I gave my outdoor space a quick glow up with this budget pressure washer – it's perfect for tackling fences, garden furniture and more

Dragging a regular pressure washer out of the shed, finding the outdoor extension cord, and connecting up hoses can feel like too much effort, especially if you only need it for five minutes. Enter the Flymo EasiClean Li Plus pressure washer, with its battery-powered, portable design and user-friendly features.

This lightweight unit promises medium-pressure cleaning without the hassle of cords, making it a speedier solution for smaller outdoor cleaning tasks like refreshing garden furniture, de-mudding the kids’ bikes, and cleaning the car. It won’t take up much storage space and has one or two nice details—like a soap dispenser and extra nozzles onboard—that make it feel like a premium piece of kit.

I’ve tested several of the best pressure washers for Ideal Home over the years, but never a cordless option. I’ve always favoured the big-hitting, high-pressure models like Stihl’s RE120 Plus, which is man enough to tackle my generous gardens/patio in deepest Devon. When I first tested Flymo’s EasiClean Li Plus cordless pressure washer one spring weekend, I wasn’t convinced it would be the type of product that could ever earn a spot in my garden shed.

Keep reading to see if it proved me wrong…

In a nutshell

If you’re fed up with wrestling a bulky, corded pressure washer that takes longer to set up than it does to clean a small area, the Flymo EasiClean Li Plus pressure washer could be for you. This compact, cordless unit comes with an 18V battery, a collapsible 20L water tank, and all the nozzles you’ll need, making it ideal for quick outdoor chores like refreshing garden furniture, removing algae, and giving the car a spruce-up.

But while the Flymo EasiClean Li Plus excels in portability and ease of use, it’s important to remember it’s built (and specifically intended) for medium-pressure cleaning, which means it may well disappoint if you ask it to punch above its weight. Its maximum 24 bar pressure and limited battery life of 30 minutes (on a good day) mean that hardcore cleaning jobs might still see you reaching for the mains-powered washer.

Overall, at just under £150, it’s sturdily built and packs plenty of neat features (LED power level indicator, soap dispenser, 5m hose, three nozzles, two lance lengths), making it a great buy for light cleaning tasks.

Flymo EasiClean Li Plus pressure washer product specs

• Model number: 967982901
• Dimensions: L39/72cm x W8cm x H18cm
• Battery: 18V/2Ah
• Weight: 1.5kg
• Pressure (max): 24 Bar
• Flow rate (max): 200 L/H
• Battery run time: 12-30min
• Charge time: 2-3 hours
• Number of nozzles: 3
• Power levels: 3
• Accessories: Soap dispenser, 5m hose, 20L collapsible water tank

Unboxing the Flymo EasiClean Li Plus pressure washer

The Flymo EasiClean Li Plus landed on my doorstep in a compact box (L56cm x W16cm x H20cm) sporting the brand’s signature orange and black print. Inside, the packaging was predominantly heavy-duty cardboard, which can be widely recycled, and not an inch of space was wasted.

As well as the main unit and lance extension, it comes with a battery charger, rubber-covered battery, small foam dispenser, 5m hose with clip and filter, 20L collapsible water tank and three nozzle attachments with spray angles of 0°, 15° and 40° printed clearly on their sides. There’s also a paper operator’s manual, with diagrams and written instructions, covering assembly, operation and storage.

My first impression of the design was that it was neat, if unremarkable, and I liked that the spare nozzles clip under the unit, making it easy to switch them out on the go. Construction felt solid, and there was a reassuring amount of metal involved – some cheaper pressure washers use plastic throughout, which can lead to dodgy connections.

The mechanism for switching the nozzles is especially smooth, easy and they feel securely attached. It involves pulling down a metal coupling ring, attaching the required nozzle then releasing the coupling ring to lock into place, and it can be done comfortably once you get the hang of the action.

I loved how lightweight it felt, even once the battery was charged and loaded on. It was a similar size and shape to my daughters’ super-soaker water pistol (but less garish!), and the trigger handle felt ergonomic in my hand.

There is a standard Hozelock-style connector for a mains garden hose, but you can also attach the portable hose and use it with the supplied water bag, bucket or even a freshwater stream/water butt with the suction filter attached. This would be handy for taking it out and about, or if you live in an apartment and don’t have access to a garden hose.

Who will the Flymo EasiClean Li Plus pressure washer suit?

I can imagine two types of users who would really benefit from bagging one of these. First up, those who have no need for a high-pressure washer because they only have occasional, low-intensity outdoor cleaning needs. I’m thinking washing algae off the doorstep, patio furniture a good clean, blitzing mud from trail bikes etc.

Then there could be those, like me, who have a high-pressure washer that they bring out for the serious, more extensive cleaning projects – like blasting winter grime off patio slabs and decking, for example. But who also has plenty of smaller cleaning tasks that would be quicker and easier to achieve with a cordless like this?

The only people I don’t think it will suit are those who only want/need hardcore high-pressure cleaning. Flymo market it as a medium-pressure machine, and that’s exactly what it is!

Using the Flymo EasiClean Li Plus pressure washer

Once I’d loaded in the battery, inserted a nozzle and connected the garden hose, I was ready to roll. To start the Flymo EasiClean Li Plus you have to press in the starting lockout button (a safety feature in the top that stops it being activated accidentally) and then squeeze the main start lever in the handle. So simple, and a process that you’ll probably be familiar with if you have a cordless lawnmower or hedge-trimmer.

You do have to keep the lever handle compressed, as it turns off automatically when released, which could result in hand fatigue…if the battery lasted longer. As I only had a maximum of 30 minutes of battery use at a time, I never found that a problem! There’s a battery status indicator in the main unit that flashes when you’re about to run out of juice.

There’s a button on the top that allows you to dial down the pressure – from a starting point of 24 bar, down to 9 bar, but, as I was testing in spring when none of the winter grime had been dealt with, I tended to need the 24-bar setting for all the tasks I wanted to complete.

I started by having a little play with the three interchangeable nozzles that let me adjust the spray angle for different tasks. As you’d expect, the really sharp 0° nozzle felt like it delivered the best pressure, but as it only covers a tiny area, you’d really only want to use it for very small stains. I generally found the 15° nozzle the most useful, only changing to the 40° nozzle for rinsing the soap off my car.

Flymo EasiClean Li Plus cordless pressure washer's performance

Natural stone patio

As this was the first (and often only if I am honest) clean of the season, our limestone patio slabs were in an absolute state – we’re talking a winter’s worth of bird poop, tree algae, black mildew patches and moss growing where it shouldn’t be.

After exactly 14 minutes of pressure washing at the highest 24 bar setting, they didn’t look a lot better. I managed to get some of the moss out, and the green algae came off OK, but the black mildew and bird damage were stubbornly staying put.

It’s a large area and I wasn’t expecting to cover it, but I didn’t get one slab properly clean. There simply isn’t enough power. I used the 0° nozzle to write on one of the dirtiest slabs, to demonstrate the improved power, but it would have taken far too long to clean the entire 10m-long patio with this pencil-width stream, so I gave up and left it for another day when I had time to get out the mains powered washer!

Window frames

The outside of our extension has dark window frames that, because they’re south-facing, really show the dirt and dust. A quick blitz with this medium-pressure washer was much speedier than my usual manual wipe-down with a damp cloth and more fun!

I was slightly perturbed that the pressure wasn’t strong enough to blow away the cobwebs (although they do have a tensile strength to rival steel, so don’t feel too bad, Flymo), but it did do a good job at removing a winter’s worth of dust.

Garden fencing

Now, this task proved much more satisfying. Our garden is surrounded by fir trees, which means that the North-facing (ie dark) side of our driveway fencing, plus lots of other surfaces, gets coated in a slimy, green film of algae over the winter months.

I dare not use our high-pressure washing on the fencing because it’s painted timber and the paint strips of,f but the medium pressure of the Flymo EasiClean Li Plus proved perfect – clearing off the algae without wrecking the paintwork.

After tinkering with the pressure settings, I found I did need the highest setting for the greenery to go away, which, of course, meant I ran out of battery juice before the job was done. I think if I were to buy this model, I’d invest in at least one spare battery.

Old water pump

For this little test, I decided to use the collapsible water bucket to see how useful it was to be fully portable and also because I don’t have an outdoor tap on that side of the house. So, actually, it was very handy. Although most pressure washers I’ve tested are fine to take water from a bucket rather than a hose, they drain them incredibly quickly.

Anyway, this job was another algae removal task – the old well pump that’s randomly attached to the front of our Victorian house was long overdue for its annual refresh. Again, I needed the highest pressure setting and, although it did remove about 80% of the gunk, I couldn’t get it as clean as I usually can with our mains powered machine. On the plus side, I didn’t run out of battery and only had to refill the 20L water bucket once.

Car

My final test was washing my car, which gets very dirty on the country lanes around Devon, although the weather has been kind, so it was much cleaner than usual. This time I took the opportunity to test the foam dispenser, which was a total fail.

I filled the foam bottle with car shampoo and a little water, then attached it to the pressure washer without the extension wand, as per instructions. I dialled the soap level button on top to minimum and barely anything came out, but even when I turned it up to maximum, the foaming situation was truly pitiful, and I abandoned the idea.

Cracking on with the cleaning, I tried all three nozzles and power settings, but it didn’t really shift the dirt, especially around the wheel arches and side trim, which is where it’s dirtiest.

Even with my high-pressure machine, I use a soft microfibre type brush to get rid of those muddy streaks that always seem to come back once the car has dried but I’d say the Flymo EasiClean Li Plus wasn’t much of an improvement on what I can achieve with a brush and our regular garden hose. I’d rate it good enough for a quick dust down, but this is not the machine for a proper valet. The guys at our local carwash needn’t lose any sleep…

On the upside, I managed to get all the way around (my medium-sized car) in 20 minutes, which meant I did it in a single charge – woop!

What's it like to clean?

I found that the Flymo EasiClean Li Plus was a cinch to clean and maintain. There are a few little “must-dos” to help keep it in tip-top condition. For example, make sure the water container and hose are properly emptied after use to prevent stagnant water buildup.

Cleaning the nozzles was just as simple – they just need rinsing under warm water, and you may occasionally need to use a soft brush to clear away stubborn deposits, but I didn’t feel the need. There’s also a filter in the part where you connect the garden hose, which screws out easily and again just needs the occasional rinse.

As this is a small garden tool, storage was super easy. I just popped it on a coat hook in our shed, wrapping the hose around it (and making sure the water had all drained out). I liked that the nozzles stay safely together on the unit.

How does it rate online?

I checked out user reviews from verified customers on sites like Amazon and AO.com and wasn’t surprised to discover the Flymo EasiClean Li Plus was widely praised for its portability, ease of use, and convenience.

Many reviewers appreciate its lightweight design and cordless functionality – there are loads of comments about what a doddle it is to set up and get going, too. In general, it seems very popular among casual users looking for a low-key cleaning solution.

The main recurring concern was regarding the battery life and the water capacity of the collapsible bag supplied. A lot of people grumbled about the fact they only had 15 minutes or so of cleaning time and often ran out of battery power before completing a task – washing the car was mentioned most frequently. Plus, there was plenty of moaning about how quickly the water runs out if you’re not connecting to a mains hose – meaning lots of refills to get the job done.

Cleaning and storing the Flymo EasiClean Li Plus pressure washer

I found that the Flymo EasiClean Li Plus was a cinch to clean and maintain. There are a few little “must-dos” to help keep it in tip-top condition. For example, make sure the water container and hose are properly emptied after use to prevent stagnant water buildup.

Cleaning the nozzles was just as simple – they just need rinsing under warm water, and you may occasionally need to use a soft brush to clear away stubborn deposits, but I didn’t feel the need. There’s also a filter in the part where you connect the garden hose, which screws out easily and again just needs the occasional rinse.

As this is a small garden tool, storage was super easy. I just popped it on a coat hook in our shed, wrapping the hose around it (and making sure the water had all drained out). I liked that the nozzles stay safely together on the unit.

Should you buy the Flymo EasiClean Li Plus pressure washer?

The Flymo EasiClean Li Plus is a compact cordless pressure washer focusing on convenience and portability. It’s solidly built and feels like it will last a good few years, making it an attractive proposition for anyone seeking a handy, lightweight machine for light to moderate cleaning tasks. Priced just shy of £150, it has decent features, like an 18V battery that’s compatible with a wide range of Flymo products, plus adjustable power and three-nozzle attachments.

The main selling point of this model is its portability, which anyone without outdoor power or a long enough garden hose will really appreciate. And if your only alternative is a bucket and scrubbing brush, you should absolutely buy the Flymo EasiClean Li Plus. I’d also say its portability appeals from a low-effort angle.

No plugging and connecting and dragging around on wheels, makes it a far more appealing option than a heavy-weight machine if the task you’re facing isn’t desperately dirty or going to take more than 20 minutes. However, with a maximum pressure of 20 bar, it’s not up to heavy-duty cleaning jobs. For those, you’ll need a more powerful high-pressure washer.

How does it compare to similar pressure washers?

The Flymo EasiClean Li Plus doesn’t feel like a huge step up from its more basic sibling, the Flymo EasiClean Li. As far as I can tell, the Plus model benefits from the soap dispenser (which I didn’t rate) and collapsible bucket, but otherwise, they’re the same beast. Saying that, if you buy from Amazon, there’s currently only a couple of pounds between them, so you may as well go for the Plus.

When comparing it to other cordless models, such as the Worx WG620E.2 Cordless Hydroshot and the Ryobi RY18PW22A-0 18V ONE Cordless, I felt the Flymo EasiClean Li Plus held its own. The Worx Hydroshot, for instance, has two extra pressure settings and is about £50-£60 cheaper but just a teeny bit heavier and not as good looking! It also lacks Flymo’s battery-level indicator. On the other hand, the Ryobi model has a longer lance and longer hose for better reach, but it is slightly lower pressure at 22 bar max, which is not something you can afford to compromise when comparing any cordless pressure washer.

About the review, and our reviewer

Linda Clayton

Linda Clayton is a freelance interiors journalist specialising in interior design and home and garden tech.

She is a serial renovator, currently on her fourth project, and has tested many home appliances, DIY tools, garden equipment and mattresses in the last 20+ years.

Linda Clayton tested the Flymo EasiClean Li Plus cordless pressure washer at her family home in Devon over a sunny spring weekend, cleaning the patio, window frames, garden ornaments, and car.

She even took it to the forest so she could hose her dog Milo off before he got back in the car after a particularly muddy walk – on the lowest power setting, of course!