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Karcher k7 Pressure Washer Review / Is it worth the upgrade for Car Detailing & Patio Cleaning?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 16 ส.ค. 2024
- I Review & put the Karcher K7 to the ultimate test Detailing on Muddy Farm Vehicles, Patios & Cars and I compare the the K7 compact, Smart control & the Full Control Plus to show you what your getting for your money.
Could this be the best Car Valeters Pressure Washer of 2021? or is the Kranzle still king?
I also Try out the T7 Patio cleaning tool and the FJ6 snow foam cannon to see if they can perform better on Karcher's premium Machine. Both these accessories are compatible on the K Series machines including K2 , k4 & karcher k5
is it worth the upgrade?
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05:35 MTM SGS28 K Series Stubby Gun
05:55 T7 Patio Cleaning Test
07:51 Pros of the K7
08:27 Cons of the Kaercher K7
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Would you pay £200 extra for the larger machine? Let me know in the comments ⬇️
No, I wouldn’t - I’d take the compact one. 😊
The compact makes more sense , then buy a better hose/stubby gun/foam cannon with what you've saved .
No
I’m to rocking a k4 compact, it been heavily abused lol 😂 but still going strong after nearly 2 years of use
سلام من چجوری میتونم یکی از اینا رو بخرم؟
I received my pressure washer th-cam.com/users/postUgkxfQauTxLT0JLSvqkq10rD79TU4k0Vz8zP over the weekend and decided to wait for the sun to come out before firing it up. Was needed to clean the deck. Our last pressure washer broke a couple of seasons ago, and I just hadn't replaced it yet. This one had great comments, so here we are. It was easy to assemble, and the trigger wand is comfortable and easy to hold for long periods of time. The pressure washer worked great and made quick work of the "TN North side algae" that inevitably grows every year. I also washed all of the deck furniture while I was at it... it all looks great! So far I am happy with this purchase. I plan to climb the ladder to wash siding over the next couple of days, will update if I have anything else to add after that!
Yeah to be fair underneath it's really good. They just need to add a hose and cable reel and this could be a great machine
I've been using and abusing my K7 compact for 3 years now and I love it.
With that said...the only thing original on it, is the pump thing. I built a small hidden washing station around it for ridiculously fast and easy washes.
I’ve had the K7 Full Control Plus for around a year now and I love it. I use it every weekend and it never fails to impress me. I instantly bought a stubby gun so the lance quality has never bothered me personally
Nice one. I do like this one definitely way more than the other karchers
@@epicautomotivedetailing Does it suck from a bucket well?
I’ve got the K7 Premium Smart Control, new model, I haven’t figured out yet, can you adjust the pressure with the short stubby gun? I think it only lets you adjust pressure with their Karcher Lance on?
"Hoovering skills on the patio" got me cracking 🤣
My wife didn't approve lol
Moral of the Video - Don't get married...
Great video Dave , i went for a K5 compact last year at a bargain £190 and I really can't fault it for the price . I replaced the lance and hose with a Direct Hoses 15m reel and stubby gun for less than £100 .
Good set up mate that longer hose makes such a difference
Buy a 15m hose
Well I think it is better to avoid Karcher in whole since they break very frequently. And the K7 starts to leak after two years like all other Karchers. So today I finally ordered my Kranzle pressure washer for car detailing.
Would love a kranzle they are awesome 👌
I have the K7 compact. I went for that one because i didnt want the faff of the electronic trigger, completely pointless in my opinion. Its a good machine and is very powerful.
Yeah the k7 compact is a good machine
How much water and how much foam shall I put in a foam cannon to get consistent thickness, but without needing too much foam
After the video and your presentation of the ‘PRo’s and Con’s’ I’d buy the compact. Makes more sense and no time wasting trying to access your phone with wet gloves etc. Great video. 👍🏼😎
Yeah it's just another way for them to get your email address lol
On my K7 the power controls are on the handle of the lance so no need to use a phone.
I have the K7 Compact. Same power just in a smaller package and without the smart control nonsense which I have no use for. Teamed up a quality quick release short gun it’s perfect for me. Had mine since last November and it hasn’t missed a beat.
Thats the ticket you got the right idea mate
@@epicautomotivedetailing - Got in a Bkack Friday deal too last November!
Glad you said K7 compact as thats exactly what I bought 3 months ago and love it. Upgraded to stubby lance.
Be interested to see how long it will last if in constant use
A very good video. I was going to invest in one as an alternative to an Expert as I retired my old B502 in March. Unfortunately, after having another stroke, I've decided to retire permanently from valeting. Oh well. Keep up the good work. 👍☺
Sorry to hear that hope your ok
@@epicautomotivedetailing I shall have to see how time treats me. I think it was a reminder to retire or start teaching.
If Karcher (or any other brand) does not use standard M22x14mm connections I can’t recommend it to anyone. Proprietary connections are an instant avoid.
I had the smaller K4 with the same lance for 3 years and the lance never broke. The only reason I had to replace it after 3 years is because I left it in the van during freezing weather and that blew the seals.
Crikey you got lucky lol. Think it's luck of the draw to be honest. Some are good some are bad with Karcher
@@epicautomotivedetailing I'm on my 2nd K4 because I got on so well with the 1st (and I abused that one). 1 year in and still no issues.
Great video Dave ,good insight into the K7 , the problem with it is ! The price of the smart control , it is nearly in the Kranzle price range .The compact would be the machine i would buy ,simple and no flashy things to go wrong. Good to see your goldie lab is doing well and growing up quickly . All the best :)
Yes you can't compete with kranzle. I still can't get hold of one lol.
Very Good review, the light weight one is good value and ideal for mobile work my 7125 is heavy for mobile use but can't fault its cleaning power.
Nice one Dave will be useful info for many that are new to detailing.
Thank you very much mate 🙏
Hello Dave from the Aussie guy ;) Great informative video mate and I even got the football reference and I don't follow it 🤣 I use a Gerni here..
Great review of the k7 dave, I would get the compact one why waste extra money when there's no need to, I was in my local hardware shop and I saw they sell kranzle washers so when my k2 packs up I think I'll invest in one 👍👍👍
For domestic use definitely a great machine not sure how long it would last everyday 😬
as good as it looks i dont think ill leave using Nilfisk washers. such amazing value for money and fantastic specs
Too Right Nilfisk are awsome
I own the K7 full control, the gun connects with the machine and is able to adjust the pressure.
I really want to upgrade the gun but i am hesitant due to the gun conneting to the maxhine wirelessly
Question
How does an after market gun work? How can it adjust the pressure setting or does the K7 remember the last setting the gun was on...
It works fine just at full power with aftermarket Lance's so no need to worry
Got a k4 as a backup, it was only £200, it feels abit flimsy in some areas, great vid.
thanks mate. Yeah they not great tbh. Core 140 by nilfisk is the one id go for
Thanks for great video! I have karcher K7 and now planning for upgrading to Kärcher - HD 5/17 CX Plus. I will use mostly for cleaning patios around house, Concrete walkway etc. Is it big difference in power?
i have an 7 year old kärcher and the FJ 6 and get beautifully foam much better than the foam you experienced
It's a funny one because I used it on my last video and it performed pretty well. It's amazing how different foams work better or worse with different cannons
I got k7 compact and love it
Nice one just keep an eye for leaks 👀
I have the compact and think it good. Not got all the faf as you say. I not bothered if it linked to my phone does it clean well and simple to use and it is
100% win for the compact
New to your channel and loving the in depth videos. I recently upgraded from the 5 to the 7 including all the bells and whistles at a tasty delivered price of £382. I personally find the app to be an awesome tool when you swap out that standard Lance for the stubby gun. Also found that when you use a foam cannon and then select detergent like you should when or if using the plug-in patio bottles to the machine you get a fantastic consistency of product. What were your thoughts on the boost function? The hose this time round appears to be much more user friendly opposed to the 5 which was just horrendous. Question I have is having now seen many people do this why the jump from the K7 to the AVA equivalent?
You see many people complaining about their karchers going wrong but I see roughly 90% of that being purely user error.
I ended up taking karcher parts off mine like that lance and hose and went custom when I had one. I explain the things going wrong and to be honest it's down to the volume of sales. You won't believe how many get sold every day in the world so the percentage of breakdowns is small as a percentage but because they sell so many it kinda looks worse than it is.
Just bought the k7 compact , upgrade from k4 compact.
Brutal football reference 😃
Just a bit of light hearted banter lol ⚽
Is the hose still crap. Tangles and springs up and hit your car. Like the K5 ??
Yeah still not great
If your looking at a k7 then you've got enough cash to buy a kranzle or karcher pro model. I'd probably go for the nilfisk P180 as its £400. The K7 is too heavy for my as I need to lift my K4 up and down stairs, so no good for me. Also that bluetooth lance, nope. If I got an outlet deal on a K7 compact I could be tempted, but the Nilfisk would be at the top of my list.
My next machine on the channel is the nilfisk 140 I think. Just waiting on confirmation from them 👌
The kids chairs 🤣🤣👍
I couldn't be bothered to move them lol
Another great video Young Dave keep them coming mate.
Thanks Mark 😃
Nice one again Dave 👌🏻🤩👍🏻
Thanks mate appreciate it
Hi Excellent video. Can you advise me of the cheapest Kasher that can draw water from a bucket.My olden does not. Thank you.
Thank you. Any k series is capable of pulling water from bucket
I’m looking at the K7 Smart Control, but I’m thinking that the normal K7 is just the same but without the app. What are your thoughts. Ta
It's a great advert for Kärcher Pressure washers. 🚗💨Too bad we didn't win the Euros.🏴⚽️
It's a good machine. Just don't see the point in the top spec model as the compact is plenty good enough Another life experience for the players. I guess I can't complain Leicester city won a trophy last season so I would of taken that any day lol
Excellent review! I've been using the K7 full control for the past few years detailing my car with any issue but the stock snow cannon. Eventually I bought the MJJC pro v2 and I love it. In which of the 3 modes would you suggest using it for better foam when applying the snow cannon?
Quite surprised about the trigger not having a trigger lock I still use my 2007 karcher which has a trigger lock but am looking to get the k5 or k7
I got one and I'm happy with it. the Phone app is pretty useless to be honest ^^
Yeah I dont get that app
Great review, i notice you didn't try balancing a dog egg on the patio cleaner lol, I'll stick with my K4 power control. Great video as always.
Thanks mate appreciate it
Can I do it mobile? Or i got to have steady water and electricity supply
Love the wife gags Dave 😃 I’m a Nilfisk man now, more reliable for me, good vid though cheers
Thanks very much. My next machine test is nilfisk core 140
You should try an interpump tx machine! Used your epic ceramic wax last weekend! Very good product
Will do 👌
What's your thoughts on kranzel 1050 TS , would you recommend it over Kartcher or nilfisk if I'm interested in reliability and quality?
Appreciate your opinion on this.
Kranzle will always be the best of the best. But with anything that good there's always a cost
Struggling to get the link working for your tripod could you please let me know the make and model please. Keep up the great videos!!!
Sorry try now didnt realise the link died
You NEED to review the bigboi washr flo, a good pressure washer too
Which nozzle size to buy for washing car with Karcher K7 and short trigger gun? Thank you
Medium range - Karcher K4 Premium Power Control
Got new k4 being tested next month
Thanks for the great review, I just think this is too much to pay - I did see it on karcher outlet for £340 which is maybe better value - but I still think Nilfisk is more robust and reliable
Yep nilfisk all the way i got 140 next month fingers crossed
@@epicautomotivedetailing is that a ‘D’? - will be interesting to see how it compares as I think it is going to be a lot better for a much more reasonable price
Hi.., thanks , I found this model (K7 Premium Smart Control Home) and (HD 5/12c Plus) and they are selled at the same price£ (473.01£), which one you recommend?. I highly appreciate your professional opinions. Thanks.
5/12 for reliability, or k7 for cheaper parts. Tough one really as the 5/12 will cost fair amount of money to upgrade lance as it has easylock fittings
Great video Dave! I personally use a K4 compact myself and the power is satisfying, although sometimes I wish I could get a little bit more, but overall I am happy with the "compact" size and price. "Coming Soon" looks epic cannot wait! 🔥
Thanks mate been working on few new bits
k4 is soft...no power at all
@@MrKiNgTV-vn2bu I have had no issues with its power since 2 years. I think it is one of the best in its category. But if you steel need more power, then you need to step up on the budget side to get it, in my opinion
@@RoadToDetailing I cant even wash the foam of the car. I have it for 5 years...if i would only knew what karcher compact meaned i would buy k7 for same price
@@MrKiNgTV-vn2bu something Is definitely off with your K4 then.. mine is brilliant since day 1 and it is more than capable for dirtier jobs as well.
which karcher can i use to spray foam and rinse without taking off the foam cannon?
Please try the new halfprds advance range the snow foam and ceramic protection is insane
You forgot to mention that the K7 can take hot water up to 60C.
If anyone wants to clean with hot water.
Thank you for sharing! :)
Great review I have just got a AVAp70 a great machine.
Really enjoyed your review Dave,i rate my karcher expert but would consider the k7 if it packed up
Thanks mate. I love my xpert still my favourite. Never gone wrong
i fancy the compact but i use mainly for washing our vehicles. using a stubby could there be too much power?
from what i can see of the compact, there is no way to reduce the power if needed.
My best advice is look at the nilfisk core 140 power control
Paldies par informaciju….
Is this better than the karcher pro hd 4/10x cm. I nor sure which one to go for
Good video mate, tbh never been a fan of Karcher products, they’ve always broken 🤦 use Spear and Jackson pressure washer. If only they made them quiet though🤣🤣
I got more nilfisks coming to the channel
@@epicautomotivedetailing good man, keep up the good videos :)
Can you test the Schneider pressure washer the one with 225 bars please
Great video! I've just ordered an Xpert OneTen HD 7125 from the karcher outlet but looking at this, the k7 compact looks more powerful. I'm looking at returning the HD and getting the K7 compact. It's for personal use-once a week. Any suggestions? Thanks. Rob
Hi Rob sadly the figures karcher put on the box may not entirely be true. Personally I'd go for nilfisk over karcher or better still an Ava pressure washer 👌
Hi, thinking of starting my own mobile valeting buisness. And wondering which pressure would you recommend for starting out please? I don't mind spending money if I know it's not going to break. I'm a total novice to this but just going to buy the equipment ready and practice before diving straight into. Great channel by the way 👍
Thanks mate. If your budget is small then go for nilfisk over karcher for reliability. You can get plenty of good attachments like snow foam cannons for it
@@epicautomotivedetailing thanks for the reply. I've not looked at the nisflict yet. Which 1 would you recommend?
I've been eying up the k4 or k5 karchers like but if the nisflic is better them I will go for that. Any help is massively appreciated
Nilfisc sorry
How many hours can you use it before rest time?Also, how long the machine needs to be stopped to resume work. Thanks
I've used it solid for hours
Good review
Thank you
Great vid, do like the karchers😎
Thanks Paul. Sorry High res version hasnt uploaded yet. Thought it had
can you control the pressure on the full size K7 with out using the app? great video
Thank you. I've just released a new video on a brand new pressure washer that could be better value than this
So k7 full control, has to be used by a phone?
Great video 😂👍🏻
thank you
Hi I’m interested between the karcher k7 compact and the Ava, I currently have a k3 karcher with a after market hose and gun etc so kinda want to stick with karcher but what’s your thoughts k7 compact or Ava p80? On paper the k7 seems stronger thank you
Nilfisk is better than both mate. The p180 wins hands down
Thank you, had a look last night and stumbled across the e160 which has a operating pressure of 145bar which is really good aswell, have you ever used one? And do you know how they compare to the premium ones ? Thank you!
Are all k series the same fitting for accessories as I have a snow foam of gun and 360 attachment I have a k2 but really want to upgrade but dont want to have to buy more accessories
yes all k series same mate
@@epicautomotivedetailing thank you ❤👍👍
can you recommend me washer for car and engine something like k7 compact? Thanks for video!👍
I like the nilfisk p180
Nice review 👍
Thanks Adam :)
Brilliant review lad. Great work 👌👏
I recently purchased the k7 compact and I'm loving it, it's so handy and powerful. Small problem though, when I connect my foam gun water pisses out from the connection, like there is way too much pressure. I don't know what I'm doing wrong. The only way you can turn the pressure down is on the end part of the original lance which you have to remove to connect the foam gun. Any ideas???
Hi Tony I see. What foam gun have you got?
@@epicautomotivedetailing its a cheap one I got on amazon. I got it a couple of years ago thinking it wouldn't be any good but it turned out to be very good. It works fine on my older alot less powered pressure washer. I probably just need to upgrade my foam gun I suppose?
@@tonyosullivan2382 if you're on Instagram tag me and I'll try have a look my friend
@@epicautomotivedetailing cheers man but I'm not on Instagram. I also live in an apartment and wash my car at my parents house at the weekend. Very big thanks for the offer. 🤙👍
What happens with the power settings if you change to a quick release gun? Does it just default to full power?
Yes full power on the k7 that I been using. But if you want to use it to fill up buckets just take end nozzle off and it flows like a tap
Epic Car Show Detailing perfect, thank you 👍🏻
So would you say out of all the consumer karchers this is the best one, in terms of durability and power? It’s not for a business but just personal use.
For personal the nilfisk p180 is better in every single way. Hands down go for that
Compact all the way when my k2 packs up...........the Italy 🇮🇹 joke.....to soon pal,to soon 🥺😭.........🤣😂🤣👍
I can't go back now lol 😅
Men ....you need pronano for heavy jobs .....🙃🙂they are awesome the best ones ......pro products...👍
Thanks for watching :)
When washing a car, would you scrub the car with a sponge after the foam or just simply apply foam and then wash?
Rinse foam off first.
Can't believe you didn't mention the pressure and flow rate 🤷🏻♂️
I can't believe you didn't Google it
Should have done a kranzle v karcher shoot out
Coming soon. already in the works. Won't be a difficult decision lol
I'm debating between the k7 and the Michelin MPX25EHDS, which one do you recommend? 😊
I have no idea about the Michelin so I cant comment. but the K7 isnt a bad machine at all really
Good review but I think I’ll stick with my Nilfisk Core 140.
Excellent machine the 140 👌
Until the dog took a sh** 😂😂
Is your Karcher XPERT ONE HD 7125 Pressure Washer,110v?
Sorted,just remembered that you have a generator 🙄
Will the pressure washer work if you replace the original lance with a different one?
Yes 100%
The k7 compact or the premium plus? As the price is only £80 difference today
Neither, Go for Nilisk P180 it beats it hands down
Torn between a k7 and a Ava p80 .
Nilfisk P180 is better than both
@@epicautomotivedetailing is the Nilfisk p200 even better ?
the k7 compact has a 3000W motor, and puts out 180bar at 600Litres per hour, where the more expensive one only has a 2800W motor, only puts out 150bar pressure at normal operation and 'up to' 180 bar but only whilst the boost function is enabled (which is time limited to a few seconds - presumably so the motor doesnt burn out), and the premium one only puts out 550 litres per hour.
so, you're literally getting a worse machine, with a fancy bluetooth lance that will just break as soon as you try change the pressure whilst pulling the trigger and not get a free replacement as "you should have read the user manual".
Did you know that karcher test their own pressure using their own machines? They also get the bar readings from the initial first millisecond where the water shoots out. All those numbers from karcher are not true but they get away with it due to their own loopholes. Unlike nilfisk and kranzle who test fairly
@@epicautomotivedetailing mate i nearly bought a k7 but now tempted by the AVA P80, looks like its basically same spec as an xpert 7125 but with a 20year warranty…
@@SP3NCE yeah I'm trying to get one for a video too. They look mega
@@epicautomotivedetailing The first initial bar reading is the maximum for the pump, and most manufacturers mention this max number, but they also mention the operating pressure which is the prrssure level when you are actually using the lance and its always a fair bit less. Here in Australia the K7 is 180bar max, but its operating pressure is 130bar a big difference, in europe the same K7 is 150bar operating pressure and same max pressure.
I have a commercial karcher pressure washer but I can’t find a way to connect a snow foam gun. Any suggestions?
Karcher sell an mtm cannon but it's £90 mjjc also offer one with fittings
@@epicautomotivedetailing thanks man. Love the channel
@@Peter8343 thanks so much
can you use the patio cleaner attachment for the compact version?
Yes you can
@@epicautomotivedetailing does it come with the compact or is an extra?
Can't find ur karcher expert video
Got a bigger video coming featuring it and loads other machines
Can you use any snow foam lance on any pressure washer
no mate you need to get right fittings for right cannon its not one cannon fits all
Hi mate could you link a snow foam lance with the correct ending for the pressure washer stiga 345r please?
I think that trigger is made in GERMANY
Why on earth would you want to control a tool that you virtually have in your hand from your phone?
its such a bad idea
Does the compact still have the 10m hose?
Not sure mate. They have a new commercial machine out now thats cheaper
Smart control my arse, so a App to control how to wash what happened to using common cense. Just more to go wrong there will be a app to tell you when to pee soon. I have the old K5 140 and just rebuilt the pump housing on the weekend and had it for at least 5/6 years.
Don't get me started lol. It's just a way for karcher to collect your personal data for advertising. Don't think nilfisk would do that
@@epicautomotivedetailing Maybe but the NHS have been stopped selling our details to 3rd parties, and all this vaccine passports and the the bankers trying to get rid of cash so you get payed by swiping your phone. People think phones are a good thing but it's a slippy slope.
Bro got a Urus💀