Karcher K3 Power Control
#4 in ElectricFull review
A light, easy to control washer for cars, bikes and patios with a pressure display on the gun. A good pick for apartment and small home owners.
Amazon $175.99 Karcher $139.99$139.99
The Karcher K3 Power Control is the better pressure washer overall, rated 3.5 to 3.0. The Karcher K3 Power Control leads on value and cleaning power. The Craftsman CMEPW1900 wins on warranty. The Karcher K3 Power Control costs $49.01 less ($139.99 vs $189).
Craftsman CMEPW1900
#15 in ElectricFull review
A well organized, certified 1900 PSI washer for cars, decks and patios. Similar money buys 2000 PSI elsewhere.
Amazon $189$189
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 Karcher K3 Power Control for value ($53.64 per 1,000 cleaning units ($139.99, 2,610) vs $82.89 per 1,000 cleaning units ($189, 2,280)) and cleaning power (2,610 cleaning units (1,800 PSI x 1.4 GPM) vs 2,280 cleaning units (1,900 PSI x 1.2 GPM)).
- Choose the Craftsman CMEPW1900 for warranty (3-year warranty vs 2-year warranty).
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 | Karcher K3 Power Control | Craftsman CMEPW1900 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 35% | 86 $53.64 per 1,000 cleaning units ($139.99, 2,610) | 52 $82.89 per 1,000 cleaning units ($189, 2,280) |
| Cleaning power 30% | 54 2,610 cleaning units (1,800 PSI x 1.4 GPM) | 32 2,280 cleaning units (1,900 PSI x 1.2 GPM) |
| Hose 10% | 33 25 ft hose | 33 25 ft hose |
| Warranty 25% | 25 2-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Karcher K3 Power Control | Craftsman CMEPW1900 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cleaning | ||
| Pressure | 1,800 PSI | 1,900 PSI |
| Flow | 1.4 GPM | 1.2 GPM |
| Cleaning units | 2,610 | 2,280 |
| Nozzles included | 2 | 3 |
| Detergent | Onboard tank | Onboard tank |
| Power | ||
| Power | Electric | Electric |
| Engine or motor | - | 13 A |
| Build | ||
| Hose | 25 ft | 25 ft |
| Power cord | - | 35 ft |
| Weight | 12.1 lb | 29.2 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years |
| Released | - | 2020-09-15 |