If the prospect of tackling a towering laundry pile leaves you in a cold sweat, it could be time to invest in one of the best steam irons. Today’s top-notch models promise powerful steam and crease-busting technology to help you power through piles of clothes in record time.
With four children in primary school and nursery, I’ve always got stacks of uniforms waiting to be ironed, alongside my own dresses and skirts that seem to crease the moment I sit down. From premium models to budget buys, I’ve tested myriad steam irons (as well as clothes steamers) to find out which ones are worth your money and actually live up to their claims.