Yes I do think it matters because some don't get hot enough to me. I think the heat to me is the most important. I have used other irons cheaper brands, other than my rowenta, and honestly haven't cared for any of them. I am interested in the oliso's but they get mixed reviews. if you do get a rowenta which are pricey just make sure its a german ones, the mexican and china made ones are the ones that get so many horrible reviews. I'm sure you can find a cheap off brand. I would just look for one that heats up fast if its an automatic shut off, and one that delivers good heat and steam