![]() ![]() A lighter model in a smaller size may also be a wise option if a pre-teen or older family member will be firing it up as well. How often – and who – will you be using the iron in your household? If the machine will be in heavy rotation or is replacing an old favorite, a splurgier purchase could be worth every penny. People/Tara Donne Things to Consider Before Buying a Steam Iron Use ![]() Just remember to turn it off while not in use, because it does not have an automatic shutoff safety feature. The heat-resistant stand is also helpful, especially if on the go.Įven if the only place you'll be traveling with this iron is around the house, the IRIS iron is a good buy for the price. ![]() The IRIS might not have the might of a large model, but its small size makes it possible to use vertically while clothes are hanging up. Though its heating was speedy at 40 seconds, one reviewer reported that "fabric still feels damp after steam ironing." While the IRIS quickly smoothed out creases on cotton and satin, they also said it took more passes than expected to work out wrinkles on linen. #STEAM IRON REVIEWS PLUS#The iron can be used while clothes are hanging up - a plus for dresses or longer garments. #STEAM IRON REVIEWS FULL#Lightweight and user-friendly, the tiny iron promises 5.5 minutes of steam with a full water tank. What lacks in customization, it makes up for with ease of use. More basic than the two other top models, the machine's only button turns it on, so there is no way to tweak the temperature for different fabrics. #STEAM IRON REVIEWS PORTABLE#Small and simple, the IRIS iron was PEOPLE Tested's most powerful portable pick. Pros: Its compact size makes it super simple to maneuver and carry on the go.Ĭons: There is no automatic shutoff safety feature, and it only has one heat setting, so you can't adjust it on different fabrics. In sum, the BEAUTURAL's many modes at an affordable price point make it a good buy. A comfortable handle makes the machine easy to maneuver, while its cord length is average at 6 feet. The model's water reservoir size is especially large at 11.5 oz. One tester said that wrinkles came out "pretty much in a single pass" even on linen, the stiffest of the set. The double-layer design of the BEAUTURAL's ceramic soleplate also makes it a standout for its even heating, scoring at least a 4/5 in the tests for cotton, linen, and satin. We loved its smart LCD screen, which is used to set the exact temperature necessary to press nine different types of fabric. Sturdy and steady sum up the BEAUTURAL iron, which is about the same size as the Rowenta - at a third of the price. Pros: It's affordable, heats up quickly, and is easy to maneuver thanks to its grippy handle.Ĭons: Because of its large reservoir size, it feels heavy to use when the tank is full. Other "above and beyond" features include a cord with 360-degree pivoting abilities and automatic shutoff, sending this one to the winner's circle. The extra-perforated soleplate (which the brand claims expels 30% more steam than a model without a pump) is also especially handy for ironing shirts. What's more, the Rowenta is manufactured with an anti-drip system, which stops water from spitting out of the soleplate when the temperature is too low. Though a tester noted how heavy it felt, they described its pressure power as a plus. water tank was full - which could deter a first-time or reluctant ironer. out of the box and felt heavy when its 10.8 oz. "The steam was super easy to use, it didn't make too much noise, or spray water," one reviewer raved. Its intuitive design, with an LED temperature indicator, was also a hit. With a few passes, persistent creases easily came out of linen. The speediest of the set to fire up, the Rowenta impressed with how quickly it got hot (44 seconds for cotton, 55 seconds for linen, and 50 seconds for satin). Pros: The Rowenta DW9280 Digital Display Steam Iron heats up quickly and was the most effective for working out wrinkles of all the steam irons tested.Ĭons: It's expensive and heavy to use when the water tank is full. ![]()
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