Rating of the best hand steamers you can buy right now

Despite the fact that steamers appeared on the shelves of Russian stores a long time ago, they still have not gained much popularity. This is partly due to the fact that customers do not know what the device is for. Meanwhile, a powerful handheld steamer is able not only to put in order delicate things from delicate fabrics, but also to disinfect them, add volume and eliminate unpleasant odors.

The rating of handheld steamers presented below is aimed at all buyers, it has both budget models and representatives of the premium segment.

However, before proceeding directly to the description, we will tell you what parameters to rely on when choosing:

1. Maximum outlet pressure. A large pressure value contributes to a more active suppression of the activity of bacteria and improves the sterile effect. Acceptable - 2 or more bars.
2. Steam supply rate. This is determined by the amount of fluid consumed by the device per unit of time. There is the same simple pattern as in the previous case: the greater the steam consumption per minute, the better. Acceptable - 15-20 g / min, the best hand-held steamers for clothes are able to produce up to 45 g / min;
3. Possibility of manual adjustment of steam supply intensity. Budget models usually have one manufacturer-specified flow rate, which is not always convenient if, for example, you need to iron a product with a thicker cut;
4. The presence of protective systems that can prevent overheating of the device and its timely shutdown in case of lack of water.

Also, when choosing, it is recommended to pay attention to the configuration of the device, the presence of nozzles supplied with the steamer. For example, floor options are always equipped with a telescopic stand, optionally with scrapers, brushes, clamps and additional rails, which facilitate the hanging process. Manual rack steamers are devoid of, having only a brush and nozzle for ironing folds; when choosing in this case, the volume of the boiler container and the power of the steam jet supply come to the fore.

According to most experts, for home use it is better to choose manual options with the option of horizontal use, since they allow you to iron much more types of things, from curtains and curtains to dresses and jackets. Now that the key aspects of the work of steamers are briefly reviewed, we will move on to the rating of hand-held steamers for clothing in 2019.

Handheld Garment Steamers Rating

For ease of navigation and comparison of models, the rating is additionally divided by price criterion: there are steamers of budget, middle, and premium classes. What is noteworthy, expensive gadgets often do not outperform devices at a lower price, but from lesser-known manufacturers (especially Philips products).

Budget class steamers (costing up to 1,000-1,300 rubles)

This category presents the most technically simple models of steamers that are equipped with not very roomy boilers, do not have any additional options and functions, and in addition are usually poorly equipped. However, their relative cheapness does not mean at all that these steamers are bad: no, they just have a narrower specialty.

Kitfort KT-928

The classic representative of his class copes well with smoothing and disinfecting delicate and delicate fabrics, but the cotton device “will not take” - not enough power. The main field of activity of this device is work with shirts, shirts, trousers, skirts and other everyday things; it would be wrong to expect from him the perfect smoothing of a towel or a down jacket.

As a “quick” alternative, the iron is partially suitable, while it is indispensable on trips, as the size allows. It is worth noting that, despite the fact that the boiler can be opened even during the operation of the apparatus, it is not recommended to add cold water during the steaming process, this can negatively affect the state of the heating element. In a word, if a gadget is purchased exclusively for auxiliary purposes, it will justify the invested funds by 100%.

VLK Sorento 6200

According to most experts, this steamer is definitely one of the best representatives of the budget class, as it is equipped with a fairly capacious container. It delivers steam suitable for disinfection and is well equipped.

Outwardly resembling a regular electric kettle, this inexpensive steamer is able to quickly smooth out any cut pants (except for thick fishing variations), T-shirts, light sweatshirts and sweaters, and also shows good results when working with cotton items.

Small details (for example, ruffles) will not become a problem for the device at all, as well as synthetic things; as the manufacturer claims, using this steamer you can effectively disinfect things. After steaming, things become more “lush” and fresher in appearance.

Zimber ZM-10085

Despite the fact that this steamer clearly loses to several previous models at once, it shows decent results with both synthetic and cotton items, requiring, like other gadgets, their vertical position.

According to user reviews, the device comes in a box that indicates that the model has a power of 1,300 watts, and in those. The documentation has already given another figure, 700 watts. Probably, the real figure is the last one, since the steamer really heats the water for quite a long time, and it will take around 2.5 minutes to wait for the full steam supply from the nozzles.

This device shows the best results when working with small parts: at the same time, due to the small number of outlet openings and their relative accuracy, the steam purposefully enters the area of ​​clothes or furniture to be ironed. However, choosing devices from the position of the best price-quality ratio, we recommend that you consider other options, since alternative models have similar technical equipment parameters, but a lower price.

ENDEVER Odyssey Q-425

An ideal budget steamer for traveling and long trips: this device does not take up much space, allows the owner to produce not only horizontal but also vertical ironing, as well as use special nozzles for cleaning clothes.

It shows excellent results in the processing of wool, synthetics, synthetic winterizer, viscose and other delicate fabrics; the process of steaming things of a thicker cut can be delayed, since such a small working volume of liquid does not allow the steamer to work for more than 5 minutes. Objectively speaking, the size of the boiler is both a plus and a minus of the device, because if it were larger, the gadget would no longer be so ergonomic and mobile.

The Chinese manufacturer pleasantly surprises customers and is enclosed with a brush for cleaning nozzles; with its help to get rid of a microfiber pillow and small bristle brushes from coiled hair or wool is not difficult.

Mid-range devices (costing from 1,300 to 3,000 rubles)

The absolute majority of handheld steamers belongs to this group, they have better technical characteristics than the devices described above, are made of higher quality materials (they may have metal inserts), and a removable liquid tank may be provided in the design, rather than built-in .

A kind of indicator of a higher class of the device is the built-in anti-drip system, which prevents the leakage of liquid from the container from the nozzles when the device is tilted.

MIE Graze

One of the few steamers that is initially positioned as a reliable travel assistant. MIE has repeatedly stated in numerous announcements that it’s not possible to replace the iron with this device, but to smooth things out of fine knitwear, synthetics, straighten complex elements on dresses and give them volume without significant problems.In short, this gadget is a classic “road” steamer, playing the role of an auxiliary tool.

It will not be possible to smooth out overdried things with its help, but it is not difficult to bring simple wardrobe items crumpled after lying in a closet or suitcase into cotton, silk and mixed cut simple wardrobe items. It should be noted that, unlike the models described above, the design provides a lock for the steam release button, which is convenient enough if you need to process some area within a few minutes.

Unfortunately, you cannot use the device in a horizontal position. However, the obvious advantage of the device is the presence of the "Anti-drop" system, which allows you to work with the steamer at any angle.

MIE piccolo

The home version of the steamer from the company MIE differs not only in the significantly increased volume of the boiler compartment, but also in the absence of an anti-drip system, and the possibility of using this device as a teapot. Such multitasking is more likely to the detriment of the gadget, since the steamer copes with its direct duties worse than the Graze model.

Clearly, things are fine with thin fabrics, such as viscose or synthetics, excellent with complex elements (pleated, frill, etc.), but if it comes to processing linen or cotton products, then the surface of things remains with small dents, which give the impression that the thing is not just stroked, but already worn.

However, there are positive aspects in the work of the gadget: the increased length of the power cord allows the owner to steam tulle, curtains, curtains from loose materials, which will not only positively affect their condition, but will also disinfect them. It also handles suede and leather shoes very well, the effect of steam helps to quickly remove salt stains and give a fresh look to the shoes.

Kitfort KT-916

One of the most ergonomic devices in its class is characterized by a very comfortable grip and futuristic design (primarily due to the selected color scheme). Also included is a very practical anti-static nozzle.

Despite the fact that the output power indicators are quite low (still 20 g / min is a low consumption rate), the effect of processing skirts, shirts, T-shirts and trousers is surprisingly the same as that of MIE devices. However, steaming tight trousers and sweaters already requires the consumption of two full containers, and for jackets and windbreakers you will need to spend around four to five.

It should be noted that the market currently offers the second version of this model, Kitfort KT-916-2, which differs, firstly, by the presence of touch buttons on the back of the device, and secondly, it is equipped with two steaming modes against one of the described .This representative of the last generation costs a little more - about 1 850 rubles.

Philips GC300 / 20

A very mediocre device for its price, which, in comparison with the ENDEVER Odyssey Q-425, cannot be used for horizontal steaming, as the manufacturer does not provide an anti-drop system. More or less not bad, this steamer succeeds in processing and ironing the lightest fabrics (synthetics and chiffon), however, it manages frankly poorly with things of a different cut and thicker performance.

Despite the weakness of the flow coming out of the nozzles, the gadget perfectly contributes to the elimination of unpleasant odors, ingrained in clothing, as well as the disinfection of the treated surface. It works very delicately with delicate fabrics without damaging them; T-shirts, knitwear are steamed in 5-7 minutes, shirts - in 10-15 minutes of continuous operation of the device.

Summarizing the above, we can say that this steamer is suitable only as an auxiliary portable tool for short trips and trips and has an exorbitantly high price.

Polaris PGS 1412C

Another “road” steamer, which has a very small value of the potential usable volume, low power output and poor functional equipment. This device is suitable only for decorative and delicate fabrics; it can be used as a kind of freshener for hastily folded things. It is simply pointless to steam sweaters, thick trousers or jeans with it.

A potential buyer will certainly be pleased with the fact that the device is protected from scale formation inside, so when traveling, you won’t have to think about the quality of the water poured into the boiler. In practice, it has been established that a value of 0.08-0.09 L is enough for one women's lightweight blouse of size M, or a men's synthetic shirt of size S. To process things of a larger volume, one working volume will not be enough.

It would be naive to consider him as a full-fledged home assistant, who is able to partially assume the responsibilities of an iron, since his power is enough only to handle thin-cut things.

Premium segment (the cost of steamers exceeds 3,000 rubles)

Models of this class stand out on the market not only by price, but also by the level of technical equipment: advanced technologies, build quality and materials - all this distinguishes them from more democratic competitors.

RUNZEL VAG-150 Jatten

One of the best hand-held steamers on the market in general (one of the top best-selling steamers of 2019), since in comparison with all the devices described above it is able to iron well even quite demanding to the level of temperature when ironing fabrics. Perhaps the process of processing one “difficult” thing can take up to 10-15 minutes, but there will be no dents or extra hands.

The only drawback is the lack of an anti-drip system, as a result of which the steamer can only be used in an upright position. The manufacturer also worried about the presence of a latch, thanks to which you can not keep your finger on the steam button constantly, but only hold the gadget itself.

Most owners note that the device shows good results when working with furniture, car covers and hard leather substitutes, but the processing time, for example, of one case varies from an hour to two.

Philips GC351 / 20 Steam & Go

Positioning itself as a road version of the steamer, the Philips device with relatively weak technical characteristics surprisingly copes with its direct tasks much better than all the previous compact models described. At the same time, the device differs from them in almost a unique function that makes it stand out on the market: water can be poured into the steamer directly during the processing of things, and after 60 seconds it will already be available for use.

Relatively bad, the gadget steams only the toughest textile things, for example, thick curtains or thickened cotton jackets and trousers, although if you process this or that thing for more time, you can still achieve a positive effect.

Philips GC361 / 20 Steam & Go

The latest generation of “road” steamers from Philips is significantly different from the previous one in terms of the quality of processing things, and this taking into account the fact that even the predecessor GC351 / 20 coped well even with cotton things. This steamer is capable of not only disinfecting and ironing sweaters and sweaters in a very high quality, but it can even cope with the standard thickness of the curtains.

The increased density of technological holes allows the device to rationally direct the steam flow and more precisely process the surface of a particular thing; a huge plus of this device is the presence of an anti-drop system, as a result, it can be used for horizontal ironing, and therefore the task of marking the arrows on trousers with its help is simplified as much as possible.

The model is ideal for both refreshing things and disinfecting them. With proper dexterity and patience with the help of a steamer, it will turn out to give freshness even to a thick coat; synthetic and other light things go through them very quickly. The only obstacle may be the high price of the device, however, if on the road really often there is a need for this kind of gadget, it is worth stopping the choice on it.

In conclusion, it is worth saying that it is worth approaching the choice of a steamer consciously, first of all having understood for what purposes it is acquired.If the gadget is bought on the road, then you should pay attention to its quality of processing already ironed things, since by definition it will not be able to iron out very dry items as well as an iron. Home options should be more demanding: for such devices it should not be a problem to iron a shirt, process and freshen a sweater or jeans.