Is it time to buy a water blaster? Find the best one for you with our test results and buying guide. We’ve tested models from Masport, Stihl, Bosch and more.

Buy the best water blaster for your needs
We’ve tested a range of water blasters to find which ones clean the best and are easiest to use.
You can compare:
Cleaning
Ease of use
Predicted reliability
Brand satisfaction.
What you need to know when buying a water blaster
If you're thinking about buying a water blaster, here are some key features to consider:
Ease of use - are the spray settings easy to adjust? Could it be too heavy for you?
Water use - water blasters are good for using less water than a hose.
Find out about more features to consider in our buying guide.
Other gardening and outdoor tools
If you're looking for additional equipment to spruce up your outdoor space, we've also tested petrol, push and regular battery lawn mowers, plus line trimmers and robot lawn mowers.
Best retailer to buy hardware or garden equipment from

Many things can ruin a shopping experience – a pushy salesperson, the product you wanted not being in stock or having to pay more than you intended. We asked consumers to tell us who they think are the best and worst retailers.
How we test water blasters

We've tested a range of mains-electric and battery water blaster models that are available in New Zealand to see which ones clean the best.
Read our full guide to learn more about our testing process.






