Compare Steam Irons
Updated October 2011
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Features
UPC
MPN
Cord or cordless
Wattage
3-way auto shutoff
Spray mist
Adjustable steam
Bust-of-steam button
Vertical steaming
Anti-drip system
Self-cleaning
Soleplate
Features
Weight (pounds)
Water capacity (ounces)
Color
Warranty
Brand
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Best steam ironPros: very good user reviews, lCD monitor and digital readout, three-way auto shutoff, beeps when temperature is reachedCons: some durability complaints050875519381D2030Corded1,500YesYesYesYesYesYesYesN/ADigital monitor, audible temperature alerts, motion-sensitive auto-off3.9 pounds shipping weightN/ASilver/GrayOne yearBlack & Decker -
No-frills ironPros: inexpensive, stainless-steel soleplate, lightweight, pivoting cord, transparent water tankCons: small water tank, no variable steam control, some reliability issues050875535893F1060Corded1,500YesYesNoYesYesYesYesStainless steelTransparent water tank, 360-degree pivoting cord2.8N/AN/AN/ABlack & Decker
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Cordless ironPros: cordless, detachable water reservoir, lightweightCons: not as good for heavy fabrics, must be returned to base to reheat00037988741458NIL70SRCordless1,500NoYesYesYesYesYesYesStainless steelRetractable cord on charging base, detachable water tank2.25.1White/green1 yearPanasonic
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Steam generatorPros: continuous steam for 90 minutes, six-foot steam hose, vertical/horizontal steamCons: bulky, takes 10 minutes to heat up, no water-level indicator, must be empty before refilling014501155602DG5030Cord1,750YesYesYesYesYesYesYesN/ALarge water tank for 1 ½ hours of continuous steam, 6-foot steam hose, ergonomic trigger2.5 pounds33 ouncesGrayOne yearRowenta
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Travel ironPros: lightweight, burst-of-steam button, vertical steam function, dual voltage, good for small projects, handle folds flatCons: small water tank, not great for heavy fabrics014501156067DA1560Cord1,000NoNoN/AYesYesNoNoN/A400-hole soleplate, dual-voltage switch, folds flat in travel pouch1.5 pounds2 ouncesPurple/silverOne yearRowenta
