With so many options on the market, it can be overwhelming to figure out which electric pressure washer is best for you. We take the guesswork out of it with a comprehensive overview of the current situation. Whether you're looking for the best overall, most powerful, best value for money, or a brand you already have in mind, here are our top picks for the year.
Consider gas models too? Check out our main Best Pressure Washer Recommendations page!
Table of contents
- Best Electric Pressure Washer Overall
- Best Electric Pressure Washer Power
- The best cordless pressure washers
- The Best Portable Electric Pressure Washers
- best electric pressure washer value
- More testimonials from brands we trust
- Electric vs Air Pressure Washers
- Compare PSI and GPM
- Pressure Washer vs Strong Cleaner
- Why You Can Trust Pro Tool Reviews
Greenworks Commercial 2500 PSI Brushless Pressure Washer PW-2500C
Greenworks earns our top recommendation for best electric pressure washer when it comes to the professional category. It can legally replace 2500 PSI gas models at 1.2 GPM or 2.1 GPM at 100 PSI. While this can't compete with the 4000+ PSI behemoths, those of you who make a living on the lighter side of professional cleaning can kick the gas tank.
Giving it access to commercial/industrial-grade DNA, this model pairs a 14-amp brushless motor with a 1000-hour industrial-grade triplex pump, giving it a long lifespan. When you consider the range of electric pressure washers, it's hard to find a better product than this.
PWMA certified performance
Don't quite need a commercial-grade model? Check out Greenworks' 3000 PSI Electric Pressure Washer for $399.00.
Best Electric Pressure Washer Power
Ryobi 3000 PSI Brushless High Pressure Washer RY143011VNM
Ryobi is one of only two brands to hit the 3000 PSI mark (Greenworks being the other) and their brushless electric pressure washers are actually certified as working pressure instead of playing games with the PSI Max* marketing which often has misleading. Paired with 1.1 GPM, that's the strongest performance we've seen from an electric model to date. When you compare it to what you get on the gas side, it's moving into the mid-performance range and breaking new ground for the electric class.
The downside is that you'll pay more for maximum performance. Yet you get the performance of gasoline with the convenience of electricity without the gas bills to pay for or the small engine mechanics to keep it running.
PWMA certified performance
The best cordless electric pressure washers
Ryobi 40V HP Brushless Whisper Series 2000 PSI Pressure Washer
If you've been waiting for a lithium-ion battery-powered pressure washer, the wait is over. The second generation Ryobi 40V HP Brushless model is the best cordless electric pressure washer in a very narrow field of competition.
In Boost mode, it delivers 2000 PSI and 1.2 GPM of cleaning power, and has nearly the same physical form as the 1500 PISI version we got recommended last year. With the power upgrade, though, you'll need two batteries to power the device.
It's important that you don't need a pressurized water source to run this unit. Drop the siphon hose into your pool or lake for a clean without having to lug around the garden hose. Part of Ryobi's Whisper series, it operates at just 57 decibels. Now, if you're wide awake at 4:00 AM, keep using your pressure washer—you won't wake up your neighbors.
*Please note that the $449.00 price tag is only for the pressure washer without battery and charger.
PWMA certified performance
The Best Portable Electric Pressure Washers
DeWalt 2100 PSI Jobsite Pressure Washer
DeWalt's Portable Electric Pressure Washer caught our attention because of its great design, which balances performance and portability better than others. In terms of performance, it has more performance than most small pressure washers with 2100 PSI and 1.2 GPM.
The genius is in the physical form—everything fits in a suitcase-sized shell and roll cage. Open the door on the side to find the hose and nozzle storage. The hoses are neatly wrapped in the roll cage. You also get a telescoping handle and wheels, making it easy to carry even though it's larger than models we've recommended in the past.
CETA certified performance
best electric pressure washer value
In our search for the best electric pressure washer value, we found two models that both offer a lot for the price.
Karcher K 2 1700 PSI Pressure Washer Plus Surface Cleaner and Car Kit
Karcher's combo kit includes a pressure washer with a pressure of 1700 PSI and 1.45 GPM. While those numbers aren't as impressive as some of the other models we've recommended, there are accessories to help you get the most out of it. Surface cleaners make your concrete cleaning job more efficient, while car care kits help you clean your vehicle without damaging the paint. There are even two wands in the kit – a Vario Power and a Dirt Blaster.
CETA certified performance
Greenworks 2300 PSI Pressure Washer with Foam Cannon
If you are looking for the highest performance you can get on a budget, then the Greenworks 2300 PSI model is the best electric pressure washer for you. It's rare to get 2300 PSI and 1.2 GPM certified performance for less than $200. Greenworks sweetened the deal by adding a foam cannon to help you get thick foam on your vehicle while cleaning it.
PWMA certified performance
More testimonials from brands we trust
Best Craftsman Electric Pressure Washer – CMEPW2800
Craftsman has a wide selection of rugged pressure washers at very attractive prices. Our top pick for the Craftsman also happens to have the most pressure in their electric lineup. CETA certified up to 2800 PSI and 1.1 GPM with 15° nozzle. This is a 400 PSI performance upgrade from the top Craftsman we recommended last year. The unit's four attached nozzles plus turbo nozzle storage on top and the frame's 10-inch wheels make rolling on the lawn easier.
CETA certified performance
Best HART Electric Pressure Washer – HW142511VNM
HART has a variety of pressure washers to choose from, our top pick is the 2000 PSI/1.1 GPM model. Thanks to its brushless motor, it has a 25% higher PSI than last year's best HART, putting it in the cleaning performance class with some of the biggest names in the industry. The overall design is tried and true, and the cleaning power can indeed exceed entry-level gas models with far less maintenance and frustration.
If you haven't been following HART's OPE line, it's not just pressure washers that the brand has made a big buck for. It's comprehensive, and HART is quickly making Walmart the destination for premium battery-operated OPEs and power tools.
PWMA certified performance
Price: $314.00
Best Simpson Electric Pressure Washer – Cleaner CM60976
Simpson makes a great line of pressure washers for homeowners all the way up to commercial professionals. Most are gas models, but the Clean Machine CM60976 is an excellent choice for an electric pressure washer. Producing 2300 PSI and 1.2 GPM at the top end, it's the value that matters here. This is another model that uses brushless motor technology, but it costs less than its closest brushless competitors.
CETA certified performance
Best STIHL Electric Pressure Washer – RE 110 Plus
Stihl's line of pressure washers is not as deep as some brands, but each one is thoughtfully crafted. Between their two electric offerings (the RE 90 is no longer available), the Stihl RE 110 Plus offers homeowners the better performance. With 2000 PSI and 1.2 GPM from its brushless motor, there are many more powerful options to choose from. However, none of them have a service network like Stihl's.
What about Sun Qiao?
There is some confusion with some manufacturers' PSI and GPM ratings. Brands like Sun Joe's and Westinghouse decided to use "PSI max" as a way of communicating pressure, unlike how other manufacturers got their numbers. Check out this article for more details.
While pressure washers from these brands are popular and clean well, pay close attention to the numbers when comparing models.
Best Sun Joe Electric Pressure Washer – SPX3000
Sun Joe has one of the largest lines of electric pressure washers and the SPX3000 is without a doubt their most popular product. With 2030 max PSI and 1.76 GPM, be sure to check the fine print before pulling the trigger. It actually produces 1450 PSI under a typical workload, and the GPM rating is obtained with the nozzles open (aka no nozzles installed). While its $169 price tag is attractive, be sure to compare it with other pressure washers in the 1500 PSI range.
On a positive note, the Sun Joe is designed to be easy to use, it has two removable cleaner canisters, and it comes with 5 nozzles. Despite the departure from typical spec reports, it's a very approachable pressure washer that has served many homeowners well.
Best Westinghouse Electric Pressure Washer – ePX 2050
The Westinghouse ePX 2050 PSI Pressure Washer is unlike most, thanks to the four casters on the base. Instead of using two larger wheels, four grounding points are used to prevent tipping. However, it also makes rolling on grass difficult. On the other hand, the entire package weighs less than 25 pounds, so it's not too heavy to pick up when needed.
In terms of performance, you're looking at 2050 max PSI (the manual states 2030 max PSI) and 1.76 GPM. Sound familiar? This is the same spec as the Sun Joe model, and while Westinghouse doesn't have the same disclosure that the Sun Joe uses, it's reasonable to expect that your working PSI is closer to 1500 and the GPM rating was obtained without the nozzle installed.
Best Worx Electric Pressure Washer – WG607
Worx is another brand that shows PSI max, but to their credit they are very clear on what to expect at work. On the WG607 they put the 2000 PSI working pressure in the name and let you know it has a 2200 max PSI in the specs. The same goes for GPM ratings. It has a rated flow rate of 1.2 GPM and a maximum of 1.4. We appreciate clarity!
We really like the hose reel built into the frame. Managing hoses can be a pain when storing or moving any pressure washer, and an assist can be helpful. Of the four nozzles in the box, one is a handy turbo nozzle that helps lower PSI units work more efficiently.
Electric vs Air Pressure Washers
Electric pressure washers aren't as powerful as gas models, but they do reach a level that's perfect for home use.
The good thing is that electric models are low maintenance. No need to worry about gasoline, oil levels, spark plugs or carburetors. In addition, the noise level is much lower and there are no emissions.
However, you are connected to a power source. Considering you're also connected to a water source, it's not as inconvenient as corded and cordless power tools.
Compare PSI and GPM
It can be difficult to figure out which of several pressure washers will give you the best cleaning power. There's a relatively simple formula to compare them – just multiply PSI by GPM. Here are some examples:
| PSI | gross profit margin | cleaning power | |
| Model A | 2000 | 1.2 | 2400 |
| Type B | 2200 | 1.4 | 3080 |
| Type C | 2300 | 1.3 | 2990 |
Check out this article to learn more about the relationship between PSI and GPM in a pressure washer.
Pressure Washer vs Strong Cleaner
There is a relatively new type of cleaning tool on the market called a power cleaner, such as the Worx Hydroshot. These are handy for cleaning all kinds of stuff, especially considering you can attach a hose directly to them or use a siphon hose and a bucket of water.
The biggest difference between a pressure washer and a power washer is that the pressure of a pressure washer is much higher. A power cleaner is entirely contained in a tool not much larger than a pressure washer stick, and the components must be smaller. While pressure washers typically start around 1500 PSI and go up from there, most power cleaners run at 300 – 600 PSI. On the other hand, a power cleaner can flow similarly to a power pressure washer.
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