Quick answer: a steam iron from $22 to $189 is enough for most households. If you iron a full family basket every week, a steam generator ($100 to $444) gives several times more steam and finishes the job much faster. A garment steamer ($35 to $465) is the quickest way to refresh shirts, dresses and suits on the hanger, but it does not give a crisp, pressed crease.
Steam iron, steam generator or garment steamer?
| Type | Best for | Price at Hajjar Shop |
|---|---|---|
| Steam iron | Everyday ironing, small to medium loads | $22 to $189 |
| Steam generator | Big family baskets, bed linen, thick cotton | $100 to $444 |
| Garment steamer | Quick touch-ups on the hanger, delicate fabrics | $35 to $465 |
October 2026 prices. See every model in our steam irons and garment steamers categories.
Steam irons: what to look for
Two numbers matter most. Continuous steam (in grams per minute) is the steam you get all the time; steam boost is a short burst for stubborn creases. A soleplate that glides well also saves time.
- Budget and everyday: the Braun FreeStyle 5 (2,600 W) or the Tefal Easygliss, with 45 g/min continuous steam and a 220 g/min boost.
- More steam: the Calor FV5721 EasyGliss with a Durilium AirGlide soleplate, or the Tefal Puregliss (3,000 W) with a 280 g/min boost.
- Rowenta: the Rowenta Eco Steam (2,700 W) for home, and the compact Rowenta Travel for trips.
Steam generators: for big ironing days
A steam generator keeps the water in a separate base tank and sends steam to the iron under pressure. You get far more steam than from a normal iron, so thick cotton, bed sheets and a full family basket go much faster.
- Tefal Express Optimal: the entry point, with 110 g/min of steam.
- Calor Express Easy SV6131: ready in 2 minutes, with 120 g/min continuous steam and a 350 g/min boost.
- Calor Express AirGlide Limited Edition: 120 g/min continuous steam and a 450 g/min boost.
- Tefal Pro Express Protect: 7.5 bar of pressure and one safe setting for all ironable fabrics.
- Tefal Pro Express: the top of the range, with an 800 g/min steam boost.
Garment steamers: refresh clothes on the hanger
A garment steamer releases wrinkles from clothes while they hang, with no ironing board. It is gentle on delicate fabrics and ideal for a quick touch-up before going out.
- Handheld: the Braun QuickStyle 3, QuickStyle 5 and the Tefal Access Steam Easy are light and quick. The Tefal Origin Travel packs into a suitcase.
- Upright: the Tefal Pro Style is ready in 45 seconds with a removable 1.5 litre tank, and the Pro Style Care adds more power.
- All in one: the Tefal IXEO Vision combines a garment steamer, an iron and an adjustable ironing board, so you can steam on the hanger or press shirts flat with the same machine.
Power and your generator subscription
Irons are among the most power-hungry appliances in the home. At 220 V, amps are roughly the wattage divided by 220. The heating element switches on and off once the soleplate is hot, but plan for the full draw when it heats up.
| Appliance | Power | Approximate draw |
|---|---|---|
| Braun QuickStyle 3 garment steamer | 1,100 W | about 5 A |
| Tefal Pro Style garment steamer | 1,700 W | about 7.7 A |
| Calor Express Easy steam generator | 2,400 W | about 10.9 A |
| Braun FreeStyle 5 steam iron | 2,600 W | about 11.8 A |
| Tefal Puregliss steam iron | 3,000 W | about 13.6 A |
On 5 A, only a small handheld steamer will run reliably. On 10 A, a garment steamer is comfortable, but most full-size irons will trip the line when they heat up. Irons and steam generators of 2,400 W and above are best used on state electricity or 15 A and more.
Do not forget the ironing board
A stable board with a good cover makes ironing faster. Steam generators need a board with a strong iron rest. Our ironing boards range from the compact Afer Easy to the wide Afer Optima Pro XL.
Looking after your iron
- Water in many parts of Lebanon is hard. Use the anti-scale or self-clean function regularly so steam keeps flowing.
- Empty the water tank after use and store the iron upright.
- Clean the soleplate when it is cool, with a soft cloth.
Frequently asked questions
Is a steam generator better than a steam iron?
For large loads, yes. A steam generator gives several times more steam, so thick fabrics and bed linen are done faster. For a few shirts a week, a good steam iron is enough.
Can a garment steamer replace an iron?
For refreshing clothes and removing light creases, yes. For a sharp crease on trousers or a crisp shirt collar, you still need an iron. The Tefal IXEO Vision does both.
Can I iron on a 10 amp generator line?
Most full-size irons draw 11 amps or more while heating, so they may trip a 10 A line. A garment steamer or a lower-wattage iron is safer, or iron while state electricity is on.
Which steam iron is best for a family?
A 2,400 to 3,000 W iron with a strong steam boost, such as the Calor EasyGliss or Tefal Puregliss, handles a family basket well. For very large loads, a steam generator such as the Calor Express Easy is faster.
Do your irons come with a warranty?
Yes. Every iron and steamer from Hajjar Shop comes with a 1-year warranty, and our team in Zahle helps with after-sales service.
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Shop with Hajjar Shop: delivered across Lebanon in 2 to 4 business days, free on orders over $100, cash on delivery. Home appliances since 1980, from our warehouse in Zahle.
