CHI Steam Iron for Clothes with Vertical Steam Burst, 1700 Watts

I love this iron! Gets hot fast and the steam is awesome. I’m a quilter but bought this for clothes as I have an Oliso for quilting. This iron may take over for both. It’s light weight in comparison and has a great point on it. Ceramic plate is smooth. It drains the water out easily after ironing which will extend its life. Also 30 minute shut off which is good for quilting as well as clothes.

I don't know if I am a certified customer, but I DID buy this iron from Amazon long ago. This is one seriously good buy that I have made. My mother thought I was nuts to spend this much on a steam iron, but this one really does what it is supposed to do and does it well. Now that I have it, I am really glad. My previous iron would turn off after a few minutes, leaving me constantly frustrated waiting for it to reheat after a quick trip to the sewing machine. This iron will stay hot. I do not know exactly how long, but after about one half hour or so it does beep to remind you that is still on. If you leave it turned on and facedown, it will beep after a few minutes. This iron really brings the heat, and it brings the steam as well, making short work out of yards of wrinkled cotton duck canvas, yet it has a delicate touch when turned to the "synthetic" or "silk" settings. This is a relatively heavy iron, so it does the work for you, not leaving you to push it into the fabric trying to get the effect you want. There are several accessories that you'll want to have in addition to the iron. One is a delicate teapot or a small funnel for getting water into the steam tank opening. The steam tank holds a good bit of water, but it will overflow if you put too much in. No harm done; you just have some water to mop up. The tank holds about 300 mL, or a little over a cup. Be ready to refill often if you are using the steam setting. Another item you will want to have is an iron cleaning kit. This is an awesome iron, and it does not get sticky easily, but it is a fact of life that all irons will encounter gunk eventually, particularly if you are working with starch. I use a kit made by Rowenta, and it has held out for years. It has a tube of cleaning compound, a rag for applying it to the iron's sole, and a last rag for polishing the sole of the iron when you are done cleaning. When you get the kit, read the directions for more specific details. The last tool I find handy is a hair mister. You will find one listed as a beauty product. It sprays a very fine mist on the fabric you are working on and you can control the density of the mist by the distance that you hold the tool. There is a sprayer mounted on the iron, but the spray it puts out is anemic and difficult to place where you need the water. So do yourself a favor and pick up a hairspray out from the beauty department. I have two of them! Please watch your left hand if you are right-handed. I was holding some fabric down with my left hand while I was ironing, and by accident I tipped the iron in the direction of my left hand. The burn I inflicted on my left index finger was something to behold. The day after the burn, it blistered to the point where the blister popped. At that point I kept it under a Band-Aid for a number of days until the burn healed enough to do without a Band-Aid. I almost nailed my thumb a little while later, but I put ice on it right away and I must not have gotten that much steam on it because it only hurt a little bit for a few days. Forgive me if this is too much information, but you really need to know. If you are left-handed, keep an eye on your right hand. While I am on the topic of hands, I might as well mention that this iron is ambidextrous. You may use it equally with either hand. If you are serious about your sewing, get this iron. If you are just starting out and you have the money, get this iron. If you have kids around, maybe get a different iron, one that turns off right away when you leave it. This includes most irons. If you are just starting out and you do not get this iron, eventually you might want to upgrade. I'm just saying.

I absolutely love this CHI Steam Iron. The sheer number of steam holes gives the steam function a serious run for its money, and it makes ironing feel much faster and more effective. The temperature control is easy to adjust, which makes it useful for different fabric types without feeling like I am guessing. It heats up well and produces a strong, steady steam output, which helps smooth wrinkles quickly. For portability, it is not overly bulky and is easy enough to move around, store, and use when needed. I also like the versatility because it works well for everyday clothing, heavier fabrics, touch-ups, and more delicate items when the temperature is adjusted properly. The iron feels stable while in use and sits securely when placed upright, which is important to me. Overall, it feels reliable, well-made, and powerful. I am very happy with it and would definitely recommend it.

My cheap iron broke, so I decided to upgrade. I picked up this CHI steam iron on sale, and I’m honestly impressed. This thing feels like a premium upgrade the moment you plug it in. The 1700 watts heat up fast, and the 300+ steam holes make a huge difference — the steam comes out evenly and powerfully, so wrinkles disappear with almost no effort. The titanium‑infused ceramic soleplate glides beautifully across fabric. No snagging, no dragging, just smooth passes that make ironing feel quick and easy. The temperature dial is clear and simple to use, and the 10‑foot cord gives you plenty of room to move around without feeling tethered to the outlet. I also appreciate the 3‑way auto shutoff for safety. It’s one of those features you don’t think about until you need it, and it gives me peace of mind. For the price I paid, this was an incredible deal. It performs like a high‑end iron, feels solid in the hand, and makes ironing noticeably faster. However, my mom didn’t like it. She said it was too heavy for her. I might have to get her a lighter iron.

I LOVE this iron. You really get what you pay for with irons. This one has a good weight to it, heats up quickly and stays hot for long ironing sessions. The size is great but still small enough at the tip to get into corners and pleats. I haven’t had any issues with water leaking yet.

I had a GE iron which stopped steaming after twenty years of use. I got this CHI iron because it was highly rated and after using it for several months I'm happy with its performance. Time will tell if it will last as long as my old GE.

If you are a quilter - this is an iron you'll enjoy! 30 min shut off instead of 8 min. Nice and hot. Can turn steam on/off at any setting. As long as you let it heat up, it doesn't drip. I like this model much better than irons that auto wrap core because it's easier to move from flat to heal. 10 star

We are very disappointed in this iron. Out of the box in early May, we didn't like the feel, but gave it a try. It's difficult to really see what temp you are on and we don't like you have to unplug it to be sure it's off. But the reason we needed a new iron was our old one was leaking. At first the new iron leaked a bit, but not always. As time goes by, it's early July & too late to return, it's really leaking. I just ironed a tablecloth with a lot of leaking. Very unhappy. It's crazy some folks are delighted and others not. After evaluating lots of irons, we made a poor choice. I may go back to our old Singer.

110 Volt only! Does not work in UAE

Incorrect plug. Why is this on a UK site. Very annoyed.

You can't go wrong with a CHI iron. It has lots of steam when needed and I like the longer cord. Nice to have a good iron as many of our clothes have linen.

Maravillosa!

I hope to never have to buy another iron again. I’m going to really look after this one! Unplug at the source, turn it to low, fill when not plugged in, fill with distilled water, not use spray starch! I read the instructions & more because I want this to be my last iron! I didn’t take care of my previous iron as well & I cleaned it many times with distilled water & vinegar but it leaked rust onto my beautiful white linens so it’s history. This one was on sale, was highly rated & came in less than 2 days. I used it for hours tonight, the cord is a sufficient length for my space, it uses a lot of water, steams like the bomb! Had a pointed tip which is great for getting into pleats! It’s a dream iron. Get it!