I used to be a total ironing enthusiast. I loved setting up the ironing board, gathering a pile of clean laundry, and having a grand old ironing session while watching a movie. It was like a hobby, a way to unwind. But with a baby on board, things changed, and after four months, I had to put the iron away, as there was no time for ironing at all.
Hand Steamer Tefal Access Steam Force DT8270E1
💨 Key DetailsBrand: Tefal
Model: DT8270E1
Power: 2000 W
Steam: 30 g/min
Place of purchase: Mvideo
Cost at the time of purchase: 8,499 rubles
Manufacturer: China
💨 Features
Steaming: vertical
Number of temperature modes: 2
Heat-up time: up to 25 seconds
Water tank capacity: 200 ml
Cable length: 2.6 m
Weight: 1.4 kg
Automatic shut-off: yes
💨 Design and Accessories
The steamer's body is made of black plastic with silver inserts. I've got to say, it looks pretty sleek.
The base of the steamer is aluminum, with a ceramic coating. The manufacturer claims that this prevents condensation, and I can confirm that there's no water droplets left on the fabric during use.
The handle is quite ergonomic, and it feels comfortable in my hand.
Hand Steamer Tefal Access Steam Force DT8270E1It comes with a few attachments:For delicate fabricsFor pet hair collectionBrush attachmentThere are also three white fabric covers for the attachment (as shown above)
Hand Steamer Tefal Access Steam Force DT8270E1. AttachmentsThe water tank is located on the back, and it's easy to remove without any extra effort. It's made of semi-transparent plastic, allowing me to monitor the water level.
Tefal Access Steam Force DT8270E1 Water TankThe water tank is filled through a special opening, which is sealed with a tight rubber lid.Tefal Access Steam Force DT8270E1 Water TankThe package also includes a Russian-language manual and a warranty.Tefal Access Steam Force DT8270E1 Manual
By the way, the manual is super clear, with illustrations. There's also a guide on how to remove limescale.Tefal Access Steam Force DT8270E1 ManualLimescale does appear over time, but I haven't tried removing it yet.Tefal Access Steam Force DT8270E1The device's legs are rubberized, so it stays stable even on slippery surfaces.
Tefal Access Steam Force DT8270E1
💨 Turning it on and controlling modes
The plug is standard, and the cord has a clip for compact storage.
Tefal Access Steam Force DT8270E1The controls are mechanical – there are three buttons on the back of the device.
The steamer works in two modes: 'delicate' and 'turbo'. I use the 'turbo' mode for ironing curtains and thick fabrics.
Tefal Access Steam Force DT8270E1The steam button is conveniently located on the handle – my index finger fits perfectly.
You can adjust the steam output. You can either press and hold the button for continuous steam or just press it for a burst of steam.
Tefal Access Steam Force DT8270E1 Hand Steamer
💨 My ExperienceI have to say, I was looking for a hand steamer specifically to get my curtains back in shape after washing. But, thanks to this guy (and my trusty Haier dryer), I've been able to ditch my iron altogether.
Check out this photo of how well the steamer worked on these shorts I accidentally left in the dryer.
This thing steams clothes perfectly and quickly - it only takes a couple of minutes to get my curtains looking great.
With curtains, I didn't have any issues either. The only downside is that it can be a bit heavy to hold (1.4 kg + 200 ml of water).
✅ Pros
It's a beast of a steamer that gets any fabric looking greatIt's compactThe cord is a good length with a standard plugIt comes with all the necessary attachmentsThe steam button is super easy to use❗️Cons
Because of its high power, it goes through water quickly on the turbo settingAfter a while, your hand might get tired
🏁 Verdict
I'm really happy with my purchase - I got exactly what I was expecting. This steamer is impossible to mess up, even with delicate items, if you use it right. I've had Tefal products for years and they've never let me down, so when I was choosing a hand steamer, I knew I wanted this one.
I don't even consider the above-mentioned downsides as cons, since this device more than makes up for a bulky vertical steamer.