Irons are undoubtedly a necessity to have in every household as they help to smoothen out wrinkles on your garments or any kind of fabric.
Though with a wide variety of good brands of irons in the market, which iron brand is the best? We have listed our top picks to help iron out your dilemma on deciding on the best quality iron.
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Top 10 Clothes Irons in Malaysia
- Panasonic Cordless Steam Iron (1550W) NI-WL30VSK
- Deroma Deerma HS200 Portable Steam Iron
- Elba 1.5L Garment Steam Iron EGSI-G1842LB
- Electrolux Steam Iron ESI6123 (2200W)
- Morphy Richards Steam Generator Iron
- Philips Diva Dry Iron GC122
- Pensonic 3 in 1 Function Steam Iron (2200W) PSI-1006
- Tefal FS4030 Durilium Airglide Technology Easygliss Steam Iron (1200W)
- Khind Electric Dry Iron EI402
- Tefal Steam Generator Express Compact Iron SV7112
Why It’s Our Top Pick:
“A cordless iron such as Panasonic’s cordless steam iron allows you to iron at any place you like without the fuss of getting yourself or your clothes in a tangle.
It enables you to iron your garments at any angle thanks to its multi-direction soleplate that’s pointed at both ends and is symmetrically formed. You won’t miss a crease.”
Overview:
With regards to safety features, this cordless iron’s hot plate rests securely on its power base which reduces the risk of unwanted accidents. Rid your clothes of wrinkles with its powerful steam shot.
Plus, its water tank is detachable which makes it more convenient to empty and refill water without constantly having to carry the iron to do so. Its anti-drip feature prevents water leakage by automatically cutting off its water supply if the temperature of the soleplate drops to a certain level.
Performance:
This iron functions well and feels light even when filled with water. Due to its cordless design, your movements are unrestricted and it makes it easy to use. However, it takes a little while to heat up.
More: 6 Best Cordless Steam Irons That Makes Ironing Much More Easier and Flexible
When travelling, an iron comes in handy as our clothes tend to get creased from being stored in our luggage.
Overview:
Featuring a 2-in-1 design, choose between a garment steamer or a flat iron and you’re good to go at getting your garments to look pristine again.
Deroma’s portable iron also has a dual-duct heating system that spouts a large amount of steam in such a short time to iron your clothes. Its high-pressure steam penetrates through heavy clothing pieces both inside and out, thus improving its ironing effect.
Besides, it’s made from a ceramic glaze aluminium alloy panel that produces pressure to press clothes after steam wrinkling, without damaging them.
Performance:
Users couldn’t be more satisfied with this portable iron. Do note that given its portability, the water tank is small. It’s a sturdy product that’s of good quality.
Based on reviews, it seems that too much steam is released. This means that its smart preheating system may not be very effective.
When handling linen and delicate silk, a garment steamer is an ideal choice to press these delicate clothes without damaging them.
Overview:
Operating between 1,500-1,800W, this garment steam comes with a water tank that has a capacity of 1.5L. Its variable temperature control with indicator light provides easy viewing. Not to mention, you can also adjust its temperature according to the type of garment you’re handling.
Thanks to its caster wheels, this garment steamer can practically be moved anywhere. Height issue won’t be a problem as its telescopic pole is easily adjustable. Its drainage valve also allows for effortless maintenance and cleaning.
Performance:
Garnering a good rating of 4.9/5, this garment steamer is one of our recommendations based on reviews. It works well and makes it easy to iron clothes.
You need not burn a hole in your wallet for the best quality iron. The Electrolux Steam Iron ESI6123 is a good contender.
Overview:
Its scratch-resistant soleplate that’s coated with RESILIUM coating and contains 500 steam holes, provides an even output of steam and heating. It also has a 3-way auto shut-off that beeps as an indicator and blinking safety alerts.
Moreover, its precision stainless steel nose tip ensures that you won’t miss a wrinkled spot.
Performance:
Users complimented that this is the best steam iron for clothes as it has no water leakage and has a non-stick surface. Though heavy, it feels solid. It heats up fast and its amazing features make this iron much easier to use compared to regular irons.
A steam generator iron is known for its higher steam output that straightens out wrinkles more effectively compared to standard steam irons.
Overview:
If you’re needing to iron your bed sheets or large clothing pieces often, investing in Morphy Richards’ steam generator iron is a good choice. This Power Steam Elite steam generator iron has an ultimate steam power that produces crease-busting steam, which penetrates through multiple layers.
Though the 200g pressurised steam and 310g steam boost mean that more water is needed, its large 2.2 L water tank capacity minimizes the constant need to refill it. Better yet, its auto-clean feature protects it against limescale build-up that maintains its powerful steam performance.
Performance:
According to users, this steam generator iron produced amazing results thanks to its incredibly efficient shot of steam. They found that it’s much easier to use compared to irons of other brands.
Not into steam irons? Stick to the ever-reliable dry irons.
Overview:
Philips Diva dry iron’s soleplate is coated with a special non-stick layer for good gliding performance on your clothes. Besides, the narrow tip of the soleplate enables you to iron out the areas of your clothes that are difficult to reach. If that’s not enough, the button groove helps to hasten ironing along with buttons and seams.
Feel relaxed when ironing, as the handle of this dry iron features an ergonomic grip and prevents slipping whilst ironing. This dry iron too can be neatly stored as its cord can be wrapped around its heel rest.
Performance:
Praised for its good product quality and for being good value for money, users were pleased that it works well and is affordable! It’s a no-frills iron that is uncomplicated and gets the job done.
This steam iron that’s capable of cleaning itself from limescale and impurities certainly adds extra years to its lifespan!
Overview:
Steam, spray, and dry, Pensonic’s steam iron can do it all. It comes with a comfortable handle and a non-stick soleplate. Meanwhile, its adjustable temperature control and variable steam level give you control for optimum ironing performance.
Adding to that, this 1800-2200W steam iron also features a spray mist and shot of steam feature that smoothens out creases in a jiffy!
Performance:
This Pensonic steam iron works well and is good for ironing out creases. It feels light and is easy to use. Definitely worth the price!
Irons with stainless steel soleplate should be considered as it helps to determine its durability for years to come.
Overview:
Built with Durilium technology, Tefal’s steam iron soleplate provides outstanding gliding performance that enables a quick and seamless ironing process. Its soleplate is also scratch-resistant thus, you need not worry about having to iron over zippers.
Better yet, the incorporated easy cord system prevents the cord from getting in the way while you iron. Safety is ensured thanks to its stable heel that prevents the iron from falling.
With an extra-long 1.8m cord, mobility is not an issue, and you need not be right next to the plug point to do your ironing.
Performance:
Amazing quality, lightweight, and it smoothens out wrinkles effortlessly. Users couldn’t be more satisfied with this steam iron.
Affordable irons perform as great as their expensive counterparts at getting wrinkles out of the way. This electric iron by KHIND is worth your consideration if you’re on a budget.
Overview:
This user-friendly iron comes with an easy and accurate temperature setting for you to set accordingly. Its power light switches off automatically which signals that your desired temperature is reached.
Its non-stick Teflon coating also enables this iron to smoothly glide over your garments. This also makes cleaning and maintaining it much easier. In a rush? This lightweight iron helps speed up the ironing process.
Performance:
Despite its low price point, its quality and performance have not been compromised. With a perfect 5-star rating on Shopee, there is nothing to complain about. It’s good value for money.
What could be more practical when you have an iron that automatically shuts off after being immobile for a while?
Overview:
The Tefal Steam Generator Express Compact Iron SV7112 generates 3x more steam that offers express ironing compared to traditional steam irons. It also comes with a large capacity removable water tank so you need not worry about having to constantly refill it.
Additionally, its 5.9 bar pump pressure and 120 g/min continuous steam output results in speedy ironing results. On another note, its 360g/min steam boost smooths out even the most stubborn creases seamlessly.
Performance:
This iron feels light and works well. Its steam pressure is capable of killing up to 99.99% of germs and bacteria. The Tefal Steam Generator Express Compact Iron SV7112 is powerful yet energy-saving when on Eco mode.
How To Choose The Best Iron?
There are a few things to consider before deciding on the best clothes iron, such as:
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Type of Iron
There are 2 kinds of irons; steam and dry.
Steam irons are more adaptable yet, they can be more costly than dry irons. Dry irons, on the other hand, are more budget-friendly. But, to add water while ironing your clothes to smoothen out wrinkles, you’ll need to have a separate spray bottle on standby. Steam irons would not require you to do this.
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Soleplates
There are different kinds of soleplates made from different materials, such as stainless steel, anodized aluminium, ceramic and non-stick coating. Choosing the right material is crucial to ensure that the iron glides smoothly over your clothes, such as stainless steel or ceramic soleplates.
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Heat settings
Good quality irons feature various temperature control settings which allow you to choose the right one for garments of a different material.
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Comfort
When ironing clothes, you’d want to ensure you feel comfortable while doing so with an easy-to-grasp handle. Thus, looking for an iron with an ergonomic handle certainly goes a long way.
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Automatic shut-off
Safety measures should always be taken into account, especially when handling hot objects. Looking for an iron that has an automatic shut-off feature is worth considering as it switches off your iron automatically especially when it’s been inactive for some time.
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Cord
Irons with a long cord prevent the incidence of getting tangled. Plus, it can be stretched up to a certain length which makes it practical.
Cordless irons, on the other hand, are more practical as you’ll be able to iron even with no plug point nearby.