Cleaning — Window Cleaning Equipment (2026)

Pros

• Extra-long 100-minute battery runtime covers a whole house of windows in one charge
• LED display counts down remaining runtime so you never run out mid-window
• 280mm suction nozzle leaves glass streak-free without a cloth or squeegee

Cons

• Battery is not removable on this model, so it must be charged in situ

Pros

• Removable battery means you can keep a spare charged and ready
• Compact and lightweight, easy to store in a kitchen or utility drawer
• Includes spray bottle, microfibre cloth and window cleaner concentrate

Cons

• 35-minute runtime means larger homes may need a mid-clean recharge

Pros

• Aluminium pole extends up to 5m, reaching upstairs and conservatory windows from the ground
• 10-inch squeegee head pivots for awkward angles and corners
• Lightweight design makes overhead use less tiring than a rigid pole

Cons

• Fully extended pole can flex slightly on the very top windows

Pros

• Professional-grade squeegee and washer combo used by trade window cleaners
• Bucket-on-a-belt design keeps both hands free while working
• Streak-free rubber blade covers large panes quickly

Cons

• Pricier than a basic own-brand squeegee for occasional light use

Pros

• Single charge cleans around 35 windows before needing a recharge
• Compact, lightweight design suits tiles, mirrors and shower screens too
• Leaves glass streak-free without a separate cloth

Cons

• Detergent concentrate for best results is sold separately

Pros

• Combines microfibre fleece and squeegee in one tool for wash-and-wipe cleaning
• Click-system handle compatible with Leifheit telescopic poles for upstairs windows

Cons

• 32cm width is less efficient than a telescopic pole kit on large panes

Pros

• Professional-grade brass squeegee used by trade window cleaners
• 4-foot extension pole reaches upstairs windows from ground level
• Combined scrubber and squeegee tackles wash-and-wipe in one pass

Cons

• Longer pole is less convenient to store than a compact kit

Pros

• Entry-level Karcher window vac with a compact, lightweight body
• LED display shows remaining battery runtime at a glance
• Leaves glass streak-free without a separate cloth

Cons

• Shorter runtime than the higher-capacity WV 5 and WV 6 models

Pros

• Compact, lightweight 0.5kg body suits quick everyday window touch-ups
• Includes a spray bottle kit with microfibre cover and cleaning concentrate

Cons

• 20-minute runtime is shorter than the higher-capacity WV5 and WV6 models

Pros

• Stainless steel channel with quick-release blade changes
• Ergonomic rubber grip reduces fatigue on larger jobs
• Soft rubber blade adapts to uneven glass and frames

Cons

• 45cm width is best suited to larger panes rather than small windows

Pros

• Complete kit bundles squeegee, washer and bucket for whole-house jobs
• Microfibre washer cover soaks and applies solution evenly before squeegeeing

Cons

• Bulkier to store than a standalone squeegee

Pros

• Includes two suction nozzles for standard and narrow window frames
• LED display shows remaining battery runtime at a glance

Cons

• 35-minute runtime means larger homes may need a mid-clean recharge

Pros

• Professional-grade concentrate used by trade window cleaners
• One bottle dilutes into many bucketfuls of cleaning solution

Cons

• Needs a squeegee and washer to use effectively, sold separately

Pros

• Soft, non-slip handle stays comfortable during longer window or shower door cleans
• Stainless steel blade holder resists rust better than plastic squeegees

Cons

• Single-size blade is better suited to smaller panes and shower screens than large windows

Pros

• Vacuums up water as it cleans, leaving glass streak-free without a separate cloth
• Compact, lightweight body suits tiles, mirrors and shower screens too

Cons

• Water tank needs emptying partway through a whole-house window round

Pros

• Pulls water off glass cleanly with no drips or streaks
• 35-minute battery run time covers most homes on a single charge
• Spray bottle and microfibre cloth included to get started straight away

Cons

• Dirty-water tank needs emptying part-way through larger jobs

Pros

• LED display shows remaining battery status at a glance
• Comes with spray bottle, microfibre cloth and detergent concentrate
• Lightweight and easy to manoeuvre across large windows

Cons

• Removable battery is sold as an optional spare rather than included