Rating of the best steamers by customer feedback

Steamer and iron are two completely different things that can complement, but do not replace each other. The steamer is not intended for care of dense materials and bedding, it is an indispensable thing for the care of delicate fabrics, knitted, fur garments. Choose a steamer that meets your expectations, our rating will help you.

The steamer of which company to choose

Philips

The technology produced by the Dutch brand enjoys well-deserved trust among consumers. The company produces both hand and floor models of steamers for clothes. They are distinguished by a thoughtful ergonomic design, build quality and functionality.

Kitfort

The Russian brand. Kitfort technology is manufactured in China, the company carefully monitors the quality of products. Especially popular among consumers are Kitfort floor steamers, combining low price, good technical characteristics and quality.

Polaris

The international holding company produces various small household appliances, including steamers. The main production is in Russia and China. The company's products are in demand due to affordable prices, while the quality of the technology from Polaris is not inferior to the more famous brands.

MIE( Modern Ironing Equipment)

This brand is not very well known among manufacturers of household appliances, as it has a rather narrow specialization. Under this brand, only ironing equipment( including steamers) and cleaning equipment are produced. The company develops models for the care of any clothing and textiles. The price range of MIE steamers is medium, quality is trustworthy.

Endever

Under this brand the notorious Swedish brand Kromax Group produces reliable equipment for the home. The range of Endever includes both floor steamers and compact hand-held models, many of them have a very attractive price tag.

Rating of the best steamers

Our rating of steamers took into account the opinion and experience of using ordinary customers and took into account the following characteristics:

• steam supply;
• compliance with the declared characteristics;
• capacity of the water tank;
• model ergonomics;
• steaming modes;
• cost;
• complaints about defects.

The best hand steamers

Handheld steamers are compact, convenient to take on the road, they do not need a lot of space in the house, but there are no special miracles to be expected from their use, steam power for manual models is lower than for floor models. When choosing, pay attention: most of them have a small water tank, which is enough for 1-2 things.

The most popular hand-held model Polaris PGS 1502CA

In addition to the main function - stripping, this model can be used to clean things from dirt and nap. Good price-quality ratio.

Advantages:

• is ready to work in just 30 seconds after switching on;
• steam supply 20 g / min;
• additional attachments included;
• is easy to use;
• easily placed in the bag;
• price.

Disadvantages:

• is a short time of continuous operation;
• water tank - 0.09 l;
• one steam mode.

Judging by the feedback of the owners, the Polaris PGS 1502CA steamer copes well with various types of fabrics and comfortably lies in the hand.

Philips GC310 / 35

Ergonomic and stylish model. Suitable for delicate fabrics and knitted fabrics. The steam supply is 20 g / min, the water tank is 0.06 l. Advantages:

• turns off when water runs out;
• nozzle for thick fabrics;
• is quickly ready for use;
• small dimensions;
• is lightweight, comfortably lies in the hand.

Disadvantages:

• should be frequently topped up with water;
• is a bit expensive;
• is cooling down for a long time.

Steaming the wrinkles, smoothing the bruises, quickly freshen up clothes before leaving the house - with these tasks the Philips GC310 / 35 is doing fine, but the products made of thick fabrics are not always on the shoulder, this conclusion can be made from the reviews of this steamer.

MIE Piccolo

This model is two in one: this steamer can be used as a kettle, which is very convenient, especially when traveling or traveling.

Advantages:

• model boasts the most powerful steam supply among hand steamers - 40 g / min;
• several functions;
• holds a rather large volume of water - 0.5 ml;
• is an overheating protection system;
• can use ordinary water;
• additional nozzles and protective gloves included.

Disadvantages:

• heats up longer than other models;
• large water consumption;
• price.

The MIE Piccolo steamer has an excellent build quality, and the specifications are in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.

ENDEVER Odyssey Q-410 - an accessible model of hand steamer

The price of this steamer ranges from 900 to 1200 rubles. Steam power is 18 g / min. It looks pretty and very comfortable. Advantages:

• quite large capacity for water - 200 ml;
• stated working time without water topping - 20 minutes;
• comes with 2 nozzles;
• can be used for cleaning any surfaces and cleaning products made from suede, nubuck;
• price.

Disadvantages:

• heats up for a long time;
• short cord;
• the remaining water must be drained.

Judging by the ENDEVER reviews, the Odyssey Q-410 does a good job. A good budgetary steamer.
From reviews on hand steamers it follows that they do not cope well with thick fabrics, for example, jeans or flax. But it is stated in the majority of instructions to these devices: their purpose is to smooth out products from delicate fabrics. He can easily cope with frills and draperies and is not suitable for ironing bed linen.

The best floor models

The floor steamers have a more powerful steam supply, so they are used not only at home. Professional models are used to care for textiles in stores and sewing industries, when you need to quickly give things a decent appearance.

Kitfort KT-910 - the best floor model

According to consumer reviews, the most trusted and demanded model is the KT-910 model of the domestic Kitfort brand. This steamer, belonging to the professional series - a rare combination of good quality and affordable price.

Advantages:

• fast warm-up;
• steam temperature - 130 ° C;
• when the water runs out of the tank, a beep sounds;
• attractive price;
• cord is rewound automatically;
• steam heating in ironing;
• has an automatic shutdown function;
• many additional nozzles and devices for safe stripping;
• nicely strips almost all fabrics.

Disadvantages:

• short cord;
• too tight clothespins;
• according to some owners of this model has a flimsy hanger design.

The Kitfort KT-910 is an excellent choice for both professional use and home use. According to consumers' reviews, it easily strips even very dense materials.

Philips GC670 / 05

Reliable steamer for water in 2.1 liters, steam supply - 40 g / min. This amount of fluid is enough for an hour without interruption. It will help quickly to put in order clothes from not so dense fabrics. And yet, it can be used to clean and disinfect furniture, soft toys.

Advantages:

• several modes of steam supply;
• excellent build quality;
• is equipped with additional nozzles;
• display, which displays information about the parameters of the steam cleaner and the presence of water in the tank;
• touch control;
• overheat protection system;
• convenient storage compartment for attachments;
• is easily descaled.

Disadvantages:

• the hose and handle are very hot when operating at maximum power;
• condensate, which accumulates when bending the hose, easily burned;
• is not suitable for all types of fabrics;
• there is no anti-cap system.

On the Philips GC670 / 05, you should pay attention to those who love everything modern: this model is equipped with a display, it has touch control. And the main drawback of this steamer is the lack of an anti-drip system.

MIE Deluxe

This model has 3 steam modes and an electronic display. The control buttons are on the gun. The rack is double, so things do not move out and are less stretched in the process of stripping. Advantages:

• very powerful steam release, up to 85 g / min;
• tank with a capacity of 2.5 liters;
• is an anti-drip system;
• the ability to regulate the flow of steam;
• design reliability;
• is a convenient stand, it can be easily adjusted in height.

Disadvantages:

• is too massive;
• covers of side compartments open spontaneously;
• this model of steamer is not cheap.

MIE Deluxe belongs to professional models: reliable, powerful, with a very convenient stand.

Polaris PGS 1806VA

The popular steamer brand Polaris has two modes of stripping. The tank is designed for only 600 ml of water, which is not very much for a floor model. This amount of water is enough for about 20-25 minutes of intensive work without adding water. The power of the steam supply is 40 g / min. Advantages:

• it is possible to regulate the supply of steam;
• easy to use;
• nicely strips most tissues;
• in half a minute after power on is ready for use;
• reasonable price.

Disadvantages:

• there is no indicator of water heating;
• little baits;
• takes up a lot of space.

Polaris PGS 1806VA is a good steamer for the home. Suitable for those who like easy-to-use devices.

Which steamer to buy

1. So as not to be mistaken with the choice of steamer, first of all decide for which specific purposes you need. If you want to quickly refresh clothes before leaving home, you have few things of complicated cut or you often travel - take a closer look at hand steamers, for example steamer Polaris PGS 1502CA.

2. If you have to do a lot of stroking, you have a lot of clothes made of knitwear, synthetics or delicate fabrics - pay attention to floor models. Such a steamer will not be superfluous in the house if you have small children, because it perfectly disinfects soft toys, furniture. We recommend Kitfort KT-910.

3. Steam power. The higher this indicator, the faster and more qualitatively the steamer will cope with the task set before it. If you need a model that will easily strip away any materials, take a closer look at the MIE Piccolo handheld steamer or the MIE Deluxe outdoor steamer, they have the greatest steam power.