The catch
DeWalt 2100 PSI Electric Jobsite Pressure Washer
Some light-duty electrics you carry are lighter than its approximately 24-pound enclosed body.
Side by side
DeWalt DWPW2100 vs Craftsman CMEPW2100 compared: Craftsman gets larger wheels to roll on, DeWalt stacks to transport
Quick verdict
The DeWalt fits if you want enclosed storage that stacks and easy jobsite transport. The Craftsman is better if you want bigger wheels, more spray tips in the box and a stronger case for cleaning vehicles in testing.
Before you buy
Why, and what it costs you
Where these two really part ways
DeWalt 2100 PSI Electric Jobsite Pressure Washer is the better match for “Room for storage is limited” and “I have obstacles and uneven yards to work around”. Craftsman 2100 MAX PSI Electric Pressure Washer is the better match for “Cars and motorcycles are mostly what I wash” and “My surfaces are delicate”.
Where this comes from
This lines up the current strong and useful fit ratings for the exact products. It does not roll them into one overall score.
The catch
Craftsman 2100 MAX PSI Electric Pressure Washer
Depending on the fan tip, Car and Driver measured roughly 1600–1800 PSI. The headline claims 2100 PSI.
DeWalt 2100 PSI Electric Jobsite Pressure Washer
- Why pick it
- Your tools get stacked on garage shelves or in a truck.
- You want accessories stored inside the unit.
- The catch
- Some light-duty electrics you carry are lighter than its approximately 24-pound enclosed body.
Craftsman 2100 MAX PSI Electric Pressure Washer
- Why pick it
- Cars are what you mostly clean.
- Five tips in the box matter.
- The catch
- Depending on the fan tip, Car and Driver measured roughly 1600–1800 PSI. The headline claims 2100 PSI.
We may earn a commission from qualifying Amazon purchases. How we make money
What this page compares
Two electrics in the 2100-PSI-class go head to head on control around vehicles, storage, wheels, nozzles and jobsite durability.
This one comes down to storage and movement first, then to the limits of your own setup.
Which one fits
Pick the situations that sound like you
Room for storage is limited
Because the body is small, stackable or telescoping, it needs less room in a garage or apartment.
- DeWalt 2100 PSI Electric Jobsite Pressure Washer
- Better fit
- Craftsman 2100 MAX PSI Electric Pressure Washer
- Good
Cars and motorcycles are mostly what I wash
Compared with an aggressive gas setup, its controllable output and wider spray options are easier to hold at a paint-safe distance.
- DeWalt 2100 PSI Electric Jobsite Pressure Washer
- Good
- Craftsman 2100 MAX PSI Electric Pressure Washer
- Better fit
My surfaces are delicate
With several fan nozzles, modes or lower output, you can start gently and raise cleaning force only when the surface can take it.
- DeWalt 2100 PSI Electric Jobsite Pressure Washer
- Good
- Craftsman 2100 MAX PSI Electric Pressure Washer
- Better fit
I have obstacles and uneven yards to work around
The wheels and frame make it easier to pull between work zones than a carry-only or wall-mounted unit.
- DeWalt 2100 PSI Electric Jobsite Pressure Washer
- Better fit
- Craftsman 2100 MAX PSI Electric Pressure Washer
- Good
Quieter operation matters to me
Independent sound testing, or simply its electric drive, points to a meaningful noise advantage over typical gas machines.
- DeWalt 2100 PSI Electric Jobsite Pressure Washer
- Depends
- Craftsman 2100 MAX PSI Electric Pressure Washer
- Better fit
In practice
Differences you will notice
Where these two really part ways
DeWalt 2100 PSI Electric Jobsite Pressure Washer is the better match for “Room for storage is limited” and “I have obstacles and uneven yards to work around”. Craftsman 2100 MAX PSI Electric Pressure Washer is the better match for “Cars and motorcycles are mostly what I wash” and “My surfaces are delicate”.
How we worked this out
This lines up the current strong and useful fit ratings for the exact products. It does not roll them into one overall score.
These needs do not split the pair
Both meet the same 4 of the 4 needs this comparison is built around, so the choice comes down to “storage” and “movement”.
How we worked this out
Both products are checked against the same needs. The first verified differences still standing are named here.
Models that handle “Room for storage is limited” and “I have obstacles and uneven yards to work around”
6 of the 28 pressure washers checked handle both “Room for storage is limited” and “I have obstacles and uneven yards to work around”. Both make the cut.
How we worked this out
You can reproduce the count by filtering the current category for models with a strong or useful fit on both needs.
Option A
DeWalt, DWPW2100
2100 PSI Electric Jobsite Pressure Washer
Tough and compact, this electric can be stored lying flat or standing up. Its hose, cord, wand and tips all fit inside a frame made for the jobsite.
- Best for
- Sturdy storage that stacks
Facts we checked
- A 13-amp motor producing 2100 PSI and 1.2 GPM
- A 25-foot hose and 35-foot GFCI cord, with a machine weight of approximately 24 pounds
- Four nozzle types with onboard storage. The frame stores vertically or horizontally
Option B
Craftsman, CMEPW2100
2100 MAX PSI Electric Pressure Washer
Wheeled electric that works well around vehicles, with moderate tested output, five spray options and tidy onboard storage.
- Best for
- Cars plus a mix of light-duty jobs
Facts we checked
- The manufacturer rates it at 2100 max PSI and 1.2 GPM
- 10-inch wheels, a 25-foot kink-resistant hose and a 35-foot cord
- Five tips cover 15°, 25°, 40°, soap and turbo. Car and Driver measured 82 dBA
Spec by spec
Where they really differ
| Spec | DeWalt 2100 PSI Electric Jobsite Pressure Washer | Craftsman 2100 MAX PSI Electric Pressure Washer | In practice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Storage | Enclosed, vertical or horizontal | Open onboard T-rail organization | It changes how easy it is to put away between uses. |
| Movement | Compact carry frame | Ten-inch wheels | It counts if you plan to lift it, move it, travel with it or store it after every use. |
| Included tips | Four nozzle types | Five tips | Choose working parts that suit your material and your task. A component's name is no proof of a better result. |
Trade-offs
What each pick costs you
With DeWalt 2100 PSI Electric Jobsite Pressure Washer
- A 1.2 GPM rating caps how fast you can rinse a wide area, and you have to pack the enclosed storage with care for it to close properly.
With Craftsman 2100 MAX PSI Electric Pressure Washer
- At the 1.2 GPM class, it is easy to control around vehicles but slower on large concrete than high-flow electric or gas models.
By the numbers
What the data shows
What we found across the pressure washers we compare, plus the checked facts behind each finding.
How many fit
Only 6 of the 28 models checked meet every need here: “Room for storage is limited”, “Cars and motorcycles are mostly what I wash”, “My surfaces are delicate”, and “I have obstacles and uneven yards to work around”.
6 models fit, out of 28 checkedShow the facts and the math
How we countedThe count uses each product's current fit ratings for “Room for storage is limited”, “Cars and motorcycles are mostly what I wash”, “My surfaces are delicate”, and “I have obstacles and uneven yards to work around”. A need with no documented match is not counted.
| Product | Needs it meets | Facts we checked | Sources |
|---|---|---|---|
| DeWalt 2100 PSI Electric Jobsite Pressure Washer |
|
| |
| Craftsman 2100 MAX PSI Electric Pressure Washer |
|
|
Ready to buy
See today’s price and what owners say
Open either model on Amazon for the current price, customer reviews and delivery options.
DeWalt 2100 PSI Electric Jobsite Pressure Washer
Your tools get stacked on garage shelves or in a truck.
See price & reviews on AmazonCraftsman 2100 MAX PSI Electric Pressure Washer
Cars are what you mostly clean.
See price & reviews on AmazonEach link opens in a new tab.
We may earn a commission from qualifying Amazon purchases. How we make money