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 and its 1800 PSI, ranks amongst electric pressure washers with a comparably low pressure output, considering the units that cost between $195 and $255. In case you are looking for a device with the highest possible power of its water stream, one of the top achievers in this price range is the Greenworks GPW3000 with a PSI of 3000.
- In the aforementioned price range, this washer, with 1.2 GPM (gallons per minute), is placed on the lower end of the GPM scale. If rinsing away debris most efficiently is your priority, one of the devices with the highest GPM in this price range is the Greenworks GPW3000, which can reach up to 2 GPM.
- The RE 90 ranks as below average in terms of Cleaning Units, compared to electric devices in its price range, reaching only a value of 2160 CU (PSI X GPM). In case you are looking for the highest overall cleaning power, in this price range, one of the current champions is the Greenworks GPW3000 and its 3300 Cleaning 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.
