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Steamfast SF 717 Mini Steam Iron with Dual Voltage Travel Bag Non Stick Soleplate Anti Slip Handle Rapid Heating 420W Power White
Last Updated: July 1, 2019 (Refresh Now)
8.6
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Size
186iron, compact, traveling, easy to use, sewing
+97%
-3%
" ... Love the tiny size. ... This is the perfect non-bulky size, easy to hold & store when done. ... "
" ... Very handy to have when you travel. ... "
" ... Used this travel size iron several times over the last coupe years, and it is still working flawlessly ! ... "
" ... Nice little travel iron. ... But it is convenient ... "
" ... I love the size. ... "
" ... Not used to one so small but love it! ... "
" ... I find that it gets as hot as my full size iron, and the small size makes it much easier to use. ... "
" ... Also great for travel. ... "
For Travel
121iron, traveling, trip, irons, cruise
+93%
-7%
" ... I love to iron, even on vacation. ... "
" ... Travel without wrinkles ... "
" ... Great for traveling! ... "
" ... This is a perfect little travel iron to meet my needs. ... "
" ... Bought this for our trip to Europe. ... "
" ... This one is a perfect size and weight for traveling. ... "
" ... My husband can also take this to iron his shirts while he's traveling which is great! ... "
" ... PERFECT travel size iron to take on the road. ... Look your best while on the road! ... "
Heating
63hot, heats up quickly, steam, iron, gets
+92%
-8%
" ... Gets as hot as a regular iron. ... "
" ... It's easy to use and quick to heat. ... "
" ... Heats fast, and gets hot like a full size iron. ... "
" ... It heats up pretty fast and is easy to use. ... "
" ... Heats up quickly. ... "
" ... Produces lots of steam and heat very quickly. ... "
" ... It heats quickly, steams if you want it, and comes with a cup for water and a bag for travel. ... "
" ... Heats up quickly and gets hot enough for cotton/linen. ... "
Ease of Use
46easy, steam, easy to hold, transport, compact
+93%
-7%
" ... Easy to use, has a temperature control and steam if you need it . ... "
" ... It stays on and it's small size makes it very easy to use on pieced patchwork seams. ... "
" ... It is also lightweight, tiny, easy-to-use, and cute. ... "
" ... Easy to transport and easy to use. ... "
" ... It does the job and very easy touse ... "
" ... It was so easy to use. ... "
" ... Plus, it's easy to store, and transport if needed. ... "
" ... It is light, easy to take to class, and store. ... "
Fit
43hand, palm, easy to hold, sewing, ironing
+95%
-5%
" ... This little iron fits anywhere and comes with it's own little pouch, so far it works great! ... "
" ... Easy to use, fits small areas easily. ... Fits the hand well. ... "
" ... its great to use for my smaller pieces and ones you need to be careful about stretching. ... "
" ... I use it for smaller projects (fat quarter and smaller size) but I’m sure you can iron larger pieces. ... "
" ... So far it fits its purpose and is great. ... "
" ... This iron fits my hand like a glove. ... "
" ... i purchased it before i traveled to south america needed an iron that can fit and will not occupy a lot of space this iron did it job ... "
" ... Fits in the palm of my hand. ... "
Drying
41clothes, steam, ironing, dry, little iron
+85%
-15%
" ... i don't iron my clothes . ... it works well as a stram iron as well as dry iron! ... "
" ... put a towel on a chair== can steam iron your wrinly clothes exllent ... "
" ... For instance, my iron came with a nice "IMPORTANT NOTICE" sticker on it that tells you exactly what to do to avoid water from dripping out during storage or before next use. ... "
" ... Used it for travel to iron trousers, shirts and jackets. ... "
" ... Gets hot enough to iron clothes. ... "
" ... It's worked quite well on dry or steam press. ... "
" ... I don't plan to use the steam function, but the dry iron along with the light weight does a fantastic job without stretching or distorting the fabric. ... "
" ... I sew doll clothes and this little iron is the perfect size for that. ... "
Comfort
41iron, palm, handle, pants, sew
+85%
-15%
" ... It's the perfect size for quilting and gets hot enough to press fabric nicely. ... "
" ... I am a beginning quilter and my teacher has these, it makes pressing small pieces so easy. ... "
" ... it fits in the palm of my hand. ... "
" ... I have very small hands and this fits perfectly. ... "
" ... It’s a great iron with a really comfortable handle. ... "
" ... Make sure you keep your fingers curled around the handle just to be on the safe side! ... "
" ... I have had surgery on my right shoulder. ... I am right handed. ... "
" ... Fits your hand well ... "
Build Quality
40pieces, seams, quilt, fabric, sewing
+68%
-33%
" ... It is perfect for pressing seams when piecing quilting fabric . ... "
" ... I’ve dropped two irons in the past (one on the carpet!) ... "
" ... It stays on and it's small size makes it very easy to use on pieced patchwork seams. ... "
" ... So far seems durable. ... "
" ... I use this cute little thing to iron my quilt pieces as I assemble them. ... "
" ... I quilt and it is perfect for ironing seams as I sew the blocks together. ... "
" ... I love this iron for those days, not heavy to transport, gets nice and hot and presses really well. ... "
" ... Love it, it is so great when making a quilt and having to iron the seams of the pieces being joined together ... "
Product Reliability
29month, stopped working, iron, lasted, days
+45%
-55%
" ... Only lasted a couple of months. ... "
" ... I'm not sure if I just got a faulty unit but it heated up pretty quickly which was nice but it wasn't nearly hot enough to actually iron my shirts. ... "
" ... it stopped making steam ... "
" ... bought two of these both died within a month of buying them ... "
" ... I bought, but never used it till over a month and half later. ... "
" ... Less than a year in and it already broke. ... Doesn't turn no, no lights, just completely dead. ... "
" ... It works pretty well for the first 2 months, but now it's leaking! ... "
" ... But after only 13 months of OCCASIONAL use, it no longer works! ... "
Cables
20way, long, iron, wraps, really long
+85%
-15%
" ... This iron has a really long cord, so it works great right at my sewing table. ... "
" ... Really compact with a nice long cord. ... "
" ... like it has extra long cord. ... "
" ... Gets hot quickly, is very easy to maneuver, and the cord can wrap up around the handle easily when you're done. ... "
" ... It works perfectly except the cord is meant for a right handed person. ... "
" ... The cord is also pretty long which was great. ... "
" ... Storage wax the best part, it wasn't too heavy and the cord wraps perfectly around the handle so I carried this is my carry on and check in bag. ... Also, it also comes with a really long cord so it can reach the plug and the full length of your clothes. ... "
" ... it would travel easy, it comes with a travel case and the cord wraps around the handle and there a little piece at the end of the iron that holds the cord in place. ... "
Storage
19space, small, bag, storage, sewing
+95%
-5%
" ... (can fit in the small spaces) ... "
" ... Great little iron to have by my sewing machine, using with my portable ironing tray. ... "
" ... I wanted something to affix iron-in interfacing, but I live in a studio and didn't want a huge iron taking up space. ... "
" ... I wish it came with a case better than a bag. ... The bag is semi protective. ... "
" ... i purchased it before i traveled to south america needed an iron that can fit and will not occupy a lot of space this iron did it job ... "
" ... Great size for my smaller quilt items. ... "
" ... I make zippered pouches and this iron easlily gets into smaller areas helping me to produce professional quality bags. ... "
" ... The little size it’s fantastic for storage and the function it’s same as conventional iron ... "
Capacity
18sewing room, irons, iron, travel, rv
+94%
-6%
" ... This is very handy to have in my craft room. ... "
" ... Every sewing room should have one. ... "
" ... I was glad I did, as one of the hotels I stayed at didn't allow irons in the room and you would have to send your clothes to get ironed. ... "
" ... I highly recommend this Iron to everyone both family and friends. ... "
" ... The price is on point and I'd definitely buy for a friend or family member in need of one!!! ... "
" ... Little power house, works fantastic. ... "
" ... I use it even at home as its smaller size makes ironing small area easier. ... "
" ... Very well designed and is perfect for our small RV ... "
Water Usage
18steam, fill, leaks, leaking, reservoir
+39%
-61%
" ... Further, it does not hold enough water and takes long to heat up. ... "
" ... The water keeps leaking. ... "
" ... does not work well because it can't hold more than an ounce of water. ... "
" ... Water would not stay in the little holes. ... "
" ... I cannot fill the water reservoir without it leaking all over my clothes. ... "
" ... Water that was poured in for steam kept leaking out of the bottom of the dial. ... "
" ... Often leaked and spit water ... "
" ... I plugged it in and it works intermittently while spitting water all over my fabric. ... "
Marketplace
17amazon, exactly, works, review, order
+82%
-18%
" ... Thank you Mary Lou :) ... "
" ... Just as described. ... "
" ... exactly as expected ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... Just as promised. ... "
" ... Works as described! ... "
" ... I was very happy to find this iron on Amazon. ... "
" ... Whats up PRIME ... "
Weight
17light, little iron, iron, travel, small
+94%
-6%
" ... Worth it's weight in gold for that alone. ... "
" ... It is light weight and easy to carry, but still works well to press out wrinkles. ... "
" ... this iron is the perfect shape and weight. ... "
" ... It's really light weight, compact. ... "
" ... This little iron is light weight and serves it's purpose. ... "
" ... I was looking same like this light weight and small Iron. ... "
" ... It really does the same job as a big iron without the stress of weight. ... "
" ... This is an extremely light weight little iron. ... "
Washing
16iron, small, ironing, help, baby
+81%
-19%
" ... Great for pressing hems and seams when making doll clothes. ... "
" ... Perfect size to iron my children's clothes! ... "
" ... It takes a little long than a traditional iron, but its better that totally wrinkled clothes. ... "
" ... This will be going on trips with me since I'm sure it will work well for clothes too. ... "
" ... Helped mitigate wrinkling created from packing pre-ironed clothes. ... "
" ... Help to ironing my clothes more efficiently ... "
" ... Use to touch up clothes. ... "
" ... I was worried that it is going to be too small, but my clothes are pretty small, so I have no problem using it! ... "
Price
15money, worth, well, waste your money, worth the money
+60%
-40%
" ... Best price was found in Amazon. ... "
" ... I guess they didn't want to raise the price or their cost. ... "
" ... not bad for the money. ... "
" ... Price was great 👍🏾 ... "
" ... It exceeds my expectations. ... "
Returns
15back, returned, item, window, sent
+7%
-93%
" ... I returned it for a refund. ... "
" ... Did not like the fact that I had to pay for the return of $6.00 which is over 25% of the purchase. ... "
" ... I'm going to exchange for another hoping maybe I just got a bad one. ... "
" ... Had to return. ... "
" ... It's back in the box and being returned. ... "
" ... I would return it but I’ve missed the window. ... "
" ... Perhaps someone returned it. ... Returning the item. ... "
" ... Sent it back. ... "
Washer Dryer
15clothes, dry, steam, ironing, doll clothes
+87%
-13%
" ... In fact, I started using it for ironing my clothes because of how portable it is. ... "
" ... Gets hot enough to iron clothes. ... "
" ... no push steam function like on a conventional iron . ... "
" ... It can be used as a dry iron or steam iron. ... "
" ... I sew doll clothes and this little iron is the perfect size for that. ... "
" ... (I use a clothes steamer for clothes so i dont' iron clothes. ... "
" ... It's worked quite well on dry or steam press. ... "
" ... It takes a little long than a traditional iron, but its better that totally wrinkled clothes. ... "
Water Resistance
14steam, iron, fill, use distilled water, shower
+64%
-36%
" ... I am told I can use bottled water in it in the future on trips. ... I use distilled water in my irons at home to not get the hard water and mineral deposits. ... "
" ... Easy to fill water. ... "
" ... I love this iron but it leaks water. ... "
" ... Holds enough water to iron a few items. ... "
" ... The reason I used bottled water is because a friend had an iron similar to mine and she said hers stopped working. ... "
" ... This presses so well, and has a place for water to steam. ... "
" ... This will be part of every baby shower gift I give in the future . ... "
" ... It woks great, I've had no issues with water spitting or anything. ... "
As Gift
12bought, christmas, present, wife, friends
+92%
-8%
" ... I had one and bought 2 friends theirs for Christmas. ... "
" ... This was a gift for a lady that does a lot of quilting and applique work. ... "
" ... Bought as a present for a busy quilter ... "
" ... Bought for a gift. ... "
" ... It is also handy to use when just need to iron a piece of ribbon for a craft project or to wrap a gift - again, without pulling out the full sized iron and board. ... "
" ... Bought as Christmas gift for my wife. ... "
" ... Gift for my aunt who travels ... "
" ... Got this as a Christmas present for my jet-setting aunt. ... "
Overall performance
12done, well, gets the job, small, iron
+100%
" ... Does the job quickly! ... "
" ... It heats up well & gets the job done. ... "
" ... It's tiny but completely gets the job done. ... "
" ... Works great, small size, but big enough to get the job done! ... "
" ... It absolutely did the job and did it well. ... "
" ... It gets very hot and does a great job for what I need it for. ... "
" ... Even on heavy cottons it did the job! ... "
" ... I'm glad I got it, so far, it has done it's job. ... "
Design
10look, iron, work, love, little
+80%
-20%
" ... This is my third one, I think the other two were a different brand but work and look identical to this one. ... "
" ... A great look. ... "
" ... Cute little iron that works great. ... "
" ... It's so cute too. ... "
Cable Length
9long, well, really, nice long cord, like
+89%
-11%
" ... like it has extra long cord. ... "
" ... The cord is 7ft long and perfect length. ... "
" ... Has long cord as well. ... "
" ... Really compact with a nice long cord. ... "
" ... The cord length is good as well. ... "
" ... Nice long cord is a plus when needing to move it back and forth within the workspace. ... "
" ... It is not chargeable but has a seven and a half foot cord. ... "
" ... The cord is also pretty long which was great. ... "
Controls
8steam button, button, read, position, confusing
+13%
-88%
" ... The tiny 'dip' type switch on the back (bottom) is very "crunchy" without a detent that you can feel, so it's unclear whether or not you have made the selection from 120 VAC to 220 VAC. ... "
" ... I hate the settings which is so confusing. ... "
" ... Tried second one in Europe and it’s almost impossible to change current button. ... "
" ... Only complaint is that to turn the On/Off switch becomes difficult. ... I had to use a dime in the groove on the On/Off switch to make it easier to turn. ... "
Features
8light, auto, turn, small, one
+88%
-13%
" ... The extra long power is one of its best features. ... "
" ... You can turn on and off the steamer function. ... "
" ... It also has a steam feature. ... "
" ... It has dual voltage for overseas travel, a heat indicator light. ... "
For Kids
7sewing, one, loves, like, grand
+100%
" ... I purchased 2 of these, one for my Mom who is a quilter (she loves it!) ... "
" ... My young sewing students also like this iron. ... "
" ... She loves this thing and says it her sewing baby. ... "
" ... Thinking about getting one for my 8 adult Grandchildren. ... "
" ... helped my grand daughter. ... Amazon help me set my grand daughter for college. ... "
" ... My son ACTUALLY uses this to iron his khakis and button downs at college. ... Has to be pretty simple and functional for two 18 year old boys to use it! ... "
" ... I really like this little iron for getting into the tight places of children's clothing. ... "
Product As Described
7exactly, works, expected
+100%
" ... Just as described. ... "
" ... I use it as described. ... "
" ... Exactly as expected ... "
" ... Works as described! ... "
" ... Exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... exactly as expected ... "
Delivery
6received, iron, days, box, arrived
+67%
-33%
" ... due to the clumsiness that comes with my neurological condition. ... "
" ... I received my Iron 3 days ago. ... I received my Iron on the day expected and it was packaged very well. ... "
" ... Just as promised. ... "
Hair
5iron, press, cut, board, pressing
+100%
" ... I use a mini iron board and a cut & press board ... "
" ... This is a great little iron for ironing quilt blocks & small projects. ... "
" ... Doesn’t take up much space and is an awesome match for my Omniboard pressing/cutting mat. ... "
" ... So the iron does dance around on my ironing pad because of the cord and where I always place the iron down. ... "
Cooling
4heats, quickly
+75%
-25%
" ... It heats up quickly, & cools off quickly so it can be put away. ... "
" ... heats up n cools down lickety split. ... "
" ... It heats up and cools down quickly. ... "
Setup
3follow, iron, works, manual
+100%
" ... by following the instruction, it worked very well. ... "
" ... I also follow the instructions on my iron and in my owner's manual because I want to get the most life out of this bad boy. ... Other than someone simply receiving a faulty iron, I believe a person should be okay with this iron as long as they follow instructions. ... "
" ... Follow instructions and it works like a charm. ... "
Gaming
3lot, baby
+100%
" ... oh baby baby this lil cutie has improved my quilt-top piecing game. ... "
" ... It provides a lot of steam. ... "
" ... Steam works great and she presses like a dream. ... "
Power Consumption
3power, iron
+67%
-33%
" ... The fact that it uses less electricity is an extra bonus. ... "
" ... Small iron big power ! ... "
Cover
3carry
+100%
" ... The bag is semi protective. ... "
" ... I needed something to touch up pocket flaps and collars. ... "
" ... Comes in a nice carry bag. ... "
Cleaning
3spray, shirt, little, know, iron
-100%
" ... With my wardrobe consisting of mostly cotton, I need to use a spray bottle of water to get the wrinkles out. ... "
" ... Well this little iron spilled water all over from the bottom part where you press . ... "
" ... I don't know when the last time it was used and, except for dusting them, I know the hotels do not clean inside of these irons. ... I don't want all kinds of dust and dirt spewing all over my good dress on my husband's shirt. ... "
Battery Life
3long, lasts, hope, charge
+100%
" ... Hope it lasts a long time! ... "
" ... I hope it lasts a good long time. ... "
" ... They want to do the ironing themselves and charge for it. ... "
Charging
3+100%
" ... Weight is important with airlines charging for luggage. ... "
" ... Saves $$ on pressing charges onboard ... "
" ... They want to do the ironing themselves and charge for it. ... "
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Size: 90 meters