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Last updated: 13 September 2024
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Steam stations, or steam generators, are bulkier – and pricier – than your traditional iron, but they help you get through your ironing fast. 

Our expert testers give every steam station a thorough workout in the ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳labs to help find the models that:

  • are best at removing creases from a range of fabrics
  • are easy to use
  • heat up the fastest.
 

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We assess how effective the steam station irons are at removing creases. Synthetic organza, silk, wool, a cotton shirt, denim jeans and linen are used for the test. The performance score accounts for 70% of the overall score.


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We assess each steam station iron for how easy it is to fill the water tank, move the iron over various fabrics, use the steam function, adjust the temperature and store; as well as how comfortable the iron is to hold and the convenience of the cord and steam hose. The ease of use score accounts for 30% of the overall score.


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Hose length (m)

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The length of the hose in metres. If the main tank is placed on a table, you'll need a hose that's long enough to reach the ironing board.

Variable steam

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The weight of the iron and water tank (when empty) in kilograms. The iron itself needs to be comfortable to pick up and hold.

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  • Heat-up time
  • Cord length (m)
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Braun CareStyle 3 Pro IS 3157

Braun CareStyle 3 Pro IS 3157
$229
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3.1 kg weight.
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Braun CareStyle 5 IS 5145

Braun CareStyle 5 IS 5145
$299
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4.2 kg weight.
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Braun CareStyle 7 Pro IS 7285

Braun CareStyle 7 Pro IS 7285
$479
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5.9 kg weight.
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Kogan GentleCare Steam Generator Iron

Kogan GentleCare Steam Generator Iron
$210
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2.8 kg weight.
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Heat-up time 45 sec
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Laurastar Lift Xtra Aluminium

Laurastar Lift Xtra Aluminium
$1399
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6.3 kg weight.
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Heat-up time 3 min
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Panasonic NI-GT200

Panasonic NI-GT200
$439
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4.2 kg weight.
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We assess how effective the steam station irons are at removing creases. Synthetic organza, silk, wool, a cotton shirt, denim jeans and linen are used for the test. The performance score accounts for 70% of the overall score.

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Heat-up time 3 min
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Panasonic NI-GT500

Panasonic NI-GT500
$629
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4.3 kg weight.
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We assess how effective the steam station irons are at removing creases. Synthetic organza, silk, wool, a cotton shirt, denim jeans and linen are used for the test. The performance score accounts for 70% of the overall score.

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We assess each steam station iron for how easy it is to fill the water tank, move the iron over various fabrics, use the steam function, adjust the temperature and store; as well as how comfortable the iron is to hold and the convenience of the cord and steam hose. The ease of use score accounts for 30% of the overall score.

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Heat-up time 3 min
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Philips PerfectCare 6000 Series Steam Generator

Philips PerfectCare 6000 Series Steam Generator
$448
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3.3 kg weight.
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We assess how effective the steam station irons are at removing creases. Synthetic organza, silk, wool, a cotton shirt, denim jeans and linen are used for the test. The performance score accounts for 70% of the overall score.

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We assess each steam station iron for how easy it is to fill the water tank, move the iron over various fabrics, use the steam function, adjust the temperature and store; as well as how comfortable the iron is to hold and the convenience of the cord and steam hose. The ease of use score accounts for 30% of the overall score.

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Philips PerfectCare 7000 Series Steam Generator PSG7130/20

Philips PerfectCare 7000 Series Steam Generator PSG7130/20
$549
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4 kg weight.
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We assess how effective the steam station irons are at removing creases. Synthetic organza, silk, wool, a cotton shirt, denim jeans and linen are used for the test. The performance score accounts for 70% of the overall score.

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We assess each steam station iron for how easy it is to fill the water tank, move the iron over various fabrics, use the steam function, adjust the temperature and store; as well as how comfortable the iron is to hold and the convenience of the cord and steam hose. The ease of use score accounts for 30% of the overall score.

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Philips PerfectCare Compact Plus GC7920

Philips PerfectCare Compact Plus GC7920
$349
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2.7 kg weight.
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We assess how effective the steam station irons are at removing creases. Synthetic organza, silk, wool, a cotton shirt, denim jeans and linen are used for the test. The performance score accounts for 70% of the overall score.

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We assess each steam station iron for how easy it is to fill the water tank, move the iron over various fabrics, use the steam function, adjust the temperature and store; as well as how comfortable the iron is to hold and the convenience of the cord and steam hose. The ease of use score accounts for 30% of the overall score.

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Russell Hobbs Steampower Steam Station RHC450

Russell Hobbs Steampower Steam Station RHC450
$150
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3.6 kg weight.
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We assess how effective the steam station irons are at removing creases. Synthetic organza, silk, wool, a cotton shirt, denim jeans and linen are used for the test. The performance score accounts for 70% of the overall score.

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We assess each steam station iron for how easy it is to fill the water tank, move the iron over various fabrics, use the steam function, adjust the temperature and store; as well as how comfortable the iron is to hold and the convenience of the cord and steam hose. The ease of use score accounts for 30% of the overall score.

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Russell Hobbs Supreme Steam Generator RHC670

Russell Hobbs Supreme Steam Generator RHC670
$390
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5.8 kg weight.
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We assess how effective the steam station irons are at removing creases. Synthetic organza, silk, wool, a cotton shirt, denim jeans and linen are used for the test. The performance score accounts for 70% of the overall score.

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We assess each steam station iron for how easy it is to fill the water tank, move the iron over various fabrics, use the steam function, adjust the temperature and store; as well as how comfortable the iron is to hold and the convenience of the cord and steam hose. The ease of use score accounts for 30% of the overall score.

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Singer SISS6203EP12A

Singer SISS6203EP12A
$259
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4 kg weight.
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We assess how effective the steam station irons are at removing creases. Synthetic organza, silk, wool, a cotton shirt, denim jeans and linen are used for the test. The performance score accounts for 70% of the overall score.

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Tefal Express Easy SV6131

Tefal Express Easy SV6131
$280
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3.1 kg weight.
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We assess how effective the steam station irons are at removing creases. Synthetic organza, silk, wool, a cotton shirt, denim jeans and linen are used for the test. The performance score accounts for 70% of the overall score.

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We assess each steam station iron for how easy it is to fill the water tank, move the iron over various fabrics, use the steam function, adjust the temperature and store; as well as how comfortable the iron is to hold and the convenience of the cord and steam hose. The ease of use score accounts for 30% of the overall score.

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Tefal Pro Express Vision Steam Station GV9820

Tefal Pro Express Vision Steam Station GV9820
$700
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5.4 kg weight.
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