Kärcher K 2
Score: 72/100
Greenworks Portable Pressure Washer
Score: 75/100Rankings
The Greenworks 1900 PSI 1.2 GPM pressure washer is a portable, compact, corded electric cold water unit designed for light- to medium-duty cleaning tasks. It features a push-button start and an integrated hose reel for convenience, though its light-duty pressure and universal motor are trade-offs. It is best suited for homeowners needing to clean windows, vehicles, and patio furniture without gas maintenance.
The Kärcher Horizontal Vario Power Spray Wand is a replacement accessory for Kärcher K1 and K2 Entry electric pressure washers, designed specifically for vehicle cleaning. It features infinitely variable pressure adjustment from low-pressure detergent jet to high-pressure jet via a simple twist, automatically dispensing detergent in low-pressure mode. Best suited for beginners or occasional users cleaning cars, bikes, garden tools, furniture, or small home surfaces with K1/K2 Entry washers.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2,000 PSIbest | 1,900 PSI | |
1.4 GPMbest | 1.2 GPM | |
20 ftbest | 20 ftbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 12.2 lbsbest | 21.4 lbs |
— | 3 yearsbest | |
— | 120 Vbest | |
— | 35 ftbest | |
1 count | 3 countbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
Max Pressure (PSI) | 2000 PSI | 1900 PSI |
Flow Rate (GPM) | 1.4 GPM | 1.2 GPM |
Power(1) | ||
Voltage (V) | V | 120 V |
Accessories(2) | ||
Nozzle Types | Vario Power Spray Wand | 25°, 40°, Turbo |
Nozzle Count (count) | 1 count | 3 count |
General(2) | ||
Weight (lbs) | 12.2 lbs | 21.4 lbs |
Overall Dimensions | 10.0 x 10.0 x 10.0 inches | 36.22x11.99x15.35 |
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Professional sources highlight the wand's ease of use for beginners and its safety for vehicle cleaning. Kärcher's site editors note the twist adjustment allows seamless pressure transitions from low to high, making it ideal for cars and safer than gas models where wrong nozzles damage paint.
Direct user feedback is limited but implies praise for simplicity and effortless car washing. Common praise includes the convenience of storage due to the horizontal design. Recurring implied complaints involve the need for adapters for older units and incompatibility with stronger washers.
“Easy pressure regulation... on various surfaces.”
“relatively little safety risk”
Professional reviewers and retailer descriptions highlight the pressure washer's suitability for light- to medium-duty tasks such as cleaning windows, vehicles, grills, patio furniture, and decks. The 13-amp motor and axial cam pump are praised for their power, while the push-button start and onboard storage are noted for their convenience.
No specific consumer reviews, ratings, or recurring praise/complaints are detailed in the search results. Product pages show placeholders for ratings without numerical data, making it impossible to determine common user issues or satisfaction levels.
