Everyone who has to travel a lot and often on business trips or travel is constantly faced with the problem of ironing things taken with them. The wardrobe items taken with you wrinkle in the suitcase and, of course, an iron is required to bring them into proper form. On-road models are more compact and lighter than conventional models, and may have full or limited features.
Choose a quality iron, which you can take on a business trip or vacation is not an easy task, and our rating of the best travel irons in 2020, which contains the most comfortable and functional models, can help in choosing.
Philips GC 651
The travel iron of this well-known company was included in the top of the best models of irons in 2017 for the excellent reviews of everyone who purchased it. With a power of 800 W, this model has an adjustable continuous steam function, a vertical steaming mode and a fairly powerful steam boost. The iron weighs 720 grams and is only 17.8 cm long. This household appliance can easily fit into a suitcase or travel bag. The electric cord has a reliable ball lock and a length of 1.9 meters, which will allow you to iron your things even in uncomfortable conditions. Non-stick outsole provides perfect glide on all types of fabric. The device is light, but, at the same time, no pressure is needed during the ironing process. In terms of quality, this model is considered a leader.
Maxwell MW-3012
This travel iron is the most inexpensive of all the models presented. Its cost, depending on the trading platform, starts at 950 rubles. It has a power of 1000 W, which is enough to iron clothes from all fabrics well. Steam, in this model, can be supplied constantly, although there is no adjustment of its amount, but it is possible to steam things in an upright position and use a steam boost when ironing the most problematic places. If necessary, you can use the spray mode, when water is sprayed from a special nozzle on the iron spout. A distinctive feature of this model is a foldable handle, which makes it even more compact.
VITEK VT-1227
In the rating of travel irons, this model was included, according to numerous positive customer reviews. Everyone notes the exceptional ease of use. Power of 1000 W with constant steam function will allow you to clean up all the things wrinkled on the road without any problems. On the non-stick soleplate of the iron, in addition to the holes for the steam supply, there are oval grooves that ensure its even distribution. It also has a compact size and foldable handle. The temperature controller allows you to set the required mode, and if necessary, you can use a powerful steam release. When ironing delicate items, the function of spraying water from a special nozzle at the front of the device comes in handy. The cost of this model starts at 1250 rubles.
Scarlett SC-1135S
Scarlett manufactures various types of household appliances, including good travel irons. This model allows you to iron things with a constant steam supply, and its output can be regulated. Very convenient for users is the function that allows you to steam wrinkled items vertically. This is used when there is no ironing table. The power of the iron is 800 W and it has a spray function, as well as a single release of a large amount of steam.The sole is made of alloy steel and is perfectly polished, so no one of the users noticed adhesion of the material. The device belongs to the middle price category and costs an average of 1,300 rubles.
Polaris PIR 1004T
The travel iron from Polaris, in terms of reliability, is no different from the most branded models. With a power of 1000 W, it provides continuous steam and steam boost when ironing thick and dense fabrics. In this mode, the steam output is 100 g / min. This device has an original design of a folding handle - in the front part it is not connected to the body. The sole of the product is made of stainless alloy and provides an exceptionally soft and smooth glide on any fabric. The water tank holds 50 ml, which, according to users, is not enough and you have to refill it often. The 1.8 meter cord length allows ironing far enough from the outlet.
Conclusion
The review of irons, of course, does not pretend to analyze all models, since there are a lot of them, but certain conclusions can be drawn. To determine which travel iron is better, just look at its characteristics. The power must be at least 800 W, the presence of splashing and steam shock, together with the function of constant steam supply, is mandatory. Light weight, dimensions and the presence of a folding handle also speak in favor of a particular model. The heating rate and the presence of a non-stick coating are important and, of course, it is best to purchase a product from a well-known company.
