Karcher Outlet

 

That's a shame as I've posted a few times that I reckon the K5 Compact is about the best performance to cost buy out there.

Sounds like more bean counters spoiling the engineering/reliability/life expectancy.

But since "everyone" is now conditioned to it being normal and acceptable for stuff to self destruct after a relatively short time, sadly it's no real surprise. .

Andy

 

@AndyN01

That sums it up Andy, not to mention the loss of the water cooled pump for the compact at least. Wonder if it will move up the range?

The working flow and pressure are less too, flow in particular, 450 down to 402 lph, that's quite some drop.

Like you say, it was the best machine bang for buck.

 

@AndyN01 my basic K2 I think it was gave up the ghost a few months ago and I’ve not yet replaced.

I’ve seen a few posts where you mention the k5c being the best bang for buck - can I ask what sort of price they were? I have found one locally that’s £268 - no idea if that’s a good price or not?

cheers

terry

 

I'll answer on @AndyN01 's behalf ( should you want to buy fast, like now 😂) since I saw your question. A few years ago, you could get one on a good day for £159 after a discount and I think £25 off at Toolstation. Another time it was £174 or something. Lattery, the good price was around £190 to £199 if there was 20% off on eBay or even Karcher. They have gone up quite a lot as everything has. £268 will get you a good machine, better than the classic K5 which now seems to be the one discounted to £199.

It's up there price wise but you get a good water cooled motor, really good working bar and flow, a 3 year guarantee (worth something alone) and reliable backup. I'm not sure there is much about for that price beyond lesser known brands with less reliable backup, it depends on your attitude to risk 🙂

PS, since we both like the machine a lot, I sure you wouldn't mind Andy 😊

 

Thanks for the reply @shine247

You hit the nail on the head, it seems like one available around these parts full stop and whilst £268 I thought was a tad much unless I can get much better for spending a bit more then it sounds like im up at 8am to go collect 😂

 

Thanks for the reply @shine247

You hit the nail on the head, it seems like one available around these parts full stop and whilst £268 I thought was a tad much unless I can get much better for spending a bit more then it sounds like im up at 8am to go collect 😂

They still have them at the outlet in the link above but you pay for only a 12m guarantee.
My K5c is on its 5th year,it's had shared use with other machines but it's been great, find a machine with 125 actual working bar in use and 450 lph for that price. I'd buy it myself with the 3 year guarantee. It's s a shame they are coming to an end and I think we know why.

 

For info I bought my K5c for £198.98 in March ‘23 when they were on offer from around £280

 

It's a baby, I wouldn't give that up in a hurry. 😉

 

I saw them at the outlet but 3 years warranty is of value to me given the use of plastic parts these days vs the karchers of old. Seems like I’ve found the answer!

 

It was a year ago Karcher were running a promotion I think with a few vendors I got mine from toolstation

 

This is about the cheapest “new” one I can find

Pardon our interruption...

 

That’s not bad, especially if a lower offer accepted.

It’s toolstation I’ve found one and if I order via the app there is a 10% making it £241 and it’s in my hands tomorrow - not sure I can resist now.

 

Oh you wicked wicked people!! 😜

I was dithering on whether to get the Lidl Parkside PW that's currently on offer or hang fire to see if the K5c comes down.
I think my heart is ultimately set on the K5C but will most likely hang fire til the Easter weekend to see what offers will be available.

However, like @TerryCTR I'm getting excited and having trouble holding off!!

Rich

 

Buy it 😂

It was a few weeks before Easter last year that I bought mine (21/03 Easter was 9/04 in ‘23)

 

Pleased I’ve got a K7 Compact as a spare to my Kranzle as I also noticed it’s gone from the range!

 

Interested to see how karcher‘s new horizontal range will hold up..

 

Hi all, Still dithering on the K5 Compact.

I've also seen K4 Power Control Home plus on the Karcher Website. I get blue light discount so is currently £243.
As i am a light user, i think the K4 Power Control will be fine for me.

I just wanted to check what people's thoughts? Am i right in saying the K4 Power Control has an induction motor?

Thanks

Richard

 

Hi all, Still dithering on the K5 Compact.

I've also seen K4 Power Control Home plus on the Karcher Website. I get blue light discount so is currently £243.
As i am a light user, i think the K4 Power Control will be fine for me.

I just wanted to check what people's thoughts? Am i right in saying the K4 Power Control has an induction motor?

Thanks

Richard

They were and could well be but they don't brag about induction on their site, so for anyone buying one, I would ask them. I see you have bought the K5c now. I was going to say that even as a light user, you are a user so I would want the best power during those times. I doubt you meant you will use it lightly 😂.

The one thing I noticed is they are now giving a 6 year guarantee on the k4 series (and 5 and 7) if bought from them and " registered" as they say. You look to be getting 5 on your k5c from elsewhere if registered so still pretty good. I hope the don't start being ultra picky as a result.

Still disappointed they have started to cost cut, I think getting in on a K5c now with 5 year guarantee is as good as you get for the money.
I can't see anything in the range I would buy now but I'm not bothered, I'm more than catered for.

I wonder if a few k5c's have been sold on the back of this thread. 😂

 

Hi

Entirely personal view....

I'd go for the K5 over any K4. The fundamental reason for using a pressure washer is for the pressure and the flow .

IMHO no amount of "extras" is going to overcome the difference/deficit in the pressure and flow.

Also, the easier and simpler something is to set up and use, the more likely it is to actually be used.

Keep it Simple .

Obviously, your priorities may well be different.

Happy shopping.

Andy

 

I just couldn't hold out any longer. Went for the............K5 Compact.
Got the last one at my local Toolstation.

Rich

 

I just couldn't hold out any longer. Went for the............K5 Compact.
Got the last one at my local Toolstation.

Rich

Just don’t go checking the prices in a couple of weeks 😉😂

 

In regards to the K4 and K5 (full size versions), I noted that although they don't brag about them being induction motors on the UK website, they still brag about them being water cooled motors. However, if you check the USA website, they also brag about them being induction motors as well. The only one that doesn't have it is the likes of the new K5 Classic, which doesn't seem to be advertised as water cooled or induction.

 

Found the K5 compact for £232 at the RAC shop (Inc RAC member discount).
Will cancel the Toolstation order as I hadn't picked it up yet.

Rich

 

You’ll not get a better price than that I don’t think well done 👍

 

Out of interest, why not go for the full size K5 for £250? I think that is still induction and definitely water cooled too.

 

I think the compact ticks the boxes for me - the spec, the induction motor and the price point.
However, please post the link for the full size K5 as others may benefit?

Thanks

 

That's a good deal, same pump as K5. Posted a day ago and still not 🔥. The buyers on that site will send rubbish soaring if it's £50 but a good deal like that gets nowhere fast but some people will benefit.


Now we wait and see if they kill that model too.

 

Yes, hoses are available here.

Karcher K Series Click Bayonet to Click Bayonet Reinforced Heavy Duty Rubber Replacement Hose

A reinforced rubber replacement hose with Karcher K series Click Bayonet on both ends.Fits newer Karcher Machines with Click Bayonet quick connect fitting on machine and Click Bayonet hose end (see image)Karcher K series compatible (non original item).Guaranteed Anti Kink. Market leading quality...

www.in2detailing.co.uk

Or if you want to change from the standard hose do what I did if the standard machine has the same outlet. You might not need any modifications.

https://www.detailingworld.co.uk/threads/karcher-compact-5-7-and-others-qr-swap-out.437127/#post-5853517

 

I stopped and had a look at one at Homebase. It looks like the connection at the machine end is not ‘quick release’ style as per the K5 compact. So for my use/storage arrangement I think I will stick with the compact (as yet unboxed) Appears you need to release a locking clip to take the hose off on the full size machine.

 

Funnily enough, I saw one in Costco today and took a picture. They've certainly made that difficult to change. Some Nilfisks are also difficult to change. Still, you can work round it with the hose in the link or similar.

 

I cancelled my order of the K5 Compact with the RAC - it had been 2 days and the order still hadn't been dispatched.
Ordered the K5 Power Control from Karcher with the 15% discount. The 6 year warranty won it for me.

Rich

 

Glad I could help . Also, note Karcher take 1-3 working days to deliver. They use DPD so that when they finally do dispatch, it will at least be next day delivery.

Their online account system is rubbish and gives you no information on your order, you just have to wait for the DPD dispatch e-mail.