The best steam cleaners for home

Devices for cleaning, home care, furnishings that use environmentally friendly steam instead of aggressive chemicals are gaining more and more popularity. Before choosing a 2-in-1 steam cleaner / steamer or purchasing a regular model, it is worth exploring all the offers. Among them are budget and luxury, multifunctional and the easiest to use.

Among the companies that produce steam cleaners for home use, there are many manufacturers known far beyond the borders of their countries. These are European companies and Russian firms, some of them prefer to manufacture in China. The market leaders for household steam cleaners include several brands.

Russian manufacturer of steam cleaners from St. Petersburg, collaborating with major retail chains in Russia and abroad. The company prefers to work in the field of online sales, manufactures its equipment in China. The company specializes in producing compact household-class steam cleaners in various price categories. Among the popular models of steam cleaners include:

• portable KT-930, KT-918, KT-906;
• mobile KT-904, KT-917, KT-908;
• Professional KT-933, KT-903 Professional Series.

The technique is different recognizable bright design, good performance, budget value. Kitfort successfully competes with more well-known brands.

The German company is a leader in the market of cleaning equipment in Europe. Steam cleaners from the German Winnenden are characterized by a wide range of functionality, represented by professional and household series. Among the most popular models are the steam mop SC 1 EasyFix Premium, the compact portable model SC 1, the floor SC 5 EasyFix.

A brand of steam cleaners, under which professional and household models of high-end equipment are produced. GM has been operating successfully since 2005, delivering goods throughout Europe and Asia. Among the models, multifunctional devices in the outdoor version are mainly represented. The Multi / R series includes several equipment versions with steam cleaning and vertical steam functions.

The Italian company that produces high-tech steam equipment. The brand produces both professional equipment with a wide range of options, and simple basic models for the home. Among the most famous are the manual MIE Forever Clean, the MIE Juno floor-standing with a shoulder strap.

The Russian company that produces a wide range of household appliances for the home. The production is located in China, the brand specializes in products in the lower and middle segments of prices. Among the current models there are low-power manual versions of the equipment, convenient to use for everyday cleaning. The Polaris PSC 1101C has long been a bestseller.

The best steam cleaners for the home are produced by leading European manufacturers, distinguished by high efficiency and a wide range of options. Most of them are in the price range from 9,000 to 12,000 rubles. More expensive equipment belongs to the professional class.

The list of the best home steam cleaners should include a number of the following models.

• Karcher SC 5 EasyFix. Multifunctional model with an additional platform in the form of a separate iron. The equipment heats the water almost instantly - in 3 minutes, you can pour hot liquid immediately, there is a separate boiler for 0.5 l and the main tank for 1.5 l. Thanks to the high vapor pressure, the device almost instantly destroys any, even the most persistent contaminants, cleans and disinfects surfaces.

• Karcher SC 2 Deluxe EasyFix Premium. A 1500 Watt German steam cleaner receives the best customer reviews. It has a 1 liter tank, a convenient steam regulator on the handle, an extension pipe and a full set of nozzles.

• MIE Juno. Compact and practical model of a steam cleaner with a floor type of design and a shoulder strap. You can’t call it very mobile - with a weight of 5 kg you can’t quickly move quickly behind your shoulders. The package includes a 1 liter tank, a 1500 W steam generator, extension tubes and nozzles. The duration of continuous operation reaches 25 minutes, the model has a steam boost function and an adjustment of the intensity of the device, water can be added without interrupting operation.

• Kitfort KT-933. The model with the longest heating time, low power, high weight. But the steam cleaner has a lot of advantages - support for working in vertical and horizontal positions, a capacious boiler of 1.8 l, a cord 5.5 m long and a hose for supplying steam of 2 m. The model is produced in China, the plastic quality is appropriate, but according to the variety of accessories included is unrivaled.

Among the steam cleaners, sold in the middle price range, there are only floor models with rollers for movement or a shoulder strap for carrying. This is a technique with a small tank volume, designed to work for 40-60 minutes without interruption.

Consider the best floor models in the middle price category.

• Clatronic DR Z280. The model for successful home care is equipped with a capacious water tank of 1.5 l, provides an operating pressure of up to 4 bar. The steam cleaner is able to function without interruption for up to 40 minutes.Suitable for washing windows, surpasses budget analogues in reliability. The model has a modern design, a convenient hose for work, nozzles and a precast rod, a measuring cup. Manual control, the case is made of plastic, equipped with a carrying handle, a cord 2.6 m long.

• Gorenje SC 1800 R. One of the best steam cleaners in terms of quality, it is rightfully included in the top of the best models, but its price is significantly higher than similar models of competitors. The obvious advantages of the equipment include a high pressure medium - up to 5 atmospheres, a stainless steel tank with a volume of 1 liter, a cord length of 13 m, and a futuristic design. The equipment is designed for continuous operation for 45 hours, undemanding to water quality, equipped with convenient light indication on the case.

• Kitfort KT-908. Stylish and functional model from a well-known manufacturer. The steam cleaner has a design with a nozzle compartment and a 1.5 liter aluminum water tank, the case itself is plastic. The power of the floor device is 1,500 W, the vapor pressure is 4 bar, there is an adjustment of its supply intensity. A hose with a length of 1.5 m and a power cord of 1.5 m are included. The model has a pretty good set of options, heating indicators, and an overheat protection system.

The Kitfort KT-908 steam cleaner does not occupy the first positions in the rating due to some disadvantages. It is not very convenient in the fight against limescale and stubborn dirt, rather bulky and slow, makes a noticeable noise during operation.

All budgetary steam cleaners belong to the class of manual equipment with a portable design and a small water compartment - up to 270 ml. They are easy to operate, compact, but do not withstand continuous operation for longer than 15 minutes in a row.

We will present the best inexpensive models.

• Grand Master GM-VSC38. The leader of the list is the model of a compact steam cleaner, released in China. This technique has a power of up to 1050 W, equipped with a heating indicator and mechanical control, weighs about 1 kg. Lightweight miniature steam cleaner has an operating temperature of 135 degrees, which allows you to clean, disinfect surfaces. In the kit there are many nozzles, a measuring cup and everything necessary for the successful cleaning of surfaces of various types - from fabrics and upholstery to glasses, mirrors.

• Polaris PSC 1101C. Compact multi-function steam cleaner with 270 ml water compartment. The compact model heats steam up to 105 degrees at a pressure of 3.5 bar, is able to work up to 15 minutes without interruption, a 3 m cord and 10 additional accessories are included. Today this model is considered archival, it was replaced by an option Polaris PSC 1102C STEAM Multidrive with similar features and advanced design. The model has a set of curved and straight nozzles, nozzles for textiles, washing mirrors and windows, a mini mop, a round brush, an extension hose.

• Vitesse VS-330. Hand-operated low-cost steam cleaner with a tank capacity of almost 0.5 l and a power of 1200 watts. This model has a time limit without interruption - no more than 12 minutes, after which the equipment will have to be cooled. You will have to spend 4 minutes on heating, in the presence of an indication of heating and switching on, built-in protection against overheating.

Steam cleaners are now used in the cleaning industry, with their help they take care of clothes, upholstered furniture, and wash floors and windows. This household appliance can have interchangeable nozzles and additional accessories that expand its functionality. In addition, there are models that can easily perform the most complex tasks. For instance, a 2-in-1 steam cleaner-steamer is able to replace an iron and helps to maintain not only trousers or shirts, but also coats, jackets, jackets and other wardrobe items.

In order to make the right decision when choosing the appropriate model of such a technique, it is worth paying attention not only to the functionality of the equipment. Other characteristics are important for the steam cleaner.

1. Type of construction. Compact hand-held steam cleaners are considered home-made, suitable for small amounts of work. Floor copes with more complex tasks, they are more powerful and efficient in cleaning. 2 in 1 models allow you to quickly put your clothes in order without getting an iron. Professional equipment designed for cleaning in large volumes, designed for long-term continuous operation.
2. Power. Manual models are the most low-power, designed to perform simple tasks. Most models have indicators no more than 700-900 watts. Floor steam cleaners are more versatile, provide the highest level of efficiency when working with complex contaminants. In this category, it is worth paying attention to models with power indicators from 1300 to 2500 watts.
3. Steam compartment volume. The minimum capacity starts with 0.5 l, but this volume is enough for 15 minutes of continuous operation - a small capacity will have to be regularly filled with water. Larger tanks are more convenient to use with significant volumes of cleaning: with them you can, without interruption, do general cleaning, wash windows.
4. The weight of the unit itself. If we are talking about manual models, this parameter is of paramount importance. Depending on the functional equipment, the steam cleaner model can have a weight of 1 to 6 kg with an empty tank. It will be difficult for a long time to keep a heavy apparatus on weight; it is better to focus on a mass of 2-2.5 kg.
5. Equipment. Additional nozzles are now included in all models of premium equipment. Mandatory options include elements for cleaning windows, tiles and tiles, cleaning floors, spot nozzle, brush. The number of components is indicated by the manufacturer in the instructions. It is worth considering that the purchase of additional branded nozzles can significantly increase the total cost of the device.
6. Power Cord Length. For a manual model, an indicator of 3 m is enough, this is enough to take care of clothes, wash windows, clean furniture upholstery. Floor steam cleaners are used to solve more global problems. They need a longer cord, 4-6 m, better with adjustment and an internal compartment for storage in the device.
7. Steam Generation Method. Heating can be direct-flow or with the formation of fumes inside the boiler itself. The second option is more relevant, ensures the achievement of high temperatures, power.
8. Flexible hose. It is mainly in floor and professional models. Manual flexible nozzles are simply not needed. If you have a hose, you should not choose the model with its longest length - the steam will cool down quite quickly, which will negatively affect the efficiency of the device.
9. Heating temperature. The higher it is, the more efficient and better the steam treatment is. In modern models, the limit is considered an indicator of 140 degrees. It is important that the steam pressure is not less than 3.5 bar, then the device will ensure complete disinfection in addition to dissolving the dirt.
10. Full heating time. It varies from 10 seconds to 10 minutes, some options support the function of filling the tank with hot water.
11. Materials for the manufacture. High-end models use heat-resistant plastic that does not deform when heated. Tank for creating steam is better to choose aluminum. This technique weighs less, forms steam faster, and is not prone to scale formation.