DEWALT DCPW550B Power Cleaner, Yellow/Black

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PWMA (Pressure Washer Manufacturers‘ Association): All water pressure (PSI) and flow rate (GPM) claims for this product were tested and verified by an independent lab, ensuring you’ll take home the power you were promised The biggest problem is always going to be how long your battery powered pressure washer will last. This can vary quite dramatically between cordless pressure washers, and the charging time is also worth bearing in mind. The accessories are very good. Out of the machines I tested, I’d say this is the best cordless pressure washer for accessories. If you’re worried about accidentally removing car paint or breaking old glass, the additional brush allows you to clean more gently. The ECO mode also softens the pressure for a gentle clean. The benefit of cordless pressure washers, with their lower bar pressure, is that they tend to have a range of gentler pressure settings, so you’ll be less likely to damage paintwork with them. If you want to use your cordless pressure washer for more delicate tasks, such as cleaning a grubby dog after a walk, you should look for something much gentler, around 5 bar.

A washer with more than 22 bar should be capable of removing most types of dirt. A good pressure washer with this power can usually remove algae on patios using a fine ‘pencil’ jet. One feature that makes this pressure washer a lot more versatile is its ability to draw water from a standing source as well as a tap. This can come in exceptionally handy if you don’t have a tap near your driveway (although you will still need access to a mains power source). Can draw from standing water as well as the mains, so can be used where you don’t have a water source It’s an excellent all-rounder that delivers in all the ways you’d expect. Out of the washers I tested, this comes out as the very best portable pressure washer.There’s a jet nozzle for stubborn dirt, a foam nozzle for detergent and a flat-jet nozzle for cleaning bikes and garden furniture. All accessories can be stored on the pressure washer itself.

Up to 63 mins run time* (*per charge using two DEWALT DCB548 XR FLEXVOLT 12Ah batteries on Low mode with Turbo nozzle) Its weight is on the heavier side for this class of tool—7.4 pounds with a 5.0Ah battery. As a two-hand tool, it’s not that burdensome. For the way we’ve been using it, we’d much rather have the higher performance DeWalt offers than to trade it off for a little less weight. 2-Speeds 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.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.

Also, other cordless pressure washers at the same price tend to come with more accessories, which I think Wesco should look to include to provide more value to the consumer. Pressure washers with an integrated water tank are more portable and can be used on a trip. However, they are heavier and limited by the capacity of the tank. Equipped on the DCMPW1600N is a roll cage for added protection against falls and bumps along with two 8" rubber wheels and a telescopic handle for easy transportation and maneuverability. All the accessories than are included can be conveniently stored in the the large storage compartment or attached to the machine to minimise the risk of losing accessories. Follow the care instructions carefully because these will extend its life. Pay particular attention to the advice about charging – overheating a battery does it no favours, and it may benefit from being charged before it has 100% run down. The 110 bar pressure allows it to make light work of a range of household cleaning tasks, including car washing, patio scrubbing and cleaning outdoor furniture. It comes with a detergent container and a range of spray nozzles for more effective cleaning.

The best way to describe this cordless pressure washer is basic but powerful. It’s certainly capable of doing the majority of jobs that you would require from a cordless model and I think it’s the best cordless pressure washer to buy on a budget. This is something that’s important to consider. What do you want to use your cordless portable pressure washer for?