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Bar pressure grabs attention; flow rate (litres per hour) is what actually shifts dirt from a patio.
From manufacturers' specifications and published UK reviews, read on 6 October 2026. Not tested by us. In no particular order: these are not ranked, and we do not say which is best until the customer ratings are in.
Budget
Occasional cleaning of garden furniture, bikes and small patios on a tight budget.
Watch out for: The 3 m hose is short, so you will be moving the machine around often.
Sources: Kärcher product page
Mid-range
Regular car washing and patio cleaning where you want more flow and hose than a starter machine.
Watch out for: It uses a series motor and PVC hose rather than the induction motor and PU hose of Bosch's pricier AdvancedAquatak.
Sources: Bosch product page
Premium
Big patios, driveways and frequent use, where a sturdier induction-motor machine pays off.
Watch out for: At 18 kg it is heavy to lift into a car boot or carry up steps.
Sources: Bosch product page
Pro
Trades and owners of Makita XGT batteries who need to clean where there is no mains socket.
Watch out for: It is sold body only, and Makita quotes just 18 minutes on top speed with two 5.0Ah batteries.
Sources: Makita product page
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