Philips Azur 8000 Series Steam Iron DST8041, 3000W, Black

Our review

This is a corded Philips steam iron from the Azur 8000 Series, model DST8041, finished in black. Its 3000W element is the headline figure: more power generally means the soleplate reaches working temperature sooner and recovers faster between passes, which matters if you iron in long sittings rather than one shirt at a time. Steam output is quoted at 80g continuous, with a 260g turbo boost for stubborn creases, and the tank holds 350ml. Philips also lists a no-burns claim and auto shut-off, the latter worth having if you tend to leave an iron face-down. The 350ml tank sits in the middle of the range for irons of this type, so expect to refill during a large basket of laundry; a larger reservoir or a separate water tank suits people who iron for a whole household in one go. The turbo boost is the feature to compare against rivals, since not every iron in this class offers one. Check the soleplate type and cord length on the listing before deciding, as those details are not given here. It should suit anyone replacing a basic iron who wants fast heat-up and strong steam, and it is available on Sokonia.