Digital, Auto shut - off, Vertical steaming, Anti drip & anti - scale, Self clean
Disadvantages:
Heavy, Location of temperature button
Recommend to potential buyers:
yes
Full review
About Russell Hobbs 12236 2200 digital steamglide iron:
* Powerful 2200 watts with 100g steam burst
* Variable steam/dry iron control. 30g/min steam output
* Water spray function for stubborn creases
* Powerful vertical steam: Removes wrinkles from furnishing fabrics, curtains, without removing them and from hanging clothes.
* Self-clean function and temperature ready light
* Anti-drip for optimum ironing and anti-scale to prevent the build up of scale particles
* Digital display, no need for traditional dial: Selected temperature can be visually recognized by LED indicator lights
* Stainless steel soleplate for even heat distribution and easy glide
* Auto shut-off function: The iron automatically switches off in about 30 seconds if its left switched on with the soleplate down, or about 7 minutes if its left sitting on its heel
* Soft grip handle provides a slip-resistant grip
* 400ml water tank capacity
AVAILABLITY: Selling at Amazon.co.uk for 24.99 GBP Currys: 24.99 GBP under half-price sale Dixons online: 16.99 GBP (P&P 9.99 GBP) You can get a simpler version from Argos for 16.66 GBP without the auto shut off function. I got mine from Price Drop TV for 17.98 GBP including P&P.
GUARANTEE: Holds a gurantee of one year for defects affecting product functionality.
MY OPINION: This iron has got some very good features and is not hard on the pocket too. The digital function is quite helpful to get the iron heated up to the accurate temperature required. Its looks are classy with elegant metal grey finish.
What I liked most about this iron is the auto shut-off function, which I feel is its unique selling point. This can also prevent a lot of damage if left on, especially with children around. Easy to clean as well: You only have to press a button and it will self-clean. The anti-scale agent incorporated in the iron helps prevent the build-up of scale, therefore no need to use any descaling compound.
Secondly, with the vertical steam, I find it very easy to iron my curtains without actually having them unhooked. This saves a lot of time and energy and leaves my curtains with a new look. This iron is all about lights and beeps: It will beep to let you know its warming up, the temperature light will glow red and when you set the temperature it will move from one to another until you reach the desired temperature.
With this iron there is no apprehension of getting any cloth burnt between different temperature settings. For example if you are ironing a cotton blouse with the top setting and then plan to iron a delicate acrylic or nylon garment, this iron tells you exactly when to start ironing. After you turn the temperature setting down from 3 to 1, the light under your chosen temperature setting will cycle between green and red and the temperature light will cycle between flashing and glowing. This shows that the thermostat is working to maintain the chosen temperature setting. It will beep again to let you know that it has dropped the temperature down and its now safe for you to iron your delicate fabric. Now again a great feature.
Talking about its negative aspects, one thing which really gets annoying is the location of the temperature setting button. It keeps coming in way when you hold the iron and sometimes gets pressed accidentally. Moreover, the iron is a bit heavy.
Considering the pros and cons, I feel this iron is not a worthless purchase. Afterall you get a branded product under a very affordable price.
