Wet mopping is the primary means of dealing with dust and mites that inhabit it. Regular cleaning of homes is especially important for families with people with allergies or asthma, and those who have pets. Today, the choice of improvised tools for wet cleaning is very wide, and is not limited simple rags or napkins, but also includes many models of electric mops, with which cleaning will become easier.
Cheap things do not always work poorly, sometimes the cost is lower due to a little-known manufacturer's brand or a simplified design. The following 3 mops have the highest number of good customer reviews among products with a price of 2,000 to 5,000 rubles.
In 2017, it received the largest number of enthusiastic customer reviews, mainly due to its high power. The current 2018 promises to be no less successful for this model, since the rest of the budget steam mops are not capable of delivering 1700 watts. The ENDEVER mop allows you to warm up the water to the required temperature for cleaning in 30 seconds, while maintaining a constant steam pressure of 1.5 bar. Its feed rate can be adjusted manually, the maximum that the device can give is 26 g / 1 min.
The design provides for the presence of a tank with a capacity of 0.37 liters of water, which allows continuous steam cleaning at home for 45 minutes. The container can also be refilled while the device is in operation, without waiting for the pressure drop.
The kit also includes several microfiber attachments that are attached to the base with Velcro. Unfortunately, over time, they weaken, and some users note that the rags begin to stick poorly.
Main pluses:
- high power of the model;
- noiselessness of work;
- quick steam preparation;
- the presence of power control.
Of the minuses, the main and, perhaps, the only one is the poor fastening of the rags-attachments.
Prices for this model start at 2450 rubles. And end at 3200 r. depending on the store.
Kitfort KT-1001
Great for those people who have little free space in their home. Lightweight and compact design allows for minimal storage space. Unlike the previous model, this one has a lower power and produces a pressure of only 1 bar, which is enough for smooth surfaces such as floors, tapestry or clothing. Thick carpets and other fluffy objects are much more difficult to clean.
Despite the lower power, this device got into our rating of steam mops due to its versatility. The set of this model includes many attachments, such as: a vertical brush with a hard bristle, a rag for parquet and microfiber laminate flooring, auxiliary nozzle for cleaning clothes and furniture, etc. etc.
The main advantages are:
- low weight of the steam mop;
- ergonomic design;
- low cost;
- a large selection of attachments.
A rather significant drawback is the low power, which does not allow you to cope with significant contamination the first time, which means that you will have to spend a little more time cleaning.
The cost in stores varies from 3939 rubles. up to 4126 p.
Marta MT-1180
Heats steam to operating temperature in just 1 minute and is capable of operating continuously for just under half an hour. With good power, the steam cleaner easily handles even stubborn dirt on the floor. The 0.5 liter water tank is made of transparent plastic to keep track of the remaining water level.
For a set of folding design, it is very economical in using free space in the storage room. The regulator of the steam jet is located at the end of the handle, due to which the power of the steam flow can be conveniently adjusted directly during cleaning.
The main advantages are:
- folding handle;
- convenient control of switching on and steam regulation;
- Convenient measuring cup included.
A significant disadvantage is the presence in the set of nozzles made of loose microfiber, which leaves wet streaks at high steam output power.
The price is 2957 rubles.
Devices of the middle price category
With a good power, steam mops of an average price: from 5 to 10 thousand rubles - they cope not only with floor contamination, covered with smooth materials such as laminate, linoleum or parquet, but also perfectly clean pile, carpets and other complex surface. The best steam mop in the mid-price category, according to customer reviews, is a Philips device that completely replaces a conventional mop and a cleaning brush.
Philips FC7020 / 01
Preparation for work with this model of the steam generator lasts about 30 seconds. The voluminous water tank is equipped with a special filter for cleaning the liquid from impurities, thanks to which the formation of scale on the heating element is reduced. Due to the high power, a fairly strong steam jet is generated, which can easily remove even stubborn dirt. This eliminates the need for chemical cleaners, making it a good choice for families with small children or allergy sufferers.
Positive sides:
- long power cord;
- easy-to-use mechanism;
- ergonomics and small size;
- good generator power;
- limescale filter.
Cons of a steam appliance:
- poor fixation of the flask with water;
- inconvenient mechanism for attaching the cleaning head made of fabric.
The price of the model is 6919 p.
Vax S 86-SF-T-R
Also included in the ranking of the best steam mops 2018. This unit looks more impressive in comparison with the above for the set of the presence of a flask for water with a volume of 0.7 liters and an additional reservoir with a capacity of 0.3 liters for the detergent composition. With it, you can even carry out a very thorough cleaning on an area of up to 100 sq. m. Preparation for work lasts only 20 seconds, the duration of continuous work is 40 minutes. At the moment, this mop, according to experts, represents the best value for money.
Management is carried out through the use of a touchscreen display. It sets the type of coating, you can also choose the direction of the action of the steam to eliminate particularly stubborn stains. The unit is almost 2 times heavier than budget options. On the one hand, this causes inconvenience when moving, on the other hand, it ensures a good adherence of the cleaning attachment to the surface.
Pros:
- long cable;
- a capacious container for water and an additional one for a soap solution;
- ergonomic design;
- touch control.
The downside in this review is the large weight of the device.
The lowest cost is 8491 rubles.
Black & Decker FSM1630
It also does not lag behind in terms of user ratings. It has a medium water tank with a volume of 0.5 liters, which is enough for 20 minutes of continuous steam supply. It is ready for operation within 15 seconds. The choice of the mode is made on the handle itself. The presence of the steam boost parameter allows you to get rid of dried and sticky spots.
The kit includes 2 interchangeable heads: rectangular and triangular, which is convenient for cleaning hard-to-reach corners of the room. They are able to rotate 1800. For replacement, you must turn off the device and wait a while for the steam cleaner to cool down.
Pros:
- thick cleaning cloths,
- maneuverable nozzles,
- good power.
The cost is 8999 rubles.
Premium Devices
The top of the rating in the price category of more than 10 thousand is occupied by several models, which differ not only in high power from 1500 W, but also in functional ergonomic design. All models presented have adjustable steam output and high quality replaceable nozzles.
Vax S 86-SF-C-R
This powerful unit will be ready for operation within 15 seconds after switching on. It has a removable manual steam cleaner with a liquid capacity of only 0.26 liters. On the main body there is an additional 2 liter flask into which both water and cleaning agents can be poured. All included attachments attach to the back of the case for compact storage.
Main advantages:
- movable cleaning head,
- the presence of a removable hand brush,
- a variety of attachments that can be selected based on the type of surfaces.
The price for this device is 12,490 rubles.
Polti Vaporetto SV330
The Polti Vaporetto SV330 model is slightly different. It has more power, due to which it is able to create a pressure in the tank of 1.5 bar. The presence of manual adjustment of the pressure allows you to easily clean various surfaces. A small volume of the contained liquid - 0.5 l, allows you to clean a room with an area of up to 20 sq. m., You can fill it without turning off the device. Unfortunately, this steam unit comes with few accessories. Initially, it is assumed that there is only one, from this the cost is very democratic, only 3 690 rubles.
Pros:
- movable brush,
- you can fill the pack while cleaning.
The downside is the short power cord, which, when moving to another room, has to be plugged into a different outlet.
The price starts at 9563 rubles.
Bissell 1977N
Equipped with a higher capacity steam generator. It can function as a vacuum cleaner, due to which it got into the top of the rating, while the sucked-in garbage remains dry and easily spills out of the container. The telescopic handle allows people of different heights to use the device with ease. The water tank has a filter to prevent limescale build-up.
Pros:
- vacuum cleaner function,
- movable head,
- water filter,
- adjustable handle height.
Minuses:
- heavy weight,
- small volume of a flask for water - only 0.4 l.
The cost is 16990 rubles.
When choosing a steam cleaner for yourself, you should pay attention not only to which steam mop is the best rated, but also what functions you need. There is no point in overpaying for extra attachments or features that you won't be using. With the described models, wet cleaning will be several times faster and better than manual cleaning.
