Sorry guys I miss spoke. The 2.0 is an 8% increase over the VE 52. On the box it says this unit is 20% more effective at cleaning than standard consumer grade pressure washers. sorry for the mistake.

@annagraham6204

Жыл бұрын

This is why I trust you and think your channel is about 30% better than the rest:) Haha. Thanks for the correction. Honest mistake vs intentional deception.

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

Haha thank you

Thanks for explaining the gpm vs psi background! You’re the first person to take the time to do that from what I can tell. I want a multi purpose unit - clean my cars and keep my deck/driveway clean.

@StaySlick

8 ай бұрын

Not a problem glad to help.

I got it and it's an amazing tool. Absolutely love it.

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

Ya it’s great so far man

Good video and honest thoughts. Much appreciated.

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

Thank you brother.

Preciate the video answered questions I had in mind and wanted to know before buying it.

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

Glad to help brother

Thanks for the video. You definitely made up my mind I was gone get the Active 2.0 but I heard all the same issues your having. Thanks for being honest Definitely getting the Kranzle k1322 or k1622. Quietness is key around my area .

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

🤙🏽

Another reliable breakdown! I may have misheard but I believe the rep from active said it’s an 8% performance increase over the VE 52. Thanks Gary:)

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

I do believe that’s true. I misspoke it says a 20% more effective clean over standard consumer pressure washers.

Great review brother.

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

Thank you bro

I was thinking of upgrading to the active 2.0 but after reading and the reviews I going to pause!

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

I’ve never had any issues with mine. I use it everyday multiple hours a day.

Great video

great video! thanks!

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏼

I've been using the Ryobi for years now and I've never had huge issues. I love it. I don't see the need for a more expensive unit as you said I can find this one everywhere so if it breaks I'll just go buy another one asap. It works great with my upgrades and has decent output. For sure it won't outlast or out perform a more expensive unit such as an AR unit or the Kranzle units however for the price and what I use it for I'm just fine.

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely. Agreed.

@chodkowski01

9 ай бұрын

You can buy the ryobi for $88 dollars. Think about how many ryobi’s you can buy for the price of the other pressure washers.

@clintsaines9274

9 ай бұрын

Yeah I agree on that.

Thanks for this video I was wondering about it. Also I saw your video on the reel for the pressure washer. Is it still working and does it leak?

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

The pressure washer reel is working great.

The Active 2.0 still has some room for improvement. They redesigned it for a 50-foot hose yet some units still have surging issues when using said 50-foot hose. I've also seen one not work properly right out of the box with all the stock accessories. The increase in flow and pressure is negligible. The smaller size is nice but doesn't make much difference at home in the driveway doing my own car. I still don't really trust it to last the 200 hours they say, given the issues I've seen on two separate units. Only time will tell if lots of us have issues or if they are isolated. Thanks for the video.

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

Those are all valid points. With any new product there is issues and room for improvement. I think the hype that this unit gets is causing people to forget that we need to be realistic with products in specific price points. We need to remember that this is a $350 unit. All products are going to have returns. That’s a fact, even a Kranzle has returns. I do agree that with time we will see how reliable this unit is by and large.

@jblaze725

Жыл бұрын

I think a big reason this was overhyped was because Matt from Obsessed Garage made his video using a faulty pressure gauge that showed a tremendous amount of flow while still maintaining high psi. It got to the point where he said you could use it with a 7.0 nozzle and have around 2.4 gpm while still pushing around 1000 psi (I don’t remember the exact numbers he claimed but it was around these). That was due to faulty measuring equipment but common sense should have told him that was wrong. No 120v pressure washer at that price point is putting out those numbers. He has a following that takes his word as gold so the legend was built before it even hit the shelves. It’s sad because it takes away from the fact that it’s a great little unit but it will obviously never reach those numbers.

@elevatedboost7444

Жыл бұрын

What unit would you recommend AR 630?

@ILruffian

Жыл бұрын

Rumor has it that the surging issues have been fixed with the ones that arrived in the US in March. Time will tell. Mine is from that batch. Will try it the first time tomorrow.

Just got mine, was thinking of getting a 55 gallon tank but might get a bigger one now due to the higher gpm

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

Well it all depends on your business. You have to look at your average amount of vehicles per day.

I use mine all the time for mobile detailing and run it through a 100 foot pressure hose

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

I haven’t tested mine with a 100 foot hose yet. I might try that.

Awesome video. I’m just a dumb homeowner! Would the active be a pressure be good for around the house? Siding, patio, car etc? Or should I get a Greenworks like the 2300 or karcher 1700? For example. Thank you!

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

For around the house, I would get a higher pressure unit because the GPM doesn’t matter

I just picked up the active VE52 on Black Friday for 225. Man the difference in pressure has been crazy coming from my old sunjoe unit. I only take care of my personal cars so I’m hoping it lasts a long time for me and my usage.

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

Heck ya man great choice.

@markhanson1009

Жыл бұрын

Don't expect it. I had one and it lasted about ten uses

@LuisC202

Жыл бұрын

@@markhanson1009 lol me too. I have a cat1800 and I used it maybe 30 car washes and bam it no longer works.

@pullingthestrings5233

Жыл бұрын

I had that ve52 and sadly those numbers they claim are always the rare ones. I purchased one and only got about 45 car washes when it took a dump. I honestly just went and got a Ryobi and haven't had any issues in over a year.

@markhanson1009

Жыл бұрын

@@pullingthestrings5233 which Ryobi did you get?

Are you having any issues with Active 2.0 tripping every time you turn off the unit? For example: Rinsing -> Finished Rinsing -> Turn off Active 2.0 -> Turn on Active 2.0 -> Need to press the breaker reset button on unit power outlet. The last step is where I feel should happen unless there was an actual trip due surge protection. I use Dewenwils remote control outlets to remotely turn on off the washer.

Pan the organizer and Obsessed Garage give this a thumbs up. Hope I didn't just buy a new setup that will die on me.

@StaySlick

5 ай бұрын

From what I’ve heard it’s 50/50. To me that’s not a good record. I’ve had two units go out on me from active.

Looks like a nice unit. I think the Ryobi is a better deal.👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, as I stated, I cannot not recommend the Ryobi unit. It’s just too good and reliable for the price. I will always have one around my house.

@adamg.1845

Жыл бұрын

Thinking of getting the Greenworks 2300 /lowes has it for $249.99 Thoughts?

Does the 100 hours of use literally mean its only expected to last 100 hours?

Similarly priced to my Bosch ghp 5-13c which is a 2K psi and 2.3gpm washer. Actually, the Bosch is $600+, but I got it new for around $350. Gotta love lockdown wins! The Active looks like a swash plate 5-piston pump, the Bosch is a 3-piston crank pump. I wonder which has better longevity.

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

That’s sounds heavy duty. 2k psi is way too much imo but if you like it use it.

@2226cc

Жыл бұрын

@@StaySlick 2k max. They indicate 1.8K or there abouts. Usually have the unloader turned down. It's just not as pretty as the Active. Something to be said for product design. :)

I have a very similar gravity fed truck bed setup as yours. Mine started surging every 30 seconds on the dot. They gave me a list of procedures to try to fix the issue but it didn’t work for me. The washer is awesome but for it to be surging after 3 months it makes me pretty paranoid. Luckily I bought 2 of these so i won’t be out of work. Just sucks it only lasted 3 months before having issues. Edit: I’ve seen plenty of videos of people having issues with all brands of electric pressure washers so I’m by no means hating on active. Just wish electric pressure washers were more reliable in general

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

Yea I’ve heard quite a few people having issues as well. Mine has been vibrating on initial use like it has air in the lines but when I go to purge it there is no air. 🤷🏻

@chrisstewart8253

Жыл бұрын

Yeah I’ve been running the small ryobis for a couple years but keep having surging issues. I’m also doing gravity fed but they keep burning up after barely 3 months. I was looking at the active thinking it was the ryobis issue but I’m going to get a pump which should help with this issue. I have a 65 gallon in my truck setup. After seeing some negatives still on this one I’m not sure if I should just do a new ryobi with a pump then should get better durability.

@fonzymtv9317

Жыл бұрын

​@@chrisstewart8253Any updates on your surging issues? Dealing with similar stuff , and wondering what to do

Having issues with with the Uber flex 50 ft hose. Contacted customer service for help troubleshooting and waiting on their response back. Works perfectly with my upgrades trigger and quick disconnects and the stock hose but when I use all stock components, no quick disconnects and a 50FT hose, it surges 10/10 times. /: a shame to have to go back to the unit constantly.

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

Interesting. Well it is still possible. I’ll say this. The active 2.0 is great but reliability is king. We have to be able to count on our tools to work for us.

@SantiAragon

Жыл бұрын

@@StaySlick I will keep you posted on what customer service tells me. Maybe I have a defective unit

@pullingthestrings5233

Жыл бұрын

@@SantiAragon not a defective unit, that's how many come.i had the same issue and had to get rid of it. I purchased the Ryobi and zero issues now.

@SantiAragon

Жыл бұрын

@@pullingthestrings5233 they sent me a new unit and everything worked perfectly with the 50FT hose. Seems like my first unit was indeed defective.

@brucelavender

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this comment. I'm just a do-it-yourselfer detailer for friends and family. I have a Greenworks PW and upgraded to a Uber Flex 50 ft hose. I'm thinking of purchasing the 2.0. What do you mean by surging?

What pressure washer do you guys recommend for me ? I’m starting my detailing job and a power washer is next to my list!

@trentwheeler6161

Жыл бұрын

AR blue clean 390 or 383 is a great start with a budget and quality in mind.

So would you still need a water pump or does this work just as any other pressure washer?

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

I never use a pump.

nice.👍👍👍👍👍

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

🤙🏽

Whats the required amount of water flowing to the active 2.0? My garage has a 1/2" water line under ground from thebhouse about 200ft before it would go into the pressure washer. Do you think that would be enough water flow?

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

I’m not a science type guy man I just know if it works when I see it work. Lol

@trentwheeler6161

Жыл бұрын

If you're speaking pex, 1/2 inch pex is very restrictive! 3/4 pex should be used. If talking 1/2 copper, copper would be fine. On copper there is far less restriction than 1/2 inch pex. BUT, you mentioned 200 feet of underground line? I'd use 3/4 pex, and still check to see water pressure to see where it is at. 200 feet is a long way. Surely would not like 1/2 pex to be used for 200 feet.

It's horrible when you have a pressure washer fail on a job. I had an AR pressure washer, and it worked for about 5 jobs and then started on fire. The replacement had bad surging issues.

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

No bueno. Yea I mean you can have issues with any pressure washer. Some people have a ryobi last them 10 years and some have a kranzle last them a day.

id love to buy one but i cant find one in stock!! lol

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

Yea they’re selling out fast.

A great unit for business use detailers is the AR 630TSS. About $750, built like a tank for durability, great specs, serviceable/rebuildable and still $400 less than the Kranzle. Still dang tough to beat the $99 Ryobi 😅

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

I would totally agree with that. I would buy that before a Kranzle in my opinion. I was actually talking with Phil from Miranda Detailing about that AR blue. Unfortunately I just wasn’t in the budget.

@annagraham6204

Жыл бұрын

That one looks stout for sure. It may be a different model but one does require a 20amp outlet so that’s something to definitely keep in mind.

@kunya23

Жыл бұрын

Also the ar630 will constantly trip the circuit. I had it and it just got annoying

@GiovanniGiorgo

Жыл бұрын

@@kunya23 20a circuit ftw

@kunya23

Жыл бұрын

I do have it. I bought a Honda eu3000 watt powerful generator and it still does it.

I just got the tool only last week.

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

NOICE!!!!

For the money starting out i agree better to have 2 Ryobi units with 1 as your on hand back up. The VE52 is excellent for home use and the new 2.0 is the absolute least you would want if you have the money to buy better than ryobi when using an electric pressure washer for commercial use imo.

Best to stick with pressure washers from Home Depot, Lowes, Menard and other local stores. This is more convenient esp if your pressure washer breaks down and need to purchase a new one quickly. Then you can get back to business.

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

Great point for sure.

the 2.0 pulls water from the tank on its own?

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

Only gas pressure washers actually pull the water in from the tank because they have a pump. Electric pressure washers rely on the water pushing itself in.

Good talk on the pressure washer but my question is the 2.0 is not a Commercial pressure washer it was designed for the homeowner DIY so wouldn’t you be better off using your other pressure washer

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

The 2.0 was designed again as a consumer grade pressure washer with the ways in which the ve52 was being used in mind. They aren’t going to call it commercial because of its price point and to avoid liability but it was redesigned k owing it would be used by the same people as the ve52 (detailers, window washers, etc.

@robl6044

Жыл бұрын

@@StaySlick yea well I hope it keeps working for you 👍

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

Me too man and if it doesn’t I’ll be the first to post about it.

Just stick with the ryobi or karcher 1700. Spend the xtra on the upgrades. Later down the road upgrade to something like the AR675.

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

🤙🏽

@adamg.1845

Жыл бұрын

You think karcher 1700 is better than the Greenworks 2300?

A Major flaw of these units they have NO replacement parts for them so when it dies you are at the mercy of Active for warranty. I have been trying to warranty a Cat1800 my wife bought me a little over a year ago and am still waiting for a replacement. While my friends still use Ryobis that are 70-100 at times and they have had no issues with them.

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

Yea these pressure washers aren’t made to be worked on given the price point. I will agree my ryobi 1800 psi is ol faithful. I never doubt it’s ability to just keep going.

I can buy 4 ryobi’s for the price of 1 active 2.0

My Active 2.0 just died. Purchased in April 2023, RIP Oct 25,2023. Very disappointed!

@iamsam8446

5 ай бұрын

How often did you use it? Did you make sure there was no air in the system before you turned it on?

@cjay1824

2 ай бұрын

@@iamsam8446how u make sure there is no air in the system and if they is how u let the air out

How many running watts do you need to power this?

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

1800 brother

@altillman1448

Жыл бұрын

What matters more is the amp draw, 13A. This will limit the size of generator you need and what you can run in tandem on the same outlet. If you use a larger orifice to up the gpm and lower the psi you can lower the amp draw as well. Enjoy!

How’s the pressure washer reel holding up?

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

It’s working great man no issues.

@vcs5996

Жыл бұрын

@@StaySlick going to make an update soon?

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

I was thinking about it

@vcs5996

Жыл бұрын

@@StaySlick reason I ask is because I was going to do the diy setup you did but noticed the reel is only rated at 300psi max. Not sure if that only for the hose or the reel connectors too

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

@@vcs5996 yea they’re referring to the hose not the reel itself.

Active 2.0 is not built for business use, but its a good unit for home use

@StaySlick

11 ай бұрын

Active is aware of how people usually use they’re products which was why they made the 2.0. Obviously they will say it’s not intended for detailers for liability and warranty reasons. Watch their videos. James talks about who tends to use their products.

@ronanzj

11 ай бұрын

@@StaySlick yea, totally understand coz they would probably lose a lot of money on warranty claim. Active states the Active 2.0 life span is about 250 hours, and it would last me years because I only wash 3 cars 2 or 3 times per year. However, for professional service, i guess it would only last a few months.

I’m not impressed with this unit. First one wouldn’t shut off when I released the trigger on my gun. Now the replacement unit they sent me suddenly shut off and will not turn on and it stunk like burning electrical. And to boot, I’ve emailed 3 times about this second unit and Active doesn’t respond. I’ll just buy a Kranzle at this point. Done with Active but I want my money back

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

I’ve had a few issues myself. The performance is amazing but the reliability isn’t there yet

They still consider the 2.0 a consumer/residential model

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

Yes

Would you go ten miles off shore in a single engine boat? I hope not but always have a backup when doing business. Especially when a customers pride & joy vehicle is in your hands. This decision could make your business or brake your business.

rated for 200 hours ??? then it breaks ??

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

All pressure washers have a rated lifespan but it doesn’t mean it’s only going to last that amount of time. I have a ryobi that’s about 3 times it’s rated lifespan

Is this product made in China?

The ryobi sucks spend 350 get something nice. I went through 9 tho or cheap washers In 3 years of actual hard detailing Very annoying and they break down usually 3-6 months

@StaySlick

24 күн бұрын

Must be user error. Your experience is in the minority bud.

wish i would have seen this. bought the 2.0 and it only lasted 10 minutes and now dead. no thanks

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

I would definitely get an exchange. I’ve had mine since it came out and it’s still working

@PrestigePro_B

8 ай бұрын

Yeah thats crazy. I do 3-8 cars a day with it for about 3 months now and it hasn't missed a beat.

Sorry but that VE52 can never clean a driveway. 2gpm is not enough

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

It sure is bud. Already did it. Obviously not the same as a gas unit but come on let’s use common sense.

@Abel3270

Жыл бұрын

@@StaySlick I own a house washing business, I pressure wash driveways all the time, and 2gpm might just take the dust off 🤣

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

Hey brotha I believe you however I base my opinions off of anecdotal experience and I am more than satisfied with what it did for my driveway. Again OBVIOUSLY not going to compete with a gas unit.

@Abel3270

Жыл бұрын

@@StaySlick I Understand I just think this unit is made specifically for Car Detailing not washing driveways👍🏽🔥 I’m going to get me it for my detailing💪🏽🔥

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

Yea for sure man if I was serious about pressure washing this would be the last unit I got. For detailing it’s amazing so far.

I realized quickly that 90% of products/equipments are gimmick to make money on this overhyped profession/business, so if you are constantly upgrading equipment you already have, then you are losing money.

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

This is true

@KRuslan1000

Жыл бұрын

Can't agree more, just an Advertisement for you tubes to make money

$400 ouch

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

It’s pricy

I rather buy 3 ryobis. Why spend $300 on one pressure washer when you can buy 3 , the gpm being higher is good i guess but is it really because you save time on the job but then you gota go refill up the tank . Ppl buy these expensive things for the hype

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

I stand by the ryobi pressure washer 100%. However the active 2.0 is legit and does save time. Both are great.

@pullingthestrings5233

Жыл бұрын

@@StaySlick but like he said you spend more time filling up your tank so you don't account for that?

Well it is not made for mobile detailing it even says so on the website. To complain about something that breaks when you use it for not as intended is astonishing

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

I don’t think youre following why this video was made. Let me explain again…. Knowing that most people who buy this unit are going to use it for an unintended use like detailing is why I made the video. This video is for THOSE INDIVIDUALS. Not someone like yourself. So for the people who are going to to use it for detailing this video gives them some insight about what to expect.

@MrSnowman912

Жыл бұрын

@@StaySlick my apologies mistook the information thanks for the update!

Excellent customer service???? 2-week turnaround? That's HORRIBLE.

@annagraham6204

Жыл бұрын

Horrible is being ignored and not getting a replacement.

@bobsgarageFL

Жыл бұрын

@@annagraham6204 2 or 3 days would be excellent . 2 weeks means you need to buy 2 machines so you have a backup. it's horrible.

@StaySlick

Жыл бұрын

I’m not sure what kind of online stores you’ve dealt with but this has been the fastest any company has had a replacement out to me other than Amazon. Considering I spoke with a rep on Instagram and emailed the company directly that same day. 2 weeks was more than appropriate for me especially since this is my garage unit.

@franklingarcia436

Жыл бұрын

@@bobsgarageFLbro what ? 💀

Did you have any issues after a year now?