3 Great Alternative Pressure Washers To The Ryobi 1600 PSI

META: Here are three worthwhile alternative options to the Ryobi 1600 PSI. They are all portable, easy-to-use machines that work perfectly with light cleaning tasks.

The RYOBI 1600 PSI 1.2 GPM Electric Pressure Washer-RY141612 is undoubtedly a great compact pressure washer when portability is a top priority. But if for some reason, it's not available for purchase or you don't like one of its features, here is a list of great pressure washers that have the same design approach and purpose in mind.

1. Greenworks GPW1501 (1500 PSI, 1.2 GPM)

This Greenworks pressure washer is a powerful machine inside a compact body that can produce a consistent stream of soapy water, no matter where you're going to use it.

Although it's "only" a 1500-PSI unit, there is no noticeable difference in performance between it and any 1600-PSI electric pressure washer. This pressure washer pushes water through the end of its 25-foot high-pressure hose, allowing you to effectively remove dirt at close distance.

On top of that, the body can maintain a stable position on uneven or bumpy ground and don't stop working when it tips over or turns sideways.

However, many customers have said that its soap dispenser is leaky while the motor may make weird sounds at the beginning of a cleaning session.



Pros

• Affordable

• Lightweight, easy to carry

• Long power cord with a GFCI plug

Cons

• Leaky soap dispenser

• The motor may need some time before running properly.

2. Karcher K2 Plus (1600 PSI, 1.25 GPM)

Like the Ryobi 1600 PSI, the Karcher P2 Plus is a great portable unit for cleaning decking, cars, or patios.

The unique feature that makes this pressure washer stand out is the ability to siphon water. This means the Karcher P2 Plus is able to use water directly from a standing water source like your swimming pool.

The handle of a Ryobi 1600 pressure washer is also higher than those of most models, so you can roll it easily without bending too much. In addition to that, it weighs only 16.8 pounds - lightweight enough for you to move around, especially when you need to clean different parts of your house.

The only major issues come from the number of nozzle options, which is quite limited for a versatile pressure washer.

Pros

• Portable, easy to carry

• Can pull water from a standing source

• Long hose

• Excellent warranty policy

Cons

• Limited nozzle options

3. Sun Joe SPX4000 (2030 Max PSI, 1.76 GPM)

If you want a reliable machine that can be pushed to a higher cleaning power while still providing enough convenience for light cleaning tasks, consider the Sun Joe SPX4000.

Even though it's officially a 2030-PSI model, you can adjust this power to as low as 1450 PSI when you need to get rid of common grime, grease, and dirt. This pressure washer combines portability and a huge range of cleaning capability, allowing you to deal with any kind of dirt around your house.

But keep in mind that all those awesome features will also cost you more than a standard 1600 pressure washer like the Ryobi unit.



Pros

• Adjustable cleaning power (up to 2030 PSI)

• More energy-efficient with the Total Stop System feature

Cons

• Expensive

• Bulky and more difficult to move

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Final Words

As you can see, the Ryobi 1600-PSI electric pressure washer faces some serious competition from other companies with many similar models, and this is a good thing for customers. No matter what your final choice is, you will certainly have a great cleaning tool to get rid of dirt around your house.