Almost everyone has an iron at home. Steam irons in particular are a good choice because they make it easier to remove wrinkles.
Ironing with steam actually only has advantages. Above all, it makes ironing easier and saves a lot of time. They are also cheap, steam irons are available from just 20 euros. But is a cheap device enough for good performance or should you rather spend more money in your hand ?
The steam output is significantly higher for expensive models and thus ironing is even faster and more convenient. It is therefore often worthwhile to pick the next more expensive model and pay the surcharge for it.
Steam iron or ironing station?
It is even more professional with a steam ironing station. There is a separate and above all larger water tank with which you can iron for much longer without refilling. The iron is connected to the water tank with a hose. This creates more pressure and therefore more steam. For ironing stations, steam performance is also the most important factor. The station ensures a decent performance and thus a better result.
However, if you don't iron so often, you should rather look for simple steam irons . They are more convenient and significantly cheaper - you can get good devices here for 30 to 50 euros . It is important that little water spills onto the clothes: This should be particularly taken into account with devices without a station.
Iron in the test
The test portal AllesBeste, in collaboration with the editorial team, tested five new steam irons and two new steam ironing stations. The new test winner for irons is the Philips Azur Elite , which is quick to charge and has top performance.
The best steam ironing station is the Tefal Effectis Plus , which offers great functionality at a fair price. It heats up very quickly and has a removable power cable. In addition, the handling for a station is easily solved here.
More information and other recommended alternatives can be found in the detailed test by AllesBeste.
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