I have the Philips Steam&Go. I have nothing to compare it with, but I find it effective. It’s a bit big for travel and takes up quite a lot of space, but I use it a lot when I can’t be bothered getting my iron and ironing board out.” (Tried and trusted by Mumsnetter ColourMyLife1) Our verdict But if you have a whole load of clothing to do, then you might want a big one like this that the shops use."(Type suggested by WineGetsMeThroughIt ) Our verdict Clothes steamers remove wrinkles and refresh fabric using steam created through heat and moisture to relax and de-wrinkle the material and kill bacteria. Is a clothes steamer better than ironing?

Do I want an upright or handheld clothes steamer? Handheld clothes steamers are travel-friendly and easy to store. However, upright clothes steamers are better for large laundry loads and offer better results. Ultimately, by using this process, we’ve been left with the top ten clothes steamers loved by parents, trusted by experts and rated by customers, so you can shop safely knowing that every product has been thoroughly vetted. Why you should trust us I have this one, and I love it. Not used my iron in about two years! Only downside is it has a fairly small water reservoir, so if I'm doing a long maxi dress, I usually need to refill the water. But other than that, it's great. So much faster and easier than using a clunky iron and ironing board.” (Recommended by Mumsnet user WineGetsMeThroughIt) There are more powerful models on our list. Still, for delicate, soft furnishings and furniture, it is ideal as it is gentle and kind to all fabric types (so no nasty burns) and will help to eliminate the bacteria that cause odour, refreshing your home. Use it for breathing new life into your lacey curtains or a well-loved sofa. Heating up in under a minute, you’ll be able to use it two or three times before it needs refilling. It isn’t laden with bells and whistles, but if you want a garment steamer that you won’t be using every day, this has all the functionality you need at a very fair price. Tank Capacity: 2.2L | Transparent Water Tank: Yes | Hanging Equipment: Yes | Accessories: Clothes hanger, fabric brush, trouser attachment | Power: 1500w | Dimensions: 32cm x 25cm x 80cm | Weight: 5400g What we loveTank Capacity: 0.28 litres | Transparent Water Tank: No | Hanging Equipment: No | Accessories: Brush head, storage bag, anti-scalding glove | Power: 1500w | Dimensions: 32.1cm x 18.3cm x 14.7cm | Weight: 1501g What we love A brand recommended by experts, Fridja’s F10 handheld clothes steamer is the travel-size alternative to their upright clothes steamer. A small and relatively new brand in general, it has a lot of hype and some pretty big claims, but does it live up to it?

Tank Capacity: 3 litres | Transparent Water Tank: Yes | Hanging Equipment: Yes | Accessories: Brush tool and heat resistant glove | Power: 2200w | Dimensions: 44.5cm x 42.5cm x 34cm | Weight: 7500g What we love Another fast and portable ironing system includes the Hamnytech clothes steamer. The 1500W power consistent steam for 20 minutes can remove wrinkles from your clothes 5 times faster than other garment steamers. Hamnytech uses advanced pressurized steam technology with its unique 14-nozzle design and stainless steel panel that heats up 30% more than ordinary steamers. This provides concentrated steam with an increased air outlet. Plus, you won’t have to wait for the steamer to get ready; it only heats up in less than 15 seconds. It is 100% safe to use on your shirts, suits, pants, t-shirts, silk dresses, jersey, scarf, and cashmere toys. This 1300W power garment steamer from Philips effectively eliminates wrinkles by breaking down water molecules. It removes wrinkles from your outfit 5 times faster than competitor steamers with its continuous 24g/min of steam flow. Also, it is tough enough to penetrate heavy fabrics while gentle on delicate clothes. Safe on all fabric types! The GC362/86 steamer is proven to kill 99.9% bacteria, dust mites, and bed bugs as steam is hotter.Tank Capacity: 0.2 litre | Transparent Water Tank: No | Hanging Equipment: Yes | Accessories: Fabric brush, steam bonnet, door hook | Power: 1600w | Dimensions: 30.3cm x 12.7cm x 13.2cm | Weight: 2120g What to love Tank Capacity: 0.26 litres | Transparent Water Tank: Yes | Hanging Equipment: Yes | Accessories: Brush tool, Water bottle adaptor, delicate fabric guard, portable hanger, collar press | Power: 1500w | Dimensions: 15cm x 12cm x 22cm | Weight: 900g What to love I have a proper upright steaming station that I use for practically everything, haven't touched the iron since I got it.” (Type recommended by KatharinaRosalie) Our verdict Tank Capacity: 0.23 litres | Transparent Water Tank: No | Hanging Equipment: No | Accessories: Brush tool | Power: 1500w | Dimensions: 14.6cm x 11cm x 25.8cm | Weight: 1067g What we love The best way to care for all your garments and home fabrics is to use a garment steamer. One of the best-quality fabric steamers includes AICOK garment steamer that offers easy professional ironing results at home. This powerful 1785W steamer gives continuous penetrating steam for 60 minutes constantly.

From portable, handheld devices that you can pop in your luggage to wardrobe-sized units that can steam bulk items in minutes, we’ve rounded up the best steam cleaners available in 2023, as recommended by Mumsnetters. Described as nifty, Steamworks' clothing steamer is a steal for those who aren’t committed to getting rid of their iron but still want to be able to use it on key items such as sequined delicates or cashmere sweaters. Affordably priced, sturdy and reliable, it pre-heats in 30 seconds and provides 10 minutes of continuous steam before it needs refilling. Upright steamers are ideal if you have a long garment to press. The clothes are added to a hanger and pressed against a solid surface. These are the most common types of clothes steamers available, and it is worth noting that they are also great for long curtains. If you are after a neat press of a pair of trousers or would like to steam your carpets, bedding or furniture items, you’ll need to invest in a steamer that offers horizontal steaming, too. These are a little more expensive but also come with the upright steaming option allowing you to steam a broader range of fabric surfaces. Is a garment steamer worth it? To refresh and de-wrinkle your garments instantly, consider the enowva handheld clothes steamer with 1500W power. It’s perfect for every garment; cotton, linen, wool, rayon, synthetics, cashmere, even safe for delicate silk, sequins, and beads. With the continuous 30g/min of steam, you can easily steam press and refresh your clothes at home by saving hundreds a year on dry cleaning costs. Plus, this 29.1 x 17.4 x 12.5 cm and 1.06 Kg portable steamer is compact.I have this. I wear very casual clothing, so I just use it for tops, but it’s great!” (Brand of clothes steamer tried and trusted by Mumsnetter Dalmation88) Our verdict The Pro Breeze garment steamer is, dare we say, ‘cute’ - shaped like a watering can, its nozzle allows steam to distribute evenly and accurately whilst remaining compact and perfectly travel-sized (with its own storage pouch). High-temperature steam of 127 ̊with 2 steam settings gives you perfect results with any fabric from the heaviest denim to the most delicate silk: high for heavy fabrics like wool and low for delicate ones. Since it also works vertically, you can save hundreds of pounds on dry cleaning by freshening and removing wrinkles from suits, silk, coats, bedding, curtains, drapes, and more. Well, doesn’t this look luxurious! The Philips Steam&Go Plus is by far the most recommended model by Mumsnet users, snagging our top spot as the best overall clothes steamer. Its name pops up across multiple forum threads; praised for its lightweight, ergonomic design that makes it easy to manoeuvre, many claimed to have ditched the iron and ironing board for good in favour of it. What size is the water tank? If you're planning on using a clothes steamer on a large laundry pile, you will need the biggest size water tank you can get.