Best Dry Irons

The Panasonic NI-W950A compromises nothing. Its streamlined, ergonomic profile makes the appliance comfortable and efficient.

The elliptical soleplate effortlessly glides in/towards any direction, smoothing out wrinkles, reaching between buttons, making short work of collars, cuffs, and sleeves, as well as curtains and tablecloths.

The non-stick alumite (essentially anodized aluminum) soleplate is large, curved, and scratch-resistant, incorporating non-stick coating to let you handle/tackle any fabric.

The five-setting heat dial enables you to select the right temperatures for different fabrics, while the four adjustable steam settings easily remove wrinkles and creases. The high heat setting is perfect for heavy, everyday fabrics, while the low setting should be reserved for delicate fabrics and quick, easy touch-ups. You can also go with dry ironing when no steam is needed.

The one-touch Steam-Jet feature sends this powerful steam burst through the soleplate, penetrating clothing, sheets, and various upholstery/clothing items, letting you tackle the toughest wrinkles and creases.

Long story short, drawing 1700 watts, the Panasonic NI-W950A will let you quickly and easily iron anything. The clog-free steam vents require no maintenance. You can steam vertically too. Efficient, effective, powerful, and durable, this is easily the most exciting prospect on the dry/steam iron market right now.

The Black & Decker Flat Iron F54 features that classic iron design that many customers prefer over modern-day irons. At the same time, the product has some features that you normally wouldn't find in these classic irons.

First though, the heavy flat aluminum soleplate incorporates no holes, letting you easily handle the biggest, baddest, toughest wrinkles.

The button groove lets you reach between buttons and easily iron around them. The fabric guide makes ironing the easiest task there is.

Classic irons didn't use to include fabric select dials but we're glad the feature is there. Using this dial, you can choose between six temperature settings, each more or less suitable for different fabrics. As it is usually the case, the high settings should be reserved for heavy everyday fabrics, while the low settings will let you safely handle delicate fabrics like silk and linen.

Apart from that, there's nothing especially interesting about this product. That said, the appliance measures 10 x 5 x 4.5 inches, which is pretty standard but weighs ~2 pounds, which is too light considering the classic profile.

Nevertheless, the Black & Decker Flat Iron F54 is an excellent dry iron for people who don't care for gimmicky features and prefer traditional appliances.

Though it isn't a perfect appliance by any stretch of the imagination, the Oster GCSTBV4119 has quite a lot going for it. First, there's the polished aluminum soleplate. Other than earning the model some extra durability points, the soleplate will allow you to glide through any fabric with ease and convenience.

Speaking of fabrics, the appliance from Oster comes equipped with variable temperature control, and that's another reason why you'll be able to iron different types of fabric without burning them but also without worrying whether the heat is quite enough for the fabric. By the way, going back to the soleplate for just a moment, we would like to mention that it comes with side grooves, and those side grooves make it considerably easier to iron around buttons without ruining the clothes or inconveniencing the user.

Of course, all of that is well and good, but we did say earlier that, just like the rest of them, this appliance is not perfect. In this case, the imperfection mostly lies with the weight of the model. It isn't critical but its 4 pounds of weight make it a bit more difficult to use the dry iron, especially for a prolonged period of time. And, not dissimilar to the majority of these things, the product in question comes equipped with a convenient fabric guide that will provide the inexperienced users with a convenient set of instructions regarding the appropriate temperature for each fabric.

In short, there's a lot to like about the Oster GCSTBV4119. The ergonomic handle makes it a breeze to use the iron. And the soleplate isn't just durable but practical since it will allow you to glide through any fabric including quilt stuff.

The WASING Classic Dry Iron looks elegant and even somewhat sleek considering the classic profile. There are downsides to the classic design though, the biggest being the fact that the entire appliance heats up during use, so you'll have to occasionally unplug the iron and wait for some time when ironing sizable loads.

Generally speaking, we're all for these classic irons but the handle that remains cool to the touch no matter what would improve this product so much.

Still, this is a solid iron. The stainless steel soleplate effortlessly glides through/across different fabrics, letting you smooth out the most stubborn wrinkles and creases.

The automatic temperature control system is far removed from classic irons though and we don't mind one bit because the system works wonders keeping the temperature balanced and constant.

Of course, there's also the standard temperature dial and a fabric guide below the handle that tells you what temperature is more suitable for what fabrics.

Bottom line, the WASING Classic Dry Iron is good enough for commercial, industrial, and, needless to say, home use. Because there are no vents, the iron heats different fabric pieces evenly. Also, the iron quickly heats up.

The Panasonic Dry and Steam Iron NI-E250TR is flexible and pretty nifty. First thing first, the one-touch mist button shoots one moisture shot to make the fabric more susceptible to ironing.

Meanwhile, the large water window lets you see when the water is low, so you don't have to guess and estimate. At the same time, the wide, easily accessible refill port makes sure to prevent spills when you're replenishing the tank.

You can choose between two steam settings or iron dry.

The appliance's biggest strength though is probably the curved titanium-coated soleplate. Minimizing snags, the soleplate's smooth, U-shaped, steam-circulating build evenly distributes steam, enabling fast and effortless ironing.

The precision temperature dial lets you easily control and maintain the right temperature.

Last but not least, the anti-calcium system automatically keeps the appliance's steam vents clean, clear, and working like new. Minimizing calcium build-up in the vaporizing chamber, the system continually reduces natural sediment.

To sum up, the Panasonic Dry and Steam Iron NI-E250TR will make ironing easy and effortless. When you're done, the one-touch cord storage system automatically retracts the power cord into the appliance, enabling quick, neat, and tangle-free storage.