You don’t have to drop your laundry off at the dry cleaner if you want wrinkle-free clothes. With a steam iron, your outfits and other materials will be looking smooth and crisp in no time at all.
To find the best steam irons, we researched top options while considering temperature settings, steam output, portability, design, and features. We also spoke with Julie Bray, product manager for garment care with Hamilton Beach Brands, and Taylor Robertson, brand manager at Heritage Park Laundry Essentials, got expert guidance on what to look for when shopping for a steam iron.
It features an extra steam burst feature that shoots out steam in vertical and horizontal directions.
What Could Be Improved
This iron is not compact.
With a large nonstick soleplate and 8-foot retractable cord, the Sunbeam Steam Master Iron a powerful, hard-to-beat option. It has three steam settings, along with an extra steam feature that shoots steam vertically and horizontally, making it suitable to use as a regular iron for curtains and hanging garments. The 8-ounce water tank is large enough to iron a few shirts without refilling.
If you’re the type that forgets to shut off the iron (or worries whether you did), this one automatically shuts off after 30 seconds in three positions: on its side, standing up, or flat down on the heating surface. Keep in mind that it weighs just under 3 pounds, so it does have some heft to it. While it may not be the most portable option on our list, it's a good option for ironing thicker or heavier wool or linen fabrics.
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