Sunbeam Professional Handheld Steamer

The main purpose for which I purchased this was to get wrinkles out of some blackout curtains that hadn’t fallen out on their own for more than 6 months (I guess they never would have). This steamer did an excellent job on the lowest steam setting and probably could have done it even faster on a higher setting, but I didn’t want to risk damaging the cloth. Before purchasing, I did a good amount of research, and while I’m confident I could have done the job with something maybe half the price, I really wanted something that had the capability of handling everything from light to heavy duty - and wouldn’t leak water all over my hardwood flooring in the process. This Sunbeam Professional Steamer is one of the more powerful handheld models I found, has 5 settings (including 1 dry mode, and 4 steam modes), Comes with 1 upholstery and 1 delicate fabric ‘bonnet’, an 8’ cord (I used a heavy duty extension cord for anything beyond that reach), a non-leaking reservoir and pump system, and an excellent nonstick face that can be used vertically or horizontally. So far I have put this to use on 12 curtain panels, one skirt (my wife’s), and one neck-tie, and it’s done an amazing, quick and efficient job on each (and no leaks)! Now for some criticisms/gripes: 1) It is a little heavy for extended use, but I expected that. This isn’t so much a gripe or a criticism, I guess, but more of an observation for those with limited arm strength. 2) while the bonnets are good and useful tools, the condensation that forms on them, does begin to drip fairly quickly. The machine itself isn’t leaking, it’s simply the condensation on the accessory bonnets. Once you remove them, the dripping will cease! If your application and environment won’t be harmed, the bonnets are still excellent tools to use. I did want to note that this would be an issue for any brand of steamer that uses bonnets and is not a particular problem with this model. The bonnets are optional, so I simply took the delicate fabric bonnet off to protect my floors and continued on without further trouble. 3) The design of the water reservoir could have been better in terms of removal from the machine. When you press the release button, the reservoir needs to be pulled forward to be released. However, there really isn’t much on the reservoir to hold onto in order to get it off. What I am doing, is with the steamer off and facing me, I am pushing the release button and pulling on the reservoir’s edge just under that release button. It does the job, but just seems more difficult than it should be. This is the one design flaw that I feel needs be addressed on the next iteration without question. For now, I have some rubberized grip tape that I may install, to create a couple gripping surfaces on the sides of the tank to aid in removal. 4) When putting the reservoir back onto the machine, the tank needs to be aligned top and bottom and then pressed straight in. This is not a problem and isn’t difficult. If, however, you don’t press the tank inward with a positive, purposeful motion, you’ll end up getting a little leakage in the process. I simply make sure to reinstall the tank over the counter or sink or anything else I don’t mind getting a few drops of water on. No biggie! The machine goes right back to normal and doesn’t leak in use. 4) Probably my second biggest gripe next to the reservoir removal issue! I’d really have liked Sunbeam to have included some type of reusable box like the one Electrolux provides with some of their models. The only box you get is standard cardboard and without re-inserting the cardboard shipping supports, the whole thing just kinda flops around inside. The Electrolux has a decent box designed for storage rather than the recycling bin - I wish Sunbeam had been as thoughtful. This isn’t a deal breaker, but I see this (and the reservoir issue) as real areas of opportunity for an otherwise excellent product. Sunbeam has a real winner in the making and certainly an excellent product as is! Since this is only my 2nd day of ownership, my long term review will have to wait. I will post any pertinent updates as and if they arise, for now, I can honestly say, that knowing the several other sunbeam products I own and my experience thus far, I have no reservations in recommending this product to anyone looking for quality and versatility in a larger more powerful handheld steamer.

This is a very nice steamer. It works well. I like that it has different settings for cotton, linen, ect. It takes distilled water so that is something to consider. It heats quickly, has a nice long cord and you can steam a few pieces of clothing before you need to refill it.

Muy bueno

I purchased the professional version of the steamer, because I wanted multiple steam settings. I’ve only used it once and it seems to work just fine. Aesthetically, however, it is rather hideous. It’s like a clunky 1980s video game controller. It’s the cyber truck of steamers, visually. Any which way, I am pleased with my purchase for now. The company really should consider a redesign though. UPDATE: This steamer works fine. I like that it is designed to be somewhat hard water resistant. The trigger button gets held down in the “always on” mode too easily though, which is annoying. A lot of steam comes out even on the lowest setting. There is really no need to have 5 heat settings. 3 would have been sufficient.

My first steamer purchase ever. Bought this as this seems to be a newly launched product, and Sunbeam is a respectable brand. After 1 month of usage it is still working fine, producing a steady stream of steam. There are multiple modes for different garment types but I do not see substantial differences in performance. I always pick Linen / Cotton (highest heat) but all my garments are still pretty wrinkled after multiple runs. Water tank is also on the small side. One tank is good for about 5 pieces of garments.

Broke after a couple months of light use. I only used distilled water in it. It turns on but no steam will come out. Wouldn’t recommend.

I should have bought this years ago. Perfect steamer. Other steamers have left my clothes wet and still wrinkled. This one works perfectly!!

Excelente calidad en el planchado y bastante fácil de usar tanto en posición vertical como en horizontal. El único fallo que le veo es lo rápido que se acaba el agua, pero la recarga es bastante fácil.