best electric pressure washer-expert recommendation to choose

[habib675]

I bought a big box store consumer grade pressure washer, and a year later it had a leak and no parts were available, so it had to be junked. So I bought and earlier version of this one in 2009:Cam Spray 1500XS2 Semi-Pro 1500 PSI Electric - Cold Water Pressure Washer 120V 1-Phase

It's still working great. Parts are available, and the manufacturer's tech support is very good, knows their products and how to fix issues, and very patient. I'll never by big box store junk again.

Works very well if you use it where power is available, and no engine to maintain.

That is a great point about long term reliability having parts and support makes a big difference. I am mainly looking at electric options for convenience and both the craftsman and karcher cube seem solid for regular car and tractor washing without being too bulky. Hoping they will hold up well with consistent use.

 

[habib675]

Great point about the pump

Just make sure whatever brand you buy has a Brass pump not plastic/composite or some material with a short life

that is a something a lot of people overlook. From what I have seen the karcher cube stands out here it is built solid has that compact cube design for easy storage and still delivers reliable power for car and tractor washing. Seems like a good balance of durability and practicality.

 

[habib675]

I've had an electric Karcher powerwasher for 13 years now.

I bought it because the 'internals' are brass, the Karcher brand is used by the RAAF & the RAN Fleet Air Arm and there are fairly local Karcher repair shops.

Good luck and welcome to TBN from Downunder.

That is really good to hear 13 years is impressive The brass internals and easy access to repair shops are exactly the kind of things that make the karcher cube appealing to me. I like that it is compact but still built to last which makes it seem like a solid choice for regular car and tractor washing.

 

[habib675]

All good mate appreciate the warm welcome either way Glad to be here

Sorry Cobber but the 'welcome' was for the OP habib675

 

[jyoutz]

When my consumer grade power water dies, I’m just going to get a HF model. It is priced well and gets good reviews. I also prefer the features compared to my current model.

https://www.harborfreight.com/automotive/cleaners-auto-care/pressure-washers/electric/2300-psi-12-gpm-brushless-max-performance-electric-pressure-washer-57656.html

https://www.harborfreight.com/3000-psi-11-gpm-brushless-max-performance-electric-pressure-washer-70138.html

 

[Gregster613]

When my consumer grade power water dies, I’m just going to get a HF model. It is priced well and gets good reviews. I also prefer the features compared to my current model.

https://www.harborfreight.com/automotive/cleaners-auto-care/pressure-washers/electric/2300-psi-12-gpm-brushless-max-performance-electric-pressure-washer-57656.html

https://www.harborfreight.com/3000-psi-11-gpm-brushless-max-performance-electric-pressure-washer-70138.html

jyoutz, I've had the Bauer 2600 (top one you listed) for several years now. I don't use it often but whenever I do wheel it out for use it's worked flawlessly!! Highly recommend it!!