Viper AS430C
#4 in 17 in and upFull review
A corded 17 in scrubber for floors near outlets, like kitchens, shops and small warehouses, where nobody wants to manage batteries.
Amazon $3,015$3,015
The Viper AS430C is the better floor scrubber overall, rated 3.6 to 3.1. The Viper AS430C leads on warranty. The Karhdir C5 18 in wins on value. The Karhdir C5 18 in costs $1,016 less ($1,999 vs $3,015).
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Karhdir C5 18 in
#8 in 17 in and upFull review
A budget 18 in battery scrubber with big tanks, for small warehouses, gyms and shops. Runtime is not published and the motor warranty is one year.
Amazon $1,999$1,999
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Viper AS430C for warranty (5-year parts warranty vs 1-year parts warranty).
- Choose the Karhdir C5 18 in for value ($111.06 per inch of path ($1,999, 18 in) vs $177.35 per inch of path ($3,015, 17 in)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 17 in and up floor scrubber; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Viper AS430C | Karhdir C5 18 in |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 43 $177.35 per inch of path ($3,015, 17 in) | 68 $111.06 per inch of path ($1,999, 18 in) |
| Cleaning path 20% | 46 17 in cleaning path | 54 18 in cleaning path |
| Recovery tank 15% | 95 13 gal recovery tank | 89 11 gal recovery tank |
| Runtime 15% | 50 corded, 66 ft cord, scored as the middle | 0 battery runtime not published, scored as zero |
| Noise 5% | 20 72 dB(A) | 50 sound level not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 15% | 100 5-year parts warranty | 0 1-year parts warranty |
Specifications
| Viper AS430C | Karhdir C5 18 in | |
|---|---|---|
| Cleaning | ||
| Cleaning path | 17 in | 18 in |
| Squeegee width | 28.7 in | 24 in |
| Brush type | Disc | - |
| Brush speed | 160 rpm | 200 rpm |
| Brush pressure | 77 lb | - |
| Maker productivity claim (not scored) | 17,222 sq ft/h | 24,000 sq ft/h |
| Tanks | ||
| Solution tank | 13 gal | 10 gal |
| Recovery tank | 13 gal | 11 gal |
| Power | ||
| Power | Corded | Battery |
| Cord length | 66 ft | - |
| Build | ||
| Noise | 72 dB(A) | - |
| Weight | 154 lb | 166 lb |
| Parts warranty | 5 years | 1 year |
| Labor warranty | 2 years | - |