The Bosch Fontus Gen 2 is a good buy if you need a mobile washer for places where theres no power outlet or poor access to water. It bends and twists without being damaged. 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. Unfortunately, it doesnt include a holder for the foam cannon, but it does include a case and holders for the three nozzles. With the fan jet nozzle you can quickly wash the car. But it's a pain that you have to then clean out the machine before you can use it for jobs where you don't want to use detergent. You're also locked into Krcher's range of detergents, as the bottle is a specific shape. For example, if you're going to wash your car you need to move the machine several times, which is a bit of a pain. Easy to use and fairly standard for homeowners who use a pressure washer sparingly, Water pressure: 135 bar Hose length: 8.9 m (measured) Power: 2100 W Hose type: Steel reinforced high-pressure hose Hose reel: Yes Min-max water capacity: 420-500 l/hr Water temperature (max): 40 degrees Noise level: Medium (Measured mean value: 77.1 dB) Accessories included: 15 nozzle 20/60, Vario nozzle, Zoom lance. You roll up the hose and push it in between the handle and the body of the machine, then simply lift the entire thing up. It produces extremely powerful vibrations and a very loud noise. The Nilfisk C-PG 130.2-8 PCDI X-TRA is a handy, compact pressure washer. For example, it's ideal for washing patio furniture or paved areas. Nor can you disconnect the nozzle from the hose, which makes it time-consuming to untangle it. But it isnt suitable for ingrained dirt. Water pressure is measured in bar and is important because it's a key factor in how well your pressure washer carries out its tasks. Note that damage due to freezing is not normally covered by the manufacturers guarantee. The big manufacturers normally include a nozzle with a rinsing effect for more delicate tasks and a rotating nozzle with a "cutting" effect for tasks where more power is required. More powerful pressure washers tend to be used more regularly as you realise how much time you can save by washing everything with it. For instance, one that delivers a thin blade of water works well for loosening dirt on concrete, but one that delivers a more dispersed stream might work better for spraying of a car. At the maximum position, you can easily wash away stuff like moss, as this is a pretty powerful setting. The AVA Go P55 is a portable pressure washer that's easy to carry and just as easy to store. The applications are endless. The Stihl RE 130 Plus is pretty heavy and not very portable. Unfortunately, it lacks a pressure gauge so youve got no idea what youve set it to. But if you want more water, you can connect it to a hose. But if you want to shift serious dirt there are probably better models out there.
But neither of these are the intended application for this machine. Having said that, the price is very reasonable. The AVA Master P60 is very well designed and easy to understand. The ones that come with it are good, but there could have been more given the price of the pressure washer. Selection of products and test results are in no way influenced by manufacturers, retailers or other internal or external parties. In our assessment we have focused on the following characteristics: Performance: What's the working pressure and water quantity? You should buy a surface cleaner to go with the machine if youre going to wash the patio. Another disadvantage is the hose. A short, stiff hose makes the work more of an effort and takes more time. If the hose had been more flexible, this wouldnt have happened as much. The hose is on a hose reel on the top of the pressure washer and easily goes all the way around a car. But its a little expensive compared to the competitors models, which means higher expectations. And the better the cleaning effect, the larger the area you can clean in a given period of time. Two nozzles are included, and these are stored loose in cavities on the machine body fair enough as a solution but not quite as good as some others where you store them in a closed compartment. Most have multiple settings that you can switch between to adjust the dispersion of the pressure. filter and float) Weight: 2 kg (excl. How quickly does it work? The Aquatak 140 comes with a plastic tube with a filter you can connect to ensure that no dirt emerges from the nozzle when you're using it. Does the pressure washer have any unique functions? You should also consider one with wheels for easy transportation. But the Stihl RE 170 Plus does cost a fair bit. It's a tried and tested design that works well.
The hose remains very flexible as long as it isn't too cold out. 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. This works fine as long as it's warm out. They must be comfortable to hold for long periods. How noisy is it? Or for tougher tasks such as removing stubborn roof coatings. The Krcher K5 Full Control is a powerful machine that easily removes dirt from both wood and metal. Everything from stickers to old paint residues quickly disappears. But another difference from its competitors is that it doesn't include a foam sprayer. 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 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. In this respect, it's reminiscent of cheaper pressure washers. Some cleaning products must be diluted first as they're a little bit too thick to mix effectively. There's a holder for the pistol nozzle on the machine body, and for the three other nozzles. So you could, for example, take it to the furthest corner of your garden or plot and use it even if theres no water supply there. Another major disadvantage is that the filter on the hose clogs very easily compared to competitors. This means that cleaning products are at the very end of the flow and don't go through the machine. You can use the pistol both with and without a lance, and the lance can be extended. 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. You don't want to buy an unnecessarily powerful model, as this will probably be unnecessarily expensive. Fortunately, the hose length and flexibility means that this doesn't happen very often. Instead you have to buy a container of detergent that you connect directly to the machine body. There are pressure washers in this price class that have a higher working pressure with foam that also produce good results, but we've never had results of this quality without having to apply elbow grease as well. If you follow this recommendation, it is less important how noisy the pressure washer is. Our best budget choice is its smaller sibling, the Husqvarna PW 235, from the same manufacturer, which has a long cord and plenty of power for its price class. Despite this weight, the pressure washer is easy to manoeuvre. The pistol has both a childproof catch and cruise control so you can lock it in the active position. This is really practical, and its easy to remove and clean the plastic tube. Especially since you can adjust the pressure for different tasks. The thickness and textile-like material of the hose - together with the pressure washer's carefully considered design - make the entire construction feel substantial. However, you can fold down the handle so the washer takes up less space during storage. View cart for details. The least powerful mode is more for watering flowers and the like. AVA Master P60 - BEST CHOICE PRESSURE WASHER, 2. What type of nozzles do you get with the pressure washer, and what tasks are they intended for? You have holders for two nozzles on the machine body, a fold-down aluminium handle and a jug that comes with it so you can mix chemicals. For example, you can stretch it out straight without the machine body overbalancing. Additionally, you can adjust the amount of pressure the washer is exerting. In addition to this, we have also tested specific areas with more extreme challenges. On slightly more advanced models, the pressure is instead adjusted via buttons, and on some models you can read the pressure on a display on the handle. slightly complicated installation/incomplete manual, could have had a higher maximum temperature, Feels more standard than the price tag might imply, Rigid and rather short hose, hose hook arrangement not really sufficient, non-folding handle, Good cleaning performance and storage facilities, no separate means of suspending the power cable, Can be disassembled so it takes up less space, rigid hose that jumps out of the water source. The Stihl RE 170 Plus is a pressure washer with a very high pressure and flow, so be careful what you aim the water jet at. This model has a slightly higher pressure and lower weight than its predecessor with almost the same name. Because its portable and can draw water like this, its just as convenient for use at your summer home or the canoe club as it is when you're washing your car at home. But if you're going to change to another nozzle, you have to undo a nut and unscrew the entire front 50 cm of the pistol. New and used gas pressure washers on eBay work well in a variety of places because they are easy to transport and don't require a cord and electrical outlet. The hose is very soft and flexible, while simultaneously being strong and sturdy. Then you reach the lance. The noise level that the machine emits is no higher than equivalent competitors, but the noise profile is rather unpleasant.
When you are done, wind the hose up and clamp it to the back of the machine. However, the hose is one of the worst we tested. The marking on this shows clearly how much foam youve chosen as you rotate the nozzle. And in between there is a wide range of models in the medium segment. 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. Can the pressure washer tolerate falling over? The hose leaves a lot to be desired. You can also easily set the pressure using buttons on the handle. The hose is also quite long. But dirt blaster mode gives full pressure, which is ideal for washing patio furniture, the patio itself or removing lighter coverings of moss. You can also store the attachments you need on the pressure washer for quick access. When youve finished using the pressure washer, you roll up the hose and push it in between the carrying handle and the machine body, which works really well. Functionality: What accessories are included? You want to be able to use a pressure washer in this price class with really hot water to remove oil and other tough dirt. And although it does a really good job, and can also wash with hot water as well, for the price we would have expected more. However, its only 8 metres long. Instead, you just have to see how it goes. Pressure washers are generally so noisy that some type of hearing protection should be worn. The included foam nozzle is attached to the front of the spray gun. What storage options does it have? One major advantage of the GHP 5-55 is that it has self-suction, which means it can draw water from unpressurised sources. This machine is easy to move over different types of surfaces. The accessories included are standard in terms of the competition, and the design is so similar to many other brands that several of them are interchangeable. You don't have to be aggressive at all, as the foam method that AVA recommend works better than expected. So you can rinse the mud off your bike after a ride, or rinse grass clippings from the lawnmower before they have dried. How ergonomic is it? Similarly, the cleaning effect can't be determined by the motor power of the machine, even though a higher power usually also means a better cleaning effect. When we measured how long it took to fill a bucket with ten litres of water, it took 3 minutes and 43 seconds. You can easily get all the way round the car, boat or whatever else it is that you're washing. But it's still a good buy. Together with the water pressure, the water flow determines the intensity of the water hitting the surface.
But its far from bad. The pressure washer sits firmly on the ground and is easy to move, even though it is quite heavy.
That issue aside, this is a fairly standard high-pressure washer. However we liked the handle on the top of the machine body. The neat size of the C-PG 130.2 also makes it easy to pack up and store out of the way when not in use. The noise level is normal for this type of machine. The fact that the hose is a bit longer than the one on the P40 makes a big difference to ease of use. The Husqvarna PW 235 is our best budget choice as a very good value for money pressure washer that copes with several tough tasks despite its compact size. Or alternatively youll need to buy an extension hose.
Theres no hose reel, but the hose is so short that this isnt much of an issue. But the nozzle you choose will determine how the pressure is distributed. The pressure washers have been used over several months for traditional tasks such as cleaning patios, faades and cars. The angled nozzle and the fact that it has self-suction are its primary advantages. At the same time the hose is quite stiff, especially in cold conditions, which makes it fiddly to handle. The Husqvarna PW 480 is excellent for washing a car, rinsing a faade, washing the patio free of moss and other such things. You will also want one that has several settings so you can use your power washer for many kinds of jobs. You can split the lance in the middle and spray water, but the pressure then becomes really poor. 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. This pressure washer includes what AVA call a Zoom lance. This, together with the fact that there is a closed storage space for the spare nozzles, makes this pressure washer very user-friendly. You should therefore make sure you store the pressure washer where it will never be exposed to temperatures below zero. The entire assembly consists of click fit functions, so you don't need to dig out a screwdriver. You attach the lance to the top of the handle. How stable is the pressure washer? You can press this in to lock the hose reel when the reel is fully wound in, which also keeps the crank out of the way. Even if you aren't normally sensitive to this, after just a few minutes the pistol can hurt your hand from the vibrations caused by the high pressure. And if you want to go longer periods of time without putting gas in it, you will want a larger gas tank. Some manufacturers and models support the use of an alternative water source. The working pressure is just right for the average home owner, particularly because the product uses foam. For example, you don't want to have water penetrate into the faade of your house or risk causing splinters on your decking by using too high a water pressure. Now you simply have to rotate it to get a completely different effect. One nozzle gives a hard jet, and you can rotate the nozzle to make the jet broader. The model we tested was the Bosch Fontus gen 2.
Nilfisk have been clever in their placement of the dosing container. Its a high-pressure washer with reasonable working pressure according to the specifications, but which in practice feels stronger than its claimed to be. The pressure washer is also easy to roll around and has a pull-out lifting handle.
The AVA Go P40 is a highly mobile pressure washer with two obvious advantages.
The price of pressure washers varies widely. In purely design terms, we like the idea that Bosch have made all the parts that interact red so you can see where you should attach the nozzles, press buttons and so on. For example, theres a solution that means the pressure washer is very stable regardless of how you pull it around.
We'd have liked it to have a higher tolerance for hot water. The K5 is an upmarket version of its smaller sibling, the K4. This provides a higher cleaning capacity, which means you can clean more types of surface - and do so more quickly. How easily does the pressure washer topple over? It isnt too hard, but nor does it give a feeling of refinement in the construction. 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. But given the great results you get from this pressure washer, this is actually a no-brainer.
The hose is an important component, both in terms of length and material. For example, it performs well and is easily good enough for domestic use. Changing the nozzles and connecting other accessories is very quick and easy. Theres a child lock on the pistol itself, which is a good idea because theres such enormously high pressure in the machine. It belongs to the Bosch green 18V series so you can share batteries with tools from the same manufacturer. The major disadvantage is the price, given what you get for your money. Fortunately, the pressure is adjustable, and you can see clearly which pressure setting youve chosen.
You need to think about your needs, and also understand how a pressure washer works and what functions are essential. Turbo mode does give you more power. If you attach the rotary nozzle, you can even remove lighter moss growth. You can also disassemble the gun and lance part. The included rotary nozzle is very effective, but creates vibrations which can be unpleasant if you use it for a long time. The Bosch GHP 5-55 Professional is a pressure washer in Boschs blue range, which means its classified as a professional machine. It's undoubtedly capable of basic tasks such as keeping the car clean, washing the faade of your house or cleaning the patio. The winder for the power cable works very well. The battery is easy to insert and remove. You place the lance in the carrying handle. The hose could also have been longer. 1. It becomes a bit stiffer at low temperatures, and tends to be difficult to stretch out completely. Bosch Home and Garden Fontus GEN II Baretool, Bosch Home and Garden Fontus Gen II BT Pressure washer 20 bar Cold water, A lot of performance and user-friendliness for your money, Water pressure: 160 bar Hose length: 10 m Power: 2300 W Hose type: Steel reinforced high-pressure hose Weight: 20.8 kg Min-max water capacity: 410-500 l/hr Hose reel: Yes Water temperature (max): 40 degrees Electric cable length: 5 m Noise level: Medium (Measured mean value: 84.3 dB) Accessories included: Fan jet nozzle, rotary nozzle, foam sprayer. This gives you nice constant operation. When you have the right information, it's easier to choose a couple of models and compare them. This means that the detergent never runs through the machine and you constantly have a good overview of the quantity remaining. The Krcher K5 Premium Full Control Plus is a medium strong pressure washer with an interesting pressure control solution. In addition, you can use it with hot water, which is better for stuff such as oil stains and the like. This problem doesn't occur with the fan jet nozzle. Otherwise the pump can create a vacuum, which can damage the machine.
The modern standard is a telescopic handle, which means that you can maintain a distance of about 20 cm from the surface youre standing on without having to stoop over.
The cleaning effect should therefore be the primary parameter when you buy a pressure washer. On the simpler models, the pressure is adjusted by rotating the nozzle and restricting the water flow. 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. 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. When youve finished washing, you wind the electric cable around the two pegs, reel in the hose onto the hose reel and lower the pull handle so that the machine takes up less space during storage. If you have the budget, it may therefore pay to buy a more powerful model in the long run. Unfortunately there's nowhere to hang the electric cable, but there are dedicated spaces for the other accessories.
Another good function is that you can connect the pistol directly to the hose, skipping the lance, when you dont need it. Is it possible to hang accessories and nozzles on the pressure washer itself when they aren't in use?
And when it comes time to put it away, you unfortunately can't fold the handle down. To protect the interior of the machine when using this type of water source, you insert a plastic filter into an adapter which prevents dirt from entering machine. This means you don't need high pressure, but instead work with different widths of nozzle.
This makes bigger jobs easier as you'd otherwise have had to change nozzle often. If you can afford it, and if you need such a powerful machine, it is a good buy. However, it's a bit of a shame that it can't cope with a higher water temperature given the price. Even though a more powerful model consumes more energy per second, it can still be more energy-efficient if it works sufficiently quickly. The hose should be sufficiently long, but also sufficiently flexible.
The chemicals are then automatically mixed into the flow. Even the power cable is of higher quality than usual. Instead of rinsing off dirt and grease, pressure washers essentially just strip the surface using very high pressure water. 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. It's not the most powerful model on the market, but given its neat size and weight it outperforms our expectations. Copyright 1995-2022 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. The hose rolls neatly onto the reel again when you have finished. 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. Trigger Lock M22 x 14MM, 221 product ratings - Annovi Reverberi Pressure Washer Water Pump Vertical SRMW2.2G26EZ AR SRMW2.2G26, 38 product ratings - NEW - Premium - Cold Water -Pressure Washer - PUMP -2600-2700 PSI 2.3 GPM -Ryobi, 22 product ratings - 7104223 VALVE REPAIR KIT FOR AAA AND OEM PRESSURE WASHER PUMPS, 8 product ratings - Generac 7901 - 3100 PSI Gas-powered Pressure Washer with PowerDial Gun, 13 product ratings - Ryobi 5 in 1 Pressure Washer Nozzle, 3 product ratings - Pressure Power Washer Pump 24mm Solid Shaft 3600 PSI 4.9GPM Belt Drive, 6 product ratings - PEGGAS 5000 PSI Pressure Washer Gun 3/8" Inlet 1/4" Female Outlet 10.5 GPM, 5 product ratings - Ryobi RY802925VNM 2,900 PSI 2.5 GPM Cold Water Gas Pressure Washer New, 11 product ratings - Simpson 60763 Megashot Pressure Washer New, 29 product ratings - Car Wash Snow Foam Lance Cannon Soap Bottle Sprayer For Pressure Washer Gun Jet, 40 product ratings - Simpson 40226 5/16" x 50' 3700 PSI M22 Gray Polyurethane Cover Morflex Pressure, 126 product ratings - 2600 PSI AR Pressure Washer Water Pump Troy Bilt Husky Briggs & Stratton, 1 product ratings - Ryobi RY803023 PSI 2.3 GPM Cold Water Gas Pressure Washer Black/Green, 2 product ratings - Black Max 3300 PSI Gas Pressure Washer, 212cc OHV Engine, 69 product ratings - 3100 PSI Commercial Grade Pressure Power Washer Water Pump Fits Simpson MSV3024, 20 product ratings - Briggs and Stratton 6206 Quick Connect Wand Extension Kit, 1 product ratings - Briggs and Stratton 704312 Pressure Washer Gun, 1 product ratings - Briggs and Stratton 317054GS Pump - Pressure Washer, 28 product ratings - Briggs and Stratton 6188 Pressure Washer Hose, 30' x 1/4", 14 product ratings - SIMPSON ALH4240 4200PSI 4GPM GX390 CAT PUMP GAS PRESSURE WASHER ALUMINUM FRAME, 16 product ratings - Annovi Reverberi RSV3G30 Pressure Washer Pump, Triplex, 3.0 GPM@3000 PSI, 3400 R, 33 product ratings - Simpson 61084 MegaShot 3400 PSI 2.5 GPM KOHLER SH265 Gas Pressure Washer New, 5 product ratings - Briggs and Stratton 207365GS Pressure Washer Pump, 13 product ratings - Ryobi RY31RN01 5 in 1 Pressure Washer Nozzle, 18 product ratings - Karcher 15 In Outdoor Surface Cleaner Attachment for Gas Power Pressure Washers, 1 product ratings - Pressure Washer Water Inlet Tube Replaces 190632GS, 24 product ratings - AR RMW2.2G24 Pump Repair Kit RMW2G24 SRMW2.2G26 AR Kit 42122 AR42122 70-464, 30 product ratings - AR RMV2.5G30 Pressure Washer Pump AR RMV2.5G30D 3/4" Shaft Repl Comet PX2530G, Other Outdoor Power Equipment Accessories.