On guard of cleanliness: TOP-5 household electric high-pressure mini-washers

The equipment of the Ukrainian brand Intertool is popular due to its high performance and affordable price. The washing unit DT-1507 is a low-cost model for home use costing about $120.

The sink is made in black and red colors, looks compact and stylish. Wheels and a high handle make it easy and convenient to move the unit to the right place. The length of the 5-meter power cord and 8-meter hose is enough to work on a large area. At the end of the work, the hose is wound on a reel using a convenient folding handle, and the power cord is wound on a hook on the back of the case.

The unit's operating pressure of 165 bar makes it easy to wash even old dirt. To enhance the effect, you can use hot water up to 60 ºС.

The sink can work with the use of detergent - for this it has a reservoir for liquid and 2 nozzles: fan and mud.

A strainer is installed at the inlet for supplying water from the water supply systemprotecting the pump from mud sediment. But there is no function of taking water from the tank. But for the price, that would be a luxury.

Due to the strong pressure of the water, it is strongly not recommended to direct the jet at a person, as there is a risk of causing physical damage. The lock on the pistol grip will help protect the trigger from accidental pressing.

Well thought out and protection against overheating. Firstly, there are holes on the body for natural airflow of the engine. Secondly, a thermal sensor is provided that will not allow the device to work until its temperature reaches a normal level. I am also glad that the pump of the unit is made of aluminium alloy, not plastic, which significantly increases its resource, unlike plastic products.

In general, we have in the person of DT-1507 an inexpensive, but functional sink, the power of which is easily enough for domestic needs.

Universal Aquatak 135 from Bosch is a convenient household mini-sink at an acceptable, although not the cheapest, price of about $210. Like everything from a German manufacturer, the unit is distinguished by high performance and reliability.

The sink is made in a recognizable Bosch design, has a small size and is light in weight of only 7.9 kg. The handle for transportation is foldable, so the device does not take up much storage space. For winding a high-pressure hose 7 m long and a 5-meter power cord, there are special fasteners, so the sink can be quickly put on “combat” readiness and just as quickly assembled. The system of quick-release fittings also contributes to this.

The unit, despite its modest power - 1900 W, produces 410 liters of water per hour, so you can count on high-quality washing of facades, cars, paths and other courtyard objects, including warm water up to 40 ºС.

The pistol trigger is protected from accidental pressing by the lock button, and the unit itself turns off as soon as you release the trigger, which saves energy and does not use the unit idly. The laconic Germans dubbed the useful function hitchhiking.

The kit includes one nozzle 3 in 1, which provides three types of water supply: mud, fan, circular. The instructions provide a visual diagram for which surfaces which type is best to use. For example, spot feed is not acceptable for the car body or glass, as it can damage them.

You can attach a foam gun to the nozzle(included). Of course, it makes the gun heavier, but an SUV, for example, can be washed with plenty of foam.

The sink is equipped with the function of taking water from a tank, which allows you not to become attached to the water supply and use a barrel, pool or other tank.

In general, Universal Aquatak 135 is a well-thought-out German-style mini-sink for a private house, cottage, with which it will be quick and easy to maintain cleanliness. Thanks to the all-metal pump, it will surely last more than one year of weekly cleaning.

The Japanese company Makita has been specializing in the production of household and professional power tools for more than a dozen years, thanks to which it has shown large volumes of sales of its products around the world. The HW132 washing unit has high characteristics, as for a household appliance, and a considerable cost of $ 330, which put it in the category of top models of high-pressure mini-washers. Let's see if the Makita HW132 deserves the title of niche leader.

The sink attracts attention with its ergonomic shape, small dimensions and thoughtful arrangement of components. On the body in the assortment there are compartments for nozzles, brushes, a gun, a hose reel with a convenient handle for rotation. Wheels and a fixed handle make it convenient to transport the unit from place to place, but this is not always necessary, since 8 meters of hose is enough to bypass the car from all sides, clean up a vast area of the yard or terrace. At the same time, you don’t have to worry that the sink will fall - the weight of 15.5 kg gives the structure additional stability.

There are also disadvantages in ergonomics. If there is a reel for the high pressure hose, there is absolutely nowhere to put 5 meters of power cord. Another upsetting moment is the protruding connector for connecting water. A fine water filter is screwed onto it, which further increases the protrusion. The connector is plastic, it is easy to break it off by catching on a corner or a door jamb. On the other hand, an additional external filter extends the life of the internal one, so its presence is clearly not superfluous, but you should be doubly careful during operation so as not to break the connector.

The sink is equipped with a durable aluminium alloy pump and is capable of supplying 420 liters of water per hour, which allows you to wash various objects with high quality, while saving engine life, thanks to the TTS (Total Stab System) system. It turns off the motor when the gun trigger is released.

Dirt can be cleaned from anywhere, thanks to a 140 bar pressure jet and convenient nozzles - fan and mud. An additional washing brush is useful for a more thorough washing of the car, siding. The effect will be more noticeable if you use warm water up to 50 °C and detergent. But there is no function of taking water from the tank, so the model is not suitable for summer residents who do not have a centralized water supply on the site.

Summarizing, we note the high performance, reliability of the HW132 washer and its cost-effectiveness. On the other hand, there are shortcomings, the presence of which, at a rather high price of the unit, makes its purchase not entirely expedient. The same Bosch Universal Aquatak 135 Price from 6 099 up to 11 451 ₴, for example, and it costs less and weighs less, and there is a foam gun in the kit.

The German company Karcher has a reputation as the world's largest manufacturer of reliable cleaning equipment. The $270 K5 Compact is a high-performance model with a wide range of features for home use and beyond.

The model is produced in the corporate yellow color, has compact dimensions of 520x300x280 cm and a moderate weight of 11.5 kg. During operation, it is located horizontally on the ground, it is brought to a vertical position only for transportation - wheels and a retractable handle are provided for this (the position of which for some reason is not fixed). Also, the unit can be carried by the side handles. With all the thoughtfulness of the body - the presence of places for nozzles and a gun, the model does not provide fasteners for winding the hose and cable.

If there are certain problems with the ergonomics of the device, then in terms of performance, the opposite is true. The K 5 Compact motor has a power of 2100 W, a flow rate of 500 l/h and a pressure of up to 145 bar. This is more than enough to clean garden tools, furniture, house facades, outdoor areas, bicycles, cars, and even motor homes. The hose length of 8 m is enough to walk freely around the car or in the yard. Thanks to Quick Connect connectors, all switching takes place in a fraction of a second.

A special mud cutter will remove adhering dirt, debris, dried clay, and nozzles with spot and fan spray will help clean hard-to-reach places and large surfaces. In an hour, the unit is able to clean the area up to 40 sq.m! In this case, do not worry about overheating. The water cooling system will ensure long-term trouble-free operation of the device. On the other hand, there are complaints about the plastic atomizer. Many complain that it bursts quickly enough, and replacing it is not cheap.

K 5 Compact can work with detergent, there is a tank where you can fill in liquid, and a tube that can be lowered into a container for collecting chemicals.

The sink draws water from a water supply or container, and provides good pressure even from the latter, so it is great for summer cottages without a centralized water supply, and a cleaning filter prevents debris from entering the system.

In summary, we can say that the K 5 Compact is an excellent sink in terms of performance and functionality, which you can safely buy for the declared money, if you close your eyes to the shortcomings in ergonomics.

Washing equipment under the German brand Karcher is a guarantee of quality and efficiency. The K5 Classic high-pressure washer is an excellent, albeit expensive, helper not only in a private home, but also in a small production or car wash.

In places, glossy plastic gives the model a spectacular look. The case is durable, reliably protected from shock and shaking. The dimensions of the sink are 870x350x430 mm and the weight of 13.3 kg is not the most compact, but thanks to the wheels and a comfortable high handle, it is easy to move even a teenager around the site. There is a hose hook on the body, but the power cord can only be wrapped around the body, which is some inconvenience.

The sink is equipped with an aluminium alloy pump and a water cooling system that protects the engine from overheating. This allows you to work continuously for 45 minutes. The performance of the model is 500 l / h and the working pressure is up to 145 bar, which means that with its help you can easily remove dirt of any age, wash sand and even small stones from the track.

Comes with mud nozzle and fan spray nozzle. Separately, you can buy a foam gun, brush and other nozzles to expand the functionality of the model. To deal with particularly difficult soiling, the device has a reservoir for cleaning agent.

The sink can take water from a tank, which eliminates the need to connect to the water supply in certain situations, and the 8-meter long high-pressure hose makes it possible to work with large objects, such as a jeep or van.

The K 5 Classic sink is sure to get the job done, but it costs a lot — around $350. So, if you want to save a hundred dollars, you can safely buy a unit from another manufacturer with almost the same characteristics, for example, Bosch Universal Aquatak 135 Price from 6 099 up to 11 451 ₴, and for Karcher adherents, a compact model of the same series Karcher K 5 Compact 1.630-720.0 .