Head to head
Armorgard OxBox vs Karcher K5 Power Control Flex
The Armorgard OxBox is a steel lockable storage box for tools and equipment, used on site or in a van. The Karcher K5 Power Control Flex is a domestic electric pressure washer for patios, cars and outdoor cleaning.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Armorgard OxBox | Karcher K5 Power Control Flex | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 58-60kg (OX3) | 12.4 kg (without accessories) |
| External dimensions | 1210 x 625 x 645mm (OX3) | - |
| Internal dimensions | 1115 x 550 x 595mm (OX3) | - |
| Material | 1.5-2.5mm powder-coated steel | - |
| Locking | Twin keyed-alike 5-lever deadlocks, 3 keys | - |
| Max pressure | - | 20-145 bar |
| Max flow rate | - | 500 l/h |
| Area performance | - | 40 sq m per hour |
Sources: Armorgard OxBox, Karcher K5 Power Control Flex. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the OxBox if...
A steel site box bought by builders, plant hire firms and tradesmen to keep tools and equipment secure on an open site or in the back of a van. It comes in several sizes and is fitted with forklift pockets so it can be moved around a yard.
Listed by
- Hirepod Plant Hire Ltd - London
Buy or hire the K5 Power Control Flex if...
The K5 sits in Karcher's mid-to-upper domestic range, bought outright by homeowners for regular patio, car and garden furniture cleaning rather than hired. It is frequently the model UK reviewers and retailers use as the benchmark domestic Karcher pressure washer.
Full K5 Power Control Flex specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Armorgard OxBox and the Karcher K5 Power Control Flex?
The Armorgard OxBox is a steel lockable storage box for tools and equipment, used on site or in a van; the Karcher K5 Power Control Flex is a domestic electric pressure washer for patios, cars and outdoor cleaning.
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