Product Review: Rowenta 1800W Advancer Iron

If you’re looking to replace your old iron, then you should take a look at the Rowenta 1800W Advancer iron. This high-end iron costs approximately $130, but provides superior steam output when compared to other designs. Let’s take a look at some of the features offered by the Rowenta Advancer.

Most irons have about 20 holes that are designed to output steam. The Rowenta 1800W Advancer iron has 400 small steam holes in order to provide superior steam distribution. It also has a burst of steam and vertical steam feature. The Advancer iron creates steam under pressure so that it can penetrate deeply into fabrics. This relaxes the fibers better and allows you to iron out wrinkles much easier.

The Rowenta 1800W Advancer iron also features a stainless steel soleplate. The soleplate is attached to the aluminum core using a design that provides an extremely smooth surface. The thin edge also allows you to iron difficult areas such as pockets, collars, buttons, and seams.

The Advancer comes equipped with an 11.8 ounce water reservoir. To help you fill the water reservoir easily, the iron comes with a 12-ounce fill cup. However, one of the potential drawbacks of the Rowenta 1800W Advancer iron is its weight. When it is completely filled with water, it weighs almost five pounds. This can put a strain on your arm when you need to use the iron for long periods of time.

The Rowenta 1800W Advancer iron also comes equipped with an anti-calcium feature. This feature will help prevent minerals from building up which will help the iron last longer. The Advancer also comes equipped with a an anti-drip system and a self-cleaning feature that will flush out mineral build-up.

The Rowenta 1800W Advancer iron features electronic sensors combined with digital controls. These features allow you to monitor the temperature of the iron. You also don’t have to worry about leaving the iron on accidentally as it comes equipped with a three-way auto safety shutoff feature.

If you are looking to replace your old iron, then you should consider buying the Rowenta 1800W Advancer iron. Although it’s relatively heavy when completely filled with water, it provides superior steam distribution due to the 400 small steam holes. The anti-calcium feature will prevent minerals from building up so that the iron lasts a long time. If mineral do start to build up, the self-cleaning system will flush them out.