull the starter handle.

the on-line information list the unit at 3,400 PSI. The manual indicates 3,200 PSI and the pump mfg says 3,000 PSI. The actual static pressure is 2,900 PSI The unit needs a un-loader. After 2 pulls to start, there is so much back pressure you have to trigger the gun to get it to start. Very un-safe!