DivaDee

I would not buy another Rowenta. The newer ones just don't have the quality of the older ones. I now go to Walmart and see what looks good. Usually pay about $30. My last one is over 5 years old. Auto shut-off, great steam and also burst of steam. I don't feel bad when it goes to Goodwill and I get another new one.

caspharm

I like Rowentas, but I bought the Cordless Panasonic 360 recently and I really like it. I don't have to worry about the cord getting in my way (particularly since I am left handed).

mrodarme

try before u buy...a bought a rowenta and its very heavy & hard on my hands...i use it only for big ironing...i got a shark for next to my sewing machine...when dry, it irons very flat & heats up quickly & stays hot...also has auto shut off which i didnt think i would like..its weight is a lot different from the rowenta & its handle is slimmed down for smaller hands...they are available at walmart & target to test drive

inspector#12

My Panasonic has a regular sole plate. Much prefer the nonstick coating. Had a problem with spray starch and had a burnt brown residue baked on. Had to use an iron cleaner to remove. I thought I let the starch soak in but still had quite the problem.

Sheri.a

I purchased a T-Fal a few years back for about $35. I have been very happy with it. I don't hear much about this brand on this board -wonder why?

http://www.amazon.com/T-fal-Ultragli...T-fal+iron+red

JanetM

[ATTACH=CONFIG]531121[/ATTACH]This is the iron I bought after reading countless reviews of many brands. I love this iron; its heats up quickly and delivers lots of steam. I needed to replace my Rowenta and was hesitant to get another because of complaints about leaking. The Oliso cost more than I wanted to spend and some of their models had some poor reviews too. The iron I bought only cost $36 because of a 20% off coupon for Bed, Bath, & Beyond. Best iron ever!

IrishNY

I have an Oliso and 2 Rowentas. One Rowenta is at least 15 years old and works wonderfully. Since I now have two homes, I needed a second iron. I bought several cheaper ones, using the 'I'll just replace them when they stop' logic but they never got hot enough for me. I don't put water in my irons so that's not an issue, but heat is. Consumer Reports rated a Rowenta as the best iron and I bought it. It is HOT but also very heavy and my arm would ache after using it for long periods. That's when I got the Oliso (yellow model) and so far, so good. I only bought it in April but it has been a joy to work with and plenty hot enough.

onaemtnest

I surmise that no matter how much research you will do irons are manufactured with planned obsolescence in mind. I've read glowing reports on iron brands that have worked for years without problems, then alas, you read in the same thread that someone's experience with the same model iron doesn't last through the warranty.

I have a Rowenta that I've had for well over 10 years. I'm one of those crazy people that read instruction pamphlets and follow manufacturer instructions. Despite using proper H2o and heating directions, not storing my iron with H2o in it, my Rowenta started spitting/leaking probably five years ago, it is now a dry-only iron, still working flawlessly that way. I love it for it's weight and heat so was most disappointed when the steam issues started.

The Oliso's look like a wonderful iron but I sure wouldn't want to get used to the lift feature and then have to go back to the 'old' way of handling an iron and forget that it doesn't lift, not to mention it is too pricey for me.

As a side note, I notice that Jenny Doan of Missouri Star Quilt, has used two or three different colored ones in her demo's over the past couple of years...makes me wonder are her irons holding up or is she just marketing the different colors of this iron she sells?

I like many others here who have stated their decision to buy the lessor priced irons, I too buy inexpensive irons with the features I think I need. That way when they die or don't perform I can toss them without feeling too bad.

Ginger's Mom

Another Proctor-Silex user here. Bought one from Walmart 15 years ago, heats up very quickly and has a nice point for those seams. Never had a problem with spitting, etc.

Jeanniejo

I have a Panasonic cordless I bought from WalMart, I love it! Love not having a cord in the way.i use it mostly for ironing my new fabric or clothes. For piecework I use a cheap $6.97, iron because it does not have an automatic shut off. I hate losing so much time when piecing waiting for my iron to reheat.i rarely use steam as I am an avid fan of Best Press.