Choosing between a handheld steamer and a standing garment steamer: pros and cons
· STEAMRS Fashion Care
Not sure whether to choose a handheld steamer, MIDI steamer or professional garment steamer? Or just want to know the differences? In this blog, we explain which garment steamer best suits your needs.
Garment steamers are the perfect way to remove wrinkles from your clothes quickly and easily, without an ironing board or iron. But which one should you choose? We compare heat-up time, steam power, ease of use, size and steaming time so you can make the perfect choice!
Why choose a garment steamer?
Garment steamers offer many advantages over ironing:
✔ Quick and easy – No need for an ironing board; ready to use in seconds.
✔ Safe for delicate fabrics – Ideal for silk, wool, chiffon and embroidered garments.
✔ Kills bacteria & freshens clothes – Perfect for quickly freshening clothes without washing them.
✔ Space-saving & portable – The handheld steamer is especially ideal for travel.
But which garment steamer is best for you? See below for the differences between our handheld steamer, MIDI steamer and professional garment steamer.
The benefits of garment steamers
How best to steam your clothes at home depends on your steamer. With our CleanSteam-technology steamers, steaming is always a pleasure.
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Steaming options
Hang your clothes on a hanger and attach it to a door/door handle, or lay them flat vertically (especially useful for steaming cuffs, collars or stubborn wrinkles) on a bed or table. Tip: place a towel underneath. Thanks to the telescopic pole, the Professional Garment Steamer can be adjusted to your ideal height. -
Water tank
Fill the water tank with tap or distilled water. The handheld steamer's water tank holds 100ml of water, while the Professional Garment Steamer's holds 3 Liters. The handheld steamer runs for about 7 minutes, while the Professional Garment Steamer runs for 70 minutes. -
Heat-up time
Plug your steamer into a power outlet and let it heat up. The handheld steamer is ready to use in 20 seconds, and the Professional Garment Steamer in 45 seconds. -
Steam button and settings
With the handheld steamer, you need to hold down the steam button to produce steam. With the Professional Garment Steamer, press the on/off button once and the steamer produces continuous steam. The handheld steamer has no different steam settings, while the Professional Garment Steamer has 2. -
Steam power
The Professional Garment Steamer is 5x as powerful as the handheld steamer. The handheld steamer produces 30g/min, while the Professional Garment Steamer produces 50g/min. - Compact and space-saving
With a garment steamer, you no longer need an iron or ironing board. The handheld steamer in particular takes up no space in your home. This also makes it ideal for taking on trips. The Professional Garment Steamer, on the other hand, needs a little more space. -
Easy and quick
Place the steam head against your clothes and move it over them in strokes. Voilà, wrinkle-free clothes in no time! If you like, use a STEAMRS steam glove to apply extra pressure to the fabric and make removing wrinkles even easier.
Extra tips for using a garment steamer
✔ Hang up your clothes – Use a hanger or hook for the best results.
✔ Use distilled water – Prevents limescale buildup and extends the life of your steamer.
✔ Work in strokes from top to bottom – This removes wrinkles the fastest.
✔ Use a steam glove – For extra control over stubborn wrinkles.
Conclusion: which garment steamer is the best choice for you?
- For quick touch-ups & travel → Handheld Steamer
- For regular use & more steam power → MIDI Steamer
- For intensive use & professional results → Professional Garment Steamer
