Best Travel Irons

The Esperanza brand iron belongs to the ultra-budget segment, so there are not enough stars from the sky. Its main advantage is its compact size. And although it does not have a folding handle, which is typical for travel models, the iron easily fits in a suitcase and does not take up much space. Its dimensions are 10x10.5x24 cm, and its weight is a little more than 540 g. The device is equipped with a not too long cord (1.4 m), so for convenient use, you will most likely need an extension cord.

Taking into account the cost, you shouldn’t count on effective ironing of outerwear and thick materials - travel irons usually have low power and are designed to keep clothes looking neat while traveling. However, for such a compact size, the model has a fairly decent power of 1200 W, which ensures that the soleplate heats up quickly. The sole itself has non-stick properties and makes good contact with different types of fabric, so you don’t need to worry about the safety of your favorite things.

However, Esperanza Travel does not have a steam function, which has already become the norm for classic household and travel irons. The device is intended only for dry ironing and does not even have a conventional sprayer for moistening the fabric. But there are standard settings with several heating modes for different materials.

To summarize, although the manufacturer positions the product as an iron for home and travel use, it is definitely not suitable as a main everyday tool. Considering its light weight, lack of steaming and low power, it is unlikely to cope with complex folds on thick fabrics. Therefore, it is better to use it only when traveling to quickly refresh and tidy up your clothes.

The Maestro iron has an affordable price and belongs to the category of road models. This is evidenced by the design features and some additional features. Firstly, the iron is quite compact in size and light in weight. Secondly, it has a folding handle, which when folded further reduces the dimensions and saves space in a bag or suitcase. Thirdly, there is a voltage switch on the case - 120 or 230 V. Thanks to this, the device is able to connect to different electrical networks and work in almost any country in the world.

Despite its compact size and affordable price, the model has almost all the same functions as full-size household irons. But in terms of power and performance, of course, it does not reach them, so it copes with complex tasks much worse. The power is 1100 W, and the classic rotary control allows you to choose one of three temperature modes depending on the type of fabric. In addition to dry ironing, water spray and steaming are available, and not only a constant supply of steam, but also a short burst of steam. The manufacturer also claims the possibility of vertical steaming, but taking into account the not very powerful steam boost, you definitely shouldn’t count on replacing a hand-held steamer. In this case, there is no anti-drip system, so when choosing a low temperature, water may simply pour out of the sole instead of steam, leaving wet spots on clothes.

In addition, the iron has a non-stick soleplate that is easy to clean and won't leave shiny marks on fabric (provided you select the right temperature settings). Periodic self-cleaning of scale will help extend the service life and maintain steam performance, when steam at the maximum flow level removes remaining scale and other deposits through the steam openings.

The iron is a fairly easy-to-use budget model with all the necessary functions so that you can put wrinkled things in order during vacation, business trips and other trips. This is a travel iron, so its main feature is its compact size and low weight. And also a folding handle. In addition, the manufacturer has included a fabric bag for storing and transporting the device.

The iron operates in several modes: you can use it for regular dry ironing or add a steam function to quickly smooth out wrinkles, eliminate unpleasant odors and further disinfect clothes. The steam supply cannot be called too intense - its speed is a maximum of 15 g/min. There is also a steam boost function, but its power is not specified. In any case, this model is far from the capabilities of productive household irons, and especially steam generators, but its purpose is different. It helps to organize T-shirts, shirts and trousers when powerful devices are not at hand, but is in no way intended for full use as a main tool.

If you don’t have an ironing board or a surface on which to lay things out, the vertical steam function will come to the rescue, allowing you to iron clothes hanging on a hanger. But keep in mind that the absence of an anti-drip system may lead to water leakage if you set the temperature to low. The water reservoir is located directly in the handle and holds a maximum of 75 ml. Overall, this is quite small, but given the size of the case, it seems that the manufacturer has already used every available centimeter. In addition to the device itself and the bag, the package includes a measuring cup for more convenient filling of the tank with water.

Despite the affordable price, the iron is equipped with a soleplate with high-quality ceramic coating. This material has several significant advantages: ceramics ensure easy glide over any fabric without damaging the material or forming new folds, it is scratch-resistant and easy to clean. Steam holes are distributed over the entire surface of the sole, including on the nose, so as not to leave missed areas and reach hard-to-reach places.

The iron belongs to the category of compact travel models and has a low price, so its characteristics are appropriate. The power is 1000 W, the sole covering is made of budget stainless steel. However, this material is durable, resistant to corrosion and scratches and is not afraid of contact with metal fasteners and buttons.

The device operates in both dry ironing and steaming modes. With a constant supply of steam, steam comes out at a speed of up to 21 g/min, which is a pretty good indicator for such devices. But the steam boost is less powerful - only 10 g/min, although usually the opposite is true. The model can be used for vertical steaming, but with such an intensity of steam shock, ironing is unlikely to be effective. Simply put, the iron’s capabilities are not enough for thick items and hanging curtains, but hardly anyone expects this from a low-power travel device. The water reservoir is built into the handle, so it cannot boast of large capacity - its volume is only 40 ml. This means you will have to add water often. But the package includes a measuring cup for easy filling, and steam holes are located almost over the entire surface of the sole, including on the spout. This means that the steam is distributed evenly and helps smooth even hard-to-reach areas around pockets, buttons and collars.

The main feature of the ECG NZ 210 Travel, like other travel devices, is its size. The foldable handle allows you to save space in your suitcase or during storage. And the iron weighs a little - 700 g, so it will not greatly affect the overall weight of the bag. In addition, when traveling and business trips to other countries, an important option will be the ability to switch the voltage between 110 - 120 V and 220 - 240 V - this way the equipment can work with different electrical networks. Despite its compact size, the cord is long enough for convenient use - 1.9 m.

Ufesa offers an iron with an optimal balance between the compact size of a travel model and performance sufficient for high-quality ironing while traveling. The power is 1100 W, which is a pretty good value for such devices. You can use the iron for classic dry ironing, or add steam to the hot soleplate to increase efficiency. With a constant supply of steam, the speed reaches a rather modest 15 g/min. But the power of a short-term steam boost is higher - 75 g/min. This means the iron can handle thicker fabrics, remove tough creases, and quickly straighten everyday clothes. With this indicator, the vertical steaming function does not look meaningless and unnecessary: you can refresh suits, dresses and other things without removing them from the hanger. During steaming, the anti-drip system will also be useful, which prevents water from leaking out and causing wet spots to appear on the fabric.

The iron is equipped with the usual heating control wheel: temperature settings provide the ability to safely iron different types of materials. The soleplate is coated with durable stainless steel and has a large number of holes throughout the entire surface, which helps distribute steam evenly and smooth out wrinkles in hard-to-reach places.

As befits a travel device, the iron is compact and lightweight (weight is 780 g), which is what is required for easy transportation. The handle folds easily with the press of a button, thereby further reducing the dimensions. For full operation in different countries, the model supports two voltages. A fairly long cord (1.9 m) ensures comfortable ironing without the need to be placed right next to the outlet. In addition, a pleasant bonus for buyers will be the inclusion of a fabric cover for storing and transporting the iron.