Universal Motor: Found in most low-cost, consumer-grade pressure washers. Uses brushes and a commutator with very high RPM, often requiring gear reduction. Efficiency is around 55%, wears out faster due to brushes, and is noisy with a high-pitched whine. Not serviceable.
Induction Motor: Found in mid-tier and some commercial electric washers. Uses electromagnetic induction, is brushless, has lower RPM, and often features direct drive. Efficiency is higher (around 70%) and durability is improved. However, it is heavier, bulkier, and still noisy. Typically not serviceable.
Permanent Magnet Motor (PMM): Considered rare and premium in pressure washer applications. Before the Mpro 25, the industry had not offered a high-performance unit that was cost-effective for the general public. The Mpro 25 uses PMM instead of induced magnetism; it’s brushless, variable, and precise with excellent speed control. With high power density, the unit can be built compact and lightweight. PMM efficiency often reaches 85% or more. Durability is significantly increased with no brushes to wear out. It runs smoother and has a low-pitched sound.