Pressure washers are probably one of the most variable machines out there. You can get different PSI's, different engine sizes, different attachments of all kinds, and not to mention brands... Here's some helpful tips:
A pressure washer's PSI (pounds per square inch) usually ranges anywhere from 500 PSI to 4000PSI. The lower range is not quite as powerful, and therefore won't have quite the cleaning power as an industrial grade 4000 PSI pressure washer.
While there is a plethora of options, the list can be narrowed down significantly by a simple question: What will you be washing? If you just want to use it to occasionally wash your car or bicycle, chances are you won't need a 4000 PSI capable pressure washer. You could settle for something as low as 500 PSI and to be safe, no higher than 2000 PSI. Now, if you needed to wash a concrete driveway, house, large machinery, etc, the higher range of power would be more suitable. The general PSI for consumer pressure washers is anywhere from 1500 to 2500 PSI, which should suit all your needs.
Once you've decided on your preferred range of water power, you should decide on the machine itself. The engine size and capability will invariably change with the change in PSI. Briggs and Stratton is a tried and true brand, so if you're going for a washer that lasts, that would be a good place to begin. Craftsman and Dewalt also have durable pressure washers as well.
Often, finding the right hose attachment/gun can be a hassle in itself, but thanks to recent ingenuity, that trouble can be put aside. Most guns now have adjustable angles and spread. If you wanted the most power out of your washer, you can also get a standard hose and gun and add a turbo nozzle. I've had much experience with these, and are definitely worth the buy for a 2000 PSI washer or above.
With all that in mind, picking the right machine for you should be a breeze!
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