--- product_id: 25707855 title: "Kärcher K5 Premium, 1.4 GPM Pressure Washer with Hose Reel, Vario Power & Dirtblaster Wands - 2000 PSI" brand: "kärcher" price: "R16369" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 category: "Kärcher" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/25707855-kärcher-k5-premium-1-4-gpm-pressure-washer-with-hose store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # 2000 PSI max pressure 1.4 GPM water flow Onboard detergent tank Kärcher K5 Premium, 1.4 GPM Pressure Washer with Hose Reel, Vario Power & Dirtblaster Wands - 2000 PSI **Brand:** kärcher **Price:** R16369 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 💦 Clean smarter, not harder — the K5 Premium keeps your space spotless with zero gas fuss! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Kärcher K5 Premium, 1.4 GPM Pressure Washer with Hose Reel, Vario Power & Dirtblaster Wands - 2000 PSI by kärcher - **How much does it cost?** R16369 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/25707855-kärcher-k5-premium-1-4-gpm-pressure-washer-with-hose) ## Best For - kärcher enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted kärcher brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Power Meets Precision:** 2000 PSI and 1.4 GPM deliver professional-grade cleaning without the gas hassle. - • **Tailored Spray Control:** Vario Power wand adjusts pressure for delicate surfaces, while DirtBlaster tackles tough grime. - • **Smart Detergent Delivery:** Removable detergent tank with adjustable flow dial for customized cleaning power. - • **Effortless Hose Management:** 25' kink-resistant hose with onboard reel keeps your workspace tidy and ready to roll. - • **Built to Last & Easy to Use:** Water-cooled brushless motor extends lifespan 5X; assemble and start in under 5 minutes. ## Overview The Kärcher K5 Premium is a high-performance electric pressure washer featuring 2000 PSI pressure and 1.4 GPM flow rate. Equipped with a durable water-cooled brushless motor and a non-corrosive pump, it offers long-lasting reliability. Its adjustable Vario Power and patented DirtBlaster wands provide versatile cleaning options, while a 25-foot kink-resistant hose with onboard reel and a removable detergent tank with flow control make operation and storage effortless. Ideal for homeowners seeking powerful, eco-friendly outdoor cleaning without the maintenance of gas models. ## Description Karcher’s 2000-PSI K5 Premium high-pressure washer is our highest power electrical machine, delivering high-pressure cleaning for tough jobs. This portable pressure washer includes a patented water-cooled induction motor designed to increase product life expectancy up to 5X. Our portable power washer also includes convenient features like an adjustable Vario spray wand, a patented Dirtblaster spray wand, an onboard detergent tank, and a hose reel that protects and stores the hose. Only a small screwdriver is needed for assembly – you can set up and start using the K5 power sprayer in five minutes or less! Backed by a two-year limited warranty, the K5 is a top-of-the-range electric pressure cleaner and an ideal outdoor cleaning companion for demanding homeowners. Review: Nice electric power washer - Well first off I actually have a gas powered pressure washer and I have the Karcher electric power washer. The gasoline power washer is way more powerful than the electric power washer. But it requires me to run the engine more often because of the ethanol additive which can gum up your carburetor. So it’s kinda of a pain. However with the electric power washer it’s almost as powerful, but then you don’t have to worry about getting gasoline and running the motor frequently so that it doesn’t gum up. The electric power washer is NICE. One thing I want to mention is the spray wand is kinda sensitive, you have to be careful with the spray tip. I actually broke my spray tip, and I had to order a new one and then it worked perfectly. The only downside to this power washer is the hose, it can be a little temperamental. And sometimes getting the hose fitting to go in the spray wand can be a difficult sometimes. You just have to look in the spray wand and then turn the hose fitting to get it to go in. Other than that it works great. I used it to power wash my white plastic fence. Our homeowners association requires everyone to install white plastic fence in their backyard and occasionally you have to power wash it. I recommend getting the spray tip canister. Sold separately. It’s like 27 dollars or something. It’s not too expensive. And they sell a detergent solution for the spray canister. You only need to put a small amount of that stuff and then fill it up the rest of the way with water. Shake it a little and spray it on your car. Works great. I don’t really have any complaints about it, except the hose. Other than that it works great Review: Nice Pressure washer... - Be sure you keep your expectations realistic. I replaced my 10+ year old 2100psi 2GPM gasoline pressure washer with this 2000psi 1.4GPM Karcher K5 expecting it to be similar in power. It's not. They are up front that it's 0.6 gallons per minute less. My fault for not grasping how much less that really is...the GPM is what really counts. Don't get me wrong, it works really nice for washing the cars with the variable nozzle, and the turbo nozzle is nice too for blowing the dirt off the walkway. I just cant imagine it doing very well with things like cleaning the algae off the siding on the north end of my house and tougher stuff like that. The good part though... is I don't have to worry about accidentally harming the finish on my cars softer plastic bits and I'm not worried about my wife being able to use it with ease. It is really nice, and Electric is so easy .. no pulling the cord 5-10 times, no gas cans, no oil changes, no treating fuel for the winter... just hook up the hose, plug in the power, and wash. This is a really nice, feature rich unit that feels high quality. It would have been nice if they provided a hose that isn't so stiff...It's not the plastic junk that some come with, but it's also not the more flexible stuff like expensive units. It doesn't come off the reel easy, and as the curves stay in it when its not taught, you gotta be careful around the car as it doesn't just lay on the ground and can spring up and hit the car while you are moving around. Still ok... just a gripe I have. I do recommend this unit for general home use and car washing. ## Features - Powerful Performance: The K 5 pressure washer lasts longer than universal motors and delivers exceptional cleaning results! Water-Cooled brushless induction-motor and non-corrosive N-COR pump. - Pressure Regulating: Use the Vario Power spray wand for light-duty jobs, and a patented Dirt Blaster spray wand for superior cleaning performance on tough-to-clean surfaces. - High Pressure Hose: Comes equipped with a generous 25' kink-resistant high-pressure hose that offers plenty of reach, as well as an onboard pressurized hose reel for simple storage - Onboard Detergent Tank: The electric pressure washer features an onboard removable detergent tank for easy soap application, while an adjustable flow dial allows you to control how much detergent is applied - The Karcher Promise - Cleaner. Quicker: 2000 PSI and 1.43 GPM Motor. Adjust by twisting the Vario Power Spray Wand for effective and surface-friendly cleaning on concrete, pavement, driveways,sidewalks, patios, decks, cars, boats, homes, RVs, and more. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B01BMETENG | | Best Sellers Rank | #41,195 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #251 in Pressure Washers | | Brand Name | Kärcher | | Color | Yellow | | Customer Reviews | 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars (1,839) | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00886622014522, 00886622015178 | | Hose Length | 25 Feet | | Included Components | DirtBlaster wand, Hose, Pressure Washer, Vario Wand | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 34.33"L x 13.07"W x 16.77"H | | Item Type Name | K 5 Premium | | Item Weight | 32 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Karcher | | Manufacturer Part Number | 1.603-361.0 | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | Two year Limited Karcher Warranty | | Maximum Flow Rate | 1.4 Gallons Per Minute | | Maximum Pressure | 2000 Pound per Square Inch | | Model Number | 1.603-361.0 | | Power Source | Electric | | Tank Volume | 1.4 Gallons | | UPC | 886622015178 886622014522 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Kärcher - **Color:** Yellow - **Global Trade Identification Number:** 00886622014522, 00886622015178 - **Hose Length:** 25 Feet - **Item Weight:** 32 Pounds - **Maximum Flow Rate:** 1.4 Gallons Per Minute - **Maximum Pressure:** 2000 Pound per Square Inch - **Power Source:** Electric - **Product Dimensions:** 34.33"L x 13.07"W x 16.77"H - **Tank Volume:** 1.4 Gallons ## Images ![Kärcher K5 Premium, 1.4 GPM Pressure Washer with Hose Reel, Vario Power & Dirtblaster Wands - 2000 PSI - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/612cKICYFsL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Enough power to reach 2nd story of structure?** A: No, the K5 is a light duty home unit. In order to reach a 2nd story you need a more powerful unit (perhaps 2400 psi and 2 gpm). With a more powerful unit, you could then attach either a 10-ft extension or use a sharper nozzle (0-degree); the K5 does not accommodate either attachments. **Q: Can this be used with an extension cord? I only have one outside outlet at the back of my house.** A: Every outlet in your house is essentially an extension cord. The longer the wire from the power company's transformer, the lower the voltage getting to your motor. If your outside outlet is at the far end (away from your main panel) of a large house, you may have used up all the distance your allowed. If the outlet is 10 feet from your main, you could put a 50 ft #14 extension cord on it no problem. If you have a bit extra voltage in your lines, say 122 instead of 114 you can get by with longer cords of smaller wire. What will burn up your motor is insufficient voltage, i.e. long, lightweight extension cords. So what's the answer? Find out your voltage at the outlet you will be using, the minimum voltage the pressure washer needs and use an online voltage calculator to determine the size wire and length you need in the cord. Sorry - it's not a yes or no answer :-( **Q: 230v or 110v?** A: 110v **Q: How much does this weigh, please?** A: Hello from Karcher! The K 5 Premium weighs 32 pounds. Thank you for your question and I hope this helps, Karl from the Customer Care Team. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice electric power washer *by M***G on November 20, 2025* Well first off I actually have a gas powered pressure washer and I have the Karcher electric power washer. The gasoline power washer is way more powerful than the electric power washer. But it requires me to run the engine more often because of the ethanol additive which can gum up your carburetor. So it’s kinda of a pain. However with the electric power washer it’s almost as powerful, but then you don’t have to worry about getting gasoline and running the motor frequently so that it doesn’t gum up. The electric power washer is NICE. One thing I want to mention is the spray wand is kinda sensitive, you have to be careful with the spray tip. I actually broke my spray tip, and I had to order a new one and then it worked perfectly. The only downside to this power washer is the hose, it can be a little temperamental. And sometimes getting the hose fitting to go in the spray wand can be a difficult sometimes. You just have to look in the spray wand and then turn the hose fitting to get it to go in. Other than that it works great. I used it to power wash my white plastic fence. Our homeowners association requires everyone to install white plastic fence in their backyard and occasionally you have to power wash it. I recommend getting the spray tip canister. Sold separately. It’s like 27 dollars or something. It’s not too expensive. And they sell a detergent solution for the spray canister. You only need to put a small amount of that stuff and then fill it up the rest of the way with water. Shake it a little and spray it on your car. Works great. I don’t really have any complaints about it, except the hose. Other than that it works great ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice Pressure washer... *by T***R on March 14, 2024* Be sure you keep your expectations realistic. I replaced my 10+ year old 2100psi 2GPM gasoline pressure washer with this 2000psi 1.4GPM Karcher K5 expecting it to be similar in power. It's not. They are up front that it's 0.6 gallons per minute less. My fault for not grasping how much less that really is...the GPM is what really counts. Don't get me wrong, it works really nice for washing the cars with the variable nozzle, and the turbo nozzle is nice too for blowing the dirt off the walkway. I just cant imagine it doing very well with things like cleaning the algae off the siding on the north end of my house and tougher stuff like that. The good part though... is I don't have to worry about accidentally harming the finish on my cars softer plastic bits and I'm not worried about my wife being able to use it with ease. It is really nice, and Electric is so easy .. no pulling the cord 5-10 times, no gas cans, no oil changes, no treating fuel for the winter... just hook up the hose, plug in the power, and wash. This is a really nice, feature rich unit that feels high quality. It would have been nice if they provided a hose that isn't so stiff...It's not the plastic junk that some come with, but it's also not the more flexible stuff like expensive units. It doesn't come off the reel easy, and as the curves stay in it when its not taught, you gotta be careful around the car as it doesn't just lay on the ground and can spring up and hit the car while you are moving around. Still ok... just a gripe I have. I do recommend this unit for general home use and car washing. ### ⭐ Hunk of Junk!!! *by P***E on July 17, 2025* If I could give this -100, stars, I would. I did some research, and this kept coming up as one of the best so I took advantage of the recent Prime deals and bought it. As soon as I opened the box, I could tell that the quality wasn't the greatest... in fact, it feels pretty cheap. II am the IKEA Queen! and love putting things together, but when I tell you that this was the most frustrating thing to assemble! Oh boy! The instructions are not helpful, the pictures are very small and there is no description. I didn't think that such a highly recommended item would require this amount of assembly. I tried looking up videos which weren't helpful. I managed to finally set it all up and was ready to go to town cleaning everything in my path. Yeah, right!!! This water spitting machine is a failure! I adjusted the "pressure", fiddled with the buttons, connected, and reconnected everything to no avail. The pressure is nonexistent no matter what I did. The pressure from my hose without a nozzle is 1,000 times more powerful. This would make a lovely flower waterer. I should have just taped the box back up and returned it immediately when I saw the cheap plastic this is made of. Now I'm afraid that disassembling this will cause something to break, but I will definitely be returning this. ## Frequently Bought Together - Kärcher K5 Premium, Pressure Washer 2000 PSI - with Hose Reel, Vario Power & Dirtblaster Wands - 1.4 GPM - Kärcher - T 5 T-Racer 11" Electric Power Pressure Washer Surface Cleaner Attachment - 32" Extension Wand Included - 2600 PSI - For Kärcher K1-K5 - Kärcher Multi Purpose Pressure Washer Detergent, Removes Dirt and Grime from Fences, Siding, Patios, Driveways, Sidewalks, Concrete and More, Highly Concentrated, Makes up to 20 gal of Cleaner --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/25707855-kärcher-k5-premium-1-4-gpm-pressure-washer-with-hose](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/25707855-kärcher-k5-premium-1-4-gpm-pressure-washer-with-hose) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-04-23*