Picked from manufacturer specs and manuals; we haven't tested these units.
Corded electric pressure washers suit cars, decks, patios and outdoor furniture near a grounded outdoor outlet. Every pick here lists a GFCI on its power cord, per the manufacturer. Test the GFCI before each use. Use the lowest pressure that does the job.
Compact electric picks
We group these by listed pressure, not by price or size: these list under 2,000 PSI.
Electric
Kärcher K1700 Electric Pressure Washer, 1,700 max PSI / 1.2 max GPM (manufacturer)
Compact corded electric for cars and furniture
PSI1,700 max
GPM1.2 max
CU2,040 max
Basis as the maker states it: PSI max ("TruPressure"); GPM max. Cleaning units (PSI × GPM) are our arithmetic, shown only where both figures share a basis.
Power
Corded electric, universal motor
GFCI and cord
Class A GFCI built into the power-cord plug (manual)
Hose
Not listed
Warranty
3-year limited
The manufacturer lists a GFCI on the power cord.
Who it suits Cars, bikes and outdoor furniture near a grounded outdoor outlet.
Trade-off It lists the lowest max pressure of the corded picks here apart from the Greenworks GPW1501, so it's aimed at lighter jobs.
Basis as the maker states it: PSI rated / max; GPM rated / max. Cleaning units (PSI × GPM) are our arithmetic, shown only where both figures share a basis.
Power
Corded electric, 13 A
GFCI and cord
GFCI built into the power cord or plug (manual)
Hose
20 ft
Warranty
3-year limited
The manufacturer lists a GFCI on the power cord.
Who it suits Cars, furniture and small patios near an outlet.
Trade-off Worx's manual says: "If the appliance cord is equipped with a GFCI, do not use extension cords." Check the cord length on the listing and plan to reach an outlet without one.
Greenworks GPW1501 Electric Pressure Washer, 1,500 max PSI / 1.2 rated GPM (manufacturer)
Compact corded electric for the lightest jobs
PSI1,500 max
GPM1.2 rated
CUNot computed (no same-basis pair)
Basis as the maker states it: PSI max; GPM rated. Cleaning units (PSI × GPM) are our arithmetic, shown only where both figures share a basis.
Power
Corded electric, 120 V, 13 A universal motor
GFCI and cord
GFCI built into the power-cord plug (manual)
Hose
Not listed
Warranty
3 years (manual)
The manufacturer lists a GFCI on the power cord.
Who it suits Cars, bikes and outdoor furniture near a grounded outdoor outlet.
Trade-off It lists the lowest max pressure of the electric picks here.
CPSC recalled GPW1501 spray guns with date codes 1/1/17–5/11/20. On recalled units, the interior connector is black plastic, not metal, when the spray gun is removed from the hose. See the CPSC recall notice.
These list 2,000 PSI or more, on the basis each maker gives.
Electric
Sun Joe SPX3000 Electric Pressure Washer, 2,030 max PSI / 1.76 max GPM (manufacturer)
Corded electric for decks, patios and siding
PSI2,030 max / 1,450 rated
GPM1.76 max / 1.24 rated
CU3,572.8 max · 1,798 rated
Basis as the maker states it: PSI max per CSA; rated "under typical load"; GPM max / rated. Cleaning units (PSI × GPM) are our arithmetic, shown only where both figures share a basis.
Power
Corded electric, 120 V, 14.5 A (manual)
GFCI and cord
GFCI on power cord ('21. Power cord with GFCI'), 35 ft cord
Hose
20 ft (6 m)
Warranty
2 years, ordinary household use, authorized sellers only
The manufacturer lists a GFCI on the power cord.
Who it suits Decks, patios, siding and cars within reach of a grounded outdoor outlet.
Trade-off Under typical load, Sun Joe gives 1,450 PSI and 1.24 GPM, well below the max figures. Its manual also says: "Do not use an extension cord over 25 ft."
Sun Joe SPX2688-MAX Electric Pressure Washer, 2,050 rated PSI / 1.1 rated GPM (manufacturer)
Corded electric with rated figures, for lighter jobs
PSI2,050 rated
GPM1.1 rated
CU2,255 rated
Basis as the maker states it: PSI "Rated Pressure"; GPM "Rated Flow". Cleaning units (PSI × GPM) are our arithmetic, shown only where both figures share a basis.
Power
Corded electric, 13 A
GFCI and cord
Power cord with GFCI (manual item 5); power cord 35 ft
Hose
20 ft (6 m)
Warranty
2 years (ordinary household use, new unit)
The manufacturer lists a GFCI on the power cord.
Who it suits Cars, outdoor furniture and patios near an outlet, if you want a rated figure rather than a max.
Trade-off It lists 1.1 GPM, the lowest flow of the electric picks here. Sun Joe's manual lists no 25° tip, and soap goes through a foam cannon.
Westinghouse ePX3100 Electric Pressure Washer, 2,300 max PSI / 1.76 max GPM (manufacturer)
Corded electric for siding, decks and patios
PSI2,300 max / 1,900 rated
GPM1.76 max (at lowest pressure) / 1.24 rated
CU2,356 rated
Basis as the maker states it: PSI max / rated; GPM max / rated. Cleaning units (PSI × GPM) are our arithmetic, shown only where both figures share a basis.
Power
Corded electric
GFCI and cord
Class A GFCI built into the power-cord plug (manual)
Hose
25 ft
Warranty
3-year limited
The manufacturer lists a GFCI on the power cord.
Who it suits Siding, decks and patios near an outlet, if you want the highest listed electric pressure here.
Trade-off Westinghouse gives the max GPM "at lowest pressure", so the max PSI and max GPM don't happen together. We show cleaning units from the rated figures only.
DeWalt DWPW2100 Electric Pressure Washer, 2,100 max PSI / 1.2 GPM at the 15° nozzle (manufacturer)
Corded electric for patios, decks and siding
PSI2,100 max
GPM1.2
CUNot computed (no same-basis pair)
Basis as the maker states it: PSI max "when used with 15° nozzle"; GPM "when used with 15° nozzle". Cleaning units (PSI × GPM) are our arithmetic, shown only where both figures share a basis.
Power
Corded electric
GFCI and cord
GFCI built into the power-cord plug (manual)
Hose
25 ft
Warranty
3-year limited
The manufacturer lists a GFCI on the power cord.
Who it suits Patios, decks and siding near a grounded outdoor outlet.
Trade-off DeWalt states both figures at the 15° nozzle, so they don't line up neatly with other makers' max or rated figures. Its 15° tip is orange, not yellow as on most brands here.
An electric washer needs an outlet, so it suits jobs close to the house: the car, the patio, the deck, the outdoor furniture. There's no fuel to store. Compare the listed PSI and GPM, and check whether each figure is a max or a rated one. Not sure which type you need? See the pressure washer chooser table or read the gas vs electric trade-offs.
Power and GFCI: what to check on the listing
Check that the listing and manual name a GFCI on the cord. Every pick above does. Check the cord length, and read what your manual says about extension cords.
Hoses, cords and connections
Hose lengths above are the makers' figures. Before you buy add-ons, check the connection type and PSI rating in your washer's manual and on the accessory's listing. See accessories that fit your washer.
Compare the listed GPM and cleaning units first; the electric picks here list between 1.1 and 1.76 GPM, on the basis each maker gives. A surface cleaner rated for your washer can help on flat areas. Check its PSI and GPM limits and its connection. See surface cleaners.
Can I use an extension cord with an electric pressure washer?
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