A person is always met according to his clothes, even if he is on vacation or has arrived on a business trip and has just got off the train. Not the fact that the hotel will be a working iron, which you will be given on demand. Therefore, it is better to immediately take along a road flat to always look neat. We propose to choose a suitable model from the novelties of this year.
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Zelmer ZIR01000 - a small iron with “adult” functionality
Road iron with anti-drip system and self-cleaning of scale - a rare combination. This can be taken with you to the village wilderness, where filtered water for refueling is not found, but you need to iron the clothes.
High for a road builder, the power of 1.1 kW and the rich functionality of the model will also delight - with a steam iron Zelmer ZIR, you can easily iron out even resistant linen and costume fabrics.
Pros:
- Heats up quickly and well ironed off capricious things thanks to the power of 1100 watts.
- Adjustable steam supply - up to a maximum of 15 g / min.
- Good “blow” power (75 g / min).
- A huge number of steam holes - around the perimeter of the sole.
- On the case there is a switch for operation on 115 and 220 volt mains.
- Thanks to the well-designed leakage protection, water does not flow out of the capillaries of the sole or tank.
- The long cord (1.9 m) has a hinge and rubber lining from chafing.
- The possibility of vertical steaming things.
Minuses:
- The small volume of the reservoir is 40 ml, which makes it necessary to pour water more often.
- The price of 1,700 rubles for a road builder is not low, although taking into account the build quality and functionality, it is quite acceptable.
Vitek VT-1227 PK - travel iron with sprinkler
A new incarnation of one of the Vitek hits is thought out to the smallest detail: there is a sprinkler and automatic steam supply, protection against scale and a folding handle.
At its low cost, the VT-1227 RK can boast with a sufficient power of 1 kW and a non-stick coating on the sole.
Such a model is worth taking on vacation or a long trip - it will replace a full-sized iron and cope with ironing any items from your wardrobe.
Pros:
- The device is powerful enough for a road model and easily smoothes thick fabrics - both with and without steaming.
- It is convenient to transport the iron thanks to the folding handle and a cover for transportation (goes in a set).
- There is a front sprinkler, which is rare for tourist models.
- The non-stick sole does not leave glossy marks on clothes and slides well on any matter.
Minuses:
- No anti-droplet system.
- The inconvenient location of the filling hole is on the handle, which is why water sometimes leaks.
- Not the lowest cost - 1700 rubles, while its predecessor with similar characteristics, but without the prefix "RK" can be bought for a thousand.
Polaris PIR 1007T - gives maximum steam
This device can work with any fabric - from delicate to thick costume. Its power, though small, compared to full-size models, but it has a smooth temperature control and a huge number of steam holes.
In addition, it provides for the possibility of a constant steam supply, as well as an impact intensity of 100 g / min.
Pros:
- Heats up quickly and cools just as quickly.
- Well iron out things from any materials without burning them.
- Durable and durable stainless steel outsole slides easily.
- Does not leak and does not spray water.
- The sole is densely dotted with steam passages.
- Copes with vertical and horizontal steam.
- It can be used not only on the road, but also at home - it can easily iron out bed linen and other large items.
Minuses:
- The volume of the tank (50 ml) with good steam consumption is insufficient.
Supra IS-2701 - budget model for all types of fabrics
This inexpensive iron will quickly cope with ironing thanks to its 1 kW power and steam boost function.
It is worth looking at it for those who on the road are forced not only to refresh their shirts, but also to iron thick things like jeans, woolen suits and lined jackets. Manual adjustment of the steam supply will allow you to choose the optimal mode for any material.
Pros:
- There is a constant supply of steam and the possibility of its adjustment.
- Steam boost helps to smooth dense tissue.
- Folding handle, traditional for road models.
- Very light - weighs less than half a kilo.
- Non-stick layer on the sole will eliminate the trouble when ironing synthetics.
- Low price - only 650 rubles.
Minuses:
- No additional features or protections are provided.
VITEK VT-8303 VT with a ceramic sole
This iron is a real tourist, able to work both from a standard 220 V socket and from a 110-volt "American".
Ceramic outsole will keep things from burning and the appearance of yellow scorches, besides, it will easily slide over the surface of the fabric. A constant supply of steam and a blow with a capacity of 90 g / min will cope with over-dried things and complex folds.
Pros:
- Very light - its weight is only 450 grams.
- Has the capacious tank for water on 70 ml.
- Good glides on the surface of matter.
- Comes with a measuring cup for pouring and a transport case.
- There is a switch 220/110 V.
- 2 m long power cord.
- Vertical steam function.
Minuses:
- Not cheap for a road iron (1600 rubles).
- No anti-drop protection and auto power off.
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