Is your garden path or patio is looking tired and dirty? Does your car or mountain bike need a good clean? If so, a pressure washer, aka power washer, is just the tool you need. Here’s a list of things you can clean with a pressure washer:
- bicycles
- cars
- caravans
- decking
- driveways
- drains
- fences
- garden furniture
- garden tools
- gutters
- patios
- motorcycles
- scooters
- steps
- vans
- walls
- walkways
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How Does a Pressure Washer Work?
Pressure washers work by drawing water in one end and blasting it out the other end. Water is usually fed from a mains supply via a garden hose. An electric pump in the pressure washer sucks in the water and pushes it out at a very higher pressure. The force of the water removes dirt and grime effortlessly, saving you time and energy.
Kärcher K2 Compact Pressure Washer
- Weighs just 4.5 kg
- One-way and dirt blaster spray lances
- Detergent suction hose
- Onboard accessory storage
- Integrated carry handle
- 2 year warranty
Includes
Kärcher is a name that’s synonymous with pressure washers and the K2 Compact is one of their entry-level models. The K2 Compact is the lightest pressure washer on the list, weighing just 4.5 kg with accessories. Despite this, it still delivers the same cleaning power as the Kärcher K2 Full Control and Ryobi RPW110B that are also featured.
The K2 Compact is bundled with a trigger gun, a one-way lance and a dirt blaster lance for removing stubborn dirt. The 4-metre hose gives a decent amount of reach, but if you do need a bit more length there are hose extensions available. At the back, there’s a suction hose if you want to use detergent. It’s not as neat a solution as the Plug and Clean system used in other Kärcher models but it does the job.
If your garage or shed is short on space and want a pressure washer that’s light and compact the Kärcher K2 Full Control will make a good choice. Also, as it’s a Kärcher, there’s plenty of accessories available for it.
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Ryobi RPW110B Pressure Washer
- Turbo and spray nozzle wands
- Jet foam bottle
- On-board storage for accessories
- Integrated carry handle
- 2 year warranty, 3 years when registered
Includes
The Ryobi RPW110B is a stylish pressure washer that has a sturdy design. It produces a maximum pressure of 110 bar and a flow rate of 360 l/h, which is similar to the Kärcher K2. While not earth-shattering, this is enough power for cleaning what Ryobi class as ‘lightly dirty’ surfaces.
Unlike the Kärcher K2, setting up the RPW110B does involve some assembly to put it together. But before you start panicking, the most complicated part is attaching the handle using some screws which is fairly easy. The Ryobi RPW110B comes with spray and turbo nozzle wands, a trigger gun, detergent bottle and a 5-metre hose. Most of these accessories are stored onboard the washer, which is very handy when it comes to storing it.
Overall, the Ryobi RPW110B is a good looking and lightweight pressure washer from a market leader in power tools. It comes with a 3-year warranty which is always reassuring and like the Kärcher K2, you’ll find a range of accessories available that will increase its versatility.
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Norse SK90 Compact Electric Pressure Washer
- Rotary and triangular brushes
- Detergent bottle
- On-board storage for accessories
- Integrated carry handle
- 2 year warranty
Includes
The Norse SK90 is a portable pressure washer that comes with a generous number of accessories. This includes rotary and fixed brushes for removing tough dirt and a cleaning detergent bottle. One of the main features of the SK90 is its ability to draw water from a standing water source such as a water tank. This is particularly handy if you don’t have access to a mains supply, and the SK90 includes a filtered hose for doing this.
Considering its compact size, the SK90 offers a high flow rate of 435 l/h and a maximum pressure of 131 bar, making it the most powerful pressure washer on the list. However, it is also the heaviest pressure washer here, weighing well over a kilo more than its nearest rival. Also, the 3-metre hose that comes with it is a bit on the short side, we think four metres should be the minimum so you have plenty of reach.
Overall, the Norse SK90 is an affordable and powerful pressure washer that comes with a good assortment of accessories.
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Bosch EasyAquatak 120 High-Pressure Washer Premium Kit
- Bosch Auto-stop system
- Variable power and rotary nozzles
- Compact design with carry handle
- Onboard accessory storage
- Detergent nozzle with 450 ml tank capacity
- Can draw water from standing water source
- 2 year warranty, 3 years when registered
Includes
The Bosch EasyAquatak 120 is a portable pressure washer that’s easy to use and carry. It comes with variable power and rotary nozzles, a detergent bottle and a 5-metre hose. The Premium version that we have here also comes with a patio cleaner and a wash brush. All the main parts connect together using a push-fit system that is very convenient to use.
If we compare the specifications of the EasyAquatak 120 with the Norse SK90, we can see the Norse SK90 is the more powerful of the two, especially when it comes to flow rate. However, the Bosch is lighter and there’s a larger range of accessories available for it. Like the Norse SK90, the Bosch can also draw water from a standing water source (e.g., a water tank) when a mains supply is not available. To use this feature you will have to buy the Bosch Self Priming Kit (Part no: F016800421) that costs around £30, which in our view is quite expensive for what is essentially a hose with a filter on one end.
To sum things up, the Bosch EasyAquatak 120 is well designed and built pressure washer. It’s fairly easy to carry around and all the accessories that come with it are very good value for money.
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BLACK+DECKER BXPW1600PE High-Pressure Washer Premium Kit
- Patio cleaner and fixed brush attachments
- Nozzle with foam lance bottle
- Built-in accessory holder and cable storage
- 16cm wheels with rubber tread
- Integrated handle
- 2 year warranty
Includes
The BLACK+DECKER BXPW1600PE is another pressure washer that comes with a patio cleaner attachment. These are much faster at cleaning patios and paths than a spray lance, and you can use it to clean certain types of wall too. Other accessories that come with it include a fixed brush for use on garden furniture and a foam lance bottle for cleaning detergent. There’s also an extra-long 6-metre hose, which makes cleaning around cars much easier. When not in use, most of the accessories can be stowed on the back of the unit to keep things tidy.
Performance-wise, the BXPW1600PE offers a flow rate of 420 l/h and a maximum pressure of 125 bar. These figures make it one of the most powerful pressure washers on the list and the most capable of removing stubborn dirt. However, the extra power and long hose does add to the BXPW1600PE’s weight, but thanks to a large handle and rubber tread wheels moving it around is made easier.
The BLACK+DECKER BXPW1600PE is a well-designed pressure washer that comes with a very good range of cleaning accessories. The extra-long hose is useful too as it will make cleaning large spaces and around vehicles less of a chore.
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Kärcher K2 Full Control Home Pressure Washer
- Patio cleaner and detergent
- Full Control Vario and Dirt Blaster spray lance
- Wheels and telescopic handle
- Integrated water filter
- Onboard accessory storage
- Wheels and telescopic handle
- 2 year warranty
Includes
The Kärcher K2 Full Control Home breaks our rule by costing over £100, but only by a small amount. While you can buy the basic Kärcher K2 Full Control for under £100, we think the Home kit is better value as it comes with a patio cleaner attachment that cost’s around £30 if you were to buy it separately. It also comes with two spray lances, a 4-metre hose and a bottle of detergent. The Kärcher K2 is also one of the easiest pressure washers to move around thanks its low weight, large wheels and telescopic handle.
When it comes to performance, the K2 Full Control may be outgunned by the BLACK+DECKER BXPW1600PE, but it does come with some neat features that make up for it. First, there’s the Full Control Vario spray lance that lets you select between four levels of pressure just by twisting it. You also get a Dirt Blaster lance that has a rotating jet for tackling the toughest dirt. Finally, it comes with a bottle of Patio & Deck Cleaner so you have everything required to start cleaning outside your home.
Overall, the Kärcher K2 Full Control is an impressive pressure washer that is ideal for cleaning your car and patio. A lot of thought has gone into its design and there’s plenty of attachments and detergents available for it.
Check availability + price Kärcher K2 Compact |  Ryobi RPW110B |  Norse SK90 |  Bosch EasyAquatak 120 Top Pick |  BLACK+DECKER BXPW1600PE Top Pick |  Kärcher K2 Full Control Top Pick |
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| Rating | ||||||
| Max Pressure | 110 bar | 110 bar | 131 bar | 120 bar | 125 bar | 110 bar |
| Max Water Flow Rate | 360 l/h | 360 l/h | 435 l/h | 350 l/h | 420 l/h | 360 l/h |
| Power Rating | 1.4 kW | 1.5 kW | 1.8 kW | 1.5 kW | 1.6 kW | 1.4 kW |
| Hose Length | 4 m | 5 m | 3 m | 5 m | 6 m | 4 m |
| Max Inlet Temp | 40°C | 40°C | 40°C | 40°C | 50°C | 40°C |
| Patio Cleaner | ||||||
| Brushes | ||||||
| Detergent | ||||||
| Weight + Accs | 4.5 kg | 5.1 kg | 6.9 kg | 5 kg | 5.5 kg | 5.1 kg |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 or 3 years | 2 years | 2 or 3 years | 2 years | 2 years |
| Price | £70.30 | £77.24 | £79.99 | £93.14 | £99.00 | £103.99 |
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