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Wrinkled clothes look messy and untidy, and this problem is usually solved with the help of an iron. But what to do if a thing is wrinkled that is problematic to iron? The best solution in this case would be to use a steamer. This device was originally invented to restore the shape of felt hats. A patent for it was received in 1940 by the American company Jiffy Steamer. Since then, the area of ​​use of steamers has only expanded, and now it is impossible to imagine any atelier or dry cleaner without this electrical appliance. The steamer is so convenient that many people buy it at home and almost completely refuse to use the iron, leaving only large-sized bed linen to its share. There are several types of steamers, which are endowed with a variety of functions. Different manufacturers share this niche, presenting new models every year.

Types of steamers

All steamers have the same principle of operation: hot steam smoothes wrinkles and disinfects the fabric. Globally, there are two types of devices:

Often, in addition to the main function, steamers can perform several parallel functions, such as cleaning fabric sofas, armchairs, mattresses; disinfection of soft toys; in the presence of nozzles — washing various surfaces, for example, windows; removal of mold in tile joints, etc.

Best Inexpensive Handheld Steamers

Kitfort KT-916

This inexpensive baby weighing 900 g has a decent enough tank, designed for 0.26 liters of water. The 1.7 m power cord seems a bit short to some. The steamer is made of high-quality plastic, it fits comfortably and pleasantly in the hand, but the water tank opens a little inconveniently. The maximum rate of steam supply is 20 g / min at a power of 1000 watts. For dense fabrics, outerwear, jeans, the device is rather weak, but copes with clothes made of ordinary fabric with a bang. The kit comes with additional nozzles: one has a hard bristle and is used to remove hair from clothes — a must-have for dog breeders and cat owners, and the second has a patch with an antistatic effect and removes spools from clothes.

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Kelli KT-312

A good inexpensive steamer with a power of 1300 W, with a tank as much as half a liter. It comes with one additional nozzle, with a very interesting function — if nothing needs to be steamed, the device turns into a mini-kettle, which is enough for two cups of tea or coffee. The model also copes with the main task perfectly, thin fabrics, knitwear and cotton are smoothed out quickly and effortlessly. The only drawback, or rather even a feature that you need to get used to so as not to get burned — after releasing the steam supply button, it continues to go on for a few more seconds. For professional ateliers, of course, it will not work, but at home it will be simply irreplaceable.

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ENDEVER Odyssey Q-410/Q-411/Q-412/Q-413

Small, low-power steamer, well suited for delicate fabrics and knitwear. You can steam the shirts, but you will have to walk through them a couple of times. It heats up in just two minutes, and the operating time is calculated for 20 minutes. The capacity of the tank is 0.2 l, but due to design features it is impossible to pour more than ¾, this is also indicated in the instructions, otherwise the device will start spitting boiling water. There is a nozzle for steaming the collar and cuffs of shirts, and a measuring cup. This model is very fond of people who often go on business trips and students living in a hostel.

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The best handheld steamers in terms of price-quality ratio

Philips GC351/20 Steam&Go

Small, light, but reliable friend of clean unrumpled things. The steamer has a very small tank — only 70 ml, but thanks to this it heats up in just a minute, and you can add water to the tank directly during operation. Without topping up the tank is enough for 2-3 things. The kit comes with a brush attachment for cleaning things from small dirt and a mitten that protects against burns. The 2.5 m long cord leaves quite a lot of room for maneuver. Made of high quality plastic, but I wish there were more steam holes on the sole.

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MIE Piccolo

The steamer weighs 1 kg, despite the fact that the water tank is designed for 0.5 liters. There is a spout under the kettle, you can use for this purpose. Water heats up in just 90 seconds. So that users do not get burned, the manufacturer put a mitten, and in order not to put a hot device on the surface, use the thermal board from the kit. The cute design and cheerful orange color will lift your spirits. High-quality assembly and materials of execution provide the steamer with a long service life. With a power of 1200 W, it has a steam power of 40 g / min, and copes with rather complex fabrics, such as an autumn coat, wool, cotton. Efforts will have to be made with very wrinkled dense cotton and linen. The fluffy brush removes wool and hairs from clothes.

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Tefal DT7000

Compact and safe 1100W steamer with 150ml tank. Water boils very quickly — the device is ready for use in just 45 seconds. Despite the small volume of the tank, it lasts for 8 minutes of work, and during this time you can steam 5-6 medium-sized items, or 2-3 large ones. The maximum steam supply is 17 g / min, so you can not count on the superpower of this steamer, but its data is quite enough for everyday ironing. The safety of the model is ensured by a safety valve and auto-off in case of lack of water. The kit comes with a nozzle with a brush, but the nozzle for delicate fabrics is especially good — with it you can not worry about the condition of lace things, clothes of their silk, chiffon and cambric.

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Best Inexpensive Vertical Steamers

Kitfort KT-919

Floor-standing vertical steamer with optimum power of 1500 W and a tank volume of 1.5 liters. Has electronic control and five steaming modes. The steam forms powerful, but due to the small number of holes on the platform, the device sometimes spits boiling water. This is cured by lifting the hose up to drain the condensate. Many users complain that the handle gets very hot, for this a mitten is provided in the kit. The brush attachment not only knows how to collect wool from things, but also makes arrows on trousers like tongs. The length of the steam hose is 1.2 m and the power cord is almost 1.5 m. There is no carrying handle, but it can be carried by the stands, as recommended by the manufacturer. The power button is conveniently located — you can not bend over and press it with your foot.

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Philips GC514/40 EasyTouch Plus

An efficient steamer at a reasonable cost without unnecessary features. For its intended purpose, it works perfectly — it steams various fabrics, including shirts, and copes with complex folds. Things after steaming are soft and pleasant to the body. The power of the device is 1600 W, and the tank holds 1.6 liters of water. A big plus is that you can pour water into the device directly from the tap, and not buy bottled water, filters, etc. The hangers in the kit are only large and non-adjustable, so if you want to steam children’s things, stock up on a small hanger. Also included is one mitten, you can hold the handle if it suddenly becomes hot, or hold the thing for better smoothing, so as not to burn yourself with steam.

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ENDEVER Odyssey Q-6

A good powerful steamer (2200 W) heats up in 35 seconds, and thanks to a large 1.8 l tank, it can work for 55 minutes, which is enough to iron a mountain of clothes, because the maximum steam supply of this device is 50 g / min. It is difficult to achieve perfectly ironed things with it, but it is perfect for everyday work. A convenient hanger on a double rack securely holds the item in one position. The device has several steaming modes for different fabrics, and even copes with things made of linen and cotton. Of the minuses, one can note an easily bent hose, which in this position stops transmitting steam, so you need to keep it straight. The quality of the plastic from which the steamer is made is average, but it is quite consistent with the price.

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Best Mid-Range Vertical Steamers

Rowenta IS 9100

A good model from a German manufacturer, with an average power of 1550 W, but with a very capacious tank — 3.8 liters. The declared heating rate of such a large volume is surprising — only 60 seconds. True, according to reviews, the first few times it can warm up a little longer. The steam output is not too powerful, at 30 g/min, but this is enough for this device to cope with most wrinkles and bumps. It has several modes, and three nozzles in the kit — a clip for arrows, a brush, a fine-haired pad.

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Xiaomi GS1

The Chinese brand is trying to cover all areas of our lives with high-quality and inexpensive household and electronic appliances. The steamer has a stylish minimalist recognizable design and is made of high-quality plastic. Three steam settings with a maximum steam output of 45 g/min do an excellent job with wrinkled clothes, though it will take longer to work on suits and jeans. The tank is small, 1 l. When installing it, you need to be careful, because an incorrectly installed tank can leak. Immediately buy an adapter, because the plug is Chinese.

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RUNZEL MAX-230

A good convenient steamer with compact dimensions, 2100 W power, 3.5 bar pressure. The maximum steam output at the same time is 50 g / min, it steams shirts and trousers without problems. For trousers in the kit there is a nozzle-clip, which can be used to make arrows. There is a spring around the hose that should prevent the hose from kinking, but it starts to kink at the end of this spring, so you need to watch this during use. The 2.5L tank heats up in 45 seconds and allows the appliance to work for 100 minutes, which is more than enough for a large amount of things.

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The best professional vertical steamers

M.E. Magic Style

Convenient reliable Italian steamer with a power of 2250 W and a high steam output of 85 g/min. Knitwear smoothes the first time, it also copes with shirts and trousers quickly. It is rich in accessories — there is a device for cuffs, a heat-resistant plastic board, a thermal mitt, three nozzles. Storage of all this is also thought out — the kit comes with a bag and a case for small things. The hanger on a double telescopic stand is convenient for clothes of any length, and thanks to the velor coating, even slippery fabrics hold on to it. The 1.7 liter tank heats up in 45 seconds, it lasts for an hour of work.

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Grandmaster GM-Q7 Multi Elite

A complete ironing station that can completely replace an iron, thanks to a special nozzle that can be ironed in a horizontal position on the board. In addition to steaming functions, it has nozzles for cleaning and disinfecting surfaces such as a mop, and a spot nozzle for narrow places. The power of the device is 1950 W, the pressure is 3.5 bar, and the maximum steam supply is 70 g / min. Tank of average volume — 2.3 liters, warms up in 45 seconds. The manufacturer claims that the steamer works for an hour without adding water. In addition to a wide variety of nozzles, there are many additional accessories — a mat and nozzle for an iron, devices for smoothing cuffs and collars, etc. The telescopic stand is very handy.

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Philips GC557/30 ComfortTouch

The steamer has a nice modern design, is easy to assemble and has a simple and intuitive operation. Five steam modes will smooth out any creases and fabrics. A 1.8 liter water tank is enough for almost an hour of work, and it heats up in a minute. In addition to smoothing, the effect of updating things is observed — the color is refreshed, gloss is removed. There are useful features such as auto-off when not in use and protection against turning on without water. Comes with a folding hanger and a height-adjustable clamp. The brush attachment perfectly cleans clothes, you can also clean upholstered furniture with it. The power of 2000 W, with a steam supply of 40 g / min, copes with shirts, not to mention knitwear.

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The capabilities of the steamer will depend largely on its technical and performance characteristics:

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