It is a great iron and as it is heavier, you find that you don't use as much energy pressing down hard on your clothes, as you do with the newer lighter type irons in the market place. This iron does make it more enjoyable to complete a toilsome chore quicker. The steam output is continuous and when pressing the water/steam levers, you can feel the quality compared to the cheaper build 'asia' made types.
Cons:
Others are correct when they say the water indicators are difficult to see and the reservoir is too small, needing more frequent refills.
No self-winding for the power-cord, which makes it less neat when putting the iron away.
Pros:
Heavier weight means you press down less hard, which means it is less tiresome to use.
Broader base covers a wider area.
The front 'pointy' end makes it easier to get around buttons and other hard-to-reach areas of your clothes.
It gets nice and hot and the steam function smooth and consistent, but leads to more water refills required.
Yes I would buy this model again, but make sure you are purchasing units made in Germany only.
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| Price | $49.99 | $79.99 | $44.41 | $59.99 | $39.99 | -22% $34.99 List: $44.97 |
| Delivery | — | Get it May 17 - 22 | Get it as soon as Friday, May 17 | Get it as soon as Friday, May 17 | Get it as soon as Friday, May 17 | Get it as soon as Friday, May 17 |
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| Sold By | Capital Cookware | Capital Cookware | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | KNDirect | EverSonic |
| base material | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Aluminum | Ceramic | PSSI-01 | Ceramic |
| wattage | 1725 watts | 1750 watts | 1800 watts | 1700 watts | 1700 watts | 1800 watts |
| special feature | — | Auto Shutoff | Programmable | Made With Chi Flat IRON Technology. Designed Using the Same Titanium-Infused Ceramic Soleplate Technology That Powers Chi’s Hair Styling Tools, Including the Flagship Chi g2 Flat IRON . Powerful Steam for Effortless Ironing. With Over 300 Steam Holes, This IRON Delivers Powerful Steam That Makes the Process of Steaming out Wrinkles Smooth and Fast . | Manual, Auto Shutoff | Corded, Non-Stick, Self-Cleaning, Auto Shut Off |
| frequency | 50 hertz | 50 hertz | — | 50 hertz | 50 hertz | 60 hertz |
| weight | 8.6 kilograms | 3.99 pounds | — | 2.9 pounds | 3 pounds | 3.18 pounds |
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