Something went wrong. The telescopic handle makes the Krcher K5 easy to move while also being easy to store. Design: What material is the pressure washer made from? The hose is very soft and flexible, while simultaneously being strong and sturdy. Another major disadvantage is that the filter on the hose clogs very easily compared to competitors. These include packets for cleaning vehicles and different types of brushes and handles. If youre looking for a highly portable and easily stored pressure washer for washing your boat, summer home patio or similar things, this is an excellent choice. The hose is a bit on the short side at only four metres. The design of the machine is similar to that of several competitors. It's not the most powerful model on the market, but given its neat size and weight it outperforms our expectations. Ergonomics play a major role in pressure washer handles. With this machine it's more about whether or not the hose is long enough for what you intend to wash with it. Given the power, the construction and the slightly lower price than similar models from other brands, this is a very good buy for anyone seeking a pressure washer that can cope with a wide range of tasks. But the rotating section can even be locked in place so it doesnt rotate when you're moving the machine. Using a pressure washer you can quickly clean large areas without any great effort. The hose remains very flexible as long as it isn't too cold out. You can also fold the handle up or down, and thus get a good grip when moving it or make it more compact when storing it. The Krcher K5 Premium Full Control Plus is a medium strong pressure washer with an interesting pressure control solution. You then avoid the inconvenience of cleaning products remaining in the machine after it has been used. 
What storage options does it have? When you decide to buy a pressure washer, there's a whole load of things you should think about before deciding which one to go for. If you plan on transporting your washer, smaller and more compact could suit your needs better because it will be easier to transport. 
If you want a really high-performance pressure washer, where pressure, water flow and water temperature are important, the PW480 is a good value choice.
The hose is 8 m long, robust and sufficiently flexible although its stiffer than the best hoses in our test. We tested different chemicals with reasonable results. The filter is a little difficult to get out when you clean it because it is quite a tight fit. Nilfisk Hochdruckreiniger C-PG 130.2-8 PCDI X-tra 128470713, Long hose and tough performance in a reasonably priced package, Water pressure: 180 bar (max working pressure 140 bar) Hose length: 12.8 m Power: 2900 W Hose type: Steel-reinforced pressure washer hose Hose reel: Yes Weight: 27.8 kg Water quantity min-max: 540-610 l/h Water temperature (max): 60 degrees Noise level: 89 dB Accessories included: Two nozzles, cleaning needle. The pressure washer comes with a standard accessory kit. If the temperature isnt really important, however, the smaller PW360 is an even more affordable alternative. In practice, you get enough power to wash things as long as the dirt hasnt yet dried on. Theres plenty of pressure in the jet, and it works fine for cleaning most things in a domestic environment everything from rinsing off decking to washing the car. How easily does the pressure washer topple over? You can split the lance in the middle and spray water, but the pressure then becomes really poor. What primarily distinguishes the more expensive from the cheaper pressure washers is performance and functionality. The battery life, on the other hand, is good.
These versatile pressure washers can be used to remove dirt, mold, paint, and gum from a variety of surfaces, including concrete, siding, fencing, and vehicles. It's long enough to go all around the car, and the hose is easy to reel back in when it's time to move the pressure washer. The type you'll need depends on the material you're working on.
lance) Power: 3300 W Hose type: Steel-reinforced pressure washer hose Hose reel: Yes Weight: 31 kg Water quantity min-max: 570-648 l/h Water temperature (max): 60 degrees Accessories included: Two nozzles, cleaning needle. You attach the lance to the top of the handle. What guarantee does it have? In general, budget models have a water pressure of less than 120 bar, while premium models have at least 140 bar, and often more. It's also possible to store the majority of accessories on the machine, and it has a hose reel on the top. It starts at 50 bar and can go up to 150 bar. The Stihl RE 170 Plus has a slightly misleading name, as it maxes out at 150 bar. This is important because the machine doesn't weigh very much, which means that it easily tips over if you jerk the hose when it's fully extended. The amount of pressure that your pressure washer delivers will depend on the psi rating on the washer and the type of nozzle that you use. Water pressure: 22 bar Battery: 18 V, tested with 4 Ah Battery life: 45 mins (11.25 mins/Ah) Hose: No information Hose length: 6.1 m (measured value, incl. This is located on the nozzle, which means that you can constantly keep track of how much detergent you have left. Despite this weight, the pressure washer is easy to manoeuvre. However, it isn't merely the water pressure that's important, but also the water quantity, and this is normally around 300-500 litres an hour. But the nozzle you choose will determine how the pressure is distributed. The pressure washer has an intelligent spray gun solution where you rotate the nozzle to get different types of strength and water movement. But thats about it for this machines main advantages. Is it possible to hang accessories and nozzles on the pressure washer itself when they aren't in use? Most will have a range of settings, and you can choose to have a blade-like stream, a pointed stream, a light spray with less pressure, and many other variations. The cover for the battery protects it from moisture. This pressure washer falls into the slightly more expensive price segment, which means that we have extra high expectations in terms of performance. So you have to make sure the water you use is clean. Unfortunately there's nowhere to hang the electric cable, but there are dedicated spaces for the other accessories. When you are done, wind the hose up and clamp it to the back of the machine. This means that the detergent never runs through the machine and you constantly have a good overview of the quantity remaining. The very cheapest models cost less than 100, while more expensive domestic models can be more than 1000. The only other thing we'd have liked to see is somewhere to suspend the power cable on the machine itself. The Stihl RE 98 provides a good amount of pressure. This pressure washer includes what AVA call a Zoom lance. You can quickly undo slacken it by turning one of the pegs, and then the entire length of the cable can then be removed at once. It bends and twists without being damaged. But the hose is very soft and flexible, while still being robust. It's easy to assemble and has a useful bracket on the side for the power cable. A pressure washer which is ineffective doesnt simply mean that you spend more time on cleaning tasks, but also that you consume more energy. But we do like the fact that it can cope with water temperatures of up to 50 degrees. The included foam nozzle is attached to the front of the spray gun. The price of pressure washers varies widely. Unfortunately, it doesnt include a holder for the foam cannon, but it does include a case and holders for the three nozzles. There are no good instructions for this in the manual which makes the installation unnecessarily time-consuming. You need to think about your needs, and also understand how a pressure washer works and what functions are essential. How ergonomic is it? Two advantages of the construction are that the hose reel can be locked and that the machine body has a plate you can put your foot on so the machine doesnt move when you pull on the hose. The noise level is normal for this type of machine. This gives you a good idea of how much water is used up per session. Water pressure: 20-145 bar Hose length: 7.7 m Hose type: High-pressure hose Hose reel: Yes Weight: 13.1 kg Length: 411 mm Width: 305 mm Height: 584 mm Water quantity min-max-: 500 l/hr** Water temperature (max):** 40 degrees Remote control: No Electric cable length: 4.9 m Noise level: Average (Measured mean value: 85.8 dB) Accessories included: Rotary and fan jet nozzle, adapter for garden hose. The fact that there's no separate means of suspending the power cable also constitutes a negative mark in terms of user-friendliness. But it's a very powerful machine and the long, steel reinforced high-pressure hose is very flexible. This means you don't need high pressure, but instead work with different widths of nozzle. You can use the pistol both with and without a lance, and the lance can be extended. The two kg weight it has lost do make a big difference if you need to carry the pressure washer any sort of distance, because it will weigh even more when the water tank of 15 litres is filled to the brim. Situations often occur where it's easier to move the pressure washer than it is to roll out more hose.
The pressure washers have been used over several months for traditional tasks such as cleaning patios, faades and cars. Note that damage due to freezing is not normally covered by the manufacturers guarantee. Pressure washers are generally so noisy that some type of hearing protection should be worn. For example, we have tested performance at different distances by washing off paint residues and stickers from different materials, moss from garden walls and algae from shed roofs and trampolines. The hose is on a hose reel on the top of the pressure washer and easily goes all the way around a car. We have scored each pressure washer according to its value for money; in other words how good it is in each area in relation to its price tag. The included accessories consist of just two nozzles. The machine is stable and easy to store as a result of the hose reel and telescopic handle. They must be comfortable to hold for long periods. Ryobi Ry18Pw22A-0 18V One+ Cordless Power Washer (Bare Tool), Ryobi RY18PW22A-0 18V ONE Cordless 22bar Power Washer (Bare Tool), 18 V. The pressure washer is the king of outdoor cleaning, and for good reason. Theres a child lock on the pistol itself, which is a good idea because theres such enormously high pressure in the machine. The Nilfisk 150.2-10 X-TRA is a powerful pressure washer with a high maximum water temperature, which means that you can easily remove even ground in dirt. The P80 also has a crank on the hose reel that locks the reel so the hose doesnt roll out by mistake when youre transporting or storing the pressure washer between uses. 1. Despite that, the pressure on the PW 480 is really good. Stihl have certainly invested in quality with this machine. Providing that the water pressure is sufficiently high, the water flow multiplied by the water pressure determines, at least theoretically, the cleaning effect of the pressure washer. However, quite a lot of vibration arises when you use the rotary nozzle, which can be unpleasant over a longer session.
What storage options does it have? When you decide to buy a pressure washer, there's a whole load of things you should think about before deciding which one to go for. If you plan on transporting your washer, smaller and more compact could suit your needs better because it will be easier to transport. If you want a really high-performance pressure washer, where pressure, water flow and water temperature are important, the PW480 is a good value choice. The hose is 8 m long, robust and sufficiently flexible although its stiffer than the best hoses in our test. We tested different chemicals with reasonable results. The filter is a little difficult to get out when you clean it because it is quite a tight fit. Nilfisk Hochdruckreiniger C-PG 130.2-8 PCDI X-tra 128470713, Long hose and tough performance in a reasonably priced package, Water pressure: 180 bar (max working pressure 140 bar) Hose length: 12.8 m Power: 2900 W Hose type: Steel-reinforced pressure washer hose Hose reel: Yes Weight: 27.8 kg Water quantity min-max: 540-610 l/h Water temperature (max): 60 degrees Noise level: 89 dB Accessories included: Two nozzles, cleaning needle. The pressure washer comes with a standard accessory kit. If the temperature isnt really important, however, the smaller PW360 is an even more affordable alternative. In practice, you get enough power to wash things as long as the dirt hasnt yet dried on. Theres plenty of pressure in the jet, and it works fine for cleaning most things in a domestic environment everything from rinsing off decking to washing the car. How easily does the pressure washer topple over? You can split the lance in the middle and spray water, but the pressure then becomes really poor. What primarily distinguishes the more expensive from the cheaper pressure washers is performance and functionality. The battery life, on the other hand, is good.
These versatile pressure washers can be used to remove dirt, mold, paint, and gum from a variety of surfaces, including concrete, siding, fencing, and vehicles. It's long enough to go all around the car, and the hose is easy to reel back in when it's time to move the pressure washer. The type you'll need depends on the material you're working on.
lance) Power: 3300 W Hose type: Steel-reinforced pressure washer hose Hose reel: Yes Weight: 31 kg Water quantity min-max: 570-648 l/h Water temperature (max): 60 degrees Accessories included: Two nozzles, cleaning needle. You attach the lance to the top of the handle. What guarantee does it have? In general, budget models have a water pressure of less than 120 bar, while premium models have at least 140 bar, and often more. It's also possible to store the majority of accessories on the machine, and it has a hose reel on the top. It starts at 50 bar and can go up to 150 bar. The Stihl RE 170 Plus has a slightly misleading name, as it maxes out at 150 bar. This is important because the machine doesn't weigh very much, which means that it easily tips over if you jerk the hose when it's fully extended. The amount of pressure that your pressure washer delivers will depend on the psi rating on the washer and the type of nozzle that you use. Water pressure: 22 bar Battery: 18 V, tested with 4 Ah Battery life: 45 mins (11.25 mins/Ah) Hose: No information Hose length: 6.1 m (measured value, incl. This is located on the nozzle, which means that you can constantly keep track of how much detergent you have left. Despite this weight, the pressure washer is easy to manoeuvre. However, it isn't merely the water pressure that's important, but also the water quantity, and this is normally around 300-500 litres an hour. But the nozzle you choose will determine how the pressure is distributed. The pressure washer has an intelligent spray gun solution where you rotate the nozzle to get different types of strength and water movement. But thats about it for this machines main advantages. Is it possible to hang accessories and nozzles on the pressure washer itself when they aren't in use? Most will have a range of settings, and you can choose to have a blade-like stream, a pointed stream, a light spray with less pressure, and many other variations. The cover for the battery protects it from moisture. This pressure washer falls into the slightly more expensive price segment, which means that we have extra high expectations in terms of performance. So you have to make sure the water you use is clean. Unfortunately there's nowhere to hang the electric cable, but there are dedicated spaces for the other accessories. When you are done, wind the hose up and clamp it to the back of the machine. This means that the detergent never runs through the machine and you constantly have a good overview of the quantity remaining. The very cheapest models cost less than 100, while more expensive domestic models can be more than 1000. The only other thing we'd have liked to see is somewhere to suspend the power cable on the machine itself. The Stihl RE 98 provides a good amount of pressure. This pressure washer includes what AVA call a Zoom lance. You can quickly undo slacken it by turning one of the pegs, and then the entire length of the cable can then be removed at once. It bends and twists without being damaged. But the hose is very soft and flexible, while still being robust. It's easy to assemble and has a useful bracket on the side for the power cable. A pressure washer which is ineffective doesnt simply mean that you spend more time on cleaning tasks, but also that you consume more energy. But we do like the fact that it can cope with water temperatures of up to 50 degrees. The included foam nozzle is attached to the front of the spray gun. The price of pressure washers varies widely. Unfortunately, it doesnt include a holder for the foam cannon, but it does include a case and holders for the three nozzles. There are no good instructions for this in the manual which makes the installation unnecessarily time-consuming. You need to think about your needs, and also understand how a pressure washer works and what functions are essential. How ergonomic is it? Two advantages of the construction are that the hose reel can be locked and that the machine body has a plate you can put your foot on so the machine doesnt move when you pull on the hose. The noise level is normal for this type of machine. This gives you a good idea of how much water is used up per session. Water pressure: 20-145 bar Hose length: 7.7 m Hose type: High-pressure hose Hose reel: Yes Weight: 13.1 kg Length: 411 mm Width: 305 mm Height: 584 mm Water quantity min-max-: 500 l/hr** Water temperature (max):** 40 degrees Remote control: No Electric cable length: 4.9 m Noise level: Average (Measured mean value: 85.8 dB) Accessories included: Rotary and fan jet nozzle, adapter for garden hose. The fact that there's no separate means of suspending the power cable also constitutes a negative mark in terms of user-friendliness. But it's a very powerful machine and the long, steel reinforced high-pressure hose is very flexible. This means you don't need high pressure, but instead work with different widths of nozzle. You can use the pistol both with and without a lance, and the lance can be extended. The two kg weight it has lost do make a big difference if you need to carry the pressure washer any sort of distance, because it will weigh even more when the water tank of 15 litres is filled to the brim. Situations often occur where it's easier to move the pressure washer than it is to roll out more hose.
The pressure washers have been used over several months for traditional tasks such as cleaning patios, faades and cars. Note that damage due to freezing is not normally covered by the manufacturers guarantee. Pressure washers are generally so noisy that some type of hearing protection should be worn. For example, we have tested performance at different distances by washing off paint residues and stickers from different materials, moss from garden walls and algae from shed roofs and trampolines. The hose is on a hose reel on the top of the pressure washer and easily goes all the way around a car. We have scored each pressure washer according to its value for money; in other words how good it is in each area in relation to its price tag. The included accessories consist of just two nozzles. The machine is stable and easy to store as a result of the hose reel and telescopic handle. They must be comfortable to hold for long periods. Ryobi Ry18Pw22A-0 18V One+ Cordless Power Washer (Bare Tool), Ryobi RY18PW22A-0 18V ONE Cordless 22bar Power Washer (Bare Tool), 18 V. The pressure washer is the king of outdoor cleaning, and for good reason. Theres a child lock on the pistol itself, which is a good idea because theres such enormously high pressure in the machine. The Nilfisk 150.2-10 X-TRA is a powerful pressure washer with a high maximum water temperature, which means that you can easily remove even ground in dirt. The P80 also has a crank on the hose reel that locks the reel so the hose doesnt roll out by mistake when youre transporting or storing the pressure washer between uses. 1. Despite that, the pressure on the PW 480 is really good. Stihl have certainly invested in quality with this machine. Providing that the water pressure is sufficiently high, the water flow multiplied by the water pressure determines, at least theoretically, the cleaning effect of the pressure washer. However, quite a lot of vibration arises when you use the rotary nozzle, which can be unpleasant over a longer session.