12 best pressure washers

Modern man is surrounded by just a huge amount of all kinds of technology. Some devices, like a hob and a refrigerator, are extremely necessary, without them it is almost impossible to live a couple of days. The bulk just makes everyday tasks easier. These include washing machines, microwave ovens and more. Finally, there are devices that will be useful to only a small number of people. The heroes of our next rating, high pressure washers, are exactly the same.

Almost certainly, each of you saw these vehicles in car washes, where they famously coped with dirt on cars. A powerful jet escaping from the washing nozzle easily knocks out all the dirt and dust from the car, without spoiling the paintwork. However, to think that high-pressure washers are only needed for washing cars is wrong. These devices can be used in everyday life, especially for owners of country houses. With their help, you can clean the stone walkway, clean the facade and windows of the house, clean the carpets, remove the grime in the bath. You can even clean the pipes with a special nozzle. In general, the scope of application is limited only by your imagination.

High pressure washers, like most other equipment, are divided into models for domestic and professional use. Household appliances, as a rule, have a capacity not exceeding 2 kW. This is quite enough for a car wash (pressure 100-120 bar). It should be borne in mind that domestic models of sinks are not designed for serious loads, and therefore are not recommended for use more than two hours a day. For longer loads suitable professional-class sinks. Their power is somewhat larger - from 3 kW (pressure about 200 bar), higher and reliability. Which class to give your preference is up to you. We only gathered the best representatives in our traditional ranking.

The best cheap household sinks: a budget of up to 10,000 rubles.

We start with the most budget representatives of high pressure washers. These models can rightly be called "kids." First, they are quite compact, which not only saves space in the pantry, but also simplifies use. Secondly, they have engines that are slightly weaker than those of expensive models. Due to this, water consumption is much less, but the quality of cleaning does not suffer from this. Finally, the younger generation has a significantly simplified configuration, functionality and short hoses.

Based on the above, low-cost high-pressure washers should be recommended by the owner of small areas and compact machines. The best representatives of the class, as usual, in our ranking.

4 Karcher K 2 Basic

Car washers from Kärcher are simply extremely popular with both ordinary car enthusiasts and professional car washers.In this category, we look at the youngest model - K2 Basic. This is the cheapest, but very well made washing. It is not necessary to require high pressure from it - yet an engine of “only” 1400 W is installed. However, for washing small cars, motorcycles and garden equipment of the device is enough with the head. The main advantages are ranked very compact dimensions and low weight, so that the lack of shipping wheels does not cause problems. True, compactness influenced the length of the hose, which is why the K2 Basic will constantly have to be dragged along. Only one substantial minus is a very poor equipment. A branded accessories Karcher are not cheap.

Advantages:

• Very compact dimensions and light weight (only 4 kg)
• Cheapness

Disadvantages:

• Poor enough equipment
• Short hose and power cord

3 Daewoo Power Products DAW-400

The budget household sink of the initial level, the advantages of which are expressed in optimal indicators of weight (only 5.8 kg) and high build quality. Consuming 1.5 kW of power from the network, Daewoo Power Products DAW-400 has a water consumption of 420 l / h, which is the best indicator among competitors. Similarly, it is possible to identify and quite acceptable fluid pressure at the hose outlet: 120 bar for domestic needs will come in handy.

User reviews draw the image of Daewoo Power Products DAW-400 in a very positive light. In particular, the precise fitting of metal and plastic parts to each other deserves special mention, due to which a high level of aesthetics and reliability of the model is achieved. It also notes the function of self-collection of water and a small but pleasant trifle in the form of a bottle of detergent in the kit. This is a very suitable device for the home, ensuring maximum return on the washing process.

2 Huter W165-AR

The model from the company Huter fully justifies its affiliation to high pressure washers. Thanks to the 1.9 kW motor, the sink gives a very decent 165 bar pressure for this class. As you understand, this is more than enough for washing the car, and for cleaning all kinds of surfaces and carpets. At the same time, water consumption is not much different from weaker competitors - only 375 liters per hour of operation. Finally, it is worth noting the ability to work the sink without connecting to the water supply network - a very useful feature for uncomfortable houses.

Advantages:

• Highest pressure - 165 bar
• Sink can work with hot water (to 50 degrees)
• There is a water intake from the tank
• There is a convenient hose reel

1 Bosch AQT 35-12

Bosch products are good in many areas. The Germans managed to create an excellent pressure washer. Of course, this model is not ahead of the competitors in all respects, but the combination of quite good characteristics and the average price makes this model an excellent choice for those who are not ready to lay out huge sums for professional equipment.

The main advantage of washing is excellent quality. All connections have seals, fastened securely. Also worth noting is a pump made of metal, which significantly increases the reliability of the design. There are no claims to power. On the contrary, some buyers advise not to use a mud mill to wash a car - a very powerful head that can damage paintwork.

Advantages:

• Excellent quality of materials and assembly
• Auto off when releasing the trigger
• The lowest water consumption - 350 l / h
• Sophisticated design: on the retractable handle there is a place for the hose and power cord, from the sides - pockets for nozzles
• In the set is a universal nozzle: fan, mud and pinpoint

Disadvantages:

• The kit is not a very good foam generator - it is better to immediately buy a better quality

The best household sinks: price-quality

The second category in our rating, at first glance, differs little from the previous one. These are all the same domestic sinks that are suitable only for use in the home, where no permanent loads are assumed. But the differences are still quite significant. First of all, sinks from this category have increased by about a quarter the power and consumption of water. The maximum pressure is not higher, but the power regulator is increasingly common. And in general, additional features are a bit more than in the budget class.

Models from the category of "price-quality", thanks to sufficiently long hoses, can be recommended for purchase to happy owners of large areas and owners of large cars. Of course, you have to fork out for a tidy sum, but it's worth it. Competently spend their money will help our rating.

4 Greenworks g4

The GreenWorks G4 high pressure washer is a fairly “even” model for domestic use, which showed good performance over several seasons of intensive use. Despite the narrow threshold for regulating the output pressure (from 90 to 130 bar), it shows itself very well when washing car bodies and washing carpets with a dense pile - low operating modes do not need it. It consumes 1700 watts of power from the network, and for this indicator it is inferior to some competitors, but from a higher price segment.

User feedback speaks of the excellent value for money of GreenWorks G4, complaining about minor flaws from a design point of view. In particular, they like the length of the high pressure hose (6 meters), but some consider it harsh. The exterior trim of the model's case, made of thin plastic, is also slightly attacked. With an awkward appeal, it can really break, but ... how organically it looks!

3 Makita HW 132

Sink HW 132, like all other equipment from the Japanese from Makita has a very good quality. True, it is worth paying attention to the country of production. Italian models do not cause any problems even after 2-3 seasons of use, while the Chinese ... you understand. In general, if you do not pay attention to the place of assembly, washing offers very interesting characteristics. This is the most powerful engine in the ranking, and the ability to work with hot water. Also worth noting is a very nice and comfortable look. The hose reel is built into the housing, and on the back surface there is a niche for the power cord and additional nozzles - comfortable and beautiful.

Advantages:

• The most powerful motor in the rating - 2.1 kW (pressure up to 140 bar)
• Works with hot water - up to 50 degrees
• Long hose - 8 meters
• Sophisticated and beautiful body

Disadvantages:

• Chinese car washes do not differ in quality
• There is no water intake function from the tank.

2 Nilfisk-ALTO Compact C 125.7-6 X-TRA

A very high-quality model of a high-pressure washer from the Danish company Nilfisk-ALTO, the main advantage of which is reliable assembly, got into the rating. Thousands of satisfied consumers keep saying this tirelessly - the device for everyday use has really been assembled. Contrary to the fashion of plastic pumps, whose service life may be no longer at first, Compact C 125.7-6 X-TRA uses an aluminum pump. This significantly increases the working life of the body of water supply and ensures the constancy of the pressure parameters at the hose outlet (at the level of 125 bar).

As for the technical characteristics, for their price category they are selected optimally. The power supply requires 1.5 kW of power and can boast a flow rate of 460 l / h.Its only drawback is a weak foam generator that cannot cope with its direct purpose. However, the situation is resolved by simply purchasing a new one, and installing it instead of the regular one.

1 Stihl RE 108

This high pressure washer from Stihl is not for nothing is very popular among buyers. At the lowest cost in the class, the model is able to provide the user with good performance and quality. The weakest motor in the top three gives a record 1700 W, which allows for a pressure of only 110 bar. But the ability to reduce pressure to 10 bar will be very useful in some situations. Also worth noting is the compact size and the lowest mass in the class. The only significant remark is only for ergonomics - a long hose is simply wound on the back surface of the sink, which is not very convenient.

Advantages:

• Wide range of pressure adjustment - from 10 to 110 bar
• Small dimensions and weight (only 15 kg)
• Fan and mud nozzles included
• On the case there is a place for storage of nozzles, hose and power cord

The best professional car wash

We finish the rating with the most interesting pressure washers in all respects. As you understand, the approach to professional technology is slightly different. First of all, manufacturers are focusing on reliability - yet these devices will have to work for several hours in a row, which means that the device must withstand increased load. Also different power - at least 3 kW. The pressure is appropriate, and therefore it is not worth giving these monsters in the hands of inexperienced users. If you don’t kill yourself, you’ll spoil the paint on the car. Water consumption ... I think you have already understood - in the professional-level car washes everything is more powerful, longer, bigger and more reliable. The price is also higher, where do without it.

Acquire such devices ordinary people are not worth it. For home use, perhaps the most "junior" models. The potential of top players simply will not be revealed. It is much more reasonable to purchase these high-pressure washers for use in car washes, service stations and cleaning companies. The traditional top three is waiting for you.

4 Stihl RE 128 Plus

Expensive household sink with the manners of a professional model, the level of equipment which fully meets the high demands of users. It consumes about 2300 W from the mains, delivering up to 500 l / h of water and having a wide range of output pressure settings (from 10 to 150 bar). It has a "chip" in the form of preheating water to a temperature of 60 degrees Celsius, which persists until the outlet nozzle. In addition, it is equipped with a high pressure hose, the length of which reaches 9 meters.

According to consumers, not so long ago, Stihl RE 128 Plus enjoyed the fame of the highest quality and priority car wash in the entire market in general, and in the company's lineup in particular. However, in view of the rise in prices, its purchase gradually turned into a category not the most justified. Yes, the car wash is still wonderful both in terms of work and in terms of ergonomics, but its maintenance is now much more expensive.

3 Makita HW151

The car wash of Makita HW151 represents one more model for use of the house with pronounced professional parameters. Possessing energy consumption in the region of 2.5 kW, it produces up to 150 bar of pressure, due to which it (still) does not harm the paintwork of the car body and effectively knocks even the most resistant dirt. The pump casing, included in the design of the sink, is made of brass - a rather heavy, but wear-resistant copper-based alloy. The pistons, in turn, are made of ceramics, which also determine their durability.

Having no complaints about the working part of Makita HW151, users are somewhat indignant regarding the quality of its assembly. In their numerous reviews, they advise to carefully inspect all the joints and fasteners, while simultaneously pulling in and fixing them. The case is simple, but time-consuming. However, in other aspects of the washing manifests itself just amazing.

2 Portotecnica Elite 2840 T

The first thing you notice in this car wash is design. It feels like the model was developed 30 years ago, and after that it was never updated. But you absolutely forget about this little nuance at the first use. Of course, the characteristics are not record-breaking, but also a 5.3 kW motor, providing pressure up to 190 bar, is more than enough even for professional car washes. But what can not please, it is reliability. According to some users, these devices operate at a constant load for about 10 years. The main thing is to maintain the equipment in time. Thus, the Elite 2840T is the best choice for car washes, where not only quality but also reliability is appreciated.

Advantages:

• High performance - 190 bar, water consumption - 780 l / h
• Very high reliability with proper maintenance.
• Long high pressure hose - 10 meters
• Large volume of shampoo tank - 7.5 liters

1 KARCHER K 5 Premium

The real bestseller of the last season - the Karcher K5 Premium car wash - is a benchmark for quality and work efficiency. Due to the relatively low energy consumption (2.1 kW), the pressure of 145 bar at the outlet of the hose looks just wonderful, as does the water flow equal to 500 l / h. The equipment of a mud mill is also worthy of special mention, as well as a complete high-pressure hose, which is 8 meters long.

User feedback often correlates Karcher K5 Premium with other models of the German company, noting the absolute stability of work throughout its life. Yes, it does not heat water above 40 degrees Celsius, it has (like all washes in practice) a weak steam generator, but in terms of convenience, the overall quality and power of work far surpasses the competition. The unequivocal leader of consumer opinion, deserving to hit the top of the best.

How to choose a high pressure washer for cars

The choice of high pressure washer is associated with a number of specific nuances associated with the selection of characteristics for certain conditions of use. In addition, difficulties are associated with the abundance of proposals from various companies, so not only beginners, but also experienced users can “get lost” in this situation. To avoid this, we recommend paying special attention to the following parameters:

Type of water intake. As a rule, now manufacturers produce universal sinks that can use water from both the plumbing system and limited capacity. However, it should be borne in mind that when water is taken from the tanks, the fluid pressure at the outlet of the hose will drop by about 20-30 bar. Consequently, models with a pressure of 120 bar for autonomous car washing (not from the system) will no longer work.

Pressure. The key parameter of the wash, characterizing the degree of fitness for washing old dirt. If the body of your car constantly takes on a "mud" blow, then you should give preference to washers, the output pressure of which approaches the mark of 150 bar. But to wash off light dirt, washing with 120-130 bar at maximum speed will be a sufficient option.

Performance. This parameter is characterized by the amount of fluid consumed, as well as the size of the spot of contact of the jet with the surface being cleaned. With other things being equal (the same pressure and performance), it is better to give preference to that car wash that has a higher flow rate - thus you will noticeably reduce the time for washing your car (or other things to be cleaned).

Power. The key characteristic of the power supply washing, directly affecting its performance and maximum pressure. We strongly recommend to pay attention to the power in the very last turn, giving preference to the initial selection of the two parameters listed above.

Pump and piston material. An aspect that determines the durability and maintainability of high-pressure washers. In low-cost household models and products of the middle price segment most often used plastic pumps, characterized by low wear resistance and durability. More expensive models use pumps with brass and silumin housings, the resource of which is incomparable with plastic analogues (besides, they are maintainable). As for the pistons, they most often use ceramics and metal-ceramic as a material of “average life expectancy” in washers. Ideally, you should choose such devices in which the most durable metal pistons are installed.

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