CRAFTSMAN 1700psi 1.2gpm Electric Pressure Washer Review | Power Washer | Car Detailing Tools | DIY

[@farisfayedalshebani]

I received my pressure washer kzbin.infoUgkxfQauTxLT0JLSvqkq10rD79TU4k0Vz8zP over the weekend and decided to wait for the sun to come out before firing it up. Was needed to clean the deck. Our last pressure washer broke a couple of seasons ago, and I just hadn't replaced it yet. This one had great comments, so here we are. It was easy to assemble, and the trigger wand is comfortable and easy to hold for long periods of time. The pressure washer worked great and made quick work of the "TN North side algae" that inevitably grows every year. I also washed all of the deck furniture while I was at it... it all looks great! So far I am happy with this purchase. I plan to climb the ladder to wash siding over the next couple of days, will update if I have anything else to add after that!

[@ephraimkaravan]

The last time I heard anyone say they will climb a ladder to clean something, they fell and broke their hip and injured their back. Hope you're doing well, mate :/

[@elmarty4803]

I bought this a few weeks ago, I bought the upgraded hoses and stubby sprayer. It made a huge difference. I appreciate all your videos, they have made the difference .

[@Funnyjoe123pl]

what stubby sprayer did you buy? looking for a good one to connect to my washer

[@elmarty4803]

@@Funnyjoe123pl I ordered the Mckillans pro foam cannon and sprayer. It was linked in one of the other videos he did on foam cannons. It is pretty good. I even have tried a bunch of different soaps and his reviews are pretty accurately depicted. The set up gets a little pricy but if you like a good wash on your cars, its about the best. I have no need to go to a car wash ever again.

[@deonpalmer4965]

This guy gives the most honest reviews and details that count.

[@maoss40]

Hi

[@Ufcfreak97]

Haha! Their power washers haha

[@ephraimkaravan]

Actually, this guy left out far too much for the video to be considered a proper review. In order to get the same results as what we saw in the video, we would have to spend close to $300 or triple what the Craftsman unit costs on its own. The average person looking to buy a decent pressure washer on a budget isnt going to want to buy all the extra upgrades. This guy should have showed us what to expect from the unit with all the stock accessories and then compare the results with the upgraded accessories. This video was more of a promotion on just the pressure washer unit itself and the aftermarket accessories that he showcased

[@papabeartools]

I just bought this and am incredibly satisfied with it. I ordered the Uberflex hose and a new gun+wand, but the gun/wand combo it came with really isn't that bad. I also ordered an AstroAI foam cannon and 1.1mm orifice and HOLY FOAM!! Washing cars has now became "fun" and no longer a "chore". Thank you Josh!!

[@joebonilla5997]

Which gun+wand did you get?

[@papabeartools]

@@joebonilla5997 I bought the RidgeWasher off of Amazon, has a built in swivel. It’s definitely nice for the cost.

[@Wurstv]

This pressure washer was one of my top picks when I was starting detailing. Didn't pick it but it is still awesome!

[@Blake_mo]

Nice to see craftsman is still around, great brand and product!

[@rutracer144]

Would definitely rather have this as a option compared to a big, loud, gas pressure washer. Keep up the quality comment josh!

[@Selfmastery000]

Definitely going to upgrade my hoses. You drop heat every day I'm so grateful for you . Thank you!!

[@jonking5566]

I saw you compared the craftsman to the ryobi but you didn’t conclude which one you would recommend over the other. Which would you say is better? Thanks!

[@PrincessAddie14]

He's not going to bc they pay him and if he picks sides that conflict of interest

[@ephraimkaravan]

I'll go ahead and answer for him then. Both are good entry level pressure washers and they each have their drawbacks. One drawback of the Craftsman is the quality of the fittings. According to the 30 minutes I spent reading negative reviews on Amazon, the threads where you connect the hoses easily corrode. I would recommend using a thin layer of silicone lubricant on the threads to keep them in good condition. Other than that, the build quality appeared to be rather good and I dont remember any reviewers complaining about leaks. There was exactly one review that said the Craftsman caught fire while washing, but that review was a very unique outlier from the rest. The gun on the Craftsman is definitely more comfortable in the hand compared to the Ryobi's, and the trigger itself has a better ergonomic design. The Craftsman unit's carry handle was designed to have the power cable wrap around it nicely, the Ryobi lacks this feature. The foam cannon on both are absolutely trash, they may as well not include them for how useless they are. I went and ordered the Craftsman unit last night along with some much needed upgrades like a foam cannon and a longer kink-free hose. I wouldnt bother getting a different gun though. The one included on the Craftsman will work just fine for your occasional car washing needs and miscellaneous cleaning around the house, and I really dont appreciate that this guy in the video didnt show how the stock gun performs. Dont upgrade it unless you plan on washing 30+ cars a day, in which case you would probably want to look into not only a better gun, but 4,000+ psi gas pressure washer as well. Hopefully i will have a better experience than the people who left negative reviews. I will let you know if mine catches fire :/ Edit: I'm loving the Craftsman so far, and it hasn't caught fire yet which is great news. For $100, I'd say it was a steal

[@drayescobar9469]

@@ephraimkaravanthe crasftman compared to the dewalt that is build like a carry case, what would you recommend?

[@ephraimkaravan]

@@drayescobar9469 I can easily recommend the Craftsman because I have it and it works great, but i know nothing about the Dewalt apart from the fact that it has more PSI

[@chrxs9912]

I want to Winn , let’s go , good luck to everyone , appreciate you Josh

[@davestewart9146]

I had a craftsman pressure washer that lasted many years, great unit, thanks Josh 👍😁

[@imjoshv]

That is awesome!

[@zachf6256]

Great bang for the buck! 2 seasons of pressure washing my vehicles 6 of my cars and truck, boat etc. (used on the daily with custom hose reel setup)…it just began leaking internally. For its price, I am absolutely amazed at how long this unit lasted.

[@omarG_07]

Nice review Josh! Really hooking up all the detailers that are looking for a new pressure washer🤙🏼

[@imjoshv]

Thanks! 👍

[@benhoward9572]

@@imjoshv you use a 2.5 orifice, but what degree nozzle do use to detail cars?? 40°, 25°, 15°, or 0° ?

[@Chenz08527]

One of the Best reviewers for Car Detailing!!

[@alsmith7316]

Another great review. This thing is on sale for $79 right now. Only negative I could see is the inlet fitting location It sticks out to much. Especially if you put on a QD fitting.

[@imjoshv]

True!

[@jacob2219]

Always like your detailing products honest reviews, have been addicted to this channel recently with all the tips and tricks and product reviews thanks Josh!

[@LAAO369]

This is an excellent review. This video was my deciding factor whether to purchase it or not since it’s on sale on 6/2021. Overall the video itself gave good info on the product. Keep up the good work with future videos as they are informative. Thanks for the recommendations to make this pressure washer better with aftermarket parts.

[@stefanthomas6487]

Comparisons are always in detail which is definitely much appreciated.

[@AnthonyWilliams-pj5nl]

I'd probably just got with the ryobi because you get the extra tip and home depot is closer haha

[@imjoshv]

haha same for me, San Digo County has like 3 lowes. and 25 home depots

[@Honderrez209]

Back to the video that got me hooked to your reviews.. I'm pleased with the choice i made after seeing your reviews.

[@chrismorgan3302]

"Super kinky!" - IMJOSHV

[@imjoshv]

haha

[@aragon3033]

Thank you for all the valuable time you put into these videos for us to learn about these products.

[@1stfrompuertorico568]

The Craftsman looks like the Active VE52

[@dank9288639]

it probably is lol, china rebrands tons of things for companies

[@imjoshv]

they are different. The actives use the 5 piston pump that allows them to get the higher gpm... the out shell though is probably fro chine and the same haha

[@stevenbabbitt3385]

Appreciate the honest feedback about the pressure washer. Looks like a decent product for the price.

[@Eduardogonzalez-bh7fw]

I've had my Ryobi for a year now, would love this Craftsman as a back up. Thanks Josh!

[@Compa_wicho]

Even if I don’t win, I want to try this & the Ryobi as well All because of your reviews 🙌🏽

[@brungold]

Appreciate the comparisons between this and the Ryobi, which I purchased based on your previous review!

[@ShineAndPreserveDetailing]

I’d love to win this bad boy. Nice and compact and ready to rock. Thanks Josh for all that you do!

[@thomasng1213]

Car washing have become my hobby since start watching your videos.

[@ricardobirdymares]

Did all my upgrades thanks to Josh’s suggestions. Thanks brotha 👍🏽

[@shannonfurguson1720]

Love that you tell what you actually think about products.

[@jackm6816]

Thanks for the reviews on pressure washers. Looking to get one soon, Merry Christmas!

[@AXHEJAZ]

Bro thank you for your video You made my decision so much easier. Keep on going strong with the videos and the honest reviews.

[@peterwrobel3081]

Best reviews out of everyone out their. Keep it up Josh.

[@Chris-xm1iq]

Josh has the best pressure washer test videos!!

[@joseguzman6976]

Another honest, straight to the point review. You are the best.

[@nestorz1140]

Thank you for your reviews. I'm thinking of going electric

[@romariocarrillo8082]

the best and honest reviews come from you josh i learned a lot from you and thank you for that

[@ronsquyres4045]

This Craftsman is a solid little pressure washer. Thanks for the review!

[@nighlwing]

I got the 1800 psi Ryobi based on your recommendation. Great video.

[@chrisbaumer8729]

Cant go wrong with Craftsman. Thanks for the videos.

[@daltonhartwell]

My honest review and experience. I Bought the craftsman a while back and I’ve had nothing but problems with it. Straight out the box motor runs like it’s gonna blow up/burn out. Stays on without even running the trigger. Constantly loses psi. Must have gotten a bad batch I’m sure it’s a great little unit and I just got unlucky. When it runs right it runs great but need to call and try to get me a replacement. I did end up buying the mckillans gun, upgraded hose, quick disconnects and the Tool daily foam canon with the 1.1mm orfice. Makes a world of a difference if you’ve never experienced it before especially those quick connects. My recommendation would be to have the budget to buy those aftermarket parts with your unit even if that means buying a more affordable pressure washer. The craftsman was cheaper than the parts I bought but when it comes down to ease, efficiency and enjoyment I wouldn’t use a pressure washer again without them.

[@billpitts1034]

What a great pressure washer. I'd love to add Crafsman to my arsenal of cleaning supplies.

[@mikeykeepit100]

I just bought this and honestly I’m really impressed with it works great!

[@kapilvora]

Wow, such and in depth review...! Good job Josh..!

[@GaryW.]

Always have liked the Craftsman brand. GOOD REVIEW!!

[@feliperosa13]

Best detailing videos on KZbin

[@robdeezle]

I love your reviews, they help me make tough decisions

[@dontderockmerizz3211]

Who wouldn’t want this? It’s awesome!

[@nobodygamingtv8151]

Dang! A new pressure washer! Tis the season to be jolly indeed.

[@daviddolezal1921]

Thanks for the the comprehensive review and other content you provide to the detailing community.

[@allanworth9244]

Man! That Craftsman would be SO great to have around! I'd definitely put it through it's paces! 😀

[@robwebnoid5763]

I am planning on getting this at Lowes any day now because it comes with the surface cleaner for a total of $99. At first I saw the Greenworks 1800psi with surface cleaner for $99, but that one is not in immediate store inventory, it would have to get shipped first & I would have to wait for a 1.5 weeks & then pick up at the store. So I think I am getting this Craftsman model. Right now I don't care about the foam cannon. I have seen other KZbin videos & yes the foam cannon is crap, but I can get by with it & I usually will scrub the car with a brush as usual, whatever. But my main goal in getting the Craftsman is to hopefully clean our patio floors & driveway. I have a long driveway, which has not been cleaned since it was built in 1985. Plus, it's been already slowly crumbling everywhere, but even though the pressure washing might crack it even more, I would rather have it clean, to make it brighter & remove tons of moss. I have a vhs home video from 1989 that shows this driveway when it was still 4 years old & brand-spanking new & I hope to get it that clean again. The Craftsman should also work on a couple of our old unused cars that have old dirt, algae & moss on them. I hope this Craftsman does not break down on me too early. This would be my first & hopefully only pressure washer I would own.

[@johnniealbert1975]

I have a few Craftsman tools and there still working great this pressure washer would be a good addition to my detailing & home use.

[@beachtaco]

Appreciate the review on a budget pressure washer. Thanks Josh!

[@DaveMinot]

I got my Ryobi washer based on one of your review videos!

[@mtyamagata]

Your knowledge in all things detailing is impressive. I have much to learn.

[@daymusic5572]

Just got my pressure washer, stacking up on my detailing supplies. I’m ready to go

[@davidshuberg5427]

I like free stuff!! Your channel is great, keep em coming!!

[@Dwipz]

This presuare washer would look sick in my craftsmans garage! Thanks for the doing these giveaways, Much love man.

[@sunshinelee7247]

A pressure washer for my dad would be the best gift !

[@ty6896]

Nice review! I need to upgrade the hose and sprayer on my existing pressure washer!

[@johnniejohnson8026]

Another great test I would not mind having this one myself thanks Josh

[@blaketsuha3068]

Always the best reviews!

[@IndyT1964]

Thanks for this review Josh! I joy all your videos!

[@danielkerber4359]

Merry Christmas. Great reviews

[@N8RTH]

This is so much fun, Josh!

[@BamaJoeBob]

The Christmas giveaway brought me here, the excellent review kept me here! Thanks Josh

[@edwardl5014]

A pressure washer would make my washes so much easier. Love the reviews and keep it up!

[@stevendexheimer5505]

Yahoo. A chance to win! Thanks Josh!

[@400gServices]

Perfect size for what I'm washing right now.

[@alexv4046]

This is my favorite budget washer!

[@kalsiscorpion]

Will love to get this as my old washer doesn’t work any more.

[@samsantiago2660]

Great reviews! Thanks for all you do Josh!

[@carlosparis1617]

Great review as always, thanks for all the amazing videos you make for us Josh!

[@Shane_Lowry]

Great review! Hope to win this bad boy! You the man!!

[@taylorshiver3284]

I LOVE how compact this is!

[@carlosparis1617]

I currently have the ryobi 1600 psi 1.2 gpm unit and has been working great for a few years. I'm curious as to how well this craftsman unit works in comparison.

[@Hatingchomos]

Looks to be a great replacement for my Craftsman pressure washer on wheels.

[@HiImBillx]

In the market for a pressure washer. Very helpful. Thanks!

[@benidyuma]

Josh you rock! This is great keep it up

[@CourtneyFuller]

Great review and great channel!! Keep it coming!!

[@XxBlue831xX]

I have a feeling this pressure washer will be mine. 😃 Thanks in advance

[@stevel3881]

I helped my 15-year-old nephew hate correct and ceramic coat is first car. I would love to win this and give to him so he can maintain the car and keep it looking amazing.

[@Mad5cout]

Love your videos. Craftsman just released an 1800 PSI version of this which I think is only sold by Lowes. I would love to see a review on that to compare with this older model.

[@TM_OH]

Enjoy all the comparisons, a lot of great information!

[@jtahmoor]

Looks like a great unit! Definitely going to pick one up

[@kdeuce8374]

I like craftsman tools. So far they’ve worked good for me

[@Sk8erconz]

Good review. And changes the view on electric pressure washers. Especially with the mods you recommend.

[@ricardogibbings2996]

Good night looking from Trinidad 🇹🇹show how you install the quick connect to the foam cannon gun and on the pressure washer so I would know how to buy

[@dannydlc]

Always figured the Active or the Kranzle would be necessary for detailing. This looks like a great unit and doesn’t break the bank!

[@davesbest1580]

Would love to get this pressure washer times are tough right now. Great videos also keep them rolling

[@V.Oakley]

Looks like a decent pressure washer for me. Weekend warrior Grama. Lol😉👍🏻

[@davidkringlen2479]

Recomendations for trash bin cleaning. Powerwasher, Nozle, etc.

[@pwent33]

Awesome washer! I have craftsman tool and would love one of these!

[@Kevster84]

Nice pressure washer, keep up the good work, Josh!

[@timcroasmun4010]

Great content! Really appreciate the honest reviews.

[@michaelquiroz177]

Honest review! Love to see it !

[@anthonioriverra2749]

Its not ur ryobi,but it is still awesome..great gift away..awesome job,keep doing videos..

[@AmonHogue]

puttin' my name in the hat for the 2022 winter giveaway on the pressure washer. thanks!

[@dustyvangrieken1983]

Great product. Thanks for the review Josh