Are you constantly struggling to get stubborn creases out of your silk shirts or cotton bed sheets? If so, it may be worth looking out for a steam iron in the Black Friday sales.
Black Friday 2024 runs officially from 29 November to Cyber Monday on 2 December, meaning it’s your last chance to get huge deals on top-name steam iron brands including Tefal, Philips, Ninja and Russell Hobbs from retailers and department stores like Amazon, Lakeland and John Lewis,
But with so many offers around, it’s easy to miss the genuinely good ones. So, we’ve rounded up the very best offers and will be keeping this page updated until midnight so that you can grab the best deals. Check out our picks below.
A traditional steam iron comes with a built-in water tank and uses steam to relax the fabric and get rid of creases. The higher the steam output, the more powerful its de-creasing abilities will be.
Prices can start from as little as £10, and we’ve found plenty of top-performers for under £50.
Tower T22008 CeraGlide Cordless 2-in-1 Steam Iron
Score: 92/100
Was: £22.99 Now: £17.99
Our joint winning steam iron is quick to heat up and can be used as a cordless or corded model, depending on what suits. You only get 35 seconds of cordless power at a time (recharging in 15 seconds) though. That aside, its ability to remove creases impressed in test.
Breville DiamondXpress Steam Iron
Score: 88/100
Was: £66.99 Now: £39.00
This compact and lightweight iron glided across clothes with ease and the large water tank lasted well, making it a great side kick for tackling that mountain of laundry. The steam shot was a little inconsistent at times but still very effective at banishing creases.
Philips Azur 8000 Series DST8020/26 Steam Iron
Score: 87/100
Was: £119.99 Now: £79.99
Earning top marks from our experts for tackling creases across all fabrics, this steam iron smoothed wrinkles in just one pass.
The 300ml water tank lasts around 15 minutes and is easy to refill, with high praise for the steam boost trigger for stubborn creases. A reliable choice for quick results – and currently 33% off.
Russell Hobbs Easy Store Wrap & Clip Steam Iron
Score: 86/100
Was: £32.99 Now: £25
Being able to wrap the cord round the base of this steam iron was a real bonus for our testers who enjoyed the neat finish.
In use, they found the steam boost helpful when tackling creases and liked that the water tank was large enough to last for over 20 minutes of ironing.
Russell Hobbs Powersteam Ultra 3100 W Vertical Steam Iron
Score: 85/100
Was: £69.99 Now: £38.00
Maintaining a steady temperature throughout the testing period, testers quickly became a fan of this steam iron. It impressed on cotton, polycotton and linen and our expert particularly liked its auto shut-off feature which turns the iron off after 30 seconds of lying flat.
Morphy Richards Cordless Steam Iron
Score: 81/100
Was: £54.99 Now: £34
As a cordless model, this Morphy Richards steam iron removes the faff of dealing with wires but does limit your ironing time, as you will need to recharge frequently. That aside, it heats up rapidly and all the controls are easy and intuitive to use.
Steam generator irons have separate water tanks, so can release more steam at a higher pressure. They’re bigger and bulkier but remove deep creases effectively and iron both sides of the garment at the same time, so you can speed through your laundry pile.
They tend to be more expensive, with the best models ranging between £100 to £300, so it’s worth taking advantage of discounts during sales events like Black Friday.
Philips PerfectCare Elite Plus Steam Generator Iron
Score: 95/100
Was: £599.99 Now: £329.99
Our winning steam generator is currently 45% off, making it a great time to grab a bargain on a premium product.
It took two minutes to preheat but otherwise was hard to fault, breezing through our laundry pile without a fuss.
Morphy Richards Speed SteamPro 1.6L Steam Generator 332102
Score: 89/100
Was: £249.99 Now: £179
This steam generator iron impressed with its sleek design and reliable, drip-free steam function. The trigger lock allows continuous steam without straining your hand, and it efficiently uses water, producing plenty of steam without draining the tank too quickly. While it could heat up a bit faster and the tank could be easier to detach, it performed well on all fabrics, making it a solid choice – especially when on sale.
Philips PerfectCare 6000 Steam Generator Iron
Score: 88/100
Was: £269.99 Now: £169.99
Boasting Philips’ unique one temperature technology, this steam generator iron works at the optimal temperature needed for each type of fabric it’s tackling, which is ideal for delicate clothing made of silk or lace. On test, it ticked all the boxes for being easy to use, effective and lightweight.
Score: 85/100
Was: £149 Now: £99
If you wear suits, this iron is a game-changer. It’s fast on linen and cotton and incredibly easy to use, with intuitive instructions. The water tank is a bit tricky to remove, and it takes a little longer to heat up, but the results are well worth the wait. With a smooth-gliding soleplate, built-in cable storage, it boasts a premium feel at an affordable price.
Morphy Richards Power Steam Elite
Score: 84/100
Was: £209.99 Now: £163.66
With a tank capacity of two-litres, this is a great pick for large families or those tackling a large pile of ironing in one go!
It worked well across all fabrics, removing creases in under 30 seconds, and the steam output was consistent.
Tefal Steam Generator Iron Express Essential
Score: 75/100
Was: £149.99 Now: £88.99
Producing the quickest crease removal on test, this steam generator iron is certainly impressive.
It kept needing time to reheat to maintain its steam output in testing, so we think its better suited to ironing smaller piles of laundry. That’s a small niggle though for pristine shirts in under 30 seconds.
Clothes steamers are ideal for quickly refreshing your garments without the need for an ironing board. They’re suitable for delicate fabrics and can help you give curtains a once-over or get wrinkles out of sheets too.
There are two main types of garment steamer: handheld and upright. Opt for a handheld model if your priorities include small touch-ups and travel, but if you’re looking for a machine that can tackle the bigger jobs, an upright model with a big tank capacity is best.
Philips Steam & Go Plus Handheld Garment Steamer
Score: 90/100
Was: £65 Now: £41.70
Our joint winner in the handheld steamer category is certainly a smart buy if you’re looking for something that will make light work of a multitude of creases. It heats up in under 30 seconds and comes with a handy protective glove to prevent any accidental burns.
Tefal Pure POP Garment Steamer
Score: 87/100
Was: £50 Now: £30
This compact clothes steamer is perfect for popping in your suitcase for holidays, weekend breaks or business trips.
It’s quick to heat up and delivered impressive results across cotton, viscose and silk.
Philips 3000 Series Handheld Steamer
Score: 85/100
Was: £37.99 Now: £27
Taking 31 seconds to pre-heat, this clothes steamer will help you on your way to neatly ironed clothes in minutes.
It removed the majority of creases without a fuss and our testers liked that the handle tucks under the main body for easy storage, making it great for travelling with too.
Beldray BEL0932RG 1500 W Handi Steam Max Pro
Score: 78/100
Was: £29.99 Now: £26.99
Heating up in just 30 seconds, this device couldn’t be simpler to use. There’s just two heat settings and a brush attachment for finer fabrics so testers could quickly get to work removing creases. Most were removed from viscose, linen, silk, cotton and polycotton with one sweep but deeper creases might need a second go over.
Tefal Access Steam Care DT9100 Handheld Garment Steamer
Score: 78/100
Was: £114.99 Now: £69.99
This clothes steamer left viscose and linen wrinkle-free but struggled with silk and cotton, leaving the odd crease behind.
It left a few wet patches behind too, but its quick heat-up time makes it a fantastic choice for quick touch-ups.
Russell Hobbs Steam Genie Aroma
Score: 76/100
Was: £64.99 Now: £40
Boasting a scent infuser to create beautifully perfumed steam, this steamer is a handy gadget to have for refreshing clothes between washes. It struggled a little on cottons and linens but excelled with lightweight fabrics, banishing creases in seconds.
Why you should trust the Good Housekeeping Institute
At the Good Housekeeping Institute, we’ve been testing appliances for 100 years, so we know what to look for when it comes to quality. When searching for the best buys for getting creases out of your clothes, our team tests products from all the market leaders, following strict protocols to ensure each is reviewed to the same rigorous standards.
The results are then passed to our homes editor, Hannah Mendelsohn, and homes writer, Megan Geall, who analyse all the feedback, asking lots of questions, to turn the results into easy-to-read reviews you can trust.
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