Long Story, but this iron had a lot to live up to. My husband was in a bit of a snit one day and claimed he couldn't see over my pile of clothes atop the dryer, to where the Rowenta is proudly parked. The next thing i knew, it was on the floor in pieces. After ranting about how much a new Rowenta would cost (and thinking of all the other things i could spend about $125 on, I decided to hit my favorite place for reviews (Amazon, of course- and it's FREE!) and got down to business. I was pretty excited when i spied an iron that had good reviews, for less than $20.00. Whoever said "you get what you pay for" was absolutely right in this case! First of all, i was shipped TWO of these (Proctor Silex, btw, the ocean-mist color... i mean, if you're going to get a cheap iron with no features, might as well choose a pretty one, right?) and the seller insisted that I ordered TWO, so i'm into this another $7.00 to return one of them already -my dime.) It was one month and 3 days before i geared up to try 'er out! Nightmare! I poured the distilled water IN, and it poured OUT the bottom almost as fast. When I went to set it down on the ironing board, it was so light and the cord so poorly placed, that it would not stand up. I was appalled! Muttering under my breath something like "gosh darn cheap mass-produced made in china piece of S#%& !!!!!"
I let all the water run out (LOL) and packed it up. The seller was quite reasonable about it, really, and my 2nd return was paid for by someone! I proclaimed to my husband and anyone who would listenthat i was going to buy another Rowenta and that was that! Again, thoughts of new sandals were running through my head, so I thought it couldn't hurt to at least take a peek at some less expensive options.
Enter, the newe Black & Decker. This must have been designed by a woman (just kidding, no insults intended!) Since Amazon is generally excellent with customer service and returns, I stepped outside of the lines and bought this iron. I had to come on and do a review. I use the Amazon reviews ALL the time. In my opinion they beat the Consumer Reports subscription by a long shot!
THE REVIEW OF THE IRON STARTS HERE - WHAT IS WRITTEN ABOVE IS MY TROLL ROUTINE!
The first thing i noticed was the heft and weight of this iron. Then, the gleaming face plate (no teflon-ish stuff to peel or chip). Soooo many holes for steam (and the steam really pumps from this machine!) It heats up in Lightning Speed, (so important now that they all "shut off" automatically-which is ok, i understand the safety issue, but hate waiting for my iron to heat up again if I've gone to grab another Dr. Pepper or something, oh and BTW... this one gives you TEN minutes, not EIGHT like most others.) and the controls are so convenient, just a press of the thumb (no changing hand positions) to change temps. The neon green display "screen" is very high tech looking (this is not your mother's iron, lol) and it continuously displays the fabric type associated with the current temperature. (i think there are 8 or 9 suggested settings.) So, you glance at the iron and READ "cotton" or "linen"-- or whatever it is -- before you begin to "press" Grandma's polyplastic housedress headed for a meltdown! This iron stands BEAUTIFULLY, as the cord is soft, flexible, just the right length... and ON A SWIVEL thing so it just does NOT get in the way, ever. There are more features, but it is not the "bells & whistles" kind that seem to be made to shorten the lifespan of any appliance by crapping out and necessitating the purchase of another one -- each feature is helpful.
I can't imagine a better iron, period. The cord is soft and long, AND attaches to the base with a swivel that really keeps it out of the way. The settings are wonderful! The digital panel tells you which fabric type you're ready to pressis, (so nice for the young housewife of today who had her clothes ironed for her for 20+ years, AND never got her feelings hurt at school. It comes with a handy measuring funnel thing, but in my excitement of ripping into the box, i missed that, and had NO problem pouring straight from the jug into a perfectly angled hole that no water escaped from even when i had hit the VISIBLE water level fill line! The directions say tap water is fine, but I am old-school with my iron and my bissell floor steamer and stick to distilled. There are instructions about "self-cleaning", and a 2 year warranty! This iron makes wrinkles run for cover! It beeps when ready, and for some other reasons, (didn't read all through it yet.) All in all, i give it a HUGE thumbs up! The only thing i will say that "could" be a con is the weight of it. But i wanted a heavy iron, and it glides over fabric like Dorothy Hammill! Yay B & D! This is Hecho en Mexico! A big BIG plus as far as I am concerned. I try with all my might to look for alternatives to landfill-ready items made in China. Phone number for questions is right on the front of the instruction booklet. What a THING~!!!!!! I bet this iron will last at least 20 years. A value at twice the price! My mom is a domestic Queen who irons dishtowels and she is jealous! That just says it all. ------(thanks for listening... :))
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Specifications
- Auto-Cleaning: Yes
- Color: Gray
- Digital: Yes
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 4.9 x 6.3 Inches
- Ready Indicator Light: Yes
- Sole Plate Material: INOX Stainless Steel
- Steam Control: Yes
Black + Decker Digital Advantage Professional Steam Iron
Item #:D2030
Get ideal results for any type of fabric. The Black + Decker Digital Advantage Professional Steam Iron features a digital display that lets you choose the temperature, steam level, and fabric setting, every time you iron. The stainless steel soleplate holds up for the long haul, and the 3-way auto shutoff feature gives you peace of mind with each use.
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Digital LCDThe clear-view display shows the current ironing mode so you can make sure you’re getting the best results for any fabric. The number chart is printed on the water tank. |
Variable Temperature and SteamAn intuitive dial let’s you find the best temperature and steam settings for any type of garment. |
Stainless Steel SoleplateThe durable, heavy-duty soleplate glides easily over all fabric types and presses out wrinkles in no time. |
Comfort Grip HandleDesigned with ergonomic features and a special attention to comfort, the iron handle fits nicely in your hand. |
Auto Clean System
3-Way Auto Shutoff
Spray Mist
Anti-Drip
Powerful Burst of steam
Powerful burst of steam allows you to use your iron like a steamer for quick touch-ups without the ironing board.
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| Price | Currently unavailable. | $44.41 | $84.99 | -15% $29.68 List: $34.99 | $14.58 | -10% $35.99 List: $39.99 |
| Delivery | — | Get it as soon as Thursday, May 16 | Get it as soon as Thursday, May 16 | Get it as soon as Thursday, May 16 | Get it as soon as Thursday, May 16 | Get it as soon as Thursday, May 16 |
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| Sold By | — | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Good Buy Products |
| base material | Stainless Steel | Aluminum | Ceramic | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| wattage | 1500 watts | 1800 watts | 1700 watts | 1200 watts | — | 1800 watts |
| special feature | Auto Shut Off | Programmable | Retractable Cord | Retractable Cord | Auto Shutoff, Water Spray Function, Steam Control, Lightweight | Auto Shutoff |
| frequency | 50 hertz | — | 60 hertz | 50 hertz | — | 50 hertz |
| weight | 0.64 ounces | — | 1.58 kilograms | 2.87 pounds | — | 2.84 pounds |
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Feels bulky, heavy, but. irons really well.
I bought this as a replacement to my HM durathon. I looked around and seems like this is the best affordable quality iron in the market right now. The ratings made me jump on the wagon.I have been using it for quite a while and now and i am getting used to it. It is heavier than my old broken durathon and for me, it feels somewhat bulky.The steam is powerful so the downside is if you turn it all the way up, you might need to keep refilling it all the time. The little container it came with only holds a very small amount of water so I use a coke bottle instead to fill it up with water.The LCD monitor is neat but really, most iron even they don't have lcd screen will let you choose the kind of cloth and temperature in a click of a button.The off and on button is also just ok. It takes one click to turn it on and about 3 seconds long press to turn it off. For me, I prefer the one click off. Specially if i am in a hurry. I am not also fond of the design of the off and on button. It's too small and it puts indent on your finger. They need to get rid of that bump on top of the on/off button and just make a button.The only thing I like about this iron is that it irons fast and it steams really well. No leaks and no water spitting out like my old durathon.i just need to get used to the heaviness of this one.Now after having it for quite a while, I kinda wish i just bought a different iron that's a lot lighter. I iron everyday and I can really tell how heavy it is. And every time I iron, It reminds me all the time how I hate that off and on button. Other than those things I give this iron a 4 star just because it really irons well.
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monier_b@yahoo.ca
Excellent value for the price!!
Reviewed in Canada on December 11, 2020Style: Steam Iron - BlueVerified Purchase
DanTei
Super iron for the money. Lots of steam and wrinkles can't resist with this one....
Reviewed in Canada on September 15, 2019Style: Steam Iron - GrayVerified Purchase
Sergio Navarro
Excelente precio y rápido envío
Reviewed in Mexico on August 16, 2017Style: Steam Iron - GrayVerified Purchase
Nazia, London
iron conked
Reviewed in India on November 4, 2018Style: Steam Iron - BlueVerified Purchase
