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Heating time
How long you need to wait after filling and switching on before you can start steam cleaning.
Overall ease of use
This takes into account how easy it is to get started, change the cleaning pads, manoeuvre the steamer, noise and storage.
Cleaning time
Average cleaning time considering all the different stain types.
Mop cleaning performance
How well the mop removed footprints, dried pasta sauce and sticky residue from both smooth and textured surfaces.
Handheld steam cleaning performance
How well the mop removed footprints, dried pasta sauce and sticky residue from both smooth and textured surfaces.
Steam cleaner type
Choose the type of steam cleaner you want.
Weight
The weight of the steam cleaner when the water tank is full.
Steam action
How the steam is released.
Adjustable steam
Whether you can vary the steam output depending on the cleaning task.
Steaming time
How long you can steam clean on one tankful of water.
Carpet cleaning
Some steam cleaners include an additional head suitable for cleaning carpets. We haven't tested these.
Price
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