gigigray032447

I have bought expensive ones that don't last any longer than the cheap ones. Now I buy all of time at the thrift shop and always have a back up.

NJ Quilter

Another Rowenta fan here. Have had 2 over the last 20+ years. Also have a EuroPro that I really like and use primarily for quilting. My personal opinion...I think the most important factor with steam irons is to read and follow the directions as to type of water recommended. Some of mine are designed specifically for tap water, others specifically designed for distilled water. Use which one is recommended. And steam those puppies clean once in a while!

mandyrose

I'm with you on that katier I just got some great reviews on that store the iron is one of many many things on my list

sandy l

Highly recommend the dry iron from the Vermont store

BellaBoo

The same dry iron cost less here:http://www.always-free-shipping.com/...-dry-iron.html
I have had this iron for about six years and it still works great. Of course no water to mess it up! I use the Black and Decker Classic metal iron for steam. Lowe's has the non auto shut off model. For the perfectionist or for show quilts this is the only way to iron: www.reliablecorporation.com/Products/Home-Tables/C81_2 Several guild members and most of the LAs in the area have this board. I don't iron anything but quilt blocks so I'm waiting for a smaller table top version.

mawluv

Check out thrift stores and Goodwill. They seem to always have a large selection" no one irons anymore". I'm using a cordless Oreck{.50 cent yardsale find}. It has been used almost every day for the last 18 years. I also use a Haier{$2.99 from Goodwill} love it, has a removable water tank. It was still in its box, same as new, and that was 3 yrs ago. It is used everyday also! I also have a vintage 1940s GE iron, given to me by my Mother in 1960s. I've replaced the cord three times over the years. It is truly amazing how well older things were made and you could almost always fix them yourself. This iron lasted thru my Mom and 5 kids and me and 5 kids!

Sally J

Like others have said the expensive irons seem to sometimes have the same problems as the cheaper ones. I have a cheap Black and Decker that works perfectly. If it starts acting up I'll buy another and still will have spent less than 1/2 of the expensive types.

Weezy Rider

I have the Reliable V100 - and an older Sunbeam that I can use for dry. I also have a B&D with a teflon soleplate. Thing must be 20 years old. It still works, but I only use it for stuff that sticks.

The Sunbeam and the Reliable both have automatic shutoff. You can override the shutoff on the Reliable for quilting.

Mimiqwerty

I bought a dry iron from Amazon.com for about $35 a few months ago (I think the brand is "Champion"). I love it. No more leaks, spitting, or rusty drips. I keep a spray bottle of water or Best Press nearby in case I feel I need it.

cassiemae

I had 2 Rowenta irons and did not like either they both started leaking water every where . Now I went with a cheaper one and it is working fine