Karcher K5 Compact Review

The Karcher K5 Compact Pressure Washer is a compact, well designed and versatile tool which is perfectly suited to both tough and delicate tasks, including cleaning car exteriors, bikes, garden tools, garden furniture, fences, stone walls, brickwork, and more. It boasts an impressive performance and includes an adjustable pressure between 20 and 145 bar, and a maximum flow rate of 500 litres per hour. Two lances are included, namely a Vario lance and a Dirt Blaster lance.

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The Karcher K5 Compact Pressure Washer has an in-built detergent system which consists of a tube connecting to a detergent bottle and extracting detergent straight from the bottle. It's a simple system to set up and use. We also like the compact nature of the pressure washer. It can easily be moved and stored as and when required. It will fit in most car boots.

About Karcher

Karcher are a well known and reputable brand of home/outdoor tools, machines and accessories. Their garden products include pressure washers, lawnmowers, lawn/hedge trimmers, grass/shrub shears, weed removers, leaf blowers, garden vacuums, chainsaws, tree loppers, and more. Karcher are well known in the UK and Europe.

Specification

We now look at the features:

• Compact - The pressure washer is compact for easy transportation and storage. It fits in tight spaces easily, including in most car boots. On-board accessory storage helps you save space, and also keeps accessories together.
• Performance - Despite its small size, the Karcher K5 Compact Pressure Washer is a well designed and highly effective tool. It has a powerful 2100 motor which is water-cooled to extend its life and maintain performance. It has an adjustable pressure between 20 and 145 bar, and a maximum water flow output of 500 litres per hour.
• Lances - The tool has two lances - a Vario lance for lighter jobs and a tougher Dirt Blaster lance.
• Detergent - The Karcher K5 Compact Pressure Washer has a detergent system. It lets you extract detergent straight from the bottle to be directly applied to the cleaning area. It's a quick and easy to use solution.
• Mobility - Moving the pressure washer around is easy thanks to its telescopic handle and wheels.
• Quick Connect - The hose can be connected to the gun and machine quickly and easily thanks to its 'Quick Connect' design.
• Hose - The long 8 metre hose provides a high amount of reach.

Summary

Overall, the Karcher K5 Compact Pressure Washer is a well designed, highly effective and easy to use tool which has a compact design to make storage and transportation extremely easy and convenient. We particularly like its high pressure to size ratio. It achieves a pressure of up to 145 bar and a maximum flow rate of 500 litres per hour. We also like its detergent suction system, two lances (Vario and Dirt Blaster), and long 8 metre hose. We rate the Karcher K5 Compact Pressure Washer 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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