Fast heating and intense steam supply: TOP 5 powerful irons for the home

The reputable French brand Tefal specializes in tableware and small household appliances. His irons are traditionally among the leaders in sales. This also applies to the FV 5630 model in the segment of high-power devices.

The iron has a nice design in blue colours (a purple model with the article FV 5615 is also offered in terms of functions). The manufacturer also promises the durability of the device, guaranteeing its maintainability for 10 years.

Tefal FV 5630 consumes 2600 watts, which ensures rapid heating of the sole and a solid steam supply intensity in constant mode at the level of 50 g/min. Turbo Boost technology is responsible for the steam shock (power 200 g / min), designed to simplify the smoothing of deep folds on things. On the spout, as with most modern models, there is a water sprayer responsible for preliminary smoothing of dense fabrics.

The iron supports vertical steaming, has an anti-drip system that prevents water spillage, and a descaling collector (it allows the use of tap water). There is also an eco-mode (with less heating and electricity savings of 20%).

Tefal FV 5630 is equipped with Durilium AirGlide Autoclean metal-ceramic sole. It combines the advantages of ceramics (light weight and good sliding on any fabric) with the additional strength provided by metal. Also, according to the manufacturer, the coating of the working surface does not need manual cleaning, and the abundance of holes contributes to a more efficient distribution of steam.

The main controls will help you quickly master the operation of the device. In addition, they are located in the usual places. So, the vaporization regulator and the water supply button are in front of the handle, and the steam shock lever and the temperature selection dial are under it.

The disadvantage of Tefal FV 5630 is the lack of automatic shutdown during downtime, which can negatively affect both safety and the readings of the electric metre. The disadvantage of the model is a 2-metre cord (an additional 0.5 metres would guarantee more convenience). Otherwise, this high-power household iron is not by chance the leader in sales, as it is ready to successfully cope with traditional household needs.

Made in a stylish design and pleasant coloring, the GC 4526 iron represents the Azur Performer Plus line. This is a Philips device, which is highly quoted in the market of small household appliances.

The Philips GC 4526 model, thanks to its high power of 2600 W, not only heats up quickly, but also has high steam generation rates (50 g/min with constant supply and 210 g/min in steam shock mode). The iron supports vertical steaming, which allows you to process clothes without removing them from the hanger.

Like the Tefal FV 5630, there is an eco-mode, which gives 20 percent energy savings (by reducing the heating temperature and less steam generation).

The iron received a titanium coating of the working surface T-ionicGlide. Titanium oxide provides excellent slipping of the sole without sticking to the fabric, guarantees increased reliability and protection from damage. The function of self-cleaning of the surface from scale is also provided.

Among the useful options of the Philips GC 4526, it is worth highlighting an anti-drip system, a descaling container and automatic shutdown. The idle device turns itself off after half a minute (if it is located on the sole or side) or after 8 minutes (if it stands vertically).

The balanced weight of the Philips GC 4526 makes it easy to move the iron over various fabrics. The special pointed shape of the Triple Precision spout will help to iron clothes better near buttons and in other hard-to-reach places. The cord is attached to the body on a movable hinge, although according to some users, its 2-metre length is not enough, which can be considered a flaw in the iron.

Philips GC 4526 is definitely worth paying attention to when choosing a powerful model: the iron received a titanium sole, typical of top-end solutions, but has a rather attractive price.

The irons of the Japanese corporation Panasonic are not as well known to customers as, say, photographic equipment or video cameras. But the 2600W NI-WT960RTW model deserves attention, and not only because of its dynamic design in red and black tones.

The iron heats up in less than a minute thanks to the high power and the Optimal Care automatic temperature setting system. It delivers steam at a speed of up to 45 g/min. The model also supports steam shock (195 g/min) and vertical steaming. The solid weight of the device (1.8 kg) also helps to cope with the basic functions.

The Panasonic NI-WT960RTW is equipped with a ceramic-coated work surface with a cleaning system that assumes complete draining of water from a 350 mL tank at the touch of a button. The sole easily slides over underwear and clothes made of any fabrics, but needs careful handling, since ceramics is a rather fragile material.

An important feature of the iron is the shape of the work surface. It is narrowed not only in front, but also in the back. Thus, there are two spouts at once, which, when ironing, simplifies access to hard-to-reach places and guarantees additional freedom of movement.

Included with the Panasonic NI-WT960RTW is a measuring cup that will help pour water into the tank. The iron also received a long 2.5-metre power cord on a hinge, however, the latter does not always cope well with a direct function — a quick removal of the wire from the ironing site.

Among the features of the model, it is worth noting the location of the lever for spraying water under the handle, and not from above. Otherwise, the control is standard for steam irons.

The disadvantages of the Panasonic NI-WT960RTW include the lack of an automatic shutdown function, as well as the poor performance of the anti-drip system: at low heating temperatures, wet spots often appear on things.

In general, the Japanese iron is pleasant to work with and externally, and the shape and quality of its sole can be a decisive factor in choosing.

Braun is the world market leader in small household appliances. Irons of the German brand are traditionally considered a symbol of reliability, high quality and functionality. The Braun SI 7088 model does not stand out from this associative series.

The power of the 2800 W iron provides a quick output to operating temperatures after switching on and intensive steam generation at the level of 50 g/min. There is also a vertical steaming function and a steam stroke of 230 g / min (with frequent use, the 300 mL tank will quickly empty).

Numerous steam supply holes and their uniform arrangement along the perimeter of the work surface also contributes to the qualitative smoothing of the folds.

The sole of Braun SI 7088 is made of anodized aluminium Eloxal 3D, which is additionally protected from mechanical damage and scratches. It allows you to iron things with metal fasteners and rivets without the risk of damaging the work surface.

The raised Back Glide is designed to improve the slipping of the sole and smoothing of folds. Adds convenience and a 2.5-metre power cord on the hinge.

Braun SI 7088 supports automatic shutdown when idle (after 8 minutes in the vertical position and after 30 seconds — on the sole or on the side). The iron also has an anti-drip function, but this system, according to users, still does not prevent water from entering the fabric when choosing low temperature operating modes of the device.

The anti-scale option is also implemented in the model, so that the particles of hardness salts will not fall on things together with steam. At the same time, the manufacturer still recommends periodically cleaning the iron and pouring into the tank either only distilled water, or in a 50-50 ratio with tap water. The measuring cup included in the delivery package is designed to simplify the procedure of filling the tank.

Braun SI 7088 by most parameters deserves the title of the best powerful household model. And if a modest design in grey tones does not bother you, then it will not be easy to find other factors that deter you from buying.

Bosch positions the TDI 903231A iron as a compact steam station. The model, designed for 3200 watts, is capable of constantly generating steam at a speed of 65 g/min, but the power of its steam shock (200 g/min) is inferior to the capabilities of modern devices with a steam generator. Although for most household needs, this is quite enough.

Bosch TDI 903231A is equipped with an automatic programme for selecting the temperature and intensity of steam supply i-Temp Advanced, which allows, for example, not to specifically sort things for ironing by fabric type. If necessary, the temperature mode can be set manually, guided by the light indication on the adjustment dial under the handle.

In addition to vertical steaming and steam shock, there are 3 steam supply modes — economical, at the touch of a hook button and in constant mode while the device is in hand. There is also a dry ironing mode. The indication on the handle of the iron helps to control steam generation.

By the way, eco-mode allows you to save up to 25% of electricity and reduce water consumption by 35%, so that the 400 mL tank will not empty so quickly.

The metal—ceramic coating of the Bosch TDI 903231A work surface is a Ceranium Glissee alloy with special guide channels. Ceramic is responsible for the excellent slip of the sole, and aluminium is responsible for the strength.

The developers have provided an anti-drip system and 4-level descaling. It includes a filter that protects the steam generator motor, a cartridge that prevents the accumulation of deposits, the function of washing the sole with hot water and a special cleaning liquid (the bottle is offered in the delivery package). Also in the basic configuration there is a measuring cup.

Additional freedom in movement will be provided by a 2.5-metre power cord with a ball attachment to the housing.

The disadvantages of the Bosch TDI 903231A include the lack of automatic shutdown and loud operation in steam modes. Otherwise, the iron looks very interesting, as it is close to models with steam generators in terms of the power of constant steam supply, but it is also easy to operate and requires a minimum of storage space.