KARCHER K3 vs NILFISK Core 150-10 Pressure Washer Comparison

Torn between buying a KARCHER K3 or NILFISK Core 150-10 pressure washer?

Karcher/Nilfisk manufacture quality pressure washers, with the K3 Power Control and Core 150-10 Power Control DP UK reflecting just that. We compared the Nilfisk Core 150-10 Power Control DP UK and Karcher K3 Power Control, analysing features, power, performance, and reviews.

How K3 Power Control and Core 150-10 Power Control DP UK Pressure Washers Work

Karcher K3 and Nilfisk Core 150-10 pressure washers use a 1600 W and 2000 W (Watt) electric motor to draw up water, which is pressurised to 120 and 150 bar, respectively. Water is forced through KARCHER Power Control K3 and NILFISK Power Control DP UK Core 150-10 jet nozzle lance, creating a powerful stream of water used to clean dirty surfaces.

The K3 and Core 150-10 can clean cars, vans, paving stones, decking, and all types of outdoor items. With 120 and 150 bars of pressure, the Karcher K3 and Nilfisk Core 150-10 are built to blast away stains, grime, moss, mud, and dirt from hard surfaces.

KARCHER K3 and NILFISK Core 150-10 Motor Wattage and Bar Pressure

Nilfisk Core 150-10 and Karcher K3 pressure washers power is measured by their wattage and pressure (bar/force). Typically, pressure washers range between 1200 – 3000W, with the Nilfisk Core 150-10 rated at 2000 W and Karcher K3 measuring 1600 W.

For bar pressure, the Karcher Power Control K3 is rated maximum 120 and the Nilfisk Core 150-10 Power Control has max 150, which is plenty for thorough cleaning.

• Does K3 KARCHER produce cordless pressure washers? – Yes – 1.117-220.0, KHB 6, OC 3, KHB 4-18
• Does Core 150-10 NILFISK produce cordless pressure washers? – No

Water Flow Rate

Water flow rate of the KARCHER K3 and NILFISK Core 150-10 pressure washer is measured in litres per minute or hours, (l/min – l/h), and informs how much water the machine goes through. KARCHER K3 and NILFISK Core 150-10 have flow rates of 6.33 l/min and 7.80 l/min, making them powerful at washing and rinsing.

• K3 flow rate: 6.33 l/min
• Core 150-10 flow rate: 7.80 l/min

Hose Length

The high-pressure hose length of Core 150-10 and K3 electric pressure washers affects reach. The KARCHER K3 comes with a 7m hose, and the NILFISK Core 150-10 measures 10m. Both K3 Power Control and Core 150-10 Power Control DP UK pressure washer are compatible with hose extensions if required.

K3 Power Control and Core 150-10 Power Control DP UK Accessories

KARCHER K3 Power Control and NILFISK Core 150-10 Power Control DP UK pressure washers come with adjustable lance nozzles (varying spray patterns) and are compatible with Karcher and Nilfisk accessories, including surface cleaners for patios, decking, and driveways, extension wands, brushes, detergent dispensers, snow foam, etc.

• Karcher K3 Supplied accessories: Power spray lance, dirt blaster, high pressure handling hose, garden hose adapter
• Nilfisk Core 150-10 Supplied accessories: G3 lance, Cleaning tool, G4 spray handle, Foam sprayer, Compact Patio head

Brand	Model	Power (W)	Pressure (bar)	Hose (m)	Prices
KARCHER	K3	1600 W	120	7	£139.00
NILFISK	Core 150-10	2000 W	150	10	£290.00

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

Where to buy the Core 150-10? – Buy direct from NILFISK, or see best buy