Chris, I have to answer you with the assumption that "the next generation" of
Drimaster Tools have the flow knob and nozzle problems fixed.
This is not "supplier diplomacy", but after side by side tests for several months, I remain unconvinced that there is a true front runner between them.
What I like about the HK tool:
More durable
Trigger control (for those that prefer that)
Teflon Head
Leaves the fabric dryer
What I like about the
Drimaster:
Comfortable
No trigger (for those that prefer that)
Wider cleaning path
Neither works well in detail areas; such areas are best cleaned with damp towels or crevice tools. There is still a warm place in my heart for the Hydry tool for detail work, and the
Prochem Upholstery tool for "flood and flush" production on filthy synthetics.
We'll use these and some other tools as part of my presentation in Nashville.
I can't wait for Marty's response to my non answer.