just a little. i have been using rowentas the last 25+ years. i wouldn't know what other type iron to purchase.

I haven't had much luck in using Rowentas but recently tried a Shark that I got from Bed, Bath & Beyon on desperation. IT'S A FANTASTIC STEAM PRODUCER and I've been using it for the past 6 months with no problems. I would use my previous Rowenta as a dry iron because they always leaked. But I do have friends that love theirs. Guess I got a few lemons.

I have had 3 Rowenta irons and the longest any of them lasted was about 1 year. I bought an inexpensive GE iron and I like it fine. I have had it over a year. Someone told me that if the Rowenta is made in Germany, they will last forever. I checked my last Rowenta as I still have it because it will work on occasion and it was made in China. Hope this helps.

I use an oreck. I had my first one for about ten years when it died and my husband bought me another one. He also found me a little Igia at a yard sale a while ago. I keep it by my sewing machine for quick pressing. It has great steam and gets real hot and very light weight.

Thank you all for your input. I really appreciate it.

Love my rowenta, just make sure it's made in germany before you buy one. I got mine from target 6 years ago, have never had a problem with it. It even has the automatic shut off, but it get super hot super fast