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Clothes steamers vs irons: Industry experts reveal which one is best

2025-11-26 08:37
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Clothes steamers vs irons: Industry experts reveal which one is best

Are steamers faster than irons? Which is better for formal wear? I consulted the experts to find out

Russell Hobbs steam genie two-in-one handheld clothes steamer

Russell Hobbs steam genie two-in-one handheld clothes steamer

This two-in-one genie clothes steamer is ideal for traditionalists, as it doubles up as a standard iron for smoothing garments with tougher creases on a flat surface. With its 150ml water capacity, it lasted well during steaming sessions, and its impressive power output meant each section could be smoothed in just one or two rounds.

I particularly loved the steam-trigger function, which releases an extra-powerful jet of steam to smooth stubborn creases. Heating up in 60 seconds, it made light work of shirts, creased trousers and furnishing surfaces, in the flat iron mode.

What to know
  • Tank size: 150ml
  • Watts: 1,700
  • Heat-up time: 60 seconds
  • Cord length: Unspecified
  • Running time: 10 minutes
Why we love it
  • Can be used as a flat iron as well as a steamer
  • Impressive power output
Read morePrices may vary
  1. £60 £30 from Amazon.co.uk