6 Best Irons Under £50 UK
In this post we are taking a look at irons. These days, irons have many different functions and features and we will be looking at some of the different options available on the latest models. As ever, we will not only give our opinion on each, but we will also be picking a winner for the month.
1. Russell Hobbs Powersteam Ultra 3100
At a Glance
- Brand: Russell Hobbs
- Weight: 1.6Kg
- Capacity: 0.35 litres
- Wattage: 3100
- Size: 12.2 x 17 x 30.5 cm
- Price: £35.95
Features
Featuring a ceramic sole plate, the Russell Hobbs Powersteam Ultra is equipped with a 350ml water supply, meaning that you will have enough steam, and the steam will be powerful enough to handle creases in denim and linen. The Powersteam Ultra is also equipped with a vertical steam function, meaning that you are able to steam clothes that are hanging up. In addition to the steaming options, the iron also has a built in cleaning program that makes use of an anti-scale cartridge.
Quality and Price
At £35.95, the Hobbs Powersteam is mid-priced in our review. The iron in black has a great a look and the red highlights add to the overall design. The iron is well made, and reasonably heavy in the hand adding to the overall quality of this iron. Whilst this iron does not have as many options as some more expensive models, the ability to steam clothes whilst they are hanging up is very useful and works well. The self cleaning program is also helpful in ensuring that the iron remains as effective as possible.
- Vertical steaming function
- In built cleaning program
- Powerful steam function
- Large water tank
- Not as many features as other irons
For only £35.95 the Russell Hobbs Powersteam Ultra 3100 is a great iron. It is easy to use and very effective in ironing many types of clothes, even heavy materials such as denim. The design is distinct and the iron is easy to grip and use. Overall we would rate this as excellent value for money.
2. Morphy Richards Comfigrip Steam Iron
At a Glance
- Brand: Morphy Richards
- Weight: 1.5Kg
- Capacity: 0.4 litres
- Wattage: 2800
- Size: 29.5 x 12 x 15.3 cm
- Price: £29.99
Features
The Morphy RIchards Comfigrip steam iron offers effective crease removal through the tri-zone soleplate technology. The pearl ceramic non-stick soleplates helps to ensure that this iron will remove creases from all of your clothes. With its precision temperature control feature, it is easy to ensure that you are matching the correct temperature to the correct garment, whilst the large 400ml water tank helps this iron provide a 190g steam boost and 55g of constant steam. The easy grip handle also means that you retain full control when operating the iron.
Quality and Price
At £29.99, the Morphy Richards Comfigrip offers a high quality iron at a very affordable price. This iron offers a good range of features, however remains very easy to use and ensuring that your clothes stay crease free. The red and black design is similar in style to the Russell Hobbs Powersteam Ultra and makes it stand out. Again this iron lacks some of the features from more expensive options, however this does not detract from the overall quality and design.
- Tri-zone soleplate technology
- Precision temperature control
- Stream boost and constant steam
- Large water tank
- Not as many features as other irons
At only £29.99 the Morphy Richards Comfigrip offers an affordable iron that provides great quality ironing. It is easy to use both in the grip and control of the ironing and managing the functions and features that it offers. We believe this offers great value for money and is a worthy addition to this list.
3. Bosch TDA3020GB
At a Glance
- Brand: Bosch
- Weight: 1.5Kg
- Capacity: 0.32 litres
- Wattage: 2800
- Size: 29 x 12.1 x 15 cm
- Price: £45.99
Features
The Bosch TDA is one of the highest priced in our review although a smaller ‘sibling’ model is available for £26.80. This iron features a multi directional CeraniumGlissee soleplate, which as with the other models helps to ensure crease free clothes. The Bosch also features a triple cleaning system to help ensure that the iron remains efficient and effective. The ergonomic and soft grip handle helps to make the operation smooth and comfortable. The Bosch also features a steam shot system producing 170g of steam.
Quality and Price
At £45.99, the Bosch offers and effective iron with a good range of features and functions. It is easy to use and the soleplate and steam technology are good at removing creases from clothes. The style of the iron is not as streamlined as some of the other models in this review, and the look will not suit everyone.
- CeraniumGlissee Soleplate
- Steam shot system
- Triple cleaning system
- Large water tank
- Design of the system less streamline than some other models
At £45.99, this is one of the more expensive models within our review. The Bosch is effective and produces good results, although only offers similar functions and features to the other models reviewed. The soleplate is effective and the triple clean function is an added advantage. We thought the iron look good in the black and grey design, and we would rate this as very good value for money.
4. Philips EasySpeed Steam Iron GC2045/80
At a Glance
- Brand: Philips
- Weight: 1.15Kg
- Capacity: 0.27 litres
- Wattage: 2300
- Size: 12 x 15 x 29 cm
- Price: £40.00
Features
The Philips EasySpeed Steam iron has an ergonomic design that is more streamlined than many of the others reviewed in this post. The Easyspeed offers a 40g/min continuous steam output that helps with removing creases from many of different types of clothes and materials. This iron offers a drip stop system and even steam distribution which provides good overall performance. The iron offers built in self cleaning which helps to prevent and remove limescale, whilst the ceramic soleplate allows for easy gliding when ironing.
Quality and Price
At £40, the Philips EasySpeed offers a better design than many models reviewed and looks very good in the purple and black colours. The iron has a range of functions that helps to ensure that it performs well across different clothes, although the number of options available on the model is less than some others. The iron is easy to use and control due to the precision tip system and even distribution of steam.
- Streamlined and ergonomic design
- In built cleaning program
- Even distribution of steam
- Precision tip system
- Smaller water tank than other models
At £40, the design of the Philips EasySpeed is probably the main selling point for this iron. The iron produces good results and the steam system works well. The iron has a smaller water tank and is not as heavy as many other models, whilst also lacking some of the features of the other models. In all, this is a good iron, and the design is great, however we believe that some other options may offer a better experience. We would rate this a good value for money.
5. Tower T22008
At a Glance
- Brand: Tower
- Weight: 1.2Kg
- Capacity: 0.36 litres
- Wattage: 2400
- Size: 15 x 12 x 31 cm
- Price: £34.99
Features
The T22008 from Tower has one main feature above the others that we have reviewed so far. It is a cordless iron that operates from a base unit. This provides maximum freedom of movement when ironing. The iron provides a 120g / minute continuous steam output and a 150g / minute steam shot. The ceramic soleplate allows for easy gliding when ironing, and the tower also includes a vertical steam function. The self cleaning and anti-drip functions, also help to ensure a hassle free experience when ironing.
Quality and Price
At £34.99, this iron offers a full range of features with the addition of a cordless feature that makes ironing as easy as it can be. The weight of the iron is less than some and the water tank slightly smaller, however this is a trade off against the benefit of being cordless. The iron is easy to use, with good steam distribution. The design is streamlined and the black and purple looks particularly good.
- Vertical steaming function
- Cordless
- Self cleaning and anti drip feature
- Variable steam function
- Smaller water tank than some other irons
For only £34.99 the Tower T22008 offers the benefit of cordless functionality combined with a good design and a decent range of features. The iron produces very good results, and the vertical steam function works well. The convenience of the cordless design means that this is an iron that would suit most people, and one that we would rate as outstanding value for money.
6. Aicok Anti-Scale Iron
At a Glance
- Brand: Aicok
- Weight: 1.1Kg
- Capacity: 0.3 litres
- Wattage: 2200
- Size: 12.4 x 15.8 x 28.6 cm
- Price: £19.99
Features
The Aicok steam iron is the cheapest iron in our review. This iron offers 120g /min steam boost as well as a range of other steam functions including horizontal and vertical steaming. The temperature dial offers five precise settings for different materials, helping you to ensure that you are choosing the right option for your clothes. The inbuilt self clean and auto-shutoff ensure that the iron will stay working for longer, whilst the non-stick soleplate makes ironing easy.
Quality and Price
At £19.99, this iron lacks some of the sophistication of some of the more expensive models in this review, however the ergonomic design and the black and white colours make the iron look good. The features available on this model are strong for the cost of this model, and all help to make the ironing experience as easy as possible. The extended 3 year warranty is also an added bonus for this model, and one that could tip the balance in favour of it.
- Vertical steaming function
- Low price point
- Good design and colour scheme
- 3 year warranty
- Not as many features as other irons
At only £19.99, the Aicok Steam Iron offers a great range of features and functions for this price point. The design looks great and it is very easy to use. The extended warranty ensures that you can guarantee this iron will be long lasting, and for this reason we rate this as outstanding value for money.
All of the irons in this review are strong contenders, however or winner for this month is the Tower T22008 due to the ease of use from the cordless system. We believe that this model is offered at a very competitive price, and will meet the needs and convenience of most people.
