An outline of the accessories which are included for each are summarised again below: Bosch EasyAquatak 100 Pressure Washer 1200W Accessories For fences, dirty cars and cleaning grime off paving slabs, look for a model with 120 bars of pressure. Anything above this is best reserved for complete garden overhauls and other industrial outdoor tasks. Flow rate Seriously lightweight coming in a just 3kg which makes it one of the lightest pressure washers available to work with.

Read our full Stihl RE 120 PLUS Pressure Washer review for more information. How we tested these pressure washers This is a lightweight, compact tool, and while it is perfect for smaller jobs (especially in larger gardens), it won't quite hit the mark if you need a heavy duty pressure washer for big patio cleaning jobs, for example. If you already own Worx products, you'll be happy to know that this tool is part of the Worx PowerShare system, so that you can use the battery across other garden tools. Our reviewer and garden expert Rhoda Parry found that the battery lasted for around 30 minutes of pressure washing, which is plenty enough for smaller jobs. This versatile, compact pressure washer is not only budget-friendly, but also a total all-rounder. Ideal Home's Editor Heather Young has been testing the Karcher K2 out for some time now, saying that while it's 'small and compact, it doesn't compromise on power.' Longer hose of 8m is available – the longest available in this review and a higher flow rate of 450 litres per hour.

Karcher vs Bosch Pressure Washer

Both companies include 2-3 year warranty on their pressure washers and with Karcher premium models the warranty included can be up to 5 years which is worth the extra investment. Includes the innovative 3-in-1 nozzle with fan, rotary and pencil jet to ensure better cleaning output. Depending on the model a Bosch pressure washer is generally better than the equivalent Karcher model.

Thanks to their concentrated water jets, pressure washers will save you valuable hours on the most heavy-duty tasks, as well as being incredibly satisfying to use on dirt and grime. Look out for a pressure washer that provides both good pressure and a high water flow rate,' says Paul. It’s easy to get high pressure (like when you put your finger over the end of a hosepipe) but pressure and water flow together give the best cleaning effect.' That’s where power washers come in. These efficient machines make light work of a deep clean, whether you’re sprucing up your patio and grill for BBQ season, giving your bike a much-needed wash after your latest cycling adventure, or giving your car a shiny new facelift. The one test the STIHL RE 120 Pressure Washer fell down on was cleaning Linda's dark coloured car, with some smear marks being left over. This aside, the STIHL RE 120 Pressure Washer proved itself to be an unmissable pressure washer if you've got a long list of outdoor jobs to get on with, and a bigger budget.She's one of Ideal Home's expert reviewers, and tested the Stihl RE 120 PLUS Pressure Washer at her home in Devon to give us her verdict on whether it's a star buy. FAQs How do I choose a pressure washer for my home? Our in-house experts at the GHI assessed the pressure washers' performance on common outdoor cleaning tasks, using their high-power jet sprays to take on muddy patios, windows and cars. The testers noted how easy the pressure washer was to set up, use, manoeuvre and, of course, the time it took to get the job done. A lot more expensive than the Easy Aquatak 100 and the hose is 1m shorter than the 3rd model outlined below