$100 Budget Pressure Washer's for Car Washing | Ryobi | Greenworks | Craftsman | Westinghouse

Today we have a $100 Pressure Washer battle to see what is best for car washing and is there really that much of a difference between them. Enjoy the video and the bloopers at the end.
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Products In Video:
Ryobi 1800 - www.homedepot.com/p/RYOBI-180...
Craftsman 1700 - amzn.to/3VTyVlO or check product tags
Greenworks 1700 - Check Product tags its $69 there from target
Westinghouse 2100 (They raised the price!) - amzn.to/3UelPOw
1/4 Quick Connect Adapter - amzn.to/4auoTfd
M22 to 1/4 Quick Connect - amzn.to/4aO4fXo
Bear Force Brass Foam Cannon - amzn.to/3VY19vB
Uberflex 35 ft. Hose - amzn.to/3PX5hZ2
$20 M22 Swivel Spray Gun - amzn.to/3VUQD8l
Fixfans Nozzle Guards 2.5 - amzn.to/49FzrHq
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Flexzilla Hose - amzn.to/3vC5k5e
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Items On The Wall Setup:
WaterDrop Spotless - amzn.to/3ZyUSWX
Flow Meter - amzn.to/3ENhE41
CR Spotless DIW20 - amzn.to/3BV2GXz
Carbon Filter 1 Micron - amzn.to/3t4XpMD
Chloramine reduction carbon filter - amzn.to/3tbh4dS
Active 2.0 from Active - shop.activeproducts.com/produ...
Active 2.0 from Amazon - amzn.to/43q4vZ9
SGS28 Swivel Spray Gun - amzn.to/3dTuKPh
Pressure Washer Hose - amzn.to/3O1HDYp
3 foot Jumper Hose- amzn.to/46BAQxz
MAD Car Care Nozzle Holders - madcarcareproducts.com
3/8 female QD coupler - amzn.to/3xj224e
1/4 Female Quick Disconnect Set for Wall - amzn.to/48EDMuT
Blueseal Garden Hose Retractable Reel - amzn.to/3RHqdox
Fixfans Pressure Washer Hose Retractable Reel - amzn.to/3LKlZc9
Essential Washer Hose - amzn.to/46z7PCH
Flexzilla Swivel Hose - amzn.to/45urvqp
Brass Garden Hose Angles - amzn.to/3YQ848y
Ridge Washer Nozzles - amzn.to/46cNbbE
15 inch heater hose - amzn.to/46rSP9o
3/4 female npt to 3/4 female ght adapter - amzn.to/3t9JW67
3/4 male npt to 3/4 male npt adapter - amzn.to/3ZTkGgV
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DigiFlow 6710 - amzn.to/3zFsrfa
Amp Meter - amzn.to/3zJtgU4
Blue Monster Tape - amzn.to/3ZArFep
Union Valve - amzn.to/3jSv2wI
Union Fitting- amzn.to/3E7ZMRs
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3/8 stainless elbow - amzn.to/3E55ljg
m22 to 3/8 female -amzn.to/3Xv22Jp
3/8 male plug - amzn.to/3YAirxy
Products I use
Active Short Gun - shop.activeproducts.com?sca_ref=2600661.YNbljSrmHt
Cart - amzn.to/3jNalzz
Solo Battery Powered Sprayer - amzn.to/3u6IxKe
Kingkast Waterproof Gloves - amzn.to/3oGitnZ
Syphlid Waterproof Garden Shoes - amzn.to/31Cdhc9
Awesome Multi Tool "Wonder Wrench" - amzn.to/3ghAOTM
De-Ionization - amzn.to/3yNH8bZ
VE52 Pressure Washer - amzn.to/3fWWqp9
VE52 Pressure Washer Alternative (Same unit different cosmetics) - amzn.to/2WrBNK6
MJJC Foam Cannon - amzn.to/3v00rO6
MJJC Site - www.mjjc.com/collections/foam...
Firehose Nozzle - amzn.to/3d9SKLv
Brass Garden Hose Shutoff valve De-Ionization - amzn.to/3d39O93
Small EZ Detail Brush - amzn.to/3i72Qzu
Tire Brush - amzn.to/3ARRh9X
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[@joshread3740]

I've been use the Craftsman for about two years. I keep intending to upgrade it but it still works solidly and makes it hard to justify getting a new one. Also, while i use my Active gun when detailing, I happily use the stock gun for everything else. Its really nice. I put stainless steel quick connects on it and it works like a champ. I've also upgraded the hose of course as soon as I bought it. I'll probably upgrade to the Active 2.3 in a year or so.

[@CarsWithKeav]

The stock gun is surprisingly good. Best trigger feel of any stick gun I have ever tried. I’ll be getting my 2.3 in the next few weeks to put to the test.

[@MagicMikesDetailing]

I also have been using the Craftsman..recently upgraded to the Active 2.0…Craftsman is a definitely a good back up power washer.

[@CarsWithKeav]

@@MagicMikesDetailing Agreed, great backup.

[@davidblalock1709]

My Ryobi is on the way out. So this video came at the right time.

[@CarsWithKeav]

Hope I could help.

[@DetailsNMe]

Great comparison!!! Love your videos!!! Thank you for the open and honest demos!!

[@CarsWithKeav]

You’re welcome

[@archiepezek]

Great review Keav! Thank you for all your work.

[@CarsWithKeav]

You’re welcome

[@bjones804]

Great video. Been using the Greenworks for 4 years and love it! I have the Ryobi as well but have yet to open it. Got the Ryobi for $69 on Black Friday and only bought it as a replacement but the Greenworks has been a Champ!!!

[@CarsWithKeav]

They are all great machines. Had a Greenworks and Ryobi for years. The sounds have changed a little probably changing suppliers for motors and pumps. That was a great deal!

[@Klar1zze]

Thank you so much, this is exactly what I needed. Great review!

[@CarsWithKeav]

You’re welcome

[@timmclaughlin7576]

Great review. I started with the craftsman it’s still rocking. Well beyond 100 hours life expectancy. Love ur content 😊

[@CarsWithKeav]

I kind of like it they did things a little different and it stuck out among all the other clones.

[@CookiesUnleashed]

Don’t forget them karcher cubes! I got mine for 80 bucks on prime day. Great little machine and they’re extremely quiet

[@CarsWithKeav]

They are awesome, but the $80 prime deal may never happen again. They are usually like $150.

[@diydetailofficial]

Thanks for using DIY Detail Incredible Suds

[@CarsWithKeav]

Always!

[@KingDaDetailer]

I've had the Ryobi for 2 years no problem, great video as always

[@CarsWithKeav]

Great machine, had one for 3 years before moving on to Active. My old one didn’t squeal though does yours?

[@KingDaDetailer]

@@CarsWithKeav not like the one in the video , no

[@CarsWithKeav]

@@KingDaDetailer The Harbor Freight Portland did the same. The old one I had didn't squeal, but the new one I tested a few months ago had the same sound as this Ryobi. Maybe they changed the pump supplier or its the start/stop pressure switch.

[@KingDaDetailer]

@@CarsWithKeav it could be , once I'm ready to buy another small electric pressure washer I might give something else a chance

[@wescat2]

Great review Keav! For the Westinghouse would you use the 2.5 for the 1100psi or the 3.0 at the 900ish?

[@CarsWithKeav]

I’m a 900 kind of guy.

[@TRINInDC925]

Great battle between this group. This is the range I currently have, one from Amazon. It's been working great but will upgrade at some point. Size and performance is a factor, but I like the detail review you provide. It's awesome.

[@CarsWithKeav]

These types of pressure washers are more than enough for most.

[@JeepJL]

Keav appeared to be very careful handling that BearForce foam cannon. Must not have wanted to accidentally drop it. LOL!

[@CarsWithKeav]

Two hands is safer. 🤣 The bear force did survive the empty drop tests.

[@kdc300z]

Thanks. I've been using the Craftsman and the Sooprinse Gun for a little over 2 years now. Love them both but curious how much quieter you feel the Greenworks was?

[@CarsWithKeav]

It’s considerably quieter. Which is weird as the one I had before sounded more like the Craftsman. Same with the Ryobi my old one didn’t do that squeal. Feels like these companies change around the motors and pumps depending on what is available and cheap to use.

[@stephaniemarkey9396]

Timely video. Currently looking for a pressure washer in this class. Was gonna go with the Ryobi, but now considering the Craftsman. 🤔

[@CarsWithKeav]

You can’t go wrong with any of them so no wrong decision. Ryobi squeal was annoying which is weird as the older version never did that.

[@Enthusiast_detailing]

Those ryobis are tanks!💪

[@CarsWithKeav]

Agreed, I abused one for years only issue was having to replace the GFCI plug.

[@HeyYoMikey]

Setup the wash cart from your video and the deionizer. So nice. No more water spots that I’d have to hit with the detail spray.

[@CarsWithKeav]

That is awesome!

[@hartlanddetailer5670]

Thanks for your review. When I purchased my last pressure washer, and did my homework, most electric PW were made in China. I always wanted one powerful enough do complete multiple projects around the house. I did find one not made in China, works well for car washing & cleans concrete, decks & siding etc. Plus I didn't want to break the bank.

[@CarsWithKeav]

Most everything is made in China and if not it would be Malaysia or Thailand. Which pressure washer did you choose if I may ask?

[@hartlanddetailer5670]

@@CarsWithKeav I chose a unit from Greenworks, bought during a cyber sale.

[@Tanner_Teves]

I have been using that craftsman for the past 3 years and it has been pretty good. I want to upgrade eventually but it hasn’t given me any issues yet!

[@CarsWithKeav]

All of these should do well. I have had the Ryobi and Greenworks and abused both for years as well. You can’t go wrong with any of them.

[@tosborn56]

Keav: What do you like more about the Fixfan's nozzles over the Ridge nozzles? Thanks. Always look forward to your videos!

[@CarsWithKeav]

Smaller, less exposed metal, rubber is very soft and pliable, size of nozzle is printed on the side in big letters. The only bad thing is it looks to be a single unit with no ability to change the nozzles to different orifice sizes.

[@joshread3740]

Also, great comparison video. Didn't waste any time and still had a lot of info.

[@CarsWithKeav]

Appreciate that. You wouldn’t believe how much I cut out. I start talking and ramble on. When editing I keep yelling at myself to shut up. 🤣

[@DasJav]

Used the Ryobi for the first time yesterday to clean my fence. I bought the Flexzilla 50ft hose to match. No complaints. I've also purchased an Active short gun and MJJC foam cannon. Do you recommend buying the 2.5 or 3.0mm tips or both? I was looking at the Ridge Water set of guarded tips on Amazon. Thanks!

[@CarsWithKeav]

Sounds like a great setup. I myself like to carry both sizes so if the car is dirtier I’ll run the higher pressure 2.5 and 3.0 when it’s cleaner or you could use both in the same wash. 2.5 for initial rinse and the 3.0 for the final rinse. Check out the Fixfans nozzles as well they are nice. Rubber is soft and pliable and smaller in size.

[@DasJav]

@@CarsWithKeav Luckily the sets aren’t too pricey. I finally got to use my Ego 765 a few days ago. I had upgraded from an old low output Ryobi, which I owned for about 10 years. Wow! I was impressed how dry my vehicle got, especially in the crevices of the lug nuts. Paired with the 2.5ah battery and Ego brand short tube, it was a pleasure to use. Thanks for helping us detailing fiends out!

[@CarsWithKeav]

Yeah, these things move some air. For yard work as well its a big difference.

[@bswan25]

Very helpful video. Any chance you could post a video with the noise level for each unit say from 6 feet away?

[@CarsWithKeav]

I’ll see what I can do. I already boxed all them up to be given away.

[@dannysandoval5195]

Cars with Keav is the best!

[@CarsWithKeav]

Appreciate that!

[@bbqguy6538]

Great video as usual. Side note, has your BigBoi shipped ??

[@CarsWithKeav]

Not yet, anticipation is killing me. 🤣

[@bbqguy6538]

@@CarsWithKeav Me too!!.

[@gearlstrickland3365]

Do you know how many hours the bigboi and the active 2.3 estimated for

[@CarsWithKeav]

They do not state hours, but I know the type of induction motors they are using are rated for hundreds of hours. 400 is probably a good safe number.

[@alex-l7747]

Where did you get the westinhouse for that price. I just bought the ryobi for 100 and westinhousee on Amazon for 150! 160 with tax !

[@CarsWithKeav]

Got it at Home Depot Online. Amazon raised the price and so did Home Depot. It is $125 at HD right now. www.homedepot.com/p/Westinghouse-2100-PSI-1-76-GPM-13-Amp-Cold-Water-Electric-Powered-Handheld-Electric-Powered-Pressure-Washer-and-5-Quick-Connect-Tips-ePX3100v/325115831

[@Embrxceyourdemons]

This will be a good video!

[@CarsWithKeav]

Hope so. All I got to say is I’m not testing 4 at a time anymore. That’s way too much work kept confusing myself. 🤣🤣 Could have milked this into 4 different videos, but not worth it.

[@delargecws]

Can these be connected to a 100' hose reel and not lose pressure?

[@CarsWithKeav]

Should be no problem. Beyond 100 feet is where pressure drop kicks in if using a 1/4 hose.

[@garage.detail]

What pressure gauge are you using?

[@CarsWithKeav]

This one amzn.to/3vLFE6H It’s not cheap, but the reviews are the best I see for a pressure gauge. Would still need to build an adapter to work with the spray gun.

[@marchenkel4782]

I am puzzled what the Westinghouse unit is doing each time it shuts off? I hear the motor wind down, but then there is a weird pop and the whole unit jumps. What's going on there?

[@CarsWithKeav]

When I was editing I thought the same. I think it has a very abrupt pressure switch and might be at a higher psi which make it jump like that. Greenworks was doing the same, but far less.

[@marchenkel4782]

@@CarsWithKeav I had originally bought the Westinghouse unit but sent it back before even opening it after watching your review and seeing how it behaved. I ended up getting the Greenworks unit, but I think I might send that one back too. I tried it and it has a similar pop like you said. I am not sure exactly why, but it really bugs me when I used it. Maybe I should just bite the bullet and spring for an Active 2.0. Everything points to it being a much more solid unit. For these machines, it seems like you get what you pay for?!

[@CarsWithKeav]

@@marchenkel4782 If you want to save a little the VE52 is also an option at $199. Active 2.0 will last longer due to the parts used, but its only a 5% increase in performance.

[@jamesblanks4747]

Is there a link for extended foam nozzle?

[@CarsWithKeav]

Could you explain exactly what you mean by extended foam nozzle? Maybe a timestamp of when I talk about it. Just wanting to make sure we are talking about the same thing.

[@jamesblanks4747]

I’m looking into getting the craftsman in your video when you’re applying the soap foam is that attachment in the box?

[@CarsWithKeav]

​@@jamesblanks4747 There is a longer attachment in the box that will allow you to hook up the foam cannon I used. I also show a shorter version in the video that will allow you to do the same and the gun not be so long. There is a soap blaster than comes with it I just don't like it so use my own.

[@gearlstrickland3365]

When will you get the active 2.3

[@CarsWithKeav]

Looks to be end of the month. They announced pre-orders will start shipping on the 22nd. Somewhere between the 25th and 28th most likely. They are sending me one and I bought another one just to see which one gets here first. I’ll give one away at 20k subs.

[@gearlstrickland3365]

@@CarsWithKeav I want to see the active 2.3 against the bigboi before I purchase

[@CarsWithKeav]

@@gearlstrickland3365 I’ll be testing both Big Bois and Active the minutes I get them.

[@gearlstrickland3365]

@@CarsWithKeav i’m not lucky enough to win one lol I enjoy your content

[@leo-ub6nb]

@@CarsWithKeav@ 20k you say… 🤔 **starts making 5k YT accounts**

[@emp0rizzle]

that shiny jacket is PVC thermoplastic. The matted cable is probably neoprene rubber. The jacket lettering should tell you what it specifically is. Remember the episode of the Simpsons where all these restaurants had a conveyor belt to an underground meat pit with the same all purpose meat for everything? That applies to these pressure washer.

[@CarsWithKeav]

For sure does feel all the same. Not necessarily exactly the same parts, but I feel they all pull from the same parts bins which is why the Ryobi is squealing now when it didn’t before and the Greenworks is quieter now and was. It before. They probably change around based on availability and price. The Portland from Harbor Freight was the same old one was great and new one squeaked. Thanks for the knowledge on the cable coatings as well.

[@emp0rizzle]

@@CarsWithKeav They seem to follow the HF model of having the same product but choosing different suppliers based on price and or availability. I know the original Ryobi sold their power tool business to a TTI awhile ago and it's not the same Ryobi that was based in Japan.

[@CarsWithKeav]

@@emp0rizzle Very true and I noticed the Portland Harbor freight the pump sound was different with the two models I had that were years a part just like the Ryobi and Greenworks.

[@mattolivo]

Something is wrong with that RYOBI bc I have a 1900 psi version and it sounds like the craftsman you reviewed! Identical actually

[@CarsWithKeav]

These companies shop around their parts suppliers even in the same year you could have different pump sounds. My previous Ryobi did not sound like this and this Ryobi sounds like my old Greenworks. 🤣

[@seashackf1]

That Westinghouse is just a repackaged and branded Sun Joe. Never buy Sun Joe. They are junk, don’t last long and the company doesn’t stand behind them, just try to sell you a new one…never again. As Matt M proved in his massive pw test, under $200 only buy the Ryobi or Karcher cube depending on how much you want to spend. I’d happily use the Ryobi, but I’m sticking with the Karcher considering I have a 20 year old one that still works and I keep it as a backup in case one I have stops working in the middle of a wash.

[@CarsWithKeav]

Great info to know I have always been partial to Ryobi and seems to be the unit most detailers use for their first setup that Ro the Karcher.

[@TheManMiscellaneous]

My Ryobi gets almost the same numbers as yours. 2.0 Nozzle 1400PSI at 1.23GPM. 2.5 Nozzle 1100PSI at 1.35GPM. 3.0 Nozzle Dont have cant test. 3.5 Nozzle 750 PSI at 1.53GPM. 4.0 Nozzle Didnt Bother to test.

[@CarsWithKeav]

They are very consistent machines. I feel that 3.0 is the best for car washing. Nice to see others testing the numbers instead of blindly trusting these companies.

[@TheManMiscellaneous]

@@CarsWithKeav Imma try the Hypertough 5pk nozzle at walmart see if I can get a little more pressure than a 3.0 nozzle while still delivering a least 1.4GPM because those hypertough nozzle are a 2.9 and im a little curious about it.

[@CarsWithKeav]

@@TheManMiscellaneous Off sizes are always nice it’s those little adjustments that can get you what you want. Active always ships their pressure washers with 3.7 and 4.6 which are nice off sizes to have for other testing.

[@TheManMiscellaneous]

​@@CarsWithKeavI got the 2.9 Hyper tough nozzle its exactly at 900 PSI and around 1.45GPM. Maybe its just a 3.0 Nozzle rounded down but who knows.

[@CarsWithKeav]

@@TheManMiscellaneous that’s the hard part are they really what they say they are you can use a pin gauge, but it only works on the 0 degree as the other degrees are not perfect circles to measure.

[@darionova835]

Greenworks all the way.

[@CarsWithKeav]

Great machine had one for years.

[@zachwen]

I thought the westing house was a M22 15 not 14

[@CarsWithKeav]

I never tried an actual fitting, but my digital caliper showed exactly 14mm and the same as the others. It could possibly be I’ll have to check.

[@Enthusiast_detailing]

1st!

[@CarsWithKeav]

Congrats! 🥇🏆