More information on quality can be found in this old but still very helpful article from Harvard Business Review. The brand of product you buy can vary in importance, from person to person. Some people will of course be much more particular about the brands they will use. Whilst others aren’t interested in the brand and are more interested in the overall quality or price of the product itself. Thankfully Russell Hobbs is a brand that many customers have grown to love over the years and is very popular for items in the Irons category. I'm writing this review after using the iron a few times.. I find it’s best to capture first impressions with items like this as I tend to get used to odd quirks and start to work around them If the brand you buy is important to you, our best advice is to spend some time writing up your own list of ideal brands. That way when you come to the point where you’re comparing product options you can filter to only show the products from brands in your list.

The auto shut-off is an excellent safety feature. You won't have to worry about accidentally leaving it idle or if it falls over as it will automatically shut off to protect furniture, carpets and curious hands. With over 65 years’ experience in iron manufacturing, Philips has all but dominated this sector. Year after year this brand has provided us with the best irons of all time. When it comes to steam irons, things aren’t that different.Steam generator irons have become much more mainstream over the last few years, with many deciding to invest. And they are a very expensive investment, with prices going into the hundreds of pounds. Russell Hobbs has long been known for producing stylish, innovative and high-quality electronic appliances. Whether you’re looking for an iron, a kettle or even a toaster, you can never go wrong with this brand. One of its many success stories is the Russell Hobbs Supreme Steam Traditional Iron 23060. The Russell Hobbs Powersteam Ultra was gentle enough on synthetics, and did a great job on a heavy cotton shirt. I found it was more effective on heavy cottons 20 minutes in, once the ironing board had heated and steamed up. Even so, my very dry, very crinkly test linen didn’t smooth out completely.

The iron alone is heavy at 1.6kg, which means you don’t have to press down so hard on the fabric to smooth out creases. Those with arthritis might prefer a lighter iron. The first is brand. Looking at the brand of the product is often a really good indicator for judging product quality. For example you’d expect a much higher quality product from a brand known for providing excellent quality than you would from an unknown or even a budget brand. How long your steam iron will last depends on how much you use it and whether you take care of it. A good steam iron should last around ten years, but many last much longer. The average lifespan is anywhere between 10-20 years. How can I make my steam iron last? Additional noteworthy mentions include its vertical steam feature to refresh clothing on hangers and its eco-mode that'll save you money on your energy bill. For crease-free results every time, the Tefal Ultraglide is our stand-out steam iron. There’s a vast array of steam irons at various price points, so it’s wise to have an idea of your budget before you buy and to consider how much storage space you have. Steam generator irons are raved about as the answer to all of your de-wrinkling needs. However, they are large and costly, so you need to think carefully before buying.

Of the 59 products, we discovered that 42 were more expensive and 14 were cheaper than Russell Hobbs 20630 Powersteam Ultra Steam Iron. Prices from Russell Hobbs COILING CABLE - This is a little annoying - there is nowhere to coil the cable around the iron after use - having said that I often leave mine out in a spare room.. but not great if you need the space and want to keep it out the way - also think irons left out are extremely dangerous re small kids or pets .. so ability to coil the cable would be useful. Find out why Russell Hobbs 20630 Powersteam Ultra Steam Iron scored an incredible review score of 8.9 out of 10. If you live in a hard water area, anti-calc and anti-scale features are a big plus, and many irons also have automatic cleaning systems. All this helps to prevent drips onto your clothes and, more importantly, prevents limescale build-up in your iron. It’s also worth considering the size of the water tank since the smaller it is, the more you’ll need to refill it. If you often need to do a lot of ironing in one go, look for a tank capacity of at least 300ml.

It is also worth noting that although the Russell Hobbs Supreme Steam Traditional Iron 2306 is a solid choice, it can’t compare to the other featured irons. In fact, in this review, it is the least powerful and has the least steam capacity. Smart steam temperature control that allows for the application of the ideal amount of steam for each fabric type Soleplates are almost inevitably ceramic on modern irons and a larger plate will mean faster ironing. Of course, the bigger the plate, the larger and heavier the iron will be, so do consider this if weight is likely to be an issue for you.The next step for us was to look at all of the products that fall within the Irons category, of which we found 59 products at Argos. So we pulled together all of the prices of these products to analyse the average prices as well as finding the cheapest and most expensive options. WEIGHT - The iron is towards the heavy end of what's available - I like this! - It sounds as if the weight might require more effort to use, but I actually find having to apply more downward pressure using a light iron harder work than sliding a heavier one from side to side. At this point you can dry-iron using heat but no steam. To steam iron, you move the steam control button to the steam or high steam setting, and wait until the red light turns off. To use the water spray, you lift the iron and press the spray button to the left of the steam control button. The water comes out of the nozzle above the iron’s tip. In Self-Clean mode, it’s mainly water that comes out. It’s the most comfortable iron to clean as a result; it isn’t much fun standing over a sink and being in a cloud of steam for nearly ten minutes. You need two hands to use the cleaning mode: one to hold the button down and the other to hold the iron. The entire job took only 2mins 30secs. Why buy the Russell Hobbs Powersteam Ultra 3100w?

Whether you love or hate ironing is greatly determined by the type of appliance that you use. As such, it is important that you have a good steam iron. A proper steam iron will ensure that even your toughest-to-iron clothes are left looking crisp and pristine. As you can imagine, pricing is one of the most important factors of any purchasing decision. We can find the perfect product for our needs, that fits the brief in every single way. But if it doesn’t fit our budgets, we simply can’t (or at least shouldn’t) buy it.Laura Cooke is a Content Editor at Mumsnet, with a special focus on home care content. She writes buyer's guides, cleaning and laundry articles, and tests products out in her family home to help our readers make informed choices when it comes to parting with their pennies. She is a mum of two and lives in Sussex. Why you should trust us Buyers mentioned that this iron has a powerful 210 g burst of steam that is very handy for dealing with creases in denim or linen The Russell Hobbs Powersteam Ultra iron was tested on various fabrics, including heavy denim, and clothing, including school uniforms. Laura used a Minky Ergo Ironing Board during testing. The Russell Hobbs Powersteam Ultra has plenty of steam and an enjoyably powerful Steam Shot. It switches itself off if you forget about it, has a big tank, a glide-y ceramic soleplate, and is easy to clean. I like its heaviness, too. The whole iron feels strong and well-engineered.