Greenworks Pro 2300 PSI Brushless vs Sun Joe SPX3000 Electric Pressure
Both made our Best Pressure Washers for Driveways shortlist, at #1 and #3. Here's how they differ and who each one suits.
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Quick verdict
Choose the Greenworks Pro 2300 PSI Brushless Electric Pressure Washer if you want highest PSI-and-GPM combination of the electric models in this list, cuts driveway time noticeably versus sub-2000 PSI units. Choose the Sun Joe SPX3000 Electric Pressure Washer if you'd rather have highest ratings volume of any pressure washer in this category by a wide margin, over 40,000 ratings. Overall we rank the Greenworks Pro 2300 PSI Brushless Electric Pressure Washer higher: #1 versus #3 in our Best Pressure Washers for Driveways list.
Winner overall: Greenworks Pro 2300 PSI Brushless Electric Pressure Washer
Greenworks Pro 2300 PSI Brushless Electric Pressure Washer vs Sun Joe SPX3000 Electric Pressure Washer compared
Every difference that matters, in one table.
| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Our ranking | #1 of 4 in Best Pressure Washers for Driveways | #3 of 4 in Best Pressure Washers for Driveways |
| Pick label | Best overall | |
| Brand | Greenworks | Sun Joe |
| Key features | 2300 max PSI, 2.3 GPM max flow; TruBrushless motor with axial cam pump; 25-foot kink-resistant hose | 2030 max PSI, 1.76 GPM max flow; 1800-Watt / 14.5-Amp motor; Dual detergent tanks |
| Biggest strength | Highest PSI-and-GPM combination of the electric models in this list, cuts driveway time noticeably versus sub-2000 PSI units | Highest ratings volume of any pressure washer in this category by a wide margin, over 40,000 ratings |
| Main trade-off | Bulkier and heavier than compact electric models like the Greenworks GPW1501 | 2030 PSI is adequate but not class-leading, a two-car driveway with heavy staining takes longer than with the Greenworks Pro or Simpson MegaShot |
| Best for | driveways | driveways |
Which should you buy?
#1 pick · Best overall
Choose the Greenworks Pro 2300 PSI Brushless Electric Pressure Washer if…
- Highest PSI-and-GPM combination of the electric models in this list, cuts driveway time noticeably versus sub-2000 PSI units
- Brushless motor is quieter and rated for a longer service life than standard brushed motors
- 10-inch wheels make it easy to roll along a long driveway without dragging
Best for: driveways
Prefer the alternative? See the Sun Joe SPX3000 Electric Pressure Washer section.
#3 pick
Choose the Sun Joe SPX3000 Electric Pressure Washer if…
- Highest ratings volume of any pressure washer in this category by a wide margin, over 40,000 ratings
- Dual removable detergent tanks let you switch between a cleaner and a degreaser without refilling
- TSS (Total Stop System) shuts the pump off automatically when the trigger is released, reducing wear
Best for: driveways
Prefer the alternative? See the Greenworks Pro 2300 PSI Brushless Electric Pressure Washer section.
Pros and cons of each
Greenworks Pro 2300 PSI Brushless Electric Pressure Washer
Pros
- Highest PSI-and-GPM combination of the electric models in this list, cuts driveway time noticeably versus sub-2000 PSI units
- Brushless motor is quieter and rated for a longer service life than standard brushed motors
- 10-inch wheels make it easy to roll along a long driveway without dragging
Cons
- Bulkier and heavier than compact electric models like the Greenworks GPW1501
- Still needs a household outlet within cord range, a limitation gas units do not have
- No detergent auto-mix while spraying at full pressure, soap mode runs at reduced PSI
Sun Joe SPX3000 Electric Pressure Washer
Pros
- Highest ratings volume of any pressure washer in this category by a wide margin, over 40,000 ratings
- Dual removable detergent tanks let you switch between a cleaner and a degreaser without refilling
- TSS (Total Stop System) shuts the pump off automatically when the trigger is released, reducing wear
Cons
- 2030 PSI is adequate but not class-leading, a two-car driveway with heavy staining takes longer than with the Greenworks Pro or Simpson MegaShot
- Plastic wheels and frame feel less rugged than the Karcher K5's build
- No surface cleaner included, needs to be purchased separately for faster coverage
Greenworks Pro 2300 PSI Brushless Electric Pressure Washer vs Sun Joe SPX3000 Electric Pressure Washer: common questions
Which is better, the Greenworks Pro 2300 PSI Brushless Electric Pressure Washer or the Sun Joe SPX3000 Electric Pressure Washer?
Choose the Greenworks Pro 2300 PSI Brushless Electric Pressure Washer if you want highest PSI-and-GPM combination of the electric models in this list, cuts driveway time noticeably versus sub-2000 PSI units. Choose the Sun Joe SPX3000 Electric Pressure Washer if you'd rather have highest ratings volume of any pressure washer in this category by a wide margin, over 40,000 ratings. Overall we rank the Greenworks Pro 2300 PSI Brushless Electric Pressure Washer higher: #1 versus #3 in our Best Pressure Washers for Driveways list.
What is the difference between the Greenworks Pro 2300 PSI Brushless Electric Pressure Washer and the Sun Joe SPX3000 Electric Pressure Washer?
The Greenworks Pro 2300 PSI Brushless Electric Pressure Washer stands out because highest PSI-and-GPM combination of the electric models in this list, cuts driveway time noticeably versus sub-2000 PSI units, while the Sun Joe SPX3000 Electric Pressure Washer stands out because highest ratings volume of any pressure washer in this category by a wide margin, over 40,000 ratings. The trade-offs differ too: the Greenworks Pro 2300 PSI Brushless Electric Pressure Washer's main caveat is that bulkier and heavier than compact electric models like the Greenworks GPW1501, and the Sun Joe SPX3000 Electric Pressure Washer's is that 2030 PSI is adequate but not class-leading, a two-car driveway with heavy staining takes longer than with the Greenworks Pro or Simpson MegaShot.
Is the Greenworks Pro 2300 PSI Brushless Electric Pressure Washer worth it over the Sun Joe SPX3000 Electric Pressure Washer?
For most buyers, yes: it's our #1 pick. Consider the Sun Joe SPX3000 Electric Pressure Washer instead if bulkier and heavier than compact electric models like the Greenworks GPW1501 is a deal-breaker for you.
Who should buy the Sun Joe SPX3000 Electric Pressure Washer instead of the Greenworks Pro 2300 PSI Brushless Electric Pressure Washer?
The Sun Joe SPX3000 Electric Pressure Washer suits driveways, while the Greenworks Pro 2300 PSI Brushless Electric Pressure Washer is best for driveways.