Karcher WD3 S Wet and Dry Vacuum Cleaner
1.628-144.0
Product Overview
Key Features
- 19 Litre bin capacity with bagged design
- 1000 Watt power, triple-layer fleece filter, all floors
- Wet and dry cleaning capability
- Practical blower function and pull and push locking system
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- Karcher
- Model Number:
- 1.628-144.0
- Surfaces:
- All kinds of floors
- Bagged/Bagless:
- Bagged
- Bin/Bag Capacity (L):
- 19
Vacuums & Cleaning
- Filtering:
- Triple-layered, extremely tear-resistant fleece material.
- Wet & Dry:
- Yes
Power & Charging
- Power:
- 1000W
General Information
- Type:
- Barrel Vacuum
- Family:
- Karcher Wet & Dry
- Colour:
- Yellow
- Additional Features:
- Practical blower function, Fleece filter bag, Pull & Push locking system
- What's In The Box:
- uction hose: 2 Metre, with bent handle, Plastic, Removable handle, Suction tubes: 2 Unit, 0.5 Metre, 35 Millimetre, Plastic, Wet and dry floor nozzle: Clips, Crevice nozzle, Fleece filter bag: 1 Unit, Cartridge filter: one-piece
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 2 Year
Vacuums & Cleaning
- Filtering:
- Triple-layered, extremely tear-resistant fleece material.
- Wet & Dry:
- Yes
General Information
- Type:
- Barrel Vacuum
- Family:
- Karcher Wet & Dry
- Colour:
- Yellow
- Additional Features:
- Practical blower function, Fleece filter bag, Pull & Push locking system
- What's In The Box:
- uction hose: 2 Metre, with bent handle, Plastic, Removable handle, Suction tubes: 2 Unit, 0.5 Metre, 35 Millimetre, Plastic, Wet and dry floor nozzle: Clips, Crevice nozzle, Fleece filter bag: 1 Unit, Cartridge filter: one-piece
Product Dimensions
- Product Height (mm):
- 523
- Product Width (mm):
- 328
- Product Depth (mm):
- 353
- Product Weight (kg):
- 4.96
- Cord Length (m):
- 4
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 505
- Box Width (mm):
- 380
- Box Depth (mm):
- 393
- Box Weight (kg):
- 6
Product Reviews of Karcher WD3 S Wet and Dry Vacuum Cleaner
Overall Rating Snapshot
4.8 out of 5 stars from 19 reviews
100% of users recommend this product
What customers say, summarised by AI
- Powerful suction for both wet and dry cleaning, easily tackles tough jobs.
- Compact and lightweight design, but prone to tipping over during use.
- Versatile with a range of attachments for various cleaning tasks.
- Stainless steel container is durable and easy to empty and clean.
- Power cord is quite short; extension lead often necessary for larger areas.
- Quiet operation compared to similar vacuums; overall excellent value.
Pros
Cleaning (5)
Quality (3)
Easy (3)
Value (1)
Efficient (1)
Good choice for outside & garage cleanups
I purchased this product for cleaning up the outdoor entertainment area and garage. It has a useful blower function in addition to its suction function . The only criticisms are the power cord is very short, and being so light it falls over easily and will cease to blow or suck. Once switched off and restarted again it is fine.
Andrew FS
Confirmed purchase 27 August 2026
Published on 1 October 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Great garage vacuum
Brilliant for those messy jobs outside. Attachments for every job. Especially the shed where you don't want to use the house vacuum
Willow S
Confirmed purchase 23 June 2026
Published on 15 July 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Fantastic!
Super, powerful vacuum... I had a bad stain on my couch, so I had to scrub it with lots of added water.. But the vac sucked up all of it, and all was dry and stain free within a few hours! It does require an extension lead, for jobs more than 4 meters from the electrical socket.
Elisabeth
Confirmed purchase 14 May 2026
Published on 10 June 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Great product
This katcher wet and dry was bought to help clean the garage etc. Easy to use and does the job well.
Agnes
Confirmed purchase 19 January 2026
Published on 11 February 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Good Outdoor Vacuum
Seems robust but light enough to pick up easily. Great option of vacuuming bagless to suck out leaves from drains.
Ramjet
Confirmed purchase 12 November 2025
Published on 12 December 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Makes Car Vacuuming Easier
Bought this vacuum to vacuum the car as using a stick vacuum is a pain. Also I found it a very good vacuum for the garage and workshop.plus vacuuming the gutters after removing the bag and filter for wet function. I highly recommend purchasing the Karcher car kit model number 2.863-304.0 online which allows you to extend the hose and have a wider nozzle which saves you time when vacuuming the car.
Salah
Confirmed purchase 6 September 2025
Published on 30 September 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Good value
The machine does its job quite well. Suction is good and cleans well. Would like to see a longer power cord and come with brush and crevice attachments. Definitely a good 4 out of 5 … maybe even 4.5.
John
Confirmed purchase 15 August 2025
Published on 10 September 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
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So nice
Good
Gurdeep Rattu
Confirmed purchase 17 August 2025
Published on 9 September 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Powerful and Versatile Vacuum – Worth Every Cent!
I recently bought the Kärcher WD3 S Wet & Dry Vacuum Cleaner from The Good Guys and I’m really impressed. It’s compact but has very strong suction for both wet and dry messes. The stainless steel container feels solid and the blower function is super handy for clearing dust from tricky spots. Easy to move around, store, and empty. Great value for the price and perfect for both home and garage use. Highly recommend!
Wajiha Kiran
Confirmed purchase 8 June 2025
Published on 11 August 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
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True to Description
This vacuum is amazing. I went for this one as I have a dense amount of pet fur and children mess... super recommend this product.
Alannah
Confirmed purchase 16 June 2025
Published on 9 July 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
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At a glance
The Karcher WD3 S is a practical wet and dry barrel vacuum for households needing flexible cleanup in garages, workshops, cars and around the home. Its key strengths are wet-and-dry pickup, a durable 19L stainless steel tank, and useful blower mode. It is best for utility cleaning rather than fast, full-home vacuuming compared with more premium indoor-focused vacuums.
What it’s great for
- Wet spill pickup
- Garage cleaning
- Workshop debris
- Car interior cleaning
- Outdoor utility cleanup
- General household messes
Where it works best
- Garage
- Workshop
- Car
- Patio
- Utility room
- Home
Who it’s for
- Homeowner
- DIY user
- Car owner
- Workshop user
- General household cleaner
Things to consider
This model is better suited to utility jobs and spot cleaning than quick, whole-home vacuuming, and it lacks the convenience and refinement of more premium indoor vacuum designs.
Pet hair performance score
5/10 - Can collect pet hair from floors and car interiors, but it is not specifically designed for pet-focused cleaning.
Large home suitability
Best for occasional utility cleaning and messes rather than routine whole-home vacuuming in large homes.
Carpet vs hard floor fit
Best suited to mixed utility surfaces and hard floors, with light general use on carpet rather than deep carpet-focused cleaning.
Noise level rating
6/10 - Typical for a utility wet and dry vacuum, with no special low-noise design noted.
Portability rating
8/10 - Compact barrel format, 4.96kg weight and practical hose and cord length make it easy to move around.
Key benefits
- Wet and dry pickup: Cleans both liquid spills and dry debris without needing separate machines.
- 19L stainless steel tank: Gives you generous capacity for utility cleaning tasks and added durability for indoor and outdoor use.
- 1000W motor: Delivers strong cleaning power for everyday workshop, garage and household messes.
- One-piece cartridge filter: Lets you switch between wet and dry pickup without changing filters.
- Triple-layer fleece filter bag: Helps trap fine dust during dry cleaning while resisting tearing.
- Blower function: Moves dust and loose debris out of corners and tight spaces where suction is less convenient.
- Compact 4.96kg design: Makes the vacuum easier to carry, reposition and store between jobs.
- 2m suction hose and 4m cord: Provides practical reach for cleaning cars, work areas and utility spaces.
Q: Is the WD3 S suitable for everyday whole-house vacuuming?
A: No. Karcher WD3 S is built for utility cleaning, wet spills and bigger messes in areas like garages, cars and workshops. It can clean indoor floors, but it is not optimised for fast whole-home runs or deep carpet-focused cleaning.
Q: Do I need to change filters between wet and dry pickup?
A: No. The one-piece cartridge filter lets the Karcher WD3 S move between wet and dry pickup without changing the filter itself. For wet spills, remove the fleece filter bag first, then use the cartridge filter for liquid pickup.
Q: How far can this vacuum reach from a power socket?
A: Karcher WD3 S uses a 2m suction hose and a 4m power cord, so it suits utility jobs reasonably close to a socket. For larger garages, patios or driveway work, an extension lead may still be useful.
Q: Can it pick up fine dust as well as larger debris?
A: Yes, for dry vacuuming. The triple-layer fleece filter bag is designed to trap fine dust while still handling larger debris, but the WD3 S is a utility vacuum rather than a specialised fine-dust extractor for constant workshop dust collection.
Q: What tools come with the Karcher WD3 S vacuum?
A: Karcher WD3 S includes a 2m hose, two 0.5m suction tubes, a wet and dry floor nozzle, a crevice nozzle, a bent handle and a removable handle. The box also includes one fleece filter bag and a one-piece cartridge filter.
Q: Is the blower function useful for leaves and tight corners?
A: Yes. The blower mode is useful for shifting loose debris from corners, door tracks, patios and similar hard-to-reach spots where suction is awkward. It is better for light material such as dust or dry leaves than heavy, wet garden waste.
