Rowenta Access
Score: 72/100
Sunbeam Steammaster
Score: 70/100Rankings
Rowenta Access offers a 1725 W stainless-steel soleplate, 59-second heat-up and a retractable cord for convenient storage. The modest water-tank capacity and limited steam burst reach can hinder long sessions. Suited for everyday mixed-fabric ironing on a budget.
The Sunbeam Steammaster offers 1400 W power, quick 60-second heat-up, and useful safety features like 3-way auto shut-off, making it a solid choice for everyday home ironing. Its main drawbacks are low steam output and modest power, which can hinder performance on heavy fabrics. Ideal for light to moderate users who value safety and convenience over high-steam performance.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
| ↓ lower better | 1.77 kg | 0.916 kgbest |
1,725 Wbest | 1,400 W | |
| ↓ lower better | 59 secbest | 60 sec |
250 mlbest | 250 mlbest | |
3best | — | |
241 cm | 244 cmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Power(1) | ||
Wattage (W) | 1725 W | 1400 W |
Performance(1) | ||
Heat‑up Time (sec) | 59 sec | 60 sec |
Design & Build(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 1.77 kg | 0.916 kg |
Cord Length (cm) | 241 cm | 244 cm |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers rate the DW2459 as a top-performing mid-range iron, emphasizing its high 362°F temperature, rapid heat-up, precise tip, smooth glide and convenient vertical steam.
Everyday users consistently praise the iron's ease of use, comfortable grip, effective wrinkle removal, reliable vertical steam, and durable stainless-steel soleplate.
Professional reviewers commend the Sunbeam 32610010 for its rapid heating, solid glide from the non-stick soleplate, and useful safety features such as auto-shut-off and vertical steam. However, they consistently point out the limited steam output-approximately 43 g per tank-and the modest 1400 W power as significant shortcomings for tackling heavy wrinkles.
Everyday users generally find the iron to be a good value for basic home ironing, highlighting the easy-fill tank, retractable cord, and precision tip as convenient features. The most common complaints revolve around weak steam performance on thick fabrics, the need for frequent refills, and inconsistencies in reported weight and dimensions that affect handling expectations.
