The Stihl RE 90 is an electric pressure washer offering a maximum water pressure of 1800 PSI and flow of 1.2 GPM. (Read full specs)
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Features and Specifications
| Fuel | Electric |
|---|---|
| Handling | Portable |
| Water | Cold (104°F max.) |
| PSI | 1800 |
| GPM | 1.2 |
| Cleaning Units | 2160 |
| Motor | 13 amp, universal |
| Pump | Axial |
| Frame | Plastic |
|---|---|
| Soap injection | Via foam cannon |
| Soap dilution | No |
| Nozzles | Fan jet, Rotary |
| Onboard storage | Yes |
| Hose | 19 ft |
| Hose storage | Hooks |
| Dimensions (D x W x H) | Approx. 13.3 x 11.4 x 33.9 in |
|---|---|
| Weight | 23.4 lbs |
| Pressure control | Via fan-jet nozzle |
| Wheels | 2 wheels, solid |
| Included accessories | Wand, spray gun, high pressure hose, foam cannon, 35 ft GFCI power cord, 2 nozzles |
| Security | Trigger lock |
| Warranty | 2 years |
| UPC | 886661315048 |
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Description
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The Stihl RE 90 is a light duty pressure washer, that provides its users with an all-around versatile cleaning experience, and enables:
- precise spot cleaning of hard, unpainted surfaces, reaching elevated areas, and effectively removing stubborn stains
- applying detergents or chemicals, and rinsing surfaces afterward
Its power characteristics and design, its main features and all its additional features are presented ahead.
Power
The Stihl RE 90
Utilizing a 13-amp universal motor, this machine's axial pump can deliver a pressure of 1800 PSI (around 30 times stronger than a standard garden hose) and a flow rate of up to 1.2 GPM (values claimed by the manufacturer). Thus, the Stihl RE 90 achieves a cleaning power of 2160 Cleaning Units.
The RE 90, an electric washer, gets going swiftly with a simple ON/OFF switch, making startup hassle-free. The unit is ready-to-use with peace of mind, thanks to the included 35 ft GFCI cord.
Design & Handling
Featuring a portable design and approximate dimensions of D13.3 x W11.4 x H33.9 in, the Stihl RE 90 underscores its dedication to mobility. The handle adds to the RE 90 convenience of transport.
At just 23.4 lbs, this unit is incredibly lightweight, ensuring hassle-free mobility wherever you need it. This is, in part, thanks to its plastic frame, which allows it to remain as lightweight as possible. Complementing its lightweight frame, two solid wheels are integrated, facilitating effortless transportation.
Main Features
The Stihl RE 90
The Stihl RE 90 comes with a spray gun, a wand, a pressure hose, 2 nozzles and a detergent addition feature, which are detailed below.
- Soap addition: Detergent is added to the water at the exit, by attaching the included foam cannon to the end of the wand. The Stihl RE 90 is not equipped with a soap dilution mechanism, and thus, it is up to the user to ensure the detergent’s correct dilution ratio when using it.
- Pressure hose: With a set of convenient hooks, the unit offers a practical solution for maintaining workspace order, allowing the included 19 ft high-pressure hose to be neatly stored when idle.
- Spray gun and wand: The included classic ergonomic spray gun and its wand can be easily stored in a side hook.
- Nozzle: 2 nozzles are included. The rotary-jet nozzle can be used to remove stubborn dirt, while the fan-jet nozzle is suitable for cleaning larger surfaces.
Other Features
Some of the included accessories
- Onboard storage: Stay prepared for any job with Stihl RE 90's handy storage area, which allows you to neatly store any nozzles and accessories which you may need for the job.
- Pressure control: Water pressure can be manually changed, by rotating the fan-jet nozzle.
- Safety: Safety of operation is enhanced by a trigger lock mechanism (which prevents accidental operation).
- Accessories: Besides the usual owner's manual (opens in a new tab) and documentation to get you promptly started, the Stihl RE 90 comes with pressure hose, power cord, spray gun, foam cannon (to add cleaning solutions to the water) and wand.
Product Videos
The Stihl RE 90's performance versus other pressure washers
The following charts are provided to give you an idea of how the key specs of the Stihl RE 90 compare to similarly priced pressure washers.
- The Stihl RE 90, boasting 1800 PSI, achieves a lower pressure compared to other electric pressure washers in the $195-255 price bracket. If your priority is the highest possible power of the water stream, in this price range, we suggest checking out the Westinghouse WPX2700e, which reaches up to 2700 PSI.
- This washer, with a GPM of 1.2 (gallons per minute) has a somewhat lower water flow value compared to devices in its price range. In case you are looking for a device which can most efficiently rinse away debris in the current price range, the Westinghouse WPX2700e has the highest GPM of 1.76.
- Amongst similarly priced electric devices, the 2160 Cleaning Units (PSI X GPM) of the RE 90 rank as low. When considering the importance of superior cleaning power, the AR Blue Clean AR383 stands out with its 2850 Cleaning Units, boasting one of the highest cleaning efficiencies among similarly priced units.
Price comparison
As you can see from these interactive charts, when compared to other electric washers between 2000 and 2500 Cleaning Units, the Stihl RE 90 is on the average side of the price range.
Therefore, this pressure washer nicely fits in the expected budget for this kind of cleaning power.
The bottom line
- In the expected price range
- Portable
- Onboard storage
- No detergent dilution mechanism
- Low PSI for the price
- Low GPM for the price
- Low CU for the price
About Stihl
Since revolutionizing the forestry industry in 1926 with the invention of the first two-person electric chainsaw, STIHL has become one of the top-selling brands of outdoor power equipment in the US and around the world. Their ever-growing product line includes gas-powered, corded-electric and battery products. Made in the USA and in China by over 2,000 dedicated employees at their state-of-the-art, dedicated, manufacturing facilities in Virginia Beach, VA, and in Qingdao, STIHL products are sold by local, authorized dealers in over 80 countries.
Warranty Information
The Stihl RE 90 is covered under a warranty for up to 2 years. This warranty may be limited and may not cover all parts of the unit.
For more information about the warranty of Stihl pressure washers, please consult Stihl's warranty policies (opens in a new tab). Alternatively, you can also contact their Customer Support: 1-800-467-8445.
