Consumer Pressure Washers Market Size & Industry Share - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2023 - 2030)

Based on the Power Source Type:

The power source type segment is categorized into electric-based, gas-based, and fuel-based. In 2022, the electric-based segment accounted for the highest consumer pressure washers market share of 41.95% in the market and is also anticipated to grow at the fastest CAGR over the forecast period. Assessment of market trends suggest that this pressure washer's category has a high adoption rate and is mostly preferred by consumers, mainly in the residential market, because of its characteristics such as light-weightiness and durability. Moreover, it requires less maintenance and no need for frequent fuel replacement. Thus, aforementioned reasons are responsible for domination of segment in the market.

Based on the Pressure Type :

The pressure type segment is categorized into Handheld, Medium, Large, and X-Large. In 2022, the handheld segment accounted for the highest consumer pressure washers market share. Handheld pressure washers are particularly ideal for consumers that need the minimum amount of pressure and time possible. It is an ideal choice for the 'do-it-yourselfers' to use around a home or workshop. Moreover, it is perfect to use for around 2-5 hours per week and can be used to clean decks, patio furniture, gutters, siding, and vehicles. Analysis of market trends concludes that most people preferred this type of pressure washer which prominently drove the consumer pressure washers market growth in 2022.

However, the large segment is anticipated to grow at a fastest CAGR during the forecast period. A heavy-duty or industrial-duty pressure washer is majorly used for 20 to 30 (or more) hours of usage per week. It is particularly used for concrete and brickwork, large deck and surface restoration, equipment cleaning, paint preparation, and tough mold and mildew removal. Thus, the segment is likely to grow at the fastest CAGR over the forecast period.

Based on the Water Temperature

The water temperature segment is categorized into cold, and hot. In 2022, the cold segment accounted for the highest market share in the market. Pressure washers that use cold water are well suited for cleaning dried. This type of pressure washer performs as effectively as a hot water pressure washer to clean a surface. Moreover, these are made to be used regularly in industrial and commercial settings. It is largely used for general-purpose such as facility maintenance, hazardous material cleanup, and automotive work, among others. Thus, the segment dominated the market in terms of revenue in 2022.

However, the hot segment is anticipated to grow at a fastest CAGR during the forecast period. In this type, hot water is used with power washers for the toughest cleaning jobs. As, it is more effective as compared to cold water for removing mud, grime, and other stubborn stains. Examination of market trends conclude that hot water pressure washers are largely used in the food services, trucking, construction, and automotive industries. Thus, the segment is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR over the forecast period.

Based on the Mobility :

The mobility segment is categorized into portable, and stationary. In 2022, the portable segment accounted for the highest market share in the overall consumer pressure washers market. The growth of the segment is due to the portability of the washers that helps to fulfill the requirement of cleaning floors as well as objects. These types of pressure washers are compact and can be carried at the needed places for the cleaning of the equipment's machines, vehicles, and tools thus letting users avail opportunities for product usage in remote places. Moreover, these pressure washers are convenient for storage as require small space. It is largely used by residential as well as commercial applications.

However, the stationary segment is anticipated to grow at the fastest CAGR during the forecast period. A permanently installed stationary pressure washer can be an even better value in several applications. These types of pressure washers are built for applications where mobility is not required. It is largely used in wash bays, golf courses, municipalities, and restaurants. Therefore, the segment is likely to grow at the fastest CAGR over the forecast period.

Based on the Application :

The application segment is categorized into residential, commercial, agricultural, and industrial. In 2022, the commercial segment accounted for the highest market share in the overall consumer pressure washers market. This is attributed to the growing construction activities in the region such as Asia Pacific are the major factor for the use of pressure washers at construction sites. Additionally, the governments of several countries are largely investing in the expansion as well as the development of the commercial infrastructure, which also led to the high consumer pressure washers market growth in 2022.

The consumer pressure washers market analysis concluded that the residential segment is anticipated to grow at the fastest CAGR during the forecast period. Increasing urbanization along with growing disposable income among consumers across several regions such as North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific is the factors that are likely to drive the segment demand over the forecast period. Increasing demand for washing machines in developing countries including China, India, and Brazil is also anticipated to drive segment demand over the forecast period.

Based on the Distribution Channel :

The distribution channel segment is categorized into online and offline. In 2022, the offline segment accounted for the highest market share in the overall consumer pressure washers market. The major reason behind segment growth is strategic collaboration and partnerships between vendors and retail chains of industrial machines are being formed.

The consumer pressure washers market analysis concluded that the online segment is anticipated to grow at the fastest CAGR during the forecast period. Time saving and convenience are the major factors for the growth of the online segment. Moreover, consumers get a wide variety of products online according to their requirements. It majorly allows consumers to select from a variety of models after comparing the finish, price of the product, and features. Additionally, to attract customers various e-retailers and marketers offer discounts to the customers. Thus, it is expected that the online segment will grow at the fastest CAGR over the forecast period.

Based on the Region :

The regional segment includes North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Africa, and Latin America.

In 2022, North America accounted for the highest market share of 38.50% and was valued at USD 469.83 million and is expected to reach USD 642.03 million in 2030. This is due to the increased use of pressure washers in industrial, commercial, as well as residential cleaning applications such as car washing, grill washing, and others. This is further supported by the high consumer disposable incomes in the region. The research attributes the huge U.S. market to people's spending power on convenience as well as leisure products. North America's car wash industry expanded owing to due to the different packages and deals car washing industry offer to reward regular members. Analysis of consumer pressure washers market trends concludes that the above mentioned factors led to the region's dominance in the global market.

Moreover, Asia Pacific is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR of 4.9% during the forecast period due to the growing demand from developing nations such as India and China. The consumer pressure washers market analysis indicated that various factors including rising disposable incomes, changing lifestyles, and developing industrialization, are driving the regional market growth.