Manufacturers of household appliances now a lot. And many produce irons, supplying them with those or other characteristics and "chips".Let's try to understand all this variety of appliances for ironing and determine which irons are better. Consider the most popular in our market manufacturers and features of their products.
Braun
The number of holes for steam supply is much larger than in similar irons of other manufacturers. The unique shape of the steam holes allows you to pre-treat the fabric during the ironing process. Steam is served at full strength.
Some models have a Textile Protector, which provides a powerful steam supply, even on a particularly delicate fabric. A large amount of steam improves the result. This nozzle prevents the appearance of shiny spots when ironing dark delicate tissues.
Braun produces irons with different soles options:
- stainless steel, which provides a soft glide;
- outsole Eloxal is 2.5 times more resistant to various mechanical damages;
- outsole with sapphire powder coating Sapphire 4 times more mobile.
Different models have an adjustable amount of steam up to 50g, and a powerful steam boost strengthens it to 120g / min. Includes measuring cup.
Some model series have an ergonomic open handle that allows you to more conveniently hold the iron.
The power of these irons, as a rule, exceeds 2 kW.
Irons of this brand belong to a high price category.
Tefal
Most models have a power of over 2 kW.
Tefal introduced the sole, which have a coating of cermets - it provides unsurpassed quality of sliding. The ceramic sole does not clog the fabric and is easy to clean, however it is fairly easy to damage the metal parts of the garment.
Models with Ultraglis soles have a system of lifting the cord over the cloth, a steam power regulator. A wide variation in price depending on the model: you can choose both an economical option, and a more expensive iron with high power.
Philips
Philips soleplate sole is made of a unique composite material - Careeza. It is resistant to damage and glides well. Because the irons of Philips are very popular.
Another development of this company is the outsole of aluminum with ANODILIUM coating. Good thermal conductivity of aluminum provides rapid heating throughout the surface of the sole. Innovative coating gives it increased strength. Since the lightest of the materials used, the iron will also weigh relatively little, which is important if you buy an iron for travel.
Descaling function.
Optimum steam adjustment for all types of fabric.
Moulinex
Chrome-plated steel surface of the sole of irons.
This French manufacturer offers a large selection of irons with low power.
A wide range of budget models, which include all the main functions, and also have a long cord with a swivel mount.
There are road models with a folding handle.
Vitek
- A wide variety of soles( stainless steel, ceramics, aluminum).
- Democratic prices.
- The manufacturer monitors the novelties of the market and introduces new technologies into its products.
- Many models with a power of 1.6 kW, which is optimal for regular ironing. But there are more powerful models.
- In general, numerous polls show that in terms of price / quality ratio, it is better to choose a Philips iron.