KARCHER K2 vs KARCHER K3 Pressure Washer Comparison

Torn between buying a KARCHER K2 or KARCHER K3 pressure washer?

Karcher/Karcher manufacture quality pressure washers, with the K2 Power Control and K3 Power Control reflecting just that. We compared the Karcher K3 Power Control and Karcher K2 Power Control, analysing features, power, performance, and reviews.

How K2 Power Control and K3 Power Control Pressure Washers Work

Karcher K2 and Karcher K3 pressure washers use a 1400 W and 1600 W (Watt) electric motor to draw up water, which is pressurised to 110 and 120 bar, respectively. Water is forced through KARCHER Power Control K2 and KARCHER Power Control K3 jet nozzle lance, creating a powerful stream of water used to clean dirty surfaces.

The K2 and K3 can clean cars, vans, paving stones, decking, and all types of outdoor items. With 110 and 120 bars of pressure, the Karcher K2 and Karcher K3 are built to blast away stains, grime, moss, mud, and dirt from hard surfaces.

KARCHER K2 and KARCHER K3 Motor Wattage and Bar Pressure

Karcher K3 and Karcher K2 pressure washers power is measured by their wattage and pressure (bar/force). Typically, pressure washers range between 1200 – 3000W, with the Karcher K3 rated at 1600 W and Karcher K2 measuring 1400 W.

For bar pressure, the Karcher Power Control K2 is rated maximum 110 and the Karcher K3 Power Control has max 120, which is plenty for thorough cleaning.

• Does K2 KARCHER produce cordless pressure washers? – Yes – KHB 4-18, 1.117-220.0, OC 3, KHB 6
• Does K3 KARCHER produce cordless pressure washers? – Yes – 1.117-220.0, KHB 6, OC 3, KHB 4-18

Water Flow Rate

Water flow rate of the KARCHER K2 and KARCHER K3 pressure washer is measured in litres per minute or hours, (l/min – l/h), and informs how much water the machine goes through. KARCHER K2 and KARCHER K3 have flow rates of 6.00 l/min and 6.33 l/min, making them powerful at washing and rinsing.

• K2 flow rate: 6.00 l/min
• K3 flow rate: 6.33 l/min

Hose Length

The high-pressure hose length of K3 and K2 electric pressure washers affects reach. The KARCHER K2 comes with a 5m hose, and the KARCHER K3 measures 7m. Both K2 Power Control and K3 Power Control pressure washer are compatible with hose extensions if required.

K2 Power Control and K3 Power Control Accessories

KARCHER K2 Power Control and KARCHER K3 Power Control pressure washers come with adjustable lance nozzles (varying spray patterns) and are compatible with Karcher and Karcher accessories, including surface cleaners for patios, decking, and driveways, extension wands, brushes, detergent dispensers, snow foam, etc.

• Karcher K2 Supplied accessories: Vario Power spray lance, Dirt Blaster lance, High-pressure gun
• Karcher K3 Supplied accessories: Power spray lance, dirt blaster, high pressure handling hose, garden hose adapter

Brand	Model	Power (W)	Pressure (bar)	Hose (m)	Prices
KARCHER	K2	1400 W	110	5	£119.00
KARCHER	K3	1600 W	120	7	£139.00

Where to buy the K2? – Buy direct from KARCHER, or see best buy

Where to buy the K3? – Buy direct from KARCHER, or see best buy