Want to take cleaning to another level? Maybe you wish to have a water pressure pump so you can clean the patio with just water. Then you should perhaps consider a pressure washer. Pressure washers do exactly what you think they should; use high-pressure water spray to remove stubborn dirt, mud, grime, and mould from hard surfaces.
They're not only effective in cleaning large surfaces such as driveways, patios, and fences, but also in cleaning smaller items such as garden tools.
With so many brands out there such as Karcher and Bosch, and with so many choices online, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. To make matters more confusing, there are various water jet for heady duty use, such as electric pressure washers and gas pressure washers. Want a cordless water jet or a water jet gun? There's one out there for you as well.
Ahead, we take a look at the best high pressure water jet right now.
Disclaimer: The products listed in this article do not constitute any endorsement by Ainuddin Kamarudin.
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Top 10 High Pressure Washers in Malaysia
Why it's our top pick?
Running a commercial business means getting an efficient and reliable tool. And we can’t recommend the Karcher HD 2.9kW 110Bar Classic Commercial Pressure Washer enough.
Overview
The main reason to get this would be for its extremely heavy-duty cleaning capabilities thanks to its maximum pressure of 150 bars. It is capable of thorough dirt removal to tackle a high area coverage, along with a nozzle that has 40% extra impact force for stubborn dirt.
Aside from its good performance, the pressure washer is very easy to maintain, owing to its wide-opening machine cover that grants easy access to maintenance-relevant components. Not only that but it is designed with ceramic pistons for reduced wear and tear and longer working times.
Details
- Pressure: 150 bar
- Hose length: 10m
- Weight: 49.1 kg
Who is this for?
With everything said, the Karcher HD 2.9kW will provide a superior cleaning experience for anyone. However, note that it’s quite a heavy machine to work with, so homeowners might not want to consider this option unless they are particular about their cleaning needs.
Overview
Equipped with a one-jet spray lance, dirt blaster, and water filter, the Karcher Electric Pressure Washer 1600 Psi K2.350 is like no other. This pressure washer has a detergent injector system, which allows you to use your favourite detergent choice, letting you clean more effectively instead of just relying on strong water pressure.
Not only that, but the washer has an ergonomic trigger gun to make sure that you can grip it comfortably when operating the machine.
Details
- Water pressure: 110 bar
- Hose length: 4m
- Weight: 5.7 kg
Who is this for?
Aside from the detergent and ergonomic design, this washer is designed with smooth-running wheels, so it’s super easy to transport the pressure washer around whether you need to clean big or small areas. The washer is found to be quite a suitable one for cleaning cars and patios.
Overview
The Karcher K2 Compact High Pressure Washer may be small, but it’s as powerful as any other pressure washer, providing up to 110 bars of water pressure. Designed to be flexible and mobile, this pressure washer also takes up very little space in your home so you will have no trouble storing it. It also has a trigger gun, dirt blaster, water filter, and a single spray lance, all designed to clean surfaces effectively.
Details
- Pressure: 110 bar
- Hose length: 4m
- Weight: 4kg
Who is this for?
With its small size, this washer is best used for removing light dirt on garden tools, outdoor furniture, and bicycles. With that, it's still perfect for most home owners or for any owners that wish to have a portable pressure washer in their car.
Overview
“Small body, big power” best describes the Lutian Portable High Pressure Cleaner Car Wash Machine, which has an energy-efficient motor that ensures high power output.
This pressure washer has 2 water intake modes, which are faucet and self-priming, the pressure washer is highly suitable for use in different environments. On top of that, it’s very compact, making it easy to store and transport. Not only that, but the product comes included with a comprehensive range of car wash accessories, such as a fan head, rotating brush, long hairbrush, and foam watering.
Details
- Pressure: 100 bar
- Hose length: 6m
- Weight: 4.5kg
Who is this for?
Perfect for cleaning cars, bicycles, and even garden watering, most would find it easy to use, powerful enough and can be used on the floor without making a mess.
Overview
Without requiring too large of an investment, the Apache TurboSpray HM3709 100 Bar High Pressure Cleaner is able to tackle a variety of cleaning tasks in homes, cars, boats, driveways, patios, etc.
This pressure washer's selling point is in the FlexiSpray, an adjustable nozzle that enables the pressure washer to tackle light, medium, and even heavy-duty cleaning tasks. The washer is also built with a safety lock function that automatically shuts off the pump if the trigger is not engaged in order to save energy consumption.
Details
- Pressure: 100 bar
- Hose length: 3.5m
- Weight: 5kg
Who is this for?
Despite its low price tag and a 1200-watt motor, rest assure that you can achieve a very strong and high-performance pressure washer without relying on using too much water.
Overview
With the Karcher T7 PLUS T-Racer Surface Cleaner, you can easily clean vertical surfaces with no splashing involved, thanks to the splash guard. You’ll also get your cleaning done in a shorter period thanks to the rotating twin jet arm that removes dirt from large surfaces efficiently.
Plus, the additional power nozzle coupled with an integrated rinsing nozzle allows for the effective cleaning of corners and edges.
Besides, the hovercraft effect makes the T 7-PLUS east to manoeuvre while the settings can be adjusted via the convenient footswitch.
Details
- Pressure: N/A
- Hose length: N/A
- Weight: -
Who is this for?
With this pressure washer, you can easily clean hard surfaces such as stone, concrete and wood surfaces. Its fine-meshed protection grid also makes cleaning gravel surfaces possible.
Overview
If you’re looking for a pressure washer to clean your home, the Bossman BPC-117 is a great option.
This mobile high-pressure cleaner makes it easy to clean your home as it has a 5m cable and a 5m high-pressure hose which makes for easy manoeuvring. Utilising a maximum pressure of 110/bar, its high-pressure nozzle and gun are also adjustable. Plus, it has an integrated water filter that prevents the entry of dirt.
Details
- Pressure: 110 bar
- Hose length: 5m
- Weight: 5.7kg
Who is this for?
According to previous shoppers, this pressure washer is great for cleaning your house after a flood. It easily washes away the dirt on the driveway which can normally take a lot of effort to get rid of when cleaning manually.
Overview
If you are looking for all light-duty cleaning tasks, Bosch's Aquatak high-pressure washers are the best options you can find. From a simple machine such as this, you will get quick and easy installation, different nozzle attachments, and powerful pressure to your liking.
The Bosch Pressure Washer AQUATAK 125 has a 3-in-1 nozzle with settings for a fan, rotary, and pencil jet that helps you to handle a range of cleaning tasks fast and efficiently. Besides, it is ready to use upon unboxing to ease your set-up.
Details
- Pressure: 125 bar
- Hose length: 5m
- Weight: 6.8 kg
Who is this for?
The pressure cleaner has push-fit connections that are simple to use and quick to set up, which boosts cleaning performance by 10%. Additionally, it comes with a high-pressure detergent accessory for quicker detergent application. If you have a big car porch or outdoor space to clean regularly, this is a good pick.
Overview
Due to its lightweight, you can bring this ONERIDE V3 Water Jet Cordless High-Pressure Washer123 almost anywhere. However, it’s more suitable for lighter work such as washing your car or watering plants.
The product also offers up to 4 models (V1, V2, V3, V4) with different bars of pressure. Each model has their own specialities and you can choose which fits your requirements more.
Details
- Interchangeable nozzle
- Cordless
Who is this for?
Since it’s cordless, the bar pressure isn’t as high as the wired ones, hence, this washer is more suitable for light work or for casual cleaning and maintenance of cars and porch.
Overview
If you don't like dragging around a high-pressure washer machine, consider this hand-held pressure washer gun design. The Black & Decker BCPC20D1 is capable of removing ingrained dirt on your outdoor car patio, or moss stains on your wall. As it is designed cordless-style and with a 350 PSI rating, or 24 bar pressure, it's great for regular cleaning.
To make cleaning a cinch, the washer pressure gun is fitted with a continuous lock button you can use to maintain a constant output of power. If you wish to use it with a cord, the washer is useable with its 6-meter-long cord, making manoeuvrability seamless too.
Details
- Pressure: 24 bar
- Hose length: 6m
- Weight: n/a kg
Who is this for?
If you want an all-purpose washer that's not only easy to work with but also great for more than just cleaning, say watering plants , this washer gun is a good option to consider. Do note that the washer is useable with water only.
FAQ:
- How to choose a pressure washer?
Light-Duty vs Heavy-Duty
Whether you end up choosing a light-duty, medium-duty, or heavy-duty pressure washer depends on the size of your cleaning task.
A 1300 to 1900-PSI pressure washer with low pressure is perfect for smaller jobs in the home, such as cleaning patios, driveways, bicycles, fences. On the other hand, for large-scale cleaning tasks, you may want to opt for a commercial grade 2800-PSI pressure washer.
Type of Nozzle (Spray)
Pressure washers come with either a single all-in-one spray wand or a set of interchangeable nozzles. If you prefer versatility, the latter option would be better, since nozzle settings can include 0 degrees, 65 degrees, and anywhere in between. These different spray patterns make it easier to handle a variety of cleaning jobs.
Portability of Pressure Washer
Of course, you’ll have to consider its portability too. There’s no point owning a powerful high-performance pressure washer, only to discover that it’s a pain to move around. It’s best to opt for one with wheels so that you can more easily tackle any cleaning task.
- Tips for buying a pressure washer: What to look for?
As advised by Ainuddin, to make sure you’re happy with your purchase, here are a few things to consider before shopping.
Have a goal
- Make sure you know exactly what you need it for.
- Are you investing your money for consumer use or professional purposes? For the latter, it should withstand tougher environments, but consumer pressure washers are offered at a better price.
Look for specs
- Find a pressure washer with the highest GPM at the PSI settings you'll need for the job.
- You'll need between 2,000 and 3,000 PSI to quickly clear moss off an asphalt driveway.
Budget
- As it’s important not to overspend, it’s wise to make sure that you compare prices from different stores and look for discounts to get the best deal. There’s always a product for every budget.
Most importantly, warranty and after-sales services
- This is crucial to ensure that you get the help you need should something go wrong with your purchase.
- You don’t want to spend hundreds of ringgit for a product that barely lasts a month.
- Do I know if I need a light-duty, medium-duty or heavy-duty pressure washer?
Ainuddin recommends going for a heavy-duty pressure washer if you need to remove highly stubborn dirt or substances. Otherwise, a light-duty one will suffice. You should search for a pressure washer that offers a range of 1300-2300 PSI, depending on the work at hand. This pressure range should be sufficient for handling common issues such as dirt, filth, oil, and stains.
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- How long can I continuously run pressure washers?
Pressure washers are typically used for up to 2 hours, according to Ainuddin. Some can last up to four hours, although this varies on the brand and specifications. Depending on the type of equipment, you can run it constantly for 5 to 10 minutes and then take a break to avoid overheating.
Note: The power washer may be too hot if it's not working properly. If the washer starts to cavitate, sputter due to air bubbles, or operate poorly after a lengthy time, it may be time to take a break and look at a few things.
- What is the most common problem with a pressure washer?
One of the most common problems faced by pressure washer users is water pressure drop. To avoid this, Ainuddin suggests that users make sure that there is sufficient water supply before usage and check the valve, nozzle and hose to see if they’re worn or clogged.
If it gets too technical, you might want to consider getting after-sales services.