KARCHER K4 vs NILFISK Core 150-10 Pressure Washer Comparison

Torn between buying a KARCHER K4 or NILFISK Core 150-10 pressure washer?

Karcher/Nilfisk manufacture quality pressure washers, with the K4 Power Control Flex and Core 150-10 Power Control DP UK reflecting just that. We compared the Nilfisk Core 150-10 Power Control DP UK and Karcher K4 Power Control Flex, analysing features, power, performance, and reviews.

How K4 Power Control Flex and Core 150-10 Power Control DP UK Pressure Washers Work

Karcher K4 and Nilfisk Core 150-10 pressure washers use a 1800 W and 2000 W (Watt) electric motor to draw up water, which is pressurised to 130 and 150 bar, respectively. Water is forced through KARCHER Power Control Flex K4 and NILFISK Power Control DP UK Core 150-10 jet nozzle lance, creating a powerful stream of water used to clean dirty surfaces.

The K4 and Core 150-10 can clean cars, vans, paving stones, decking, and all types of outdoor items. With 130 and 150 bars of pressure, the Karcher K4 and Nilfisk Core 150-10 are built to blast away stains, grime, moss, mud, and dirt from hard surfaces.

KARCHER K4 and NILFISK Core 150-10 Motor Wattage and Bar Pressure

Nilfisk Core 150-10 and Karcher K4 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 K4 measuring 1800 W.

For bar pressure, the Karcher Power Control Flex K4 is rated maximum 130 and the Nilfisk Core 150-10 Power Control Flex has max 150, which is plenty for thorough cleaning.

• Does K4 KARCHER produce cordless pressure washers? – Yes – OC 3, 1.117-220.0, KHB 4-18, KHB 6
• Does Core 150-10 NILFISK produce cordless pressure washers? – No

Water Flow Rate

Water flow rate of the KARCHER K4 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 K4 and NILFISK Core 150-10 have flow rates of 7.00 l/min and 7.80 l/min, making them powerful at washing and rinsing.

• K4 flow rate: 7.00 l/min
• Core 150-10 flow rate: 7.80 l/min

Hose Length

The high-pressure hose length of Core 150-10 and K4 electric pressure washers affects reach. The KARCHER K4 comes with a 8m hose, and the NILFISK Core 150-10 measures 10m. Both K4 Power Control Flex and Core 150-10 Power Control DP UK pressure washer are compatible with hose extensions if required.

K4 Power Control Flex and Core 150-10 Power Control DP UK Accessories

KARCHER K4 Power Control Flex 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 K4 Supplied accessories: G 160 Q Power Control Gun, Dirt Blast Lance, Vario Power Lance
• 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	K4	1800 W	130	8	£249.00
NILFISK	Core 150-10	2000 W	150	10	£290.00

Where to buy the K4? – Buy direct from KARCHER, or see best buy

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