Best Sunbeam Steam Irons

This steam iron takes slightly more time to heat up in comparison with most other models on our shortlist. But this factor doesn't have a negative impact on the steam output. With the Shot of Steam feature and a high-volume steam burst, it blasts away even extra-stubborn wrinkles.

Compared to the top-rated irons, this Sunbeam model loses some scores in terms of soleplate design. It has only 15 macro-sized steam holes on the soleplate, which are, however, evenly distributed to deliver good steam distribution.

The Sunbeam steam iron has got the same set of features that expensive units have. The continuous steaming mode will help you smooth out folds from the most delicate fabrics such as silk. This highly reliable model can also be used for quick ironing of clothes in an upright position so that you don't need to start a half-an-hour process but can get rid of unwanted wrinkles in a matter of minutes.

The Anti-drip system prevents the water from spilling when you need to iron at a low temperature. And the 3 Way Motion Smart technology stands for your safety, automatically turning the steam iron off in case it's been either tipped over or left on the garment or plugged in for some time not in use.

This combination of features and performance makes the Sunbeam Steam Master iron a great model for everyday use.

It's not only the tank of the iron that adds to its weight. The unit is also featured with an extra-large stainless steel soleplate, which makes it slightly hefier, but at the same time provides more coverage for faster ironing results. Besides, owing to its overal weight, the iron almost doesn't require pressure so you can effectively remove wrinkles without breaking a sweat.

Despite its respectful weight, this iron is still pretty agile and can easily smooth fine details on collars, cuffs, lapels and areas around buttons thanks to its pointed tip. An extra long 10-foot 360° swivel cord adds to the maneuverability of the iron, providing enough flexibility and preventing twisting or tangles. Do note that the cord is not rectractable, however, if you aren't going to keep it in plain sight, this shouldn't be a problem.

In all, the Sunbeam GCSBCS-200-000 is definitely a good choice for customers that often do a lot of ironing and are looking for a model to make this task more bearable, effective, and quicker. Its extra-long cord allows for convenient positioning of the ironing board, its extra-powerful steam helps with the worst of wrinkles, and its extra-large soleplate delivers faster results. Win-win.

But what we didn't like about the iron's design is the placement of the on/off switch. It's just a cheap lever you should move up and down that is inconveniently located underneath the handle. Therefore, it might be hard to manipulate the lever to turn on/off the unit. It would be better if the manufacturer had used the on/off button and placed it on the front part. This is the area where the iron needs some improvement.

Other than that, we haven't noticed any other design flaws. The iron is of perfect weight (2.38 lbs) to let you iron quite a lot of laundry. For quicker results, we would recommend you to sort garments by fabric type and start with those that require low-temperature setting.

When changing from a high setting to a lower one, the iron needs a 5-minute rest, so it's better to gradually work up the temperature range rather than decrease it.

The Sunbeam GCSBCL-317-000 is backed with the all handy features to make maintenance safer and easier. Just like its more pricey counterparts, it's backed with a timed auto-off system (30 minutes), anti-drip system, and self-clean system. The self-clean system will remove the mineral build-up inside the iron for longer-lasting steam performance. It's recommended to use this feature once a month to maintain the peak performance of the iron.

While the Sunbeam GCSBCL-317-000 iron lacks some extra functions and is not very powerful, it offers all the basic features you may expect from an entry-level model. With its vertical steaming function, variable fabric settings, and an extra blast of steam option, it's an ideal iron for light jobs.

The color of this iron is striking and fresh, which makes the iron look quite modern. But beyond great aesthetics, you get some features that contribute to the ease of use.

For one, the iron features a pointed tip helping with detailing collars, cuffs, lapels, areas around buttons, and inside pleats. Also, this iron will be of great use for those who do a lot of quilting. They will always get flat and beautiful seams using this.

For two, the long 8-foot power cord can be retracted for neat storage. No more winding up the wire or tripping over it and pulling it down. The retractable feature is especially useful when the day gets busy. The only complaint is that it does make the unit pretty tall.

The Sunbeam Steam Master 1400 Watt mid-size iron has almost everything to make operation worry-free. Backed with the Anti-drip technology, it ensures no leaks and accordingly no mess for hassle-free ironing.

Also, no burns or pulls. It uses the non-stick soleplate that glides easily over fabrics and prevents creases as you are ironing. Plus, the soleplate comes with a lifetime warranty, which is a good judgment of product quality.

For extra protection, the item is fitted with 3-way motion smart auto-off function. Therefore, the iron will be switched off if left unattended or set in an improper position.

With an anti-drip feature, quick heat-up time, pulls-free ironing, and 3-way motion smart technology, the morning rush will go smoother than ever. So, we would definitely recommend this iron for busy households.

One more thing that allows the Sunbeam appliance to handle any types of fabric is its non-stick soleplate that glides over any material effortlessly.

In addition to various temperature settings, this model has Shot of Steam feature that will definitely come in handy when it comes to ironing thick types of fabrics or deep creases. To use this option, you need to press two buttons located on both sides of the iron’s body. Thanks to this very design, the Sunbeam iron is convenient to use for right-handed as well as left-handed people. To use the steam feature, you also need to have water inside the iron’s reservoir. It is quite large and transparent so you always have full control over the water level.

Finally, don’t overlook the pointed tip of this model that makes ironing of small details such as pockets, collars, lapels, etc. as easy as anything.

Design is another important thing that should be taken into account when you choose a travel iron. We bet you want your new appliance not only to function properly but also to be convenient to use. The manufacturer of the Sunbeam Hot-2-Trot iron has done its best to make this model as usable as possible. So it has very compact dimensions to fit any palm size perfectly and comes with controls arranged conveniently right at your fingertips. You can easily reach the temperature dial, steam on/off switch, and Shot of Steam buttons when you need to use one of these options. It will also be easy for you to refill the water reservoir since its lid is located on the top of the iron.