No single iron can handle ironing as quickly and efficiently as a steam generator. For those to whom this process still resembles hard labor, we picked up 5 new models of irons with a separate boiler from the best manufacturers of household appliances.
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Philips GC 9410/60 - light iron without temperature
The tandem of a powerful steam generator and a lightweight half-kilogram iron can easily cope with a capricious crumpled cloth.
The 2.5 liter tank for refueling allows you to not be distracted from ironing, even if there is a lot of laundry. At the same time the iron is ready to use in a couple of minutes. Hostesses will appreciate the ease of descaling - Phillips himself will filter the water and remind you that it is time to drain the sediment.
Pros:
- Optimally selected temperature that does not require adjusting the iron for different fabrics.
- It is possible to regulate the flow of steam.
- The iron itself is lightweight (0.5 kg) and slides well on the surface of the linen.
- Steam blow "punches" up to 4 layers of fabric.
- The possibility of vertical steaming things.
- Auto Shutdown System - For Forgetful.
- Scratch-resistant outsole.
Minuses:
- High cost (28,000 rubles).
- The tank is not removable, so you have to drag the entire base under the crane.
- The lock button is hard, not everyone can handle it the first time.
Tefal GV8976 - smart iron
The steam generator with separate steam supply on the sole and the spout of the iron is a real wagon. It will cope with the ironing of any thing, and the new Smart technology allows it to choose the optimal combination of temperature and steam strength for each type of fabric.
A nice bonus is a frontal spray that softens complex folds. Now they can be smoothed in one movement.
Pros:
- Vertical steam function.
- Automatic cable winder.
- Split steam blow - on the sole 450 g / min and 360 in the nozzle.
- Fast heating and reaching maximum power in just 2 minutes.
- Boiler tank removable.
- There is a special collector for collecting scale.
Minuses:
- Temperature settings are configured manually - for the "smart" model is a drawback.
- Despite the presence of a compartment for scale, it is better to pour purified water into the boiler.
Braun IS 7056 BK - Professional Model
Cumbersome, but powerful device, designed for use in the studio and laundry. However, if you have a big family and a lot of things that are difficult to iron, this iron will be useful at home.
Here, the steam generator creates a pressure of 7.5 bar and provides a steam blow of 450 g / min. A removable two-liter tank allows you to iron without a break up to 4 hours.
Pros:
- Quietly working.
- Automatically selects the appropriate temperature for each item.
- Modes are set with buttons on the steam generator housing.
- Ultra resistant to scratch iron sole.
- On the spout made additional steam holes.
- Power saving mode (for a model with a consumption of 2.4 kW is important).
- Turbo mode - for steaming the most disobedient things and creases from the clothesline.
- There are all the basic protection - from scale, leakage, as well as automatic shutdown of the iron, if you forget about it.
Minuses:
- Too large steam generator.
- High cost - 30 thousand rubles on the official site.
BOSCH TDS8040 ProHygienic - Super Powerful Steam Generator
An iron with a 2.4 kW boiler creates a powerful steam blow at 500 g / min, smoothing out “difficult” folds even on very dense fabric and multi-layered things.
The rich functionality and thought-out descaling system make using this model easier and more convenient.And the ECO mode will reduce energy consumption and water consumption by a quarter.
Pros:
- High discharge pressure (7 bar).
- A sufficient volume of a removable tank - filling 1.8 liters will last for three hours.
- Scratch resistant and good sliding sole.
- Informative control panel on the steam generator housing.
- Vertical steam mode to care for delicate items and fur clothing.
- Auto power off after 30 seconds in a horizontal position and after 8 minutes of immobility - on the "heel".
- The steam generator itself cleans the water from scale and notifies when it is time to remove the accumulated debris.
- A wide range of modes - from standard adjustments to intelligent selection of temperature and intensity of steam supply.
- The reliable lock fixing the iron at station when carrying.
- Excellent thermal insulation steam hose.
Minuses:
- The price of 22 thousand rubles., Although not transcendental, but still bites.
- No anti-droplet system and splashing function.
- High power consumption, even in the ECO mode, as a payback for unprecedented power.
MIE Stiro 1200 - inexpensive and reliable
This model is positioned as a professional, although its characteristics are quite “homemade”. A power below 2 kW and a pressure of 3.5 bar can hardly be called impressive, but for most families this is the best option.
Non-killing stainless steel boiler, clear control panel and a volume of 1.2 liters sufficient for normal ironing distinguish MIE Stiro from other unreasonably powerful and expensive models.
Pros:
- Ability to enable / disable automatic steam supply.
- Simple and convenient control panel with two buttons and indicator lights.
- The rotary temperature controller is habitually located on the iron itself.
- Non-slip cork handle.
- Vertical suspension for steam hose.
- The tank of the steam generator is made of stainless steel - it just does not crack and does not flow.
- Vertical steam function (you will have to additionally buy a special nozzle).
- Easily strokes 4-6 layers of fabric.
- Relatively affordable price (16500 rubles).
- "Long-running" warranty from the manufacturer - 3 years.
Minuses:
- No anti-droplet system and auto power off.
- No anti-scale protection.
- Heavy - iron weight 1.3 kg.
- The non-removable water tank, and the steam generator itself is not particularly transportable.
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