Review of the best Philips irons and steamers in 2020

The choice of iron depends on a number of factors: type; power consumption; sole material and shape; product weight; availability of additional features. It will cover each criterion and review the best Philips irons and steamers.

How to choose an iron

There are stationary and travel irons by type. The second option is the lightest, most compact, most models have a folding handle. If you take clothes made of non-creasing fabrics with you on the road, you won't need an iron. When attending events that require you to wear a shirt and tie, you cannot do without an iron. For home, it is better to use stationary models. They are heavier, with good surface area, more powerful than road ones.

Modern models are equipped with functions: adjustable power, fabric steam humidification and the presence of a water tank.

The power of the iron affects the quality of the ironing and the heating period. The higher the numbers, the faster the appliance heats up. The spread ranges from 200 to 3 thousand watts. The smallest power is typical for road devices. They are compact, lightweight, necessary to tidy up a thing washed during a trip: a changeable blouse, skirt, trousers, etc.

Travel models are not suitable for ironing heavy fabrics. Medium power irons will successfully smooth any fabric. A 2000 W device can be purchased by a standard family with children and a large family. More powerful models are considered expensive and energy-consuming, have additional options that are not always needed, and are purchased for prestige. These irons have a power regulator that can be set to the optimal value and used as a normal medium-powerful device.

The sole material can be presented in several variants. It determines the durability and longevity of the device. Manufacturers go to different experiments.

• Alloy steel (stainless steel) is a universal material. It will last for a long time, has a low cost, is durable and has excellent sliding properties. After ironing, the item will look like new. The disadvantages of the material are weight (steel is heavy for compact models) and scrupulous care.
• The aluminum sole is considered a great option: it heats up quickly and cools quickly. The material has a huge disadvantage: aluminum is a soft metal susceptible to scratches. From experience it is known: the smoother the surface of the soleplate, the better the thing is ironed.
• New models of irons are made with metal-ceramic soles. The material is relatively new, it has proved to be good. The ironed items are of proper quality. A big disadvantage lies in the high cost and fragility of ceramics: irons with such a sole should be protected from falling from a high surface.
• The Teflon sole of the device is considered a quality coating for many years. Care should be taken when working with such material so as not to damage the surface with a metal zipper or button.
• The titanium surface is also wear-resistant, strong and durable, and dirt can be easily removed from it. Minus titanium - low thermal conductivity.

Ironing quality depends on the shape of the soleplate and the number of holes. The pointed tip is able to get close to even the most intimate folds of clothes, smooth out the most inaccessible places. A model with a rounded nose will create a bunch of unnecessary folds and will not completely iron the item. Ideally, there are 50 - 100 steam holes.

The optimal weight of the iron should be 1300 - 1500 gr. With heavy irons, ironing becomes a sports training session with dumbbells. Lightweight models are able to smooth out even the most wrinkled fabric with steam.

Additional features include:

• vertical steaming, which smooths clothes on a hanger and hanging tulle;
• automatic shutdown when the device is not used for safety reasons;
• automatic cord rewinding;
• anti-drip system that allows you to steam with steam, and not with drops of water, even at low sole temperatures;
• automatic steam control;
• water spray;
• anti-scale self-cleaning system.

Philips

The firm originated in the Netherlands. The popularity of the models is due to the excellent build quality, versatility, simplicity and ease of use of household appliances. Philips manufactures irons, ironing systems, steam generators, steamers, conventional and vertical. The minimum power of the models is 1200 W.

Budget models are assembled in China. The steam generators of this brand are produced by Holland. Philips pioneered the steam ionization system and applied Ionic DeepSteam technology to its ironing equipment. The system helps the housewife save time and makes ironing a comfortable, effortless task, coping with folds on clothes and things made of any fabric, delicate, natural, heavy, etc.

Brand models are similar in appearance - they can be immediately distinguished from other firms. Colors are available for every taste. The irons are equipped with non-slip handles for easy handling. The cord is hinged to allow maximum maneuvering in any direction. The DripStop anti-drip system prevents the drops from forming streaks on the fabric, releasing only steam.

Philips irons have a sliding metal-ceramic SteamGlide sole, with a pointed SteamTip for hard-to-reach folds. When working with delicate materials, use the special DelicateFabricProtector nozzle. The manufacturer adds it to the package for almost every model.

There is a range equipped with a non-stick sole made of aluminum and impurities. Such a surface has a huge plus: heating and cooling occurs very quickly. The disadvantages include the instability of the material to scratches and mechanical damage.

The Azur series, which operates on the ionization system, is considered the leader among the Philips iron model lines. Steam escapes from the holes in the form of fine particles. They penetrate deeper into the tissues, gently and clearly smoothing every hall. In conventional irons, steam particles are twice the size of ionization.

The best Philips irons and steamers

Upon closer examination, you will notice an interesting design, ergonomics of each model. Philips irons combine high-quality assembly and reasonable price. Consider the most interesting models of different series that are in demand among buyers in 2020 and make the TOP-6.

GC1426 / 70 Featherlight Plus

The rating is opened by a budget model presented in white-light green color. The power is small - 1400 W, the cord is 1.8 m long. Among the functions are steam boost up to 60 g / min and a self-cleaning system. Constant steam without automatic adjustment consumes up to 15 g. The light, compact model makes ironing a pleasure. The non-stick soleplate of the iron will smooth out all creases, and the indicator will indicate that you are ready to start working. There is a spray function. The iron can be used as a travel iron - it does not take up much space in the suitcase. 6th place in the ranking of the best models.

900 - 1700 rubles - the price of the Philips GC1426 / 70 model.

• great price;
• ergonomic model;
• easy.

• there is no automatic steam regulation;
• low power;
• no attachment for delicate fabrics.

GC2045 EasySpeed

The model with the spray function is in 5th place. Powerful enough iron with excellent heating time. Wait a couple of minutes and you can start ironing. The pointed sole of the iron, made of ceramic material, which provides durability and resistance to mechanical scratches, will help smooth out any folds and creases. The rubberized handle is comfortable to hold in the hand: it does not slip or rub against the palm. The cord is attached to a ball device. Steam is supplied at a flow rate of up to 35 g / min, a steam boost consumes 120 g. You can fill in 270 ml of water - a medium-sized container will allow you to iron laundry with occasional addition of liquid. If you need to smoothen dry things, you can do this using the spray function. Additional features include a drop-stop system and a self-cleaning function.

Model price in stores: 2500 - 3000 rubles.

• acceptable price;
• self-cleaning function;
• interesting design;
• high power;
• the device heats up quickly;
• there is a steam boost;
• the comfortable handle is made according to all the rules of ergonomics.

• small pieces of the formed scale can be thrown out through the holes of the sole.

GC6822 / 30 PerfectCare Compact Essential

The steamer iron is located on the 4th place. The model is equipped with a built-in steam generator with a 160 cm long steam hose. The powerful steam generator heats up in 2 - 3 minutes. The steam pressure reaches 5.5 bar. The water consumption is 110 g / min. The steam boost is accompanied by a consumption of 250 g. As functional techniques, there are scale protection, water hammer and vertical steaming. The steam supply is automatically regulated. There is no spray function in the device. Iron power 2.4 kW. The sole of the model is made of cermet according to the SteamGlide system.

The operation of the iron is facilitated by the implementation of the new OptimalTEMP technology: when changing the fabric to be ironed, the model will automatically select the temperature required for ironing. The volume of the container for liquid is 1300 ml, due to this, the device has a solid weight - 2 kg 720 g. The device will not fit on the ironing board, but will bend it. It is necessary to install such a complex device on a flat solid surface to avoid injury. The length of the wire is 165 cm.

The price of the GC6822 / 30 device is 14 490 rubles.

• multifunctionality;
• ergonomics;
• high-quality assembly;
• high power;
• large capacity for water;
• fast heating and steam generation.

• no spray function;
• heavy device, weighs almost 3 kg;
• expensive model;
• the presence of a base for water requires additional placement

GC5039 / 30 Azur Elite

At the end of the top three is the “smart” steam iron equipped with automatic functions. High technologies have not spared small household appliances. The abilities of the devices make it possible to iron the most difficult fabric, climb into every corner. The Azur Elite does not have a manual temperature controller. Optimal Temp technology automatically adjusts to the desired fabric and sets a specific temperature parameter. You can iron in one mode without fear of ruining the fabric. The most powerful model from the rating.

Stylish design, convenience, reliability complement the main characteristics. DinamicIQ - steam regulation mode works only when moving: steam power depends on the number of movements. Steam will not escape when the iron is stationary. Additional features include the ability to turn off steam generation, ironing with ionization, and setting the maximum steam supply. The protection against scale formation is expressed by the collection of particles on the cartridge. When the cartridge is full, an intelligent alert is triggered that the device needs cleaning. The 3 meter cord will allow ironing far from the outlet.

The GC5039 / 30 Azur Elite model costs 11,200-13,000 rubles.

• stylish appearance;
• high power 3000 W;
• long cord;
• quick readiness for work;
• the presence of an anti-drip system;
• quality SteamGlide Advanced soleplate is scratch resistant;
• many additional characteristics.

• too much power makes the device unsafe when used in rooms with old wiring;
• high cost of the product.

GC3811 / 77 Azur Performer

The 1180 g steamer iron is equipped with a 2-meter ball cord and is designed for ironing on a horizontal surface and for steaming vertically placed items. The power of the device reaches 2400 W. Fast heating, convenience and compactness of the appearance of the product, excellent sliding SteamGladePlus sole with uniform steam release - this is some list of the main characteristics of the product. The lightness of the design will not let your hand get tired during ironing and will not tire the hostess. Continuous steam supply is designed for 40 g of liquid, one-time shock - for 160 g.

The device holds 0.3 liters of water. Automatic adjustment, fine spraying will allow you to cope with the task of any complexity. The model is equipped with a security system that protects the device from damage inside. There is protection against adhesion and calcium salts deposition. In the event of scale and salt deposits, the device will self-clean. The drop-stop system will only allow steam to escape through the holes in the sole. There is a small minus: in order to avoid a fire, the steamer should be turned off on its own, since auto-off is not provided in the model. The iron is controlled by means of large buttons and a convenient regulator. Honorable second place.

Product cost: 3900 - 6600 rubles.

• lightness, ease of use;
• good power;
• the presence of a pointed toe of the sole;
• there is ergonomics;
• additional features are available.

• there is no automatic shutdown of the device.

Philips GC3582 / 20 SmoothCare

The leader of the season and our rating - the steam iron of the SmoothCare series is endowed with a power of 2.4 kW. Heats up in 2-3 minutes. Quite a successful model with a large 0.4 liter tank, which does not require constant water addition. Conveniently sized water hole. The CalcClean limescale protection allows you to use normal tap water in the device. The anti-drip system gently helps ironing without leaving traces of moisture on clothes.

To remove deep folds on horizontally lying and vertically hanging things, a constant steam supply with a steam boost of 170 g is provided. The feed is regulated up to 40 g / min. SteamGlide ceramic soleplate — durable, scratch-resistant, excellent sliding properties, easy to clean. The model has built-in automatic shutdown and self-cleaning functions. The weight of the iron is small - 1200g, the length of the cord is 2 meters.

The cost of the GC3582 / 20 steam iron is 3300 - 5990 rubles.

• nice looking;
• ergonomic;
• lightweight;
• easy to manage;
• there is a vertical steaming function;
• the presence of a capacious reservoir;
• good power;
• ceramic sole;
• there is a protection against scale;
• Excellent value for money and quality.

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Comparison of models

Philips irons, like other equipment of a well-known brand, have proven themselves in quality, convenience and reliability. The goods have found a buyer and are in demand. On the market you can find an iron that you will like and will suit you, both in its stylish appearance and in characteristics. A well-chosen model guarantees years of trouble-free operation.