KARCHER K5 vs MAKITA HW132/2 Pressure Washer Comparison

Torn between buying a KARCHER K5 or MAKITA HW132/2 pressure washer?

Karcher/Makita manufacture quality pressure washers, with the K5 Power Control Flex and HW132/2 – reflecting just that. We compared the Makita HW132/2 – and Karcher K5 Power Control Flex, analysing features, power, performance, and reviews.

How K5 Power Control Flex and HW132/2 – Pressure Washers Work

Karcher K5 and Makita HW132/2 pressure washers use a 2100 W and 2100 W (Watt) electric motor to draw up water, which is pressurised to 145 and 140 bar, respectively. Water is forced through KARCHER Power Control Flex K5 and MAKITA – HW132/2 jet nozzle lance, creating a powerful stream of water used to clean dirty surfaces.

The K5 and HW132/2 can clean cars, vans, paving stones, decking, and all types of outdoor items. With 145 and 140 bars of pressure, the Karcher K5 and Makita HW132/2 are built to blast away stains, grime, moss, mud, and dirt from hard surfaces.

KARCHER K5 and MAKITA HW132/2 Motor Wattage and Bar Pressure

Makita HW132/2 and Karcher K5 pressure washers power is measured by their wattage and pressure (bar/force). Typically, pressure washers range between 1200 – 3000W, with the Makita HW132/2 rated at 2100 W and Karcher K5 measuring 2100 W.

For bar pressure, the Karcher Power Control Flex K5 is rated maximum 145 and the Makita HW132/2 Power Control Flex has max 140, which is plenty for thorough cleaning.

• Does K5 KARCHER produce cordless pressure washers? – Yes – OC 3, KHB 4-18, KHB 6, 1.117-220.0
• Does HW132/2 MAKITA produce cordless pressure washers? – Yes – DHW180Z 18V LXT, DHW080ZK

Water Flow Rate

Water flow rate of the KARCHER K5 and MAKITA HW132/2 pressure washer is measured in litres per minute or hours, (l/min – l/h), and informs how much water the machine goes through. KARCHER K5 and MAKITA HW132/2 have flow rates of 8.33 l/min and 7.00 l/min, making them powerful at washing and rinsing.

• K5 flow rate: 8.33 l/min
• HW132/2 flow rate: 7.00 l/min

Hose Length

The high-pressure hose length of HW132/2 and K5 electric pressure washers affects reach. The KARCHER K5 comes with a 10m hose, and the MAKITA HW132/2 measures 8m. Both K5 Power Control Flex and HW132/2 – pressure washer are compatible with hose extensions if required.

K5 Power Control Flex and HW132/2 – Accessories

KARCHER K5 Power Control Flex and MAKITA HW132/2 – pressure washers come with adjustable lance nozzles (varying spray patterns) and are compatible with Karcher and Makita accessories, including surface cleaners for patios, decking, and driveways, extension wands, brushes, detergent dispensers, snow foam, etc.

• Karcher K5 Supplied accessories: High-pressure gun, Dirt Blaster spray lance, Plug and Clean Detergent system, garden hose adapter
• Makita HW132/2 Supplied accessories: Cleaning brush, turbo nozzle, foam sprayer, hose reel, adaptor

Brand	Model	Power (W)	Pressure (bar)	Hose (m)	Prices
KARCHER	K5	2100 W	145	10	£359.00
MAKITA	HW132/2	2100 W	140	8	£350.00

Where to buy the K5? – Buy direct from KARCHER, or see best buy

Where to buy the HW132/2? – Buy direct from MAKITA, or see best buy