![]() ![]() The maximum force of the water is lower with the Ryobi than with many gas washers, but at 2,000 psi, it's still more than ample for washing cars and cleaning mud and dirt from concrete surfaces. Not only are gas-powered models much heavier, but they're also significantly larger. ![]() On the flip side, at 29 pounds and measuring less than 18 inches high and 17 inches deep, the Ryobi is simple to roll around and compact enough to load in a car trunk. Since it doesn't plug in, I can use my gas-powered model anywhere, whereas I need to be near an electric outlet (within 35 feet) to use the Ryobi. The Ryobi pressure washer is both more and less portable than my gas-powered washer. Overall, I found it effective for most outdoor cleaning needs. It provides half the force of my 4,000-psi gas-powered pressure washer, but it's much more user-friendly-no carbon-producing fumes or need to store gasoline. I would categorize the Ryobi 2000 as a medium-duty pressure washer. Photo: Glenda Taylor for Bob Vila How does the performance of the corded Ryobi compare to gas models? Unfortunately, the detergent only dispenses when the blue nozzle is attached the other two more powerful nozzles spray water only-no soap. I did a little research and found other users had the same complaint. Soapy water sprayed out but at very low pressure-more like a soft trickle than a cleansing spray. I filled the onboard tank with power-washer detergent, attached the blue soap nozzle, and pulled the trigger. This is the only real gripe I had about the Ryobi. For most, that will be doable.Ī downside (from my perspective) is the significant drop in spray pressure when using the soap nozzle. The spray lost power when I turned the pressure at the spigot below 20 psi, so I recommend having a minimum of 20 psi at the water spigot to run this pressure washer. I used a water-pressure test gauge and adjusted the spigot pressure to determine how much incoming water pressure the Ryobi needed to spray at maximum force. I could maintain maximum spray pressure if the water pressure at my home's outdoor spigot registered at least 20 psi. Instead, it shoots water at full force through two of the nozzles: the turbo nozzle and the standard brass spray nozzle. It doesn't have a water pressure adjustment dial as some models do. ![]() I found the Ryobi pressure washer well suited for most typical outdoor cleaning chores, but it does have a few considerations shoppers should know about. Like most wheeled home and garden tools, it rolls better on hard surfaces like concrete than grass, sand, or gravel. Its compact size and wheels make it easy to roll, and I found I could quickly move it around just by pulling up the handle and tugging it from spot to spot, like a rolling suitcase. The Ryobi 2000 pressure washer has an extendable handle that can be adjusted with a button, allowing for easy maneuvering. The wand features a quick-connect coupler at the tip, which made it easy for me to switch between nozzles as I tested. As soon as I pulled the trigger on the wand, the motor kicked back on and stayed on for as long as I squeezed the trigger. Then I realized this was simply a power-saving feature. Both are clearly marked and easy to see.Īt first, I was concerned because a few seconds after turning the machine on, the motor shut off. The top-mounted control panel features a large "on" button in black and a red "off" button. Starting the pressure washer was as easy as pushing a button. One of the standout features of the Ryobi 2000 power washer is its user-friendly design. Photo: Glenda Taylor for Bob Vila Is the Ryobi 2000 pressure washer simple and intuitive to use? The Ryobi Pressure Washer 2000 PSI Review ![]()
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