by Joshua Thomas
The pressure washer for cars is one of the best ways to clean a vehicle in record time.
It essentially uses water pressure to do the cleaning, and it does not require a lot of foam or car shampoo to deliver a clean detailing finish. Best, it can also be easily clean in hard to reach areas like under your vehicle.
This washing tool is also quite versatile. It can be used for any type of water cleaning that you need to perform in the house or yard.
Without any ado, let's check out our pressure washer for car review below that lists some noteworthy models.
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1. Sun Joe SPX3000 (Best Overall) |
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2. Greenworks GPW1501 |
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3. Sun Joe SPX3001 |
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4. Greenworks GPW1602 |
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5. Stanley SHP2150 |
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6. Ford FPWEF2 |
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7. Simpson MSH3125 |
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What demarks the Sun Joe SPX3000 is its competitive pricing as well as high performance. It has an excellent price to performance ratio.
Indeed, this pressure washer can output impressive water pressure of 2,030 PSI as well as a water flow of 1.76 GPM. The whole thing is powered by a heavy-duty motor rated at 14.5 A. It has plenty of power!
With those values, it will be able to clean your vehicle very easily with minimum foam because the water pressure will do all the heavy lifting.
Moreover, you get a lot of cleaning versatility with this pressure washer because it comes with no less than 5 nozzles. Those nozzles will allow you to output water at different angles depending on your cleaning need.
You will be able to quickly and easily connect the spray tips, and installation is very easy to do as well. Even if you have never used a pressure washer before, you will have no problem with the Sun Joe SPX3000.
All in all, this model remains one of the best pressure washers for cars on the market.
The only problem with this model is that a regular garden hose will not work with it. You need a dedicated heavy-duty hose with this pressure washer. Also, the hose coupler is made of plastic and fragile. You need to be careful when connecting the hose.
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The Greenworks GPW1501 is a popular and good pressure washer for car that comes in a small form factor. Since it is so small and compact, it is easy to carry anywhere. Despite being this model, it still does not sacrifice performance because it has a powerful motor rated at 13 A.
It has internal parts that can withstand water pressure of 1,500 PSI and can output a water flow of 1.2 GPM. Not the best we have seen, but still decent especially considering its small size.
In addition, you get to nozzles with this purchase that will allow you to output a water angle of 25° and 40°. Then nozzle uses a quick connect system so you will have no difficulty installing it on the pressure washer.
You will also get excellent reach with this purchase because it has a hose of 20 feet. Furthermore, since the power cord is 35 feet, all those add up to give you a superior reach.
It is coupled with the fact that you can purchase this model in 2 different styles, a 1,500 PSI and 1,800 PSI model. It is quite flexible. The only real disadvantage with this product is that the performance is average, and you get only 2 nozzle tips with this purchase.
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When it comes to performance, few models can beat the Sun Joe SPX3001. Under the hood of this pressure washer, you have a powerful motor rated at 14.5 A that can output water pressure of 2,030 PSI. This is plenty of power for anyone!
Moreover, this pressure washer really shines in the ease-of-use department as well. When you have done using this pressure washer, you can reel the hose quickly and easily for storage. Pretty neat!
Also, you get 5 nozzle tips with a quick connect feature of this device. You can change the nozzle tip literally in a matter of seconds. We have very few complaints with this unit, except that the price could have been better because it is quite expensive relative to others.
But other than this, this model remains one of the best power pressure washers for car that you can get. We highly recommend it if money is not a problem!
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The Greenworks GPW1602 is very similar to the Greenworks GPW1501 we have just reviewed above. In fact, it is almost its carbon copy and sports the same compact form factor. With one exception that this model has a slightly higher water pressure of 1,600 PSI.
Other than this, you can expect to get the same specs and performance as the previous model. You get 2 nozzles with quick connect functionality with this pressure washer as well as an ergonomic handle that is very easy to use.
The power source of 13 A is not the best we have seen, but it is able to deliver a decent water flow of 1.2 GPM, which is quite good considering its small size. Again, we see the flexibility of this pressure washer in terms of reach.
With its power cord of 35 feet and hose of 20 feet, it has a very long reach indeed. We only recommend this model if you can get it at a better price than the GPW1501. Because it has the same performance and ease-of-use, give or take.
Just keep in mind that this model is not for heavy-duty use but for casual pressure washing purposes. And this applies to both Greenworks models.
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Stanley is a popular brand that makes some of the best pressure washers for cars on the market. The Stanley SHP2150 is no different as it has an excellent built construction made from quality materials. It can withstand internal water pressure of 2,150 PSI. It is definitely very high performing.
Additionally, it has been designed in such a way that the connections will level leak as it uses professional-grade 22 mm connectors.
You get 4 nozzles with this purchase equipped with quick-connect functionality for better ease of use. Since this is a quality product, the manufacturer stands behind it and provides you with a 2-year warranty on this pressure washer.
All things considering, you have little to lose with this Stanley pressure washer. The only problem is that the installation is not as beginner-friendly or easy to use as other models in this review. However, it is still very achievable for beginners.
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The Ford FPWEF2 may not be the most powerful model in this review, but for the average consumer, it remains an excellent choice. Indeed, this popular pressure washer has a decent power of 13.5 A and water pressure of 1,800 PSI. Along with its water flow of 1.6 GPM, it is able to clean your car quite fast.
Moreover, it is very easy to use, and it has a quick hose reel that makes it incredibly practical to store your hose when not in use. You also have the possibility to purchase this model in different sizes and capacity, depending on your need.
For versatility, this model comes with 4 practical nozzles, each with a different water angle. The pressure hose is quite long at 25 feet, so it has a long rich. One outstanding feature of this pressure washer is that it has an onboard removable soup tank. This makes it more versatile.
However, the few disadvantages of this pressure washer are its fragile hose connector and relatively weaker performance. But other than this, it is still one of the best pressure washers for car detailing that you can get.
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When it comes to sheer performance, there are literally no models that can beat the Simpson MSH3125. With its internal water pressure of 3,200 PSI and water flow of 2.5 GPM, it will be able to clean your vehicle in record time.
This is a gas-powered model that is equipped with a Honda GC190 motor that will guarantee amazing performance.
Best, it can be used as a heavy-duty pressure washer for both professional as well as casual use. Out of the box, you get 5 quick connect nozzles for more versatility. It even has a soap nozzle for forming your vehicle.
Furthermore, despite being heavier than other pressure washers in this review, it is more portable because it is equipped with 2 heavy-duty wheels. You can easily carry it around anywhere, even on rough terrain.
If you're looking for the absolute best, then the Simpson MSH3125 is the best professional pressure washer that you can purchase. The only caveat with this model is its high price.
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There are basically 2 main types of power source for the pressure washer for cars. Electric and Gas-powered.
Electric: The electric pressure washer is usually more compact and easier to use. You simply connected to an electrical outlet and you are good to go.
However, the main disadvantage of this type of pressure washer is that it usually lacks the power of its gas-powered counterpart.
For a general-purpose or casual water pressure cleaning, the electric pressure washer is more than enough.
Gas-powered: If you need to perform heavy-duty cleaning, then the gas-powered pressure washer is unbeatable.
It is usually more expensive, bigger, and heavier, but it can deliver more water pressure at the nozzle.
As its name suggests, the water pressure is simply how much pressure the internal parts of the pressure washer can withstand.
The greater the pressure, the easier it will be able to remove dust and debris from your car's surface because it will deliver a bigger water force at the nozzle.
In general, most top-rated pressure washers for cars have a water pressure of at least 1,500 PSI. The best models on the market have over 3,000 PSI.
The water flow will dictate the cleaning "efficiency" of the pressure washer. This is simply how much water the nozzle can output per minute.
This value is denoted by the unit GPM (gallons per minute). The higher the water flow, the greater its cleaning and efficiency can be assumed to be. For a general-purpose cleaning, a GPM value of at least 1.2 will be enough.
However, if you need to clean your vehicle faster, then it is always best to go with a more performing model.
One of the biggest advantages of the pressure washer for car is that it comes with multiple nozzles.
The nozzle has a specific internal design that will dictate the angular water pattern that the pressure washer outputs.
Therefore, by changing the nozzle, you can control the entire cleaning process depending on your need.
For the best bang for the buck, look for pressure washers that come with the ability to change at least 2 nozzles.
The weight of the pressure washer will play an important role if you need to carry it around. Evidently, the lighter the pressure washer, the more portable the device will be.
However, you also need to consider if the pressure washer has rear-rollers that will enable you to move it around easily.
You simply need to tilt the pressure washer backwards, and it will be much easier to move.
What most people appreciate about the pressure washer for car is its ease-of-use. Simply connect it to the power source and press the handle and water will immediately start flowing out of the handle.
You don't want it to be very complicated to use. And for better ease of use, we recommend that you go with a model that comes with a clear instruction's manual.
Since the washer for car can be a dangerous tool, here are some important safety tips to consider.
The pressure washer for cars usually come with multiple nozzles. It is generally best to start with the most widespread angle nozzle first to adapt to the water pressure and water pattern of the pressure washer.
If you have an electrical socket nearby, then it is best not to use the water for cars in a way that it can wet the socket. This is because water is an excellent electrical conductor, and you can get shocked this way.
In order to ensure that your pressure washer for car is working in tip-top condition, you need to perform regular maintenance.
By performing regular maintenance, you ensure that no parts of the pressure washer get clogged which can later cause an accident.
You should never use the pressure washer in an awkward position like on a ladder or in high heights. The force of the water coming out of the nozzle can make you lose balance and fall.
As far as possible, you should always wear protective equipment like goggles or gloves when operating the pressure washer for car.
The pressure washer for car is a very effective way of cleaning your vehicle. It comes with a wide range of nozzles that makes it versatile to use. In fact, you can use this pressure washer for general-purpose cleaning as well.
Furthermore, most quality models have special technologies inside that limits the consumption of water to a bare minimum. This results in excellent water savings in the long term.
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About Joshua Thomas
Joshua Thomas just simply loves cars and willing to work on them whenever there's chance... sometimes for free.
He started CarCareTotal back in 2017 from the advices of total strangers who witnessed his amazing skills in car repairs here and there.
His goal with this creation is to help car owners better learn how to maintain and repair their cars; as such, the site would cover alot of areas: troubleshooting, product recommendations, tips & tricks.
Joshua received Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering at San Diego State University.
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