I have the Panasonic Cordless, not sure about the sole plate. Got it last year, but found putting it back on the base too awkward. And it didn't stay hot like it should have. It's on a shelf and I don't use it, wouldn't buy it again. Now I have a corded CHI, 1700 watts, titanium sole plate, lots of holes for steam to come out and stays very hot. I do like it except that the control dial is not easy for me to use.