A pressure washer for car washes and all around yard use. That is what a mid-ranged power washer is used for. It is meant to not be too strong but still be able to deal with most uses.
If you’re a do-it-yourself cleaning enthusiast then pressure washers are great allies. They help speed up all sorts of onerous tasks, such as getting oil stains off a driveway, cleaning mildew off siding, and sprucing up outdoor furniture.
This is an excellent way to get started in picking the right pressure washer as these range of washers are all-rounders.
2500 PSI Pressure Washers
A 2500 PSI pressure washer is decent powered washer. You will see many of these in yards where a good amount of work needs to be done on a regular basis.
Whether it is cleaning the home exterior, the drive way, outdoor furniture etc. It is not absolutely essential to have safety features on this item as they are usually not that powerful.
Only powerful enough to get the job done. However a home pressure washer should have a hose over 25 ft. so that it can adequately cover over two stories worth of building.
In addition it should be able to deliver a GPM between the range of 2 and 2.7 GPM. The reason is because a higher pressure will need a higher GPM so as to apply a stream and not to spray.
Usually 2500 PSI pressure washers are normally gas/ diesel powered. However there are some excellent models of electrical washers that can really do a good job.
The models however tend to use a a voltage higher than the home circuit 120 V. These can sometimes go up to 300V and therefore an additional generator would be needed to provide the power.
This of course defeats the purpose of using an electrical washer only to use a gas/ diesel generator. The gas/ diesel is also usually preferred.
3500 PSI Pressure Washers
A 3500 PSI pressure washer is still an all-purpose washer but it happens to be on the stronger end. It happens to be used most commonly by car washes so as to also have the power to blast away grease associated with cars and their engines.
These pressure washers need to have safety features as the pressures are starting to become dangerous. Also it matters less that they are big and bulky as they are more of a fixture than a moveable item like a home pressure washer.
These powerful behemoths are almost always gas/ diesel powered. In most cases acquiring an electric model would be redundant as a gas/ diesel generator would be used.
These behemoths are usually made of metal. Either of steel or aluminum. They themselves tend to be designed in a trolley manner so as to be pushed around where needed.
They tend not to have much branding as that is usually unnecessary. Also in most cases unlike with the 2500 PSI design, they almost always tend to be designed in a modular fashion.
They usually have pressure hoses that are 50ft. high and very little ergonomics involved in their design
Products Worth Buying
Generac 6921 2500 PSI 2.4 GPM Pressure Washer
The item is at 2500 PSI making it a mid-pressure ranged washer. It is powerful enough to tackle certain items such as cooking grills, decks, patios, siding, driveways, ATVs, outdoor furniture, cars, trucks, RVs, etc. It is more of a general purpose washer that can tackle numerous things but is not really meant for industrial use.
The GPM is 2.4 which is marginally higher than expected for this model when compared to other models.
The ergonomic spray gun with cushion grip handle improves comfort during high pressure washing. The spray trigger is easy to pull thus completing the experience.
The axial CAM pump has an easy access hose connection. It also helps that the engine is right beside the pump and therefore makes connection far easier.
The item has 10 inch wheels that allow for an impressive range of mobility over practically any terrain.
Additionally the quick change nozzle allows a quick pivot to 25 or 45 degree angles. There is a soap attachment too.
Pros:
- Can maneuver over most terrain easily.
- CAM pump horizontal to engine making for easy connection.
- Pivoting nozzle
Cons:
- High GPM of 2.4
Lets have a look at the second item on this list:
Mi-T-M HSP-3504-3MGH HSP Series Hot Water 3500 PSI Pressure Washer
This item is pushing the boundaries of mid pressure range washer. It has an output of 3500 PSI. It also has a 3.3GPM (gallon per minute) of water output.
This item is powerful and can clean a really wide range of items including: Construction Equipment, Farm Equipment, Industrial Equipment, Automobile, Concrete Slabs, Porch, and Deck.
The pressure is also low enough to be used on: Stone Wall, Driveway, Sidewalk, Home Gutters, Doors, Windows, Sheds, Concrete Floors, and Fences.
The gallon per minute is a little higher than what would be ideal but it is expected to be high for a pressure washer of this nature.
The item comes with quick connect nozzles varying from (0, 15, 25 and 40-degree). This is a wider variety than most nozzles.
The pressure hose is 50-foot high and is protected an inner lining of 3/8-inch steel wire braid. It has quick connection capabilities, swivel and bend restrictors as well.
The hose can go a far way while maintaining the pressure and the hose is not made to be punctured easily. This gives it some ability to act in an industrial capacity where there are hazards that may damage an exposed hose.
The safety feature is the professional-grade insulated trigger gun with safety lock-off in case the output stream is being heated.
Pros:
- Safety features that are included
- The length and strength of the hose
- The angle options of the nozzle
- The versatility of the item
Cons:
- Weighs 500 pounds
- The price point is pretty high