The best garment steamers in 2020

In fairness, it is worth noting that such units are not able to replace irons in terms of ironing quality. Hand or travel steamers are bought on a trip. With their help, you can quickly put your clothes in order. At the same time they save more space and weigh significantly less than alternative equipment. The downside is that manual models have low power and a water tank. In most cases, budget decisions are enough for 7-12 minutes of continuous work. We tried to collect both inexpensive and premium models of this segment of technology, taking into account the interests of different users.

Opens the Top 15 garment steamers road model from Galaxy - GL6190. The device has 1100 watts of power, which is enough to even out folds on light tissues. At the same time, the steam brush does not leave opals, creases and glossy spots, which is typical for many budget counterparts. The advantages of the device include support for disinfection, which is useful when working with pillows, soft toys, etc. Unfortunately, the volume of the container is only 70 milliliters, so you have to regularly add water. The manufacturer was able to compensate for this minus by the small weight of the device, the presence of a heating indicator, a metal stand and a hanging loop. In addition, the “steam boost” function is implemented, it is possible to adjust the temperature. It only takes 60 seconds to heat up.

Another good steam brush, completely safe for different types of fabrics. Based on the reviews, it copes well with smoothing silk and other delicate things. It is equipped with an electric pump that guarantees a constant supply of steam. Power is 1200 watts. At the same time, the manufacturer took care of the ergonomic and stylish design. The design has no defects. According to a statement from the developers, the model removes up to 99.9% of bacteria from clothes and furniture. In this case, the device involves smoothing things in a vertical and horizontal position. It takes 1 minute to get ready for work. The capacity is 70 milliliters, but you can add water without turning off the device from the outlet.

Reliable and good handheld garment steamer is offered by Mie, one of the leaders in this segment of household appliances. The Sofia model can heat up to 150 ℃, which is enough to work even with hard types of fabrics. Despite its compact size, the device has a power of 1300 watts, and guarantees deep penetration of steam into the fibers. The battery life is 8 minutes, which is enough to iron several shirts, dresses and pants.The cable length is 1.8 meters, so you don’t have to worry about the lack of an outlet in the immediate vicinity. The capacity of the water tank is 150 milliliters, which is twice as much as the budget steam brushes. At the same time, the powerful unit guarantees a high level of convenience and a long service life.

Best Handheld Steamer of 2020 - Tefal DT8135 Access Steam +. The premium device has a power of 1600 watts. At the same time, the device produces up to 26 grams of steam per minute, and works for 9 minutes. With such a device, you can tidy your clothes at any time, even during a long trip. Unlike inexpensive analogues, the sole of this model is made of cast aluminum, which indicates a long service life and high maneuverability when ironing different things. When working with delicate fabrics, it takes only a few minutes to smooth wrinkles. It takes 40 seconds to get ready for work.

This segment presents budget models designed for ironing things from soft and delicate fabrics. What determines the affordable price? Most often, a small capacity, water tank and ironing quality. Accordingly, we have collected the most worthy units of this category with fairly high-quality plastic irons, low performance and a small assortment of additional accessories. I would like to draw attention to the fact that many little-known brands, at the expense of build quality and materials, introduce many additional options into their products. This is not our story. We tried to focus on the optimal ratio of price and quality, since most budget models with an abundance of options are completely useless. So practice shows.

If you plan to buy an inexpensive vertical garment steamer, we recommend paying attention to the ECON ECO-BI1701S model. This device is made in a plastic case. There is a flexible hose, a fairly strong telescopic stand and a good nozzle with a holder. The shoulders are adjustable, but the build quality is clearly not perfect. A glove is also included. The power of this unit is 1700 W, and the water tank is about one and a half liters. This is enough for comfortable work for a long time. It takes only 30 seconds to get ready for work. The total weight of the model is 4.2 kilograms, which is quite a lot along with its analogues.

Among the worthy budget decisions, one cannot but include the Grand Master SJ-100A model. The device is convenient in operation, and has a sufficiently high power (2000 W) to meet the needs of ordinary customers. At the same time, an inexpensive, but good steamer copes with a variety of clothes: from delicate fabrics to jeans. The water compartment is 2 liters, there is a hanger. The design of the device has been improved taking into account the wishes of users. Now, to create the case used better materials. At the same time, the device received a very stylish design that fits into the interior design of any room.

Among the whole variety of budget models, it is difficult to find a really powerful and inexpensive steamer that can cope with dense types of fabrics. ENDEVER Odyssey Q-5 is one of the few devices with 2,200 watts in this price range. The water tank is 1.8 liters. Moreover, the maximum temperature of steam heating is 95 degrees. Productivity is 50 grams per minute.The only obvious flaw is the high noise level of 50 Hz. Additional benefits include surge protection, overheat protection, a double telescopic tube and a good stand.

The best low-cost garment steamer for 2020, in our opinion, is the Philips GC514 / 40 Easy Touch Plus model, whose performance is 32 g / min with a power of 1600 watts. The removable tank holds up to 1600 grams. Of course, these are not the highest indicators, but this brand is not trying to mislead high numbers. This is a truly effective tool with a large and high-quality nozzle sole, which is no less important than the final productivity. The device is quite effective: each movement involves smoothing a large area of ​​tissue. For convenience, three steam supply modes are implemented, which simplifies the operation process for different types of fabrics. The pluses include a good stand with height adjustment.

If the issue of price is not worth it, then you can pay attention to the segment of powerful models. Obviously, the devices described below are better suited for ironing various things, including from dense fabrics. Accordingly, their scope is wider than that of budget models. Choosing such units, we paid due attention to the material ironing, capacity and ease of use of equipment. It is worth noting that below are steamers that have many accessories and attract a number of additional options and technologies, without sacrificing quality and durability.

In the premium segment, Grand Master also has a worthy response to competitors - GM-Q5 Multi / T. This model was included in the rating of garment steamers due to high pressure, high-quality assembly and overall performance. The case of the model is made in a streamlined round shape. High-quality wheels are used for movement. Thanks to a transparent water tank, the user easily controls the process of flow of the coolant. Steam is supplied at a pressure of 3.5 bar. It is worth adding that the steam ironing model is made of stainless steel, which is not at risk of oxidation. In addition, steam passes through such a nozzle faster than in the case of simple metal. The total power is 1950 watts.

Traditionally, at least one model of this brand has been featured in the list of garment steamers every year. Rowenta does not pursue high numbers, but pays due attention to the safety, reliability and ease of use of its equipment. This is confirmed by the IS 9100 model, whose power is 1550 watts. The capacity of the water tank is 3.4 liters, which is enough for 170 minutes of continuous operation. Productivity in this case is 30 grams per minute. The obvious advantages of technology include a variety of nozzles: for textiles, hard fabrics and others. To protect against overheating, the device was equipped with automatic shutdown when not in use.

In the high-end segment, MIE pleased users with another multi-functional clothing model - Steam Master. Already in appearance and name you can understand that we are talking about a good steamer, which attracts an extensive number of functions. Implemented 9 modes of operation. Productivity reaches 80 grams per minute, and steam pressure 4.5 bar. Given the characteristics, for this device there are no restrictions in terms of scope. The model can be used not only for its intended purpose, but also as a horizontal iron.At the same time, the device effectively removes unpleasant odors, quickly refreshes linen, and provides vertical ironing of hard fabrics due to its high power.

The best garment steamer, according to rating.techinfus.com/en/, in 2020, was the Tefal IT3440 Pro Style. This device without any problems copes with ironing different things, disinfection and even cleaning of various wardrobe items. The device has a power of 1800 watts, and heats up in just 45 seconds. Capacity for water, taking into account performance, is enough for 50 minutes of operation. This is enough for most ordinary users. The volume of the water tank is 1.5 liters. There is no reason to blame on build quality either. The main advantage is ease of use. But performance is not the best - it's up to you.

This category contains vertical, more powerful models. With their help, you can iron curtains, curtains and outfits made of thick fabrics, including velor items, fur coats, and fur products. In addition, the benefits of productive steamers include support for disinfection. This is useful if there are allergies in the house that react negatively to dust in upholstered furniture, pillows, etc. The efficiency of removing bacteria in this case depends not only on power, but also on the technology of steam processing. When compiling the list, we took into account the opinions of experts, recommendations of consultants and reviews of real customers. Below are units that embody the ideal price / quality ratio and flagship models that can cope even with stubborn dirt and stains.

In the top of vertical steamers for the house, we decided to give positions to two models of the Italian brand at once. Why? Because it is truly a flagship quality. In addition, MIE does not save money on packaging. The Magic Style model includes accessories such as a fleecy brush, for velvet, for arrows, a heat-resistant mitt, for a collar. There is a case for nozzles, a hanger with high-quality velor coating. It takes 45 seconds to warm up this model with a total power of 2250 watts. Productivity is 85 grams per minute. Capacity for water - 1.7 liters.

The main advantages of this device are a stylish design, functionality and a long service life. The water tank is 1.8 liters. There is enough power to flawlessly iron different types of clothes. In addition, the manufacturer took care of the possibility of adjusting the heating temperature using a convenient rotary mechanism. There is a silicone hose with a flexible sole, an adjustable board with reliable shoulders, an extra brush and a number of other useful accessories. The advantages include good pressure and a loyal price tag. The package bundle is far from the best, but the nozzles are excellent.

The best home steamer for 2020 is the MIE Grande model, which, in our opinion, has all the necessary parameters to get the first position on our list. Firstly, the performance is 85 grams per minute. Secondly, the device is perfectly assembled - from expensive parts. Thirdly, the manufacturer paid due attention even to trifles, which undoubtedly affects the ease of use. The cable length is 2 meters. The operating pressure of the boiler is about 5 bar. The power of the iron is 360 watts, and the total power of 1920 watts. With all this, the Italian manufacturer offers excellent value for money.

First you need to understand the design and principle of operation of such a technique. Any steamer (regardless of price) consists of a heating element, a water tank, a steam generator and a hose through which steam enters the iron and then dissipates through clothing. The coolant enters the steam generator either by gravity, or under the action of a special pump. For this reason, we recommend focusing on the second type of model - they are faster and more efficient. Further, in order to understand how to choose a garment steamer, it is necessary to pay attention to a number of characteristics:

1. Power - for domestic purposes, it is enough from 1300 to 1700 watts. Based on user reviews, up to 75 milliliters of water evaporated in one minute is enough. It is important to note here that the quality and effectiveness of steaming depends not only on this characteristic. For this reason, sophisticated users rarely see the point of overpaying for power, as well as for electricity;

2. Water tank - the capacity may be different, and depends on the power. Fortunately, most modern models provide for the possibility of topping up water. Based on practical experience, such units are much more convenient. It is worth noting that budget models often require the use of only clean coolant, and quickly deteriorate when using contaminated tap water. More expensive models have special filters that protect the unit from increased rigidity of the coolant. This is a reasonable overpayment;

3. Ironing material - many ignore this parameter, because of which, after 2-3 applications of the equipment, they begin to complain about the convenience of operation. The sole of the iron is directly related to the quality of ironing. Experts recommend focusing on ceramic models with a large number of holes. Plastic irons quickly fail, and spray an unpleasant odor as part of intensive use;

4. Operating modes - budget models, as a rule, have only one operating mode for everyday use, and more expensive ones, up to 5 or more. Of course, premium models are more convenient. If the price issue isn’t worth it, pay attention to the mode switch in a convenient place.

5. Accessories - recently, many manufacturers are trying to stand out from competitors, not with ironing quality, but with generous equipment. Among the variety of optional accessories, you can find clamps for trousers, jackets and a protective mitten. In our opinion, a hanger is really useful for a vertical model.

Finally, I want to add that recently, universal models that support the functions of a steam iron, steamer and steam cleaner have been most in demand. Unfortunately, at present, representatives of this segment more often personify the very essence of marketing. Nevertheless, it is really rational to buy some such units from well-known brands if you live in a large house with children and pets. To summarize:

1. Good manual steamer - Tefal DT8135 Access Steam +;

2. Inexpensive garment steamer - Philips GC514 / 40 EasyTouch Plus;

3. Premium model for clothes - Tefal IT3440 Pro Style;

4. The best home steamer is MIE Grande.

Thus, prices for such equipment can be different, and are not always regulated only by performance. It’s important to understand that many brands are betting their reputation and they have something to lose. This suggests that premium models will definitely last a long time. If you are willing to take a chance, you know what characteristics you need to pay attention to first. Good luck.