Irons. Reliable Digital Velocity or Braun?
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Irons. Reliable Digital Velocity or Braun?
Does anyone have any experience with these brands/models? I am in search of a new iron. I have read many of your reviews in previous threads. It is so confusing. So many different opinions!!
I need one that has an automatic shut off override... meaning to delay the automatic shut off. And obviously one that doesn't leak..
Thanks.
MA
I need one that has an automatic shut off override... meaning to delay the automatic shut off. And obviously one that doesn't leak..
Thanks.
MA
#4
I haven't seen a new one that doesn't have auto shutoff, but they do vary in the times. I read the instructions before buying last time and was glad that I did. I found one with 15 minute shutoff...most were 8 minutes. I bought a Shark. As for leaks...I don't think one exists that doesn't develop a leak at some point. Even the expensive ones do from what I've read. I seem to be replacing mine annually or so...I limit to about $30-35 because of that.
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Location: Southern Indiana
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I have not found one yet, that won't eventually leak. I think a lot depends on the hardness of the water in your area, some irons tell you not to use distilled water, and how often you use it. Do you use it every day, is it on for hours at a time etc. I bought an expensive iron last Christmas, it is leaking like a sieve right now. Im going to get a cheapy from Walmart next!!
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Sorry, I LOVE my Rowenta that I got at Costco. I make sure that I have my ironing stack up so I can efficiently use my iron. It heats up so quickly!! I NEVER leave it on because it really does use MORE energy than most appliances including TVs!!
#9
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Join Date: May 2011
Location: Pacific NW
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No experience at all with Braun, but I do have a Reliable Digital Velocity and love it! The Rowentas scare me, there have been so many stories in the last couple of years about smoking, arcing, fires, and burns.... it's just not worth the risk IMO.
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