The best professional pressure washers

Perhaps the Grunhelm GR-2800IM Profi does not look as beautiful as some cutting-edge professional Karcher, but, nevertheless, it is a fairly high-quality high-pressure cleaner with a solid and reliable design. It has a power of 2800 watts. There is a brushless motor here - a solution that ensures long-term operation with a decent load. The pump body is made of aluminum, and its pistons are made of stainless steel. The pump pumps water at a speed of 520 l/h and provides a pressure of 210 bar - a very decent pressure with strong recoil, due to which it will not be possible to hold the gun while working with just one hand, as when using a household-grade mini-wash. The device weighs 24.5 kg and stands confidently in an upright position, supported by the body and wheels, so there is no risk of turning it over by accidentally pulling on the high-pressure hose or wire. The flexible and durable rubber-fabric hose is 7 m long and is wound onto a drum for storage.

The set includes two nozzles - a universal one, which sprays water in the shape of a “fan”, and a mud nozzle, which forms a rotary jet. The first is better suited for quick washing, and the second is better for breaking up large clods or caked layers of dirt. The nozzles are attached to the gun via a rotatable threaded connection. Many users are annoyed by the slight play in this assembly (the connection cannot be tightened all the way), despite the absence of leaks through it during operation. The device is equipped with a built-in chemical tank. But it is worth noting that the standard fan nozzle sprays the detergent poorly (the output is just soapy water without a hint of foam). If this is a fundamental issue, then you can find a simple and inexpensive solution in the form of purchasing a foam concentrate.

This sink should not be considered as a professional cleaning equipment. It occupies a different niche, and this is noticeable even at the price (a couple of times cheaper than professional Bosch or Nilfisk with similar characteristics). Grunhelm GR-2800IM Profi is a high-pressure device for occasional cleaning in a workshop or service station, wiping paving stones or concrete paths in the local area from plaque, washing agricultural machinery from dirt and other tasks of the same type, where high water pressure and high work productivity.

The Sturm PW9206IP high pressure washer is the senior model of the 92 series and belongs to the flagship segment of cleaning equipment. This device will serve as an excellent tool for cleaning stubborn dirt from cars, motorcycles and bicycles, agricultural machinery, motor boats and yachts, garden paths and building facades, as well as any surfaces made of wood, stone, plastic and metal. The model stands out for its advanced solutions and characteristics that allow the device to continuously operate three times longer than similar household sinks. The electric device is equipped with a 3300 W induction brushless motor and a brass pump that provides a maximum pressure of 190 bar with a peak output of 552 l/h. The Auto-Stop automatic engine stop system prevents it from running dry and also protects against damage due to overheating and overload.

The sink allows you to connect to a water intake source from an open container and use warm water for spraying at temperatures up to +40 °C. Clean water enters the sprayer, passing through a fine filter. The model is equipped with an 8 m high-pressure hose, which is wound onto the drum reel when not in use using a side rotation handle. For ease of cleaning, the spray gun, which has an ergonomic design, can be equipped with one of the included nozzles: a point nozzle, 3 fan nozzles (15°, 25°, 40°) and a foam generator nozzle. Chemical detergents that provide foamy water for high-quality cleaning of surfaces are filled in a special tank with a volume of 1 liter. Comfortable movement to the work site is ensured by a pair of rubberized wheels for transportation and a wide handle on a retractable telescopic rod. Among the obvious disadvantages, we note that the device has an increased noise level of 95 dB. And the undoubted advantage of the sink is the quite affordable price tag for this model.

Bosch has won the love of users for the high quality, durability and comfort of its household and professional power tools. The GHP 5-75 is a high-performance, long-lasting pressure washer priced at around $630.

The equipment is made in a signature black and blue color scheme, which indicates its professional purpose. Thanks to its compactness, high retractable handle and large wheels, the model is easy to transport even on stairs. At the same time, due to the fact that most of the internal parts are made of brass and steel, in particular the pump and piston, the unit is quite weighty - 26.7 kg, which gives it stability in a vertical position. However, if necessary, the sink can be placed horizontally. This does not affect her work in any way.

It is noteworthy that this model does not have a hose reel. But it is available in modification Bosch GHP 5-75 X Price from 20 899 up to 42 126 ₴. The reel will help you conveniently store a reinforced 10-meter hose, and at the same time protect it from accidental damage.

The sink is equipped with a powerful 2600 W electric motor. This allows the pump to pump up to 570 liters of water per hour with a maximum operating pressure of 185 bar. The auto-stop function, which turns off the engine as soon as you release the trigger of the gun, helps save water and energy consumption.

Using a long metal tube with a fan and mud nozzle, you can quickly knock off dried clay from the wheels of SUVs, wash off dirt from asphalt, and deal with other difficult contaminants. The unit allows the use of hot water up to 50 °C, but if there is no running water on the premises, the function of drawing water from a tank will make it possible to work with a separate tank. It is advisable to use clean water so that the filter lasts as long as possible, and along with it the pump.

In general, the GHP 5-75 is an excellent mini-washer that will cope with simple professional tasks, but will be absolutely ideal at home and will last longer than any household model.

At first glance at the technical characteristics of Nilfisk Premium 180-10, it is noticeable that this is far from an ordinary mini-washer. This device has high pressure (180 bar) and high productivity(610 l/h). It is equipped with a brushless motor (such motors are better than conventional ones in many respects, including reliability and resistance to overloads). An equally important design element is the pump, made of an aluminum-based alloy, which ensures wear resistance and durability of this unit.

The water pumped by the pump is supplied through a flexible reinforced hose to the gun. The hose, gun, lance and spray nozzles are connected to each other using a quick-release bayonet connection that works on the “insert and turn” principle. The set includes two attachments: fan and mud. The first one can be used to apply detergent. The sink has a built-in tank for 2 liters of chemicals and a regulator that allows you to dose its supply. And if you plan to wash your car and use not only regular car shampoo, but also active foam, like at a professional car wash, then in the accessories catalog you can choose a foam generator nozzle. To fine-tune the device, it is equipped with a three-position regulator, with which the water pressure (from 140 bar to 180 bar) and its flow (from 540 l/h to 610 l/h) are changed.

According to the manufacturer's estimates, Nilfisk Premium 180-10 can wash up to 60 m2 of surface per hour of operation. High performance, high pressure, flexibility in settings, the presence of two different nozzles and the ability to connect hot water (up to 60 ° C) turn this high-pressure apparatus into an effective tool that can cope with almost any dirt. A long 10-meter hose (with a reel) and the wheeled chassis of the device provide freedom of movement when washing a car, washing the local area and cleaning a workshop or workshop.

The German company Karcher produces a lot of useful cleaning equipment in a wide price range. The HD 6/15 M mini high-pressure washer is distinguished by high power, wide functionality and a considerable price of about $900.

The durable body of the equipment has a rational design - it contains all the attachments necessary for work, the gun can be placed comfortably, and there is a drum for winding up the hose. The removable cover allows quick access to the electrical part of the device. The convenient location of the water filter makes it possible to control the degree of clogging.

The unit operates in both horizontal and vertical positions. A hose length of 10 meters is enough to wash most objects without moving the unit, but if necessary, just pull out the handle and roll it to the desired area, which is not difficult on comfortable wheels, despite the considerable weight of the equipment (29 kg).

The washing engine with a power of 3100 W and high operating pressure of up to 225 bar make it easy to wash large areas and remove old dirt. At the same time, the duration of continuous operation can reach 3 hours.

The electric motor is cooled with air, and the unit is protected from overloads by an automatic pressure relief system. The sink is equipped with an Easy!Lock quick-release system and a convenient Easy!Force gun with a soft trigger pull. All this makes cleaning much easier. The equipment requires working with a large number of attachments and a foam generator, but none of this is included in the kit.

And this is perhaps another minus of the HD 6/15 M, besides the weight and price. On the other hand, for those who are looking for a mini-wash to solve large-volume production problems, this unit will be indispensable. For more modest needs, something simpler and cheaper will suffice. For example, Karcher K 7 Premium Full Control Plus Price from 29 250 up to 29 610 ₴.