I have a Rowenta iron that is at least 15 years old, never had a problem except it is heavy. Purchases a Rowenta steamer that I love for iron shirt, blouses and putting creases in pants. But, if I'm piecing quilts, I use a oliso's as you don't set it up, you just let go and it pops up, makes pressing real fast. I have never had any problem with any iron except a Black and Decker that I used for fusing, it keep turning itself off and I hated that. Now I use a press for fusing and it works much better.