This certainly has its place as a portable source of cleaning muddy paws and fresh mud. It’s not really the same product as others on this list so comparing them directly is unfair. With a team of Norwegian engineers behind its design, the Norse SK25i Portable Electric Pressure Washer is a very popular cordless pressure washer. There’s a lot to like about this pressure washer, let down only by its relatively poor battery life.

To remove small amounts of algae from patios, you’ll need a washer with at least 25-bar pressure . Be aware that cordless pressure washers are great for general cleaning, but if your main aim is to lift stubborn stains, you may need a mains-powered machine with around 100 bar pressure. Key specs – Size: 38 x 95.5 x 39cm (WHL); Weight: 29.5kg; Max pressure: 180 bar; Water flow rate: 610l/hr; Hose length: 10m; Cable length: 5m; Cleaning area: N/A; Motor power: 2.9kW

Build quality is an interesting one. Obviously you can’t ignore the professional standard of the DEWALT but it’s expensive. For build quality I am favouring the Norse and the WORX at the moment along with the Yard Force. Remember: battery life only refers to the time when the washer is on. Washing the car might take a total of 30 minutes, but you may only sporadically use the power washer for 10 minutes of that time. The range of pressure washers is broad and prices vary widely. While models with a hose connection and low power can be had for low three-figure sums, consumers should plan on a mid-three-figure investment when purchasing a powerful cordless pressure washer with a large water tank. When purchasing a battery-powered pressure washer, buyers should expect the following costs: You get tons of pressure from this Karcher cordless. 24 bar to be precise. That’s only 6 less bar than a little portable pressure washer that still requires mains power. That is quite incredible really considering we are talking about using a very safe 18 volts compared to mains power. On the upside too though, you’ll just about get around a big car on one charge. You have a handy battery gauge that’ll tell you exactly how long that’s left though:

It should be said that if you are looking to use a pressure washer for the best part of a day or have multiple cars to clean then an electric pressure washer will be a better option. Best cordless pressure washer: WORX WG630E Cordless Brushless Hydroshot Portable Pressure Cleaner [personally tested for 3 years until it finally gave in – what a brilliant washer] Considering its price tag and power output, the Yard Force High-Pressure Washer is the best pressure washer to buy on a budget. It’s priced a lot lower than competitors with similar specifications and offers good performance overall.

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The water connection is easy. The standard hose reel (or automatic hose reel if your flash) with the hose connector simply slots straight in without much fuss or leaks. I’d be inclined to set this up with a flexible expandable hose as I do with the WORX

My biggest gripe with this Bosch cordless pressure washer is that the hose is only 4 metres long. That means you have to move the water tank around with you even if you are not going that far. It’s not a huge problem because, as mentioned, the tank has wheels to get around on, but I still found it a little annoying. Bosch Fontus Cordless Outdoor Cleaner Review You should also look for a cordless pressure washer that has a simple gun and various attachments. This will make it more versatile and mean you can clean different things, like guttering. A fine mist, pulsating jet and pencil jet are really helpful.There are several accessories included: a high pressure hose, turbo nozzle (for extra stubborn dirt), high-pressure nozzle, lance and spray gun. It’s also possible to store all of the hoses and accessories inside the washer itself to make it easier to carry. Key specs – Size: 27 x 92 x 25cm (WHL); Weight: 8.3kg; Max pressure: 130 bar; Water flow rate: 420l/hr; Hose length: 5m; Cable length: 5m; Cleaning area: N/A; Motor power: 1,600W It doesn’t have quite as much reach as some others – the jet itself doesn’t stretch quite as far, and there’s no extension lance, so it’s not quite so good for long-range jobs. In particular, it feels heavier than others, possibly down to its basic, non-ergonomic design. For this reason, it’s not quite as good for jobs such as cleaning the windows.