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Philips Handheld Steamer 5000 Series IT8490 review

Philips Handheld Steamer 5000 Series IT8490

CHOICE Expert Rating

79%
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Good points

Good Points

  •   Very good steaming performance
  •   Adjustable steam, 2 settings
  •   Can be used horizontally as well as vertically
  •   Comes with a backing mat that can be used to store the unit
  •   Comes with glove and an extra water tank
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Bad points

Bad Points

  •   Left fine creases in linen and the cotton curtain
  •   Slow and fiddly to steam the cotton shirt
  •   No auto shut off if left idle
  •   Small tank has to be refilled often
  •   Not recommended for use with 100% tap water

Type

Type
Handheld

Recommended products

Recommended

Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
79%
Performance score
85%
Ease of use score
65%
Organza score
90%
Silk score
90%
Wool score
90%
Cotton score
70%
Denim score
80%
Linen score
80%
Poly-cotton shirt score
80%
Dress (100% silk) score
100%
Dress (100% polyester) score
90%
Curtain (cotton) score
80%
Curtain (polyester) score
90%

Sustainability

Country of origin
China
Warranty
2
Shop Ethical rating
C

Related products

Availability
Tested model

Cost

Price
$139.00

Specifications

Heat-up time
35 secs
Cord length (m)
1
Hose length (m)
N/A
Total weight (kg)
0.8
Stated wattage (W)
1200 – 1400
Website
philips.com.au
Tank capacity (L)
0.2

Features

Variable steam
2 settings
Wheels
Telescopic pole
Coat hanger

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