AR Blue Clean AR390SS
#9 in ElectricFull review
A strong all round 2000 PSI washer with extra flow and a long hose for houses and driveways. Buy direct from AR Blue Clean.
AR Blue Clean $228$228
The AR Blue Clean AR390SS is the better pressure washer overall, rated 3.3 to 2.8. The AR Blue Clean AR390SS leads on value and hose. The AR Blue Clean AR390SS costs $125.10 less ($228 vs $353.10).
Karcher K5 Premium
#19 in ElectricFull review
A long lasting induction motor washer for regular car, deck and patio cleaning. Newer models give more pressure for the money.
Amazon $353.10$353.10
Prices were last checked October 31, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the AR Blue Clean AR390SS for value ($81.43 per 1,000 cleaning units ($228, 2,800) vs $126.11 per 1,000 cleaning units ($353.10, 2,800)) and hose (30 ft hose vs 25 ft hose).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every electric pressure washer; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | AR Blue Clean AR390SS | Karcher K5 Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 35% | 53 $81.43 per 1,000 cleaning units ($228, 2,800) | 19 $126.11 per 1,000 cleaning units ($353.10, 2,800) |
| Cleaning power 30% | 67 2,800 cleaning units (2,000 PSI x 1.4 GPM) | 67 2,800 cleaning units (2,000 PSI x 1.4 GPM) |
| Hose 10% | 67 30 ft hose | 33 25 ft hose |
| Warranty 25% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| AR Blue Clean AR390SS | Karcher K5 Premium | |
|---|---|---|
| Cleaning | ||
| Pressure | 2,000 PSI | 2,000 PSI |
| Flow | 1.4 GPM | 1.4 GPM |
| Cleaning units | 2,800 | 2,800 |
| Nozzles included | 4 | 2 |
| Detergent | Onboard tank | Onboard tank |
| Power | ||
| Power | Electric | Electric |
| Engine or motor | 14 A | - |
| Pump | Axial cam | - |
| Total stop | Yes | - |
| Build | ||
| Hose | 30 ft | 25 ft |
| Power cord | 35 ft | - |
| Weight | - | 28.9 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |