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Panasonic NI-W810CS
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Approximate retail price:
$80
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Type: Conventional Steam Irons
About - Panasonic NI-W810CS

The Panasonic NI-W810CS is part of the steam iron test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, steam iron models like the NI-W810CS are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.


Steaming rate:
Steaming is calculated over a period of 10 minutes, except for the cordless which are evaluated over a 3 minute period.

Ironing fabric:
Based on: ironing of silk, cotton-poly, wool blend, and linen. Ironing a linen table cloth, thermostat set point, temperature swing and uniformity of soleplate thermal pattern.

Ease of use:
Rates a number of factors, including how easy it was to set, fill, and empty the iron, and to see water levels and markings and indicator lights. Other factors include leaking and how well the iron steamed at low settings.
About This Brand

Panasonic irons are in the mid-market range. The brand offers models both with stainless-steel or ceramic soleplates. Cordless models are also available. Panasonic irons are sold at Walmart, Target, Sears, and appliance stores, and on Amazon.com and other online retailers. Prices range from $40 to $120.

Features & Specs - Panasonic NI-W810CS
info Digital display No
info Weight (lbs.) 3.1
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User Reviews - Panasonic NI-W810CS
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5.0
Best Iron I've ever had
12/17/2011
Pros
Curved sole plate excelle
Double pointed plate
Good Steam
Heats fast
Irons Smooth
Cons
NONE
Best Uses
At Home
Comment:
I iron a lot of laundry to the point of getting teased about it. This iron saves time because of it's unique design; the curved sole plate and the double pointed sole plate - fantastic design!
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2.0
Point and spit
7/24/2010
Pros
Effective
Heats Quickly
Irons Smooth
Cons
Small water tank
Spits water
Best Uses
At Home
Comment:
I've been a fan of Panasonic products for years but this iron is a disappointment. On the plus side, the double pointed ends make it easier to use than a conventional iron, it steams like crazy, gets reasonably hot, and does an excellent job removing wrinkles. The real problem is that it spits water all the time, even on the dry setting. Sometimes the water leaves brown spots which must be removed immediately with laundry soap. It also has a very small water tank. Using the high steam setting, the tank needs to be refilled half way through ironing a badly wrinkled shirt. I've had this iron for two days and plan to return it for a refund.
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