Karcher pressure washer and competitor model review

October 22, 2020

For any equipment, technical specifications are the main criterion that influences the final decision when buying. But there are a number of additional questions that can only be answered by people who have personally used such a device. Therefore, reliable and trustworthy ratings, compiled based on the characteristics of the best-selling models and user opinions, will help you choose a high-quality pressure washer .

In today's review, we will present a review of the Karcher high-pressure washer , and at the end, we will discuss its competing model , the Stihl pressure washer, which you can purchase along with the Karcher on our online store.

Karcher - a leader in production and sales

This German company is the founder of pressure washers. For a long time, before competitors created their own products, the company was the undisputed leader in the market. However, even after all these years, it can be safely said that Kärcher is one of the best-selling brands.

Karcher K 5 Premium - powerful pressure washer

The Karcher K5 is a device designed for home use . It is powered by a 2.1 kW electric motor and has a water flow rate of 500 l/h.

Pros:

High power, which is more than enough for home use models;
Convenient hose storage - it is folded onto a specially installed reel;
Quick assembly from storage to working position;
It is possible to operate from a central water supply system and also to extract water from separate containers;
Long warranty period - from 2 to 5 years.

Cons:

Conventional foam concentrate either does not function properly, therefore, most users prefer to purchase a foam generator separately;
Consumers often point out the high price of products and excessive electricity consumption.
When using water from the tank in hot weather, it is necessary to control its temperature - if it is above 40 ° C, be aware that the washing pump may overheat.

And finally, as mentioned above, we present a review of a competing model from Karcher. We would also like to remind you that you can also buy a Stihl pressure washer on our online store website.

Stihl RE 163 Plus

Professional pressure washer A , which is powered by a single-phase 220-volt household network, and the electric motor power is 3.3 kW. At maximum load, the pressure of the device is 650 l/h.

Pros:

High-quality materials and increased resource of moving parts. The pump also has a ceramic piston;
Extended length of standard hose - up to 12 meters, which can be easily folded for storage;
Increased thermal stability of the workpiece - can operate at water temperatures of 60 ° C;
Works in a vertical position and is relatively light in weight (27.6 kg);
The quality-price ratio is quite good for a device with professional features.

Cons:

There are no clear instructions on how to remove foam - if you turn on this mode, foam is supplied from the tank for 10-20 seconds, after which the supply of clean water begins;
Regular foam concentrate does not always cope with the task properly - the foam is often too liquid.

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