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- Best steam iron, but expensive Rowenta Advancer DZ9080 *Est. $120
- Mid-priced steam iron Rowenta Focus DZ5080 *Est. $80
- Basic steam iron Panasonic NI-S300TR *Est. $25
- Cordless steam iron Panasonic Cordless NI-L70SR *Est. $70
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Mid-priced steam iron
- Produces lots of steam
- Tapered tip makes ironing around buttons easy
- Vertical steam for curtains
- Expensive
- Heavy
- Water reservoir needs frequent refills
Though expensive, Rowenta irons receive higher ratings than other brands from owners posting reviews to retailer websites. The Rowenta Focus DZ5080 includes the 400 steam vents and tapered tip (for easier ironing around buttons) Rowenta irons are known for, and it has a vertical steam option for steaming curtains or hanging garments. The self-cleaning system allows the iron to be used with tap water (rather than distilled) and LED lights indicate whether the iron is at the correct temperature for a particular fabric. User reviews for this model are very positive overall, but owners note that it is quite heavy and the large amount of steam it produces requires it to be filled with water very frequently. A more expensive Rowenta iron, the Rowenta Advancer DZ9080 (*Est. $120) costs even more, but has a larger water tank and includes digital controls.
The Rowenta Focus DZ5080 isn't included in professional steam iron tests, but it does receive a total of about 160 user reviews at Amazon.com and Buzzillions.com. Overall, owners seem pleased with the steam iron's performance, but as with all irons, there are some complaints about durability and leaking.
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1. Amazon.com
About 130 owners rate and comment on the Rowenta Focus DZ5080 at Amazon.com, where the iron receives an average of four stars out of five. Some users complain that the iron is heavy and a few report reliability problems, but most say they are satisfied.
Review: Rowenta DZ5080 Focus Stainless-Steel 1700-Watt Iron, Contributors to Amazon.com
The Rowenta Focus DZ5080 receives an average of 4.3 stars (out of five) in more than 30 reviews at Buzzillions.com. Users say the iron is quick and efficient but the large amount of steam it produces means that it must be refilled frequently. There are a few reports of early breakdowns and leaks.
Review: Rowenta Focus Iron, Contributors to Buzzillions.com
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