Then consult our pressure washer buying guide for advice on whether to choose a gas-powered, electric, or battery-operated model—or no pressure washer at all. (Not all surfaces are safe to clean ...

A few battery-powered models perform well, too. But there’s a catch: Most of these pressure washers lack the power generated by gas models, so tasks may take a bit longer.

The best pressure washers combine power, precision and versatility to tackle everything from driveways to patio furniture.

For example, a 20V DeWalt pressure washer battery will typically work with other 20V DeWalt tools, and the same applies to brands like Worx, EGO, and Greenworks.

However, a pressure washer requires more hands-on time than other Ryobi power tools, most of which only need a charged battery to use. Out of the box, pressure washers require an initial setup.

These days, many electric pressure washers, which you plug into an outlet, can clean as well as gas-powered models. We’re starting to see more battery-powered models perform well, too.