Pressure Washer Opinions wanted

For me Karcher works fantastic and last very long !
 
Game said:
I actually prefer the small units I can place up on a shelf.





Was looking at that one as well but a couple of small things turned me off, like the M22x15 fitting, the many issues I’ve read and then the fact that there’s a newer and better version.

Ended up buying the Karcher K1700 cube and got the MTM SG28 handle, upgraded hose and QD’s to pair with my MTM cannon.
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Nicely done, you will love the MTM upgrades too.

From what OG say, these K1700's are made differently to the rest of the Karcher lineup, for the better.
 
DFB said:
Nicely done, you will love the MTM upgrades too.

From what OG say, these K1700's are made differently to the rest of the Karcher lineup, for the better.
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Excited to get it up and running!

HSN actually has the K1700 but the non-cube version on sale for $129 (vs $169 cubed on Amazon) and Amazon has the K1800 cube for $135 on sale right now but I wanted the cube and OG says the K1700 is the way to go.
 
I’m glad you all brought this thread up. I have a craftsman 2.3 gpm 3200 psi. While it’s great at washing the driveway and such, I hate lugging that thing out everytime to do a wash. The junky wand is leaky and the wand hose gets hung on everything. Not to mention it likes to wrap itself up in a cool and can’t ever get it undone.
I, too, would like a cube style PW. Or just anything less cumbersome than that craftsman. I wish they would just sell the unit without all those worthless attachments. Let me buy the attachments I want separately.


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Brrr said:
I’m glad you all brought this thread up. I have a craftsman 2.3 gpm 3200 psi. While it’s great at washing the driveway and such, I hate lugging that thing out everytime to do a wash. The junky wand is leaky and the wand hose gets hung on everything. Not to mention it likes to wrap itself up in a cool and can’t ever get it undone.
I, too, would like a cube style PW. Or just anything less cumbersome than that craftsman. I wish they would just sell the unit without all those worthless attachments. Let me buy the attachments I want separately.


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If you were referring to the Active VE-52....they sell the base unit by itself (called the VE-56) on their website for less money than the VE-52
 
Yeah I was all set to get a Kranzle but after owning my ryobi PW for 3-4 years it works well for what I need it for.

Could use a little more GPM’s but for my next one TSS is my main must have.


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briarpatch said:
If you were referring to the Active VE-52....they sell the base unit by itself (called the VE-56) on their website for less money than the VE-52
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Just in general. I’d like to be able to go out to Lowe’s or whatever, grab a PW without all that junk it comes with that I’m gonna discard anyway.


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Coatingsarecrack said:
Yeah I was all set to get a Kranzle but after owning my ryobi PW for 3-4 years it works well for what I need it for.

Could use a little more GPM’s but for my next one TSS is my main must have.


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How much did you pay for Ryobi?
 
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I have this little Daddy dialed down in half! 900 psi with 2+gpm but for house just run tips that come with it or even smaller depending on your needs?



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Thanks all for the input on this one.

After much hand wringing, chart and review reviewing, ironically I’ve decided to just go with another entry level Ryobi. Right now you can pick up an 1800psi/1.2 gpm unit (that with alternate tips actually puts out quite well) for $100. Considering I made it so far with my other one, I’m just gonna get another one and put the extra dough towards gun and quick connect upgrades.

Chilly - thanks for your thoughts on the Greenworks - I’ve had good luck with their stuff, and the one you mentioned was a strong contender, but after watching some reviews after your comment the delayed start made it a solid Nope for me.
 
I have the same one as well and love it. It is my dedicated home unit. I Also found that a 2.5 orifice 40 degree works best at 900 psi 1.7 gpm.
 
Brrr said:
Just in general. I’d like to be able to go out to Lowe’s or whatever, grab a PW without all that junk it comes with that I’m gonna discard anyway.


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From what I have learned, the length of the gun and wand must meet a fixed length to comply with regulations. I think there is a volume cap on this, so Active can sell a certain amount of accessory free units per year before having to switch over to packaged accessories.

But I hear you. Having bought a couple of high-end pressure washers and upgraded them straight away with quality aftermarket accessories, it's a waste of money and waste of resources to sideline the OEM parts when it would make sense to order a basic machine only kit.
 
Eldorado2k said:
How much did you pay for Ryobi?
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I got it for $200. It’s was $250 but box damaged in shipping so they gave me $50 off to keep it. Looks like $300 now.

Been a champ. Could use more GPM but PSI was good to do deck and driveway.


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Coatingsarecrack said:
I didn’t see anywhere say it has it but does it have TSS?


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Yes it does. As mush as I love the Kranzle I can't justify it on my car flow. I like my Active for portability and plenty of machine for the jobs I do. Like my early post. I use my Ryobi as a dedicated plumed home unit. The Active is what I take on mobile jobs. Love that little Daddy.
 
I still haven't set up my Active pressure washer station and I have to say these Ryobi's RULES! It never misses a beat! I think I'm running it with a 3 or 3.5 @ 1100 and plenty of water at40 degree. I use the 25 If I have some harder crud!
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DanaDetailingPros said:
I still haven't set up my Active pressure washer station and I have to say these Ryobi's RULES! It never misses a beat! I think I'm running it with a 3 or 3.5 @ 1100 and plenty of water at40 degree. I use the 25 If I have some harder crud!
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I have that unit, too. It works perfectly. I wish it was a bit heavier, though.
 
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