Bosch High Pressure Washer UniversalAquatak 135 - 1900 W, 135 Bar Pressure, 450 l/h Flow Rate, with 3-in-1 Nozzle, Detergent Nozzle, and Carrying Handle in Carton Packaging

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Another difference is the weight. If you’re looking for a large and in charge pressure washer, you’ll definitely want to go with Karcher. If you prefer something that is lightweight, you’ll be better off with a Bosch pressure washer. Pretty much every Bosch pressure washer is going to weigh less than 9 kg. With Karcher, the weights are almost always above that limit (unless you go for the K2 models). The Universal Bosch Aquatak 135 is one of the most versatile high-pressure water cleaners on the market. Its Trio Nozzle can be adapted to any cleaning job, from sprucing up garden furniture, to cleaning out gutters and washing the car. The Aquatak's rotary fan, high-pressure nozzles and pencil-jet settings are up to any challenge, while an extendable handle and large easy-to-move wheels make handling easy. Quiet, Precise Performance Bosch also has these tips for storing your pressure washer away for several months if you're not going to be using it over winter: If you haven't used a pressure washer a great deal, then it's quite easy to get the hang of it. However, there are a few things I learned the hard way about how to use a pressure washer. As both pressure washers offer similar performance here is how we would decide between the two models:

A nice touch with the Bosch is that it comes ready assembled, whereas you have to connect some of the Karcher parts together yourself before you can get started (nothing too technical though). Both machines have wheels and height adjustable handles but the Karcher does appear bulkier. In fact, it is, weighing 11.4kg compared to the Bosch’s 7.9kg.Weighing in at 7900 grams, the Bosch UniversalAquatak 135 is a heavy-duty device that delivers powerful cleaning performance. It comes with a 5-meter cable, making it easy to maneuver around. The device is built with premium materials and is designed for durability and reliability over time. Versatile Cleaning– The Aquatak 135 includes a trio Nozzle with fan, rotary, and pencil jet settings. Perfect for a variety of cleaning tasks around the home. Why we would choose the Karcher K4: Nice features such as the “Plug and Clean” detergent system and “Full Control” lance. Whichever model you look at, the specification is close and similar. When it comes to value the Bosch pressure washers do have a little bit more, either they are slightly higher in pressure compared to the similar Karcher model, or they also tend to have a longer hose or an extra attachment thrown in too. Karcher models such as the K4, K5 and K7 all have a well built and designed water-cooled motor, which the Bosch models do not. They also now have a LED trigger gun in their ‘Full Control’ range which is new for 2016.

Added Convenience– With push-fit connections, in-use gun storage, and a detergent nozzle, your cleaning experience is made easier than ever before. When buying a pressure washer no matter what the budget you want something that is well built, reliable and that will last. For both makes it doesn’t matter if you have an entry-level model or the most expensive in the range, the general build and quality of parts reminds the same from what we can tell. So in terms of price, the more expensive doesn’t mean better quality and longer-lasting pressure washer in parts. The Bosch UniversalAquatak 135 pressure washer is a compact electric device that consumes 1900 watts of power. With a maximum flow rate of 410 liters per hour, it can produce a maximum working pressure of 135 bar. The pressure washer has a 7-meter hose and comes with a lance and a special nozzle. It also features accessory storage and a water filter and can handle water temperatures of up to 40°C. The compact design of the pressure washer means it fits neatly into a corner of our garden shed and it doesn't take up much space. Handy when the shed feels like its bursting at the seams with garden tools, garden furniture cushions, the best pizza oven and a mass of children's garden toys.The handle folds down so it takes up less room and there’s also on-board storage for the power cable, lance and sprayer so it's easy to store everything together in one spot. The Bosch also has a longer hose at 8 metres, the K4’s is 6 metre and you would have to step up to the more expensive K5 to get an 8m hose in the Karcher range. If you have larger areas to cover then the Bosch might be more suitable.The manual advises that once you've turned off the main switch, you should then operate the trigger to drain any remaining water from inside the high pressure hose.

Which model from which brand you go for depends on several things when it comes to making your choice: It's easy to move the pressure washer to where you need it by lifting it using the large handle on top of the machine. It has large wheels so you can also pull it along. The handle is extendable for complete ease of use, so even if you're tall like I am, it's easy to reach down for the handle and pull it along behind you. Don't try and pull it by the hose as you could risk damaging the attachment, plus it could topple over and damage the main body of the machine. The Karcher K4 has a ‘Full Control” trigger spray but this only shows you what you have adjusted the lance setting to (you probably know as you have just done it). The Bosch has a simpler “3-in-1” trigger that adjusts between fan, rotary and pencil spray. Both pressure washers pretty much do the same thing but we think the lance set-up on the Karcher is a neater solution.These competing models are usually available for a similar price, so what, if any, are the main differences? I'll be upfront here and say that our patio has certainly seen better days! It's on the list to be replaced when we extend our house in the coming months, so the pavers are quite old and we haven't been the best at keeping on top of cleaning them. The paving is a chequerboard design of alternating red and yellow-toned slabs so having them covered with a slight layer of dirt actually helps to mask this awful colour combination! In the past we've used the good old-fashioned method of scrubbing the patio with a broom and water to give it a refresh after winter.

Once you've assembled the Bosch Universal Aquatak 135 pressure washer, you need to make sure that it's on level ground to ensure that it works correctly. Placing it on a paved area such as your patio, rather than on the lawn at the edge of the patio is the best option.

With its quiet motor pump, the Bosch Aquatak 135 won't disturb the neighbours. Push-fit connections and in-use gun storage make it extremely easy to use. When your cleaning task is finished, the integrated storage system allows you to stow accessories tidily. A clear water filter ensures easy maintenance and protection for the pump, ensuring many seasons of effective use. The pressure washer is also capable of self-priming from an external source of water. It can even be filled from a rainwater tank. Electric Pressure Washers For cleaning our patio and the car we didn't need to use this as the water on its own was enough to get rid of the dirt. I'd also be mindful of using detergent on our patio as I wouldn't want the run-off water to soak into the soil and damage our plants. Plus with a puppy that likes to drink/eat anything in sight, detergent-filled water all over the patio is far from ideal! I can imagine that over winter when the car is really muddy and dirty, however, that the detergent attachment could be a useful addition. One of the biggest differences associated with Karcher and Bosch pressure washers is the LCD display on the trigger gun. The high-end Karcher K5 & K7 Premium Full Control Plus Home (a simpler version is also available on the Karcher K4 Full Control) have this feature, Bosch machines do not. When storing the Bosch Universal Aquatak 135 pressure washer, you need to make sure that you don't place the main body of the pressure washer on top of any of the cables, or twist the high pressure hose either as this could permanently damage it. Depending on the model a Bosch pressure washer is generally better than the equivalent Karcher model.