Best Pressure Washer for cars ~$100 | + results of FB poll
The best pressure washer for your car does not need to be the most expensive one.
That is why the pressure washers I picked are budget-friendly and popular among car enthusiasts and mobile detailers.
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Real owners’ Feedback with Facebook poll Results
I’ve created a poll on Facebook in several detailing enthusiasts’ groups. Here I’m sharing the results of the most popular poll.
I’m attaching comments from those who shared their real-life experience using these pressure washers. You can find it in the description of each washer below.
I blurred their profiles as I don’t want to affect someone’s privacy.
Best Compact Pressure Washers for ~$100 (click on one for more info)
How did I pick options for this top list?
Actually, that was pretty simple.
1. The budget.
Considering not everyone needs to wash something 24/7 or open a detailing shop, there is no need to spend an insane amount on a pressure washer.
I set up a budget of around $100, as here you already have access to decent washers without risking high amounts if, after a first car wash, you decide it’s not for you.
2. The type.
Modern electric pressure washers are powerful enough to cover all your car maintenance needs, so there is no need to look at other washer types, especially knowing that some good gas pressure washers won’t even fit our budget.
3. Size.
I think that compact size is the best option for this price range, as if you are looking for some reliability with those 5000 PSI and 5 GPM options for $100, I can only wish you good luck.
Long-lasting is what comes with reputable brands, and we are not here to waste money.
Moreover, with such compact sizes, they can become a great companion on the go, for example, for mobile detailers, or for enthusiasts to create a wall-mounted pressure washer set-up.
Best Compact Pressure Washers for ~$100
RYOBI 1,800 PSI
Not the most popular option on Amazon, but a winner of my Facebook poll among car enthusiasts.
Reasons for success: availability and reliability
Often on sale, so if you caught a price without a discount, wait a bit and you may get it for around $100, otherwise take a look on other washers from this list.
Specs:
Max. Pressure – 1,800 PSI | Max. Flow Rate – 1.2 GPM | Dimensions – 12.5″L x 10″W x 9″H | Weight – 16 Pounds
Real Owner’s Feedback
Price
CRAFTSMAN Electric Pressure Washer
Second place of my Facebook poll with 15% votes
Reasons for success: affordability/performance
The cheapest option on my list but additionally often on sale. So, if you caught a price without a discount, wait a bit a,s while I’m creating this post, it is sold for $89.
Specs:
Max. Pressure – 1,700 PSI | Max. Flow Rate – 1.2 GPM | Dimensions – 13.6″L x 12.3″W x 13.6″H | Weight – 20.5 Pounds
Real Owner’s Feedback
Price
Kärcher K1700 Cube
By accident, I wrote K1800 in my poll, which is out of $100 budget even on sale, but he same applies to K1700 as well.
Reasons for success: built quality and brand name
The most expensive option on my list, even when on sale. So, to fit our ~$100, you should consider buying it only during discounts. On the day I create this post, it’s on sale for $129.
Specs:
Max. Pressure – 1,700 PSI | Max. Flow Rate – 1.2 GPM | Dimensions – 16″L x 13″W x 11.5″H | Weight – 15.5 Pounds
Real Owner’s Feedback
Price
Westinghouse ePX3
Last place of my Facebook poll with 5% votes
Reasons for success: affordability/performance
The most powerful option on my list with tempting pricing when on sale. I find it to be a great option for the price as while I’m making this post, the discounted price of ePX3 is $109. It feels like the brand is a bit depreciated, but in a fact a great option to consider.
Specs:
Max. Pressure – 2,100 PSI | Max. Flow Rate – 1.76 GPM | Dimensions – 15″L x 8.5″W x 11″H | Weight – 20.5 Pounds
Real Owner’s Feedback
Price
Conclusion
Generally speaking, you can’t go wrong with any of this. Compare the prices on the day of purchase, and get the one that will have a discount, the longest warranty, and has the nearest service/shop to your house in case you need a warranty replacement.
I hate such conclusions when I’m looking for smth online, but all these pressure washers are great. If you ask me, I would pick Craftsman as it’s the cheapest one, and in red color, I love red color.
