Cleanliness of all surfaces: TOP-5 household steam cleaners

Among the representatives of the detachment of full-size steam cleaners for the home, the Clatronic DR 3536 model is assigned the role of an affordable device, which also captivates the public with its appearance — a spectacular combination of grey and orange colours will leave few indifferent.

The steam cleaner does not have the most outstanding characteristics in its segment, however, for east european operating conditions, its capabilities are more than enough. For 1 min. the device generates up to 40 g of steam, with which surfaces resistant to high temperatures are cleaned and disinfected with steam. Before starting work, you will need to fill the aluminium tank of the steam cleaner (0.6 L) with water and install the required nozzle from the set of complete options on the steam hose.

In addition to the classic nozzles for cleaning the floor, for fabric and a pair of brushes for different materials, the box with the device contains a nozzle for cleaning windows. Together with it, it becomes possible to quickly deal with greasy stains and fingerprints, minimizing mechanical contact with the glass. The last mentioned nozzle is used not only for windows, but also for washing mirrors, glass doors in furniture sets and in other similar cases.

For ease of movement, Clatronic DR 3536 is equipped with rubberized wheels that do not leave marks on the laminate and parquet board. Also included in the equipment of the model is a convenient handle for carrying the device. Judging by the reviews, only the water level indicator in the tank is missing on board the steam cleaner. However, you can put up with this minus, because. it does not have a special impact on the usability of the device, making it a reasonable choice for a sane cost.

A steam cleaner originally from Germany handles with pollution on almost any surface that is not afraid of exposure to high temperatures. To a lesser extent, it is suitable only for cleaning parquet boards, as stated on the website of the model manufacturer.

With a relatively low power (1500 W), the device releases steam under pressure up to 3.2 bar, which is enough for home use in the vast majority of cases. Water is heated in a liter tank, and the temperature required for steam generation is reached after only 6-7 minutes. time after the device is turned on. It is possible to regulate the steam flow using the slider on the handle.

The model cleans surfaces without the use of household chemicals. The complete set of nozzles is so diverse that with the help of a steam cleaner you can clean everything that comes to hand, including glass surfaces and carpets. And in order to avoid scale in the tank of the device, the manufacturer has provided in the configuration a means against its formation.

Perhaps the only serious complaint about the Karcher SC 2 is the lack of the ability to wind the power cord. Otherwise, the steam cleaner causes purely positive emotions from use. And if its power is not enough for you, you can always turn your attention to the senior representatives of the German brand's lineup, for example, Karcher SC 3 Price from 7 711 up to 10 599 ₴ or Karcher SC 5 Iron Kit .

A set of a household steam cleaner and a powerful steam iron from the German brand Karcher will help you not only clean up the room, but also quickly iron things, including if they are stacked in several layers.

The steam cleaner comes with a variety of nozzles for cleaning a wide variety of surfaces and a two-metre steam hose. With it, you can wash floors, remove dirt from tiles and plumbing, clean furniture and blackout curtains, and also fight dirt in hard-to-reach places, for which a special crevice nozzle is useful. Moreover, all this is done without the use of cleaning agents, but only by supplying steam heated to 120 °C.

The model is equipped with a removable tank with a capacity of 0.8 L, water in which can be added directly during the operation of the device. A full tank lasts approximately 20 minutes. cleaning. The high temperature of the steam supply, combined with a maximum pressure of up to 3.5 bar, allows not only to wash off impurities, but also to destroy harmful bacteria and microorganisms. The intensity of the steam supply is selected by switching to the appropriate position of the two-position regulator on the gun handle.

The complete iron receives positive feedback from almost every owner of the Karcher SC 4 Premium Iron Kit. The thing is that it provides high efficiency of ironing things, due to which the time spent on this procedure is significantly saved. For example, very dense fabrics with such an iron can be ironed only on one side. By virtue of the foregoing, the model simply does not have any negative sides, therefore, it can be recommended for purchase for home use to everyone without exception.

In terms of functionality, the Italian model with a long name Polti Vaporetto Lecoaspira FAV80 Turbo Intelligence is closer to the “Pro” level technology. All thanks to the successful disguise as a vacuum cleaner — in addition to generating steam, the device has acquired a suction function.

The appearance of the model also has a very strong visual resemblance to the family of vacuum cleaners. It is emphasized by the characteristic shape of the body and the long hose. A large informative display with blue backlight is built into the "body" of the steam cleaner, used to select one of 10 operating modes. In turn, the intensity of the steam supply is regulated in a more familiar mechanical way, which involves a 5-position rotary switch.

From the "cold state" the device starts up in about 5-6 minutes. — that is how long it will take him to generate the first portion of steam. In the future, the steam cleaner continues its work as long as the water supply to the boiler lasts, and it is implemented continuously. At the same time, the device releases steam from the working nozzle under pressure up to 6 bar.

A wide variety of complete nozzles does not limit the scope of the steam cleaner — it can be used both for classic cleaning of floors and for thorough removal of dirt at the joints between tiles and under skirting boards. In parallel with softening old dirt and drawing in dirt, by analogy with a conventional vacuum cleaner, the device purifies the air. And although the model weighs almost 10 kg, and its price tag cannot be called humane, it is the leader in the segment of household steam cleaners — professional-type devices occupy the next stage of evolution.

The model from the category of professional cleaning equipment from Becker is designed for thorough cleaning of large areas. With the help of her alone it is possible to take care of all interior elements in the room — from the floor to the fabric upholstery of the furniture.

The device combines the functions of a steam cleaner, a classic dry vacuum cleaner and a washing vacuum cleaner under its wing. He can also combine suction and steaming, which can significantly save time spent on cleaning. When working as a vacuum cleaner, the Becker VAP 1 does not collect dirt in a dust collector, but uses an aquafilter for this purpose.

The most commonly used controls (steam and suction boost buttons) are built right into the handle of the device. The remaining controls, including a dial gauge to determine the current steam pressure, are dispersed around the perimeter of the steam cleaner body. It weighs not so little (about 18 kg), however, rubberized wheels for transportation contribute to the convenient movement of the device from one point to another.

The Becker VAP 1 comes with a flexible hose, two extension tubes, a 360° swivel universal brush, carpet and floor nozzles, curved nozzle tip, crevice tool and three brushes. Water in a capacious tank of the device can be topped up directly in the course of work, without interruption for its heating. With data like this, it's no surprise that the steam cleaner has earned respect from both home users and cleaning companies. In addition, its price ceases to seem exorbitant, if we take into account the many advantages of the device over its peers.