Repulse wrinkles on any clothes: TOP 5 best irons with a steam generator

The steam station of the German company Bosch is distinguished by a bright yellow-white coloring. The iron is connected by a water hose to a 1.5 liter tank, which allows you to work with large batches of underwear and clothes. You can add liquid to the container directly during ironing and steaming.

The power of the Bosch Serie I2 TDS2120 heating element is 2400 W, which contributes to the rapid heating of the sole and water. Steam is formed already in the iron itself (flow vaporization) and is supplied with a pressure of 4.5 bar. In a constant mode, its supply occurs with an intensity of up to 110 g / min, and with steam shock SteamBoost — 200 g / min.

The sole temperature setting provides two positions: the universal ironing programme i-Temp Advanced, which is suitable for most types of fabric, including delicate ones, and Turbo mode. There are also three settings for the intensity of steam generation: eco (reduces electricity costs), medium and powerful flow.

At the maximum parameters, the quality of smoothing does not cause complaints from users. But in other modes, the amount of steam may not be enough, for example, to eliminate strong folds and effective vertical steaming.

The Bosch Serie I2 TDS2120 offers a convenient descaling programme Calc'nclean Easy. A special timer indicator notifies about the need to start it. Included with the device is a container in which it is necessary to install an iron during the cleaning of accumulated deposits.

The iron has a light weight and a comfortable handle. The sole of the model is made of ceramic (Palladium Glissee), which contributes to easy sliding and fast operation. The sound indication adds informativeness to the work. And with convenient storage and carrying, compartments for the power cord and water pipe help.

The fly in the ointment is the inability to put the iron vertically (it is to this part of the housing that the water hose is connected), which many users will probably have to get used to for a long time. The situation is aggravated by the fact that Auto-shut-off secure is triggered after 8 minutes of downtime, so the device should only be placed on a special stand.

Otherwise, the Bosch Serie I2 TDS2120 is an interesting low-cost solution among models with a steam generator. It is simple and convenient both in ironing and in care.

Representing the Philips PerfectCare line provides delicate care for different types of fabric by supporting OptimalTEMP technology. It is marked with a Woolmark certificate confirming the gentle ironing and steaming of woolen products. This development also eliminates the risk of damage to any clothing, which made it possible to abandon the use of traditional heating temperature adjustment discs.

The model is available in two colour options: the black and blue version is designated GC 8735, and the white and beige version is GC 8750.

The Philips PerfectCare Performer GC 8735 iron complements the removable 1.8-liter water tank. On the lower edge of the housing there is a compartment for storing the water supply hose. The glass-ceramic sole SteamGlide Plus guarantees smooth sliding and will not suffer from metal fittings on clothes.

The iron is equipped with an ergonomic SoftGrip handle. It provides both a comfortable ironing process and safe carrying of the steam generator (together with the use of the Carry Lock).

You can start working with Philips PerfectCare Performer GC 8735 two minutes after switching on: The heating element of the iron is heated enough to turn the supplied water into steam. Continuous steam generation at a pressure of 6.5 bar occurs at a speed of 120 g/min, and the steam stroke power reaches 420 g/min, which allows you to effectively steam things vertically.

According to reviews, the device smoothes various clothes well: shirts, sweaters, blouses, bed linen, speeding up the process against the background of using conventional household irons. At the same time, users note that there is a significant delay between pressing the steam supply button and its exit from the sole, which needs to be adjusted to.

The model provides two main modes of operation: normal and eco (to save electricity, which, taking into account the power of 2600 watts, will not hurt), as well as the Smart Calc Clean self-cleaning programme. The iron will inform you about the need to descale itself (with an indicator and an audible alarm). To apply the cleaning programme, the model is equipped with a special container into which accumulated deposits fall.

The manufacturer claims that the device turns off automatically when idle for 5 minutes and it is quite safe to leave it on ironing boards in a horizontal position, which is also facilitated by OptimalTEMP technology. But still, the lack of vertical parking, familiar and beloved by many users, is a disadvantage of the model.

Philips PerfectCare Performer GC 8735 is one of the best flow steam generators on the market, which will provide high—quality ironing and gentle care for various types of fabric.

This Bosch model belongs to the category of steam generators with a boiler. From a 1.4-liter removable tank, water enters the station, where it is heated, and then steam is supplied directly to the iron through a hose.

Thanks to the high power of 3,100 watts, the Bosch Sensixx DS38 TDS3831 is able to generate dry and hot steam 2 minutes after starting work. The pressure reaches 6.5 bar, and continuous feeding is carried out at a speed of 120 g/min. Thanks to a powerful steam shock of 400 g / min, it is possible to effectively remove creases on dense fabrics, smooth even laundry folded 2-3 times, perform vertical steaming.

The iron received a CeraniumGlissee ceramic sole. It glides perfectly and has numerous holes for steam to escape. The user has a choice of 8 ironing programs, including "Wool" (it is approved by Woolmark, which confirms the delicate care) and Hygiene (designed for the hygienic treatment of things and the removal of bacteria).

If you need to quickly iron various things, you should choose the universal auto programme i-Temp Advanced. To save electricity and water, the Bosch Sensixx DS38 TDS3831 also has an eco mode.

The Calc'nclean Perfect system allows you to deal with deposits in the boiler and the iron itself. A special indicator notifies about the need for descaling. The procedure boils down to cleaning the collector collecting deposits in the boiler, as well as launching the Calc'nclean programme for washing the iron.

Despite the clear and simple descaling procedure, the device is quite demanding on water quality. If it is very rigid, then it is possible to supply water instead of or together with steam, which users periodically complain about. The optimal solution in this case is to fill the water filtered with a jug.

The useful features of the Bosch Sensixx DS38 TDS3831 include informative indication and audible alarm of operation, auto-off after 8 minutes of downtime, easy fixing of the iron at the station, the presence of a stand for horizontal placement and a compartment for storing the network cable.

In general, the richness of settings and high overall efficiency make the model a good solution for ironing and steaming, provided the water used is of normal quality.

Braun's ironing system presents the premium CareStyle 7 Pro line, which includes models with steam generators. The device is equipped with a 2-liter removable water tank, a boiler where steam is generated, and an iron with a 3D Sapfir sole. The latter is made of an alloy of various metals, including aluminium, which allows you to combine high strength and lightness.

Braun Careestyle 7 Pro IS 7056 with a power of 2400 watts is capable of producing steam at a pressure of 7.5 bar. Continuous feeding is carried out at a speed of 125 g/min, and steam shock reaches 450 g/min. Such indicators allow minimizing the time spent on ironing, vertical steaming and disinfection of various types of fabric, ranging from synthetics and wool, and ending with "naughty" cotton, denim and linen.

The settings of the iron are minimized. Three work programmes are proposed. Eco will reduce energy consumption and carefully handle delicate items. iCare mode is universal, it is applicable with most types of clothing. Turbo is suitable for the most difficult creases and/or accelerated ironing.

The Braun Careestyle 7 Pro IS 7056 iron is equipped with a descaling container. The indicator notifies about the presence of contamination and the need to rinse the boiler with clean water.

An anti-drip system (anti-drop) is also implemented in the device. It is designed to eliminate the appearance of stains on clothes due to accidental leakage of water.

The ironing system turns off automatically after 10 minutes if left idle. The Easy lock locking button allows you to safely carry the device, which prevents the iron from falling off the steam generator platform.

The model received holders for placing the power cable and steam cord along the body. Since the wires are not hidden, the Braun Careestyle 7 Pro IS 7056 looks rather bulky. But given the large capacity of the water tank, this should be attributed to a flaw. And the only disadvantage of an iron with a steam generator is the high price, which, by the way, does not prevent this premium product from being among the most popular models on the market.

The representative of the Pro Express line of Tefal confidently leads in sales in the market of irons with a steam generator.

The model attracts attention with its appearance. The stylish blue-black case is complemented by thoughtful solutions for storage and transportation. There is a protective cover that protects the iron like a helmet for a motorcyclist's head, a separate carrying handle, a compartment for a steam cord and automatic winding of a 1.8-metre network cable, as in vacuum cleaners.

Tefal Pro Express GV 9080 received a high-pressure boiler providing steam flow at a pressure of up to 7.5 bar. In continuous mode, it supplies steam at a speed of 120 g/min, which contributes to efficient ironing. A powerful steam shock of 500 g / min will help with vertical steaming and leveling of stubborn folds.

The ceramic sole helps to reduce the time spent on ironing: the iron easily slides over any things and is not afraid of various, including metal fittings. The model is equipped with a 1.6-liter removable water tank, which can be replenished during operation.

Tefal Pro Express GV 9080 has 5 temperature settings according to the type of fabric: synthetic, silk, wool, cotton and linen. The latter programme provides the greatest heating and steam generation. Additionally, eco mode is offered. It allows you to reduce energy consumption by 20% from the maximum, which is 2400 watts.

The cleaning system presented by the Calc collector simplifies the descaling process. All the hassle comes down to its periodic removal and washing under water. There is also an anti-drip system Protect System in the model, which retains water in the sole and is responsible for its output only in the form of steam.

The disadvantage of Tefal Pro Express GV 9080 is the high cost. But it fully corresponds to the functionality and capabilities of the iron. If the price issue is critical, then you should look at the younger model Tefal Pro Express Care GV 9070 . It has different colours, has three temperature modes instead of five and is not equipped with a protective cover.