The catch
Karcher K1800PS Cube Electric Pressure Washer
With a 20-foot hose and a cube you can only carry, it needs more repositioning than a wheeled model.
Side by side
Kärcher K1800PS Cube vs CRAFTSMAN CMEPW1700 compared: Kärcher switches with your foot and has a removable detergent tank
Quick verdict
K1800PS Cube is the pick if you want a foot-operated switch and a removable detergent tank. CMEPW1700 is the pick for a compact carry setup with simple onboard storage.
Before you buy
Why, and what it costs you
Decide where the machine will be placed
1.106-200.0 comes with 20 feet of pressure hose and CMEPW1700 with 20 feet. Before any compatible extension is added, the difference is 0 feet.
Where this comes from
Practical reach shrinks with hose routing, obstacles and safe placement, and the included pressure hose length difference = |20 - 20| feet.
The catch
Craftsman 1700 MAX PSI Electric Pressure Washer
Car and Driver recorded 89 dBA, which means small size doesn't make it one of the quieter electrics.
Karcher K1800PS Cube Electric Pressure Washer
- Why pick it
- You like a foot-operated power switch
- You want the detergent tank removable
- The catch
- With a 20-foot hose and a cube you can only carry, it needs more repositioning than a wheeled model.
Craftsman 1700 MAX PSI Electric Pressure Washer
- Why pick it
- You like the CRAFTSMAN carry format
- Light tasks call for a small washer
- The catch
- Car and Driver recorded 89 dBA, which means small size doesn't make it one of the quieter electrics.
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What this page compares
K1800PS Cube has a foot-operated switch and a removable detergent tank. CMEPW1700 fits a compact carry setup with simple onboard storage.
With Kärcher, the controls are part of the decision
Which one fits
Pick the situations that sound like you
You like a foot-operated power switch
Using the foot switch can mean less bending down at the machine. The removable 0.3-gallon detergent tank is a tangible convenience that goes beyond the small pressure difference.
- Karcher K1800PS Cube Electric Pressure Washer
- Better fit
- Craftsman 1700 MAX PSI Electric Pressure Washer
- Not suitable
You like the CRAFTSMAN carry format
A roughly 16-pound body, 20-foot hose and 35-foot cord suit a light-duty setup. Find out where the accessories are stored before you decide which shape fits your shelf.
- Karcher K1800PS Cube Electric Pressure Washer
- Depends
- Craftsman 1700 MAX PSI Electric Pressure Washer
- Better fit
Look at the whole setup
Each publishes 1.2 GPM and comes with a 20-foot hose. The headline gap of 100 PSI is small, and the ratings do not show a measurable winner on cleaning time.
- Karcher K1800PS Cube Electric Pressure Washer
- Depends
- Craftsman 1700 MAX PSI Electric Pressure Washer
- Depends
Hose reach and published flow come out even
Both K1800PS and CMEPW1700 come with 20 feet of hose and list 1.2 GPM, so controls, detergent handling and storage weigh more in the decision.
- Karcher K1800PS Cube Electric Pressure Washer
- Depends
- Craftsman 1700 MAX PSI Electric Pressure Washer
- Depends
In practice
Differences you will notice
Decide where the machine will be placed
1.106-200.0 comes with 20 feet of pressure hose and CMEPW1700 with 20 feet. Before any compatible extension is added, the difference is 0 feet.
How we worked this out
Practical reach shrinks with hose routing, obstacles and safe placement, and the included pressure hose length difference = |20 - 20| feet.
Tie pressure and flow to their stated conditions
On its stated rating basis, 1.106-200.0 lists 1800 PSI and 1.2 GPM, and CMEPW1700 lists 1700 PSI and 1.2 GPM. No timed cleaning winner follows from these figures.
How we worked this out
1.106-200.0: Manufacturer pressure and flow rating. CMEPW1700: Maximum pressure and published flow, without a matched working point. Pressure maxima, maximum flow and rated working points are kept separate. No combined cleaning score is calculated.
Hose reach and published flow come out even
Both K1800PS and CMEPW1700 come with 20 feet of hose and list 1.2 GPM, so controls, detergent handling and storage weigh more in the decision.
How we worked this out
The pressure headlines of 1800 versus 1700 PSI are not matched-test measurements. Hose 20 = 20 ft. Published flow 1.2 = 1.2 GPM.
Option A
Karcher, 1.106-200.0
K1800PS Cube Electric Pressure Washer
A cube-shaped washer you carry, with a foot power switch, a detergent tank and an open accessory bin. It is built for quick setup. Tidy hose management is not its focus.
- Best for
- Car care with an electric washer you can carry
Facts we checked
- A 13-amp motor delivers 1800 PSI and 1.2 GPM
- A removable 0.3-gallon detergent tank and a 20-foot pressure hose
- A foot-operated on/off switch, with the machine weighing approximately 16 pounds before accessories
Option B
Craftsman, CMEPW1700
1700 MAX PSI Electric Pressure Washer
A small washer you carry, made for apartments, cars and furniture. It suits people who care more about easy shelving than speed or covering wide areas.
- Best for
- Craftsman needing the least storage room
Facts we checked
- Manufacturer rating of 1700 max PSI and 1.2 GPM
- A 35-foot power cord and 20-foot pressure hose
- A carry-style body of roughly 16 pounds, with two included nozzles
Spec by spec
Where they really differ
| Spec | Karcher K1800PS Cube Electric Pressure Washer | Craftsman 1700 MAX PSI Electric Pressure Washer | In practice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power source | Corded electric | Corded electric | Factor fuel or electrical setup into the decision. |
| Pressure figure | 1800 PSI | 1700 PSI | Before comparing headline numbers, read the rating basis. |
| Published flow | 1.2 GPM | 1.2 GPM | The documented pressure and nozzle conditions determine flow. |
| Rating basis | Manufacturer pressure and flow rating | Maximum pressure and published flow, without a matched working point | Do not multiply separate maximum figures into a working-output score. |
| Included hose | 20 ft | 20 ft | Compatible fittings and pressure ratings are needed for extensions. |
| Machine format | Carry-style cube | Carry-style body | A small pressure gap can matter less than transport and installation. |
Trade-offs
What each pick costs you
With Karcher K1800PS Cube Electric Pressure Washer
- Independent testers found the cord and hose storage awkward, even though the open-bin layout is otherwise simple.
With Craftsman 1700 MAX PSI Electric Pressure Washer
- A 20-foot hose, few tips and a carry-only design all get in the way on patios and around bigger vehicles.
Decision guide
How to decide
Pick K1800PS Cube for its foot-operated switch and removable detergent tank. Pick CMEPW1700 for a compact carry setup with simple onboard storage.
With Kärcher, the controls are part of the decision
Using the foot switch can mean less bending down at the machine. The removable 0.3-gallon detergent tank is a tangible convenience that goes beyond the small pressure difference.
CRAFTSMAN stays with a compact carry design
A roughly 16-pound body, 20-foot hose and 35-foot cord suit a light-duty setup. Find out where the accessories are stored before you decide which shape fits your shelf.
Do not count on a big difference in output
Each publishes 1.2 GPM and comes with a 20-foot hose. The headline gap of 100 PSI is small, and the ratings do not show a measurable winner on cleaning time.
What this page can’t tell you
- These conclusions come from published specifications and the stated calculations. No hands-on performance test was involved.
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
This guide keeps all 28 models in play. The pick rests on the facts and trade-offs on this page.
28 models fit, out of 28 checkedShow the facts and the math
How we countedNo needs are preselected here. Open the matcher and add the ones that apply to your home, room or setup.
| Product | Needs it meets | Facts we checked | Sources |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karcher K1800PS Cube Electric Pressure Washer | None of these needs is a documented match |
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| Craftsman 1700 MAX PSI Electric Pressure Washer | None of these needs is a documented match |
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