Hi Guys,

I wanted to shop for a new iron , but I found that new technology has a thing called steamer, which I know nothing & have never used it

so what's the major difference between an iron & steamer?

How are Garment Steamers and Irons Different?

The key to choosing a garment steamer over a regular iron is to first identify your needs regarding either. While 'not liking ironing' does count, you should also consider other aspects of choosing one over the other. As such, here are a few tips that will help you differentiate between the two and help you decide which one suits your needs.

First things first, an iron requires the use of an ironing board, while a garment steamer is hand held and can be used on hanging clothes.

Secondly, an iron will take time to heat up while a steamer definitely takes lesser time.

When you iron, you can define pleats and creases of shirts, trousers, and skirts, which is not possible with a garment steamer as applying pressure with it is not possible.

Ironing may leave a shine on clothes due to the heat and pressure applied by irons, but this can be avoided with a garment steamer.

Fabrics that require more effort to be made wrinkle free, such as cotton may not do too well with a garment steamer. A garment steamer may be great for lighter and more delicate fabrics that are in danger of getting burnt by an iron.

Garment steamers may also be better for heavy clothes that are difficult to iron such as wedding gowns or the like.

Garment steamers will not harm any fabric they are used on, unlike irons that need to be used at different settings for different fabrics.

Hi Guys,

I wanted to shop for a new iron , but I found that new technology has a thing called steamer, which I know nothing & have never used it

So what's Iron vs Steamer like?





Anyway, I'm on a budget



I usually iron my ties, suit & trouses for dinner.

Can u guys here recommend something good?

Steamer is not new. However, it was introduced a few eras after the iron. Generally, steamers are often used by fabric boutiques instead of irons.

I'd suggest you to go for neither the iron nor the steamer. Try to get both; the iron and also the steamer. I have one at home. The brand is not really recognized, but it does work good and well till now. Mine is 3-in-1; iron, steamer, and a face steamer. I think stores like Cosway have it for sale. It won't cost you more than RM200

Steamer is not new. However, it was introduced a few eras after the iron. Generally, steamers are often used by fabric boutiques instead of irons.

I'd suggest you to go for neither the iron nor the steamer. Try to get both; the iron and also the steamer. I have one at home. The brand is not really recognized, but it does work good and well till now. Mine is 3-in-1; iron, steamer, and a face steamer. I think stores like Cosway have it for sale. It won't cost you more than RM200

Hi! I want to ask,have you guys used the Philips Handheld steamer??

I really hate ironing,my clothes are mainly those don't require ironing.
But I still have formal clothes right,so I thought getting a steamer.

I saw these handheld steamer of Philips at the deparmental stores such as Tesco or Jusco etc. They are definitely lighter (I live in hostel) and just a fraction of the usual steamer.

But how good are they compared to the usual ones? I can understand if it is slightly not as good,but if it's unusable then no point getting it right?

Here's the link to the website

http://www.philips.com.my/c/irons/steam-go...h-gc310_05/prd/

Review please!!

Hello Friends, I want to buy a new iron, but I did not realize that I'll buy a steam iron. Someone recommends that steam iron is good. check it here

http://ironreports.com/best-steam-iron/

I'm using a Rowenta Steam Force Steam Iron DW9230 at the moment. Had it for over 2 years now and it still works wonderfully. Plenty of steam to take out those stubborn wrinkles.
Minimal leaks or if any. Only thing is I have to keep refilling when going through a pile of shirts.

dude...don't get a steamer...totally overrated...i purchased 1..used under 4times...totally a bit of junk...does not look or work like those u see in shops...get a traditional iron will improve for you

Lol yea same here. I prefer conventional iron than a steamer.
Steamer is, well, a little overrated like you said.

so there is best guide ob blog check it out.....

https://ironspro.com/

Hi Guys,

I wanted to shop for a new iron , but I found that new technology has a thing called steamer, which I know nothing & have never used it

So what's Iron vs Steamer like?





Anyway, I'm on a budget



I usually iron my ties, suit & trouses for dinner.

Can u guys here recommend something good?