Steam Iron Buying Guide

Regular clothes irons can’t get the job done like a powerful steam iron.
And one of the main reasons is the digital display on a steam iron.

The display gives you flexibility to use accurate temperature and fabric
settings. A feature like this often increases the life of your clothing.

The homezene team put together a list with the latest top performers
based on customer reviews.
Features To Consider
Water tank capacity – this indicates the number of clothes you can iron per full tank.

Wattage – the higher the wattage, the quicker and hotter the iron gets.

Soleplate type – it determines how steam and heat are distributed to iron out wrinkles. Ceramic,
stainless steel is more versatile when compared to titanium, non-sticky, aluminium.

Weight of the iron – it should be light weight for ease of use

Safety Features – prefer one with an automatic shut off after a period of inactivity
Features To Consider
Why Should a Person Opt for a Steam Iron?

Steam irons are the best solution for removing stubborn wrinkles on fabric. It helps you get the commercial
finish to your fabrics at home. It is better to choose a steam iron instead of normal one – because its
versatility ensures you can easily deal with any kind of fabric. Advantages of steam iron over normal one are
– durability, finish, easy to use, steam generation can reduce even stubborn wrinkles.

How to Choose a Steam Iron?

In today’s world, consumers are spoilt with smart choices and technologies. Even choosing a common
household appliance like steam iron is nothing less than picking a needle in the haywire. That is why it is
important to analyze your requirements before opting a steam iron. It gives a clear idea what features you
would like to have in steam iron and your preferences.
Types of Steam Iron
Based on sole plate material, steam capacity, weight, size and other features, steam irons are
divided into 3 categories. All these types have shown best results of removing wrinkles however,
some of them produced more steam and glided more easily, providing a better job than others.
Below, we have mentioned them clearly for your convenience…

Conventional Steam Irons

These steam irons produce a small amount of hot steam which remove the wrinkles and iron the
fabric. Most of the features that were once available only in expensive ones are now available in
less experience steam irons as well. Normal tap water can be used for making steam – as these
machines contain resin filters or anti-calcium valves.
Types of Steam Iron
Steam Ironing Systems

These type of ironing systems have constant flow of steam in high-pressure volumes. They take a lot of
space than any other conventional iron. They can be placed over a rack or chair at the end of ironing board.
These ironing systems take a lot of time for heating up. Some of these devices don’t have the option of
automatic turn off if it is left unattended. Due to good steam production, this iron will remove all the stubborn
wrinkles even on dry linen fabric. These systems usually don’t have spray functionality but the steam flow is
high enough.

Cordless Irons

These type of irons are similar to conventional ones however; they don’t have a power cord. Usually, these
irons are not impressive enough in terms of providing performance. However, if you are travelling
somewhere they can be taken with you. They come with battery and it can be recharged as per requirement.
Types of Steam Iron
Steam Ironing Systems

These type of ironing systems have constant flow of steam in high-pressure volumes. They take a lot of
space than any other conventional iron. They can be placed over a rack or chair at the end of ironing board.
These ironing systems take a lot of time for heating up. Some of these devices don’t have the option of
automatic turn off if it is left unattended. Due to good steam production, this iron will remove all the stubborn
wrinkles even on dry linen fabric. These systems usually don’t have spray functionality but the steam flow is
high enough.

Cordless Irons

These type of irons are similar to conventional ones however; they don’t have a power cord. Usually, these
irons are not impressive enough in terms of providing performance. However, if you are travelling
somewhere they can be taken with you. They come with battery and it can be recharged as per requirement.