Upholstery cleaning works really well - you don't need any practice to use the nozzles. Filling, emptying and tank cleaning are quick and uncomplicated. However, with a battery and charger, the vacuum cleaner costs almost as much as a corded model, with which you don't have to pause to recharge.
Very good92/100
Heimwerker PraxisSingle testReleaseAugust 2023
Easy handling
mobile
The SE 3-18 Compact cordless washing vacuum cleaner from Kärcher is a real "must have" for anyone who wants to clean textiles that do not fit in the washing machine. For example, garden furniture seats, car seats or carpets, this is possible with the washing vacuum. Thanks to its rechargeable battery technology, it does not matter whether there is a power connection nearby...
Very good100/100
selbst ist der MannSingle testReleaseJuly 2023
Very handy device
Only about 3.5 kg light (with battery and water filling approx. 6 kg)
Convincing cleaning performance with warm water and carpet cleaner
Clean emptying of the dirty water tank and self-cleaning function
So far, washing vacuums for textiles (note: wet/dry vacuums are also often referred to as washing vacuums) have been known exclusively as mains-operated devices. With the SE 3-18 Compact (price from approx. 160 euros without battery and charger), Kärcher now has a cordless version on sale that is light and compact and can also be used away from power sockets, for example for garden cushions, car seats,...
