Best Medium Duty Electric Pressure Washer (2026)

Side-by-side specs

Specifications are manufacturer rated, as published on each listing and collected 22 October 2026. Where a listing contradicts itself, both figures are shown.

Buying guide: choosing the best medium duty electric pressure washer

Pressure and flow

Stated pressure runs from 1800 PSI on the Briggs & Stratton and CAT to 3200 PSI on the EGO, with the CRAFTSMAN at 2100 and the A-iPower at 2800 max. Stated flow runs from 1.2 GPM to 2.0 GPM, with the CAT and EGO at the top end. For medium duty work like driveways and siding, pressure cleans and flow rinses: a higher GPM moves dirt off the surface faster, while higher PSI cuts tougher grime. The A-iPower states both a max and a rated figure, 2800 max PSI with 2000 rated, which is the honest way to read it.

The EGO states up to 2.0 GPM max alongside its 3200 PSI, which pairs top pressure with top flow; the CAT pairs 1800 PSI with 2.0 GPM for the rinsing end of the scale. For context, the Briggs & Stratton spec table states 1700 max PSI at 1.0 GPM alongside its 1800 PSI title figure, so read max figures as burst ratings, not working pressure.

Corded or battery

Four of the five are corded electric with 35 ft power cords stated across the board; the EGO is battery powered on two 56V ARC Lithium batteries with ECO, High and Turbo modes. Corded means unlimited runtime from an outlet; battery means no cord to drag and a siphon hose that draws from any fresh water source. The EGO weighs 36.2 pounds, the heaviest here, and the batteries are the platform cost to weigh. For a driveway next to the house, corded is simpler; for a fence line far from outlets, battery earns its keep. Our best cordless pressure washer picks cover the battery side.

Hoses and reach

Hose length decides how far you work from the machine. The Briggs & Stratton spec table states a 26 ft hose while its bullets and included components state 20 ft; the CRAFTSMAN and A-iPower state 25 ft, and the CAT states 20 ft. The EGO states its hose as 7.62 meters. Longer is better until it tangles: the CRAFTSMAN 25 ft kink-resistant hose and the A-iPower 25 ft hose both suit a two-car driveway from one outlet. Pair the hose with the 35 ft power cord all four corded models state, and you cover most suburban lots without an extension cord.

Nozzles and soap

Nozzle count runs from 3 on the Briggs & Stratton to 5 on the A-iPower and EGO, with the CAT at 4. Turbo nozzles appear on the Briggs & Stratton, A-iPower and EGO listings for tough spots. For soap, the CRAFTSMAN has an integrated soap tank, the CAT ships a 600mL foam blaster bottle, the A-iPower dispenses soap, and the EGO includes a foam cannon. The Briggs & Stratton lists an integrated detergent tank as no data, so treat soap there as unconfirmed. A foam cannon or blaster is the difference between washing a car and just rinsing it; see our best foam cannon guide for the attachment side.

Warranty and certifications

Warranty terms run from 12 months on the Briggs & Stratton to 5 years on the EGO, with the A-iPower and CAT at 2 years; the CRAFTSMAN states no term. On certifications, the Briggs & Stratton states PWMA, the CRAFTSMAN states CETA, and the CAT states CSA with a GFCI plug on its 35 ft cord. A stated certification and a stated warranty are the two strongest trust signals on an electric washer; the CAT is the only pick with both a safety certification and a GFCI plug.

The Acre Score explained

Each washer is scored on a fixed scale for performance, build, value, safety and warranty, using only what the listing publishes. Performance weighs stated PSI and GPM; build weighs frame, wheels and hose; value weighs the feature set; safety credits stated electrical protections; warranty credits a stated term. The CAT leads on flow and safety features; the EGO leads on raw pressure and warranty length.

Scores run from 9.2 to 9.8: each product’s point total is placed on that range, so more points always means a higher score.

FAQ: mowing large lots

What PSI is medium duty for an electric pressure washer?

The listings here run from 1800 to 3200 PSI. Medium duty generally covers the 1800 to 2800 PSI band for driveways, patios, siding and vehicles; the EGO at 3200 PSI reaches into heavy duty. Match the pressure to the surface: 1800 PSI is plenty for vehicles and patio furniture.

Is a higher GPM or higher PSI more important?

Both matter. PSI cuts grime; GPM rinses it away. The CAT pairs 1800 PSI with 2.0 GPM, the highest flow here, which moves dirt off a driveway fast. For rinsing large areas, favor GPM; for stripping tough spots, favor PSI.

Can I use a pressure washer on my car?

Yes, with the right nozzle and soap. The CRAFTSMAN, CAT, A-iPower and EGO all list vehicles among their uses, and the CAT foam blaster and EGO foam cannon are made for it. Use a wide nozzle, keep your distance, and never point the jet at people or pets.

Do I need an extension cord for a 35 ft power cord?

Four of the five state a 35 ft power cord, which reaches most of a suburban lot from a house outlet. If you do extend, use an outdoor-rated cord of the right gauge and keep connections dry; the CAT GFCI plug adds protection at the outlet end.

Battery or corded electric for a driveway?

Corded for unlimited runtime near the house; battery for far corners with no outlet. The EGO battery model offers ECO, High and Turbo modes and a siphon hose for any water source, at 36.2 pounds plus batteries. For most driveways, a corded model with a 25 ft hose is the simpler pick.

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