I had a Euro Pro with the water tank that died after about 10 years and it required that I use distilled water in it....well when it broke I bought the Rowenta with the tank and that has been sent back to be repaired already....and they told me to use tap water that will eliminate the spitting......so now it is back and is good not leaking from the tank.....$200....for an iron it better last another 10 years........