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Brabantia BBEL1005
Brabantia
B016USVLEO


  • 29,99 £ / Cheapest Price on Internet


Brand: Brabantia
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  • 27 Oct 2019, Sun
Brabantia Steam Irom
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

Had a Brabantia iron before which was very good so Ihad no reason not to purchase another one which is equally as good

Avril
  • 24 Jun 2016, Fri
Not Enough Irons on the Fire
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

Irons are not something we really crave an extravagant version of - As long as they do the trick (as in remove creases from clothes and make them presentable) then as far as we're concerned we're happy. And this Brabantia iron is no different. It does a good job on clothing and does exactly what it says on the tin, and the use of steam to eradicate those tricky creases and bumps works well, whatever the type of fabric.I would recommend this iron with no caveats, it won't cause any discernable impact on your bank balance and your clothes will be sartorially "with it".

Brady Orme

  • 20 May 2016, Fri
My wife's verdict - Puple Pain, Purple Pain...
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

We needed a new iron as our previous one, an Easy2Fill, had turned into an Easy2Spill. The colour was of little interest but might be useful if you like everything co-ordinated. If so, this particular item is a funky sort of purple.Looking closely before using, there seemed to be an extra blob of purple plastic on the surrounding area, and the finish imperfection didn't fill me with confidence. My wife used it first, and reported that it didn't seem to heat up at all well.When my turn came, I followed the brief instruction booklet to the letter and found the heat more than adequate. The iron feels very light compared to most recent irons. This meant I felt I needed to apply more downward pressure on the iron to take out creases, though perhaps I was wrong. I needed to learn the angle of the spray, but it worked fine when necessary.My wife has reverted to the previous leaky iron, so she's given her verdict on this item. I think it is perfectly acceptable but might not be to everyone's taste.

S. Jones
  • 17 May 2016, Tue
An 'ok' steam iron, but nothing special.
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

I've been trialling this iron for a little under a month and compared it to both Philips and Morphy Richards irons selling at a similar price point.I agree with several other reviewers that the overall design go the iron is a little 'too pink', the iron itself though feels 'ok' when using but not as sturdy as my Philips Azure. The ceramic base plate performs well on my work shirts and trousers, and handles heavy denim reasonably well. The steam discharge is good and gets through stubborn creases with ease. As with most irons at this price I'd only recommend for the smaller ironing load; larger family loads are better off using a steam generator to avoid continually having to refill the water reservoir.I feel a realistic price for this iron would be between £30 - £35 as there are similar spec iron to this by other manufacturers selling at this price on Amazon.

Ian Wantling
  • 16 May 2016, Mon
Stands Up Well Against My Favourite Philips
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

For a very long time I've used Philips irons, currently an Azure, so I've done this review partly in comparison to that.This feels a touch heavier in the hand, but is comfortable in use. All of the controls are handily placed so that you can easily adjust the heat and steam. By contrast, the Philips handles steam automatically (not always successful) and the heat setting isn't so easy to see.The Brabantia seems to have a slightly wider base plate but it isn't as slippery smooth as the Philips. Not to say id dragged at all on my clothes but I wonder how it would do on say a low heat setting and delicate fabrics (yet to pluck up courage to risk that one).One big niggle which is actually true of most modern appliances is that the cable ought to be just a little longer. The wobbly bit where the cable attaches to the iron doesn't move as freely as the Philips one, but that is only a very minor niggle.So the key question - what are the results like? Well my shirts come out crisp and the variable steam (and optional power shot) are a big help. Polycottons haven't been turned shiny or burned.Overall, definitely a good option for everyday use, although I think it is weightier than some competitors and that may be an issue.

The Dunelmian
  • 07 May 2016, Sat
Does the job but quality isn't quite there
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

Steam irons - they're not cheap if you want a decent one that's going to last. This Brabantia would be on the expensive side for what it is but the Amazon price puts it at a midrange price. Does that make it a bargain? Well no, it doesn't - because you can tell it has been built on the cheap.

Functionally it does what it says on the tin, with the normal range of heat settings and steam control. However the product has quite a cheap feel to it. The ceramic plate is of lesser quality than my old Tefal which cost about the same as this iron’s list price, the plastic feels brittle and the controls don’t feel all that solid. And it has the smallest water jug I've ever seen...

Yes this iron works well but overall I'm left with the impression that it isn't going to last long, simply because it looks and feels like it was built on the cheap. Don’t get me wrong - its not a bad iron at the price - but it isn’t a great one.

Mr. P. HAIGH
  • 07 May 2016, Sat
Does the job but quality isn't quite there
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

Steam irons - they're not cheap if you want a decent one that's going to last. This Brabantia would be on the expensive side for what it is but the Amazon price puts it at a midrange price. Does that make it a bargain? Well no, it doesn't - because you can tell it has been built on the cheap.Functionally it does what it says on the tin, with the normal range of heat settings and steam control. However the product has quite a cheap feel to it. The ceramic plate is of lesser quality than my old Tefal which cost about the same as this iron’s list price, the plastic feels brittle and the controls don’t feel all that solid. And it has the smallest water jug I've ever seen...Yes this iron works well but overall I'm left with the impression that it isn't going to last long, simply because it looks and feels like it was built on the cheap. Don’t get me wrong - its not a bad iron at the price - but it isn’t a great one.

Mr. P. HAIGH
  • 27 Apr 2016, Wed
Great Iron
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

This is a great iron. I found it to be smooth and effortless to use. I like the colours and I found the weight to be just about right. It coped with any ironing job I threw at it from cottons to linens. It certainly does what it is meant to and I would highly recommend.

Wendy Jones
  • 23 Apr 2016, Sat
I was expecting more for the price...
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

This is pretty much a ‘no frills’ standard iron, without any of the bells and whistles usually found on irons at this price point.Performance wise, it works as it should and gets the job done, but not in a way that makes it stand out from other similar priced irons. Build quality is good and the ceramic plate makes swift work of my shirts, but the colour scheme is a tad garish for my liking.The lack of an auto off function has been highlighted by a number of other reviews, and certainly if this is something you’re used to then the Brabantia may disappoint, but I do my ironing in a single sitting, so its personally not a deal breaker for me.All in all the BBEL1005 delivers as it should but there are cheaper products out there which are equally, if not more, capable.

Ronald Crump
  • 22 Apr 2016, Fri
Good, simple and functional iron
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

You can go as complicated as you want with irons these days. This Brabantia steam iron is refreshingly light on the bells and whistles that you can get elsewhere. That's not necessarily a complaint either. This model is perfect for those who just want to quickly iron their clothes to a good standard.Easy to operate straight from the box and easy to fill with water. The steam functions are simple to set and use as well. The finish on clothes is generally good too.The one drawback is the lack of an automatic switch off function, which is a fairly standard feature of most irons these days.

IWFIcon
  • 21 Apr 2016, Thu
Good results but water level is very difficult to see
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

Put this through its pace in a marathon ironing session. The good things. It has a decent length cable. It heats up very quickly due to the 2600w capacity. The results, using the steam facility, were generally pretty good.

The minor issues which mean I can only give it four stars are 1. the dial needs to point to the arrow towards the rear of the iron (which in my experience is a bit unusual) 2. The jug supplied for filling the water reservoir is ridiculously small. If you use it to fill the reservoir you will need four visits to the tap (and tap water is essential they say as other waters mess up the cleaning feature).

But the biggest issue for me is that the pretty colours are used on the water reservoir - and this makes it very difficult, bordering on the impossible to see the water level as you fill the reservoir. I wish they would leave it as clear plastic.

Dr Venn
  • 21 Apr 2016, Thu
Good results but water level is very difficult to see
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

Put this through its pace in a marathon ironing session. The good things. It has a decent length cable. It heats up very quickly due to the 2600w capacity. The results, using the steam facility, were generally pretty good.The minor issues which mean I can only give it four stars are 1. the dial needs to point to the arrow towards the rear of the iron (which in my experience is a bit unusual) 2. The jug supplied for filling the water reservoir is ridiculously small. If you use it to fill the reservoir you will need four visits to the tap (and tap water is essential they say as other waters mess up the cleaning feature).But the biggest issue for me is that the pretty colours are used on the water reservoir - and this makes it very difficult, bordering on the impossible to see the water level as you fill the reservoir. I wish they would leave it as clear plastic.

Dr Venn
  • 20 Apr 2016, Wed
New brand does OK, but only OK.
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

Sitting at the top of this new iron range, and priced accordingly, this is a competent budget plus iron with all the features you would expect from a slightly premium steam iron. The soleplate is a ceramic type, but it lacks an auto-off function.

Steam output is like every other iron at this pricepoint, but I would argue that at nearly 3kW, it is no better in terms of output than some others rated nearly 1kw less in terms of power consumption. If you iron daily, this will add up.

Other than that, it's well enough made and surprisingly light - although it looks like this was as much deliberate as to do with cost cutting. Makes a change from other 'all in the body' super steam models I've reviewed. The cord was nearly 2m so long enough for my needs, which a recently reviewed iron wasn't.

However, overall I would say, 'nice try Brabantia' but Bosch and Philips have the market covered better and cheaper.

Fjord Prefect

  • 20 Apr 2016, Wed
New brand does OK, but only OK.
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

Sitting at the top of this new iron range, and priced accordingly, this is a competent budget plus iron with all the features you would expect from a slightly premium steam iron. The soleplate is a ceramic type, but it lacks an auto-off function.Steam output is like every other iron at this pricepoint, but I would argue that at nearly 3kW, it is no better in terms of output than some others rated nearly 1kw less in terms of power consumption. If you iron daily, this will add up.Other than that, it's well enough made and surprisingly light - although it looks like this was as much deliberate as to do with cost cutting. Makes a change from other 'all in the body' super steam models I've reviewed. The cord was nearly 2m so long enough for my needs, which a recently reviewed iron wasn't.However, overall I would say, 'nice try Brabantia' but Bosch and Philips have the market covered better and cheaper.

Mr Rotivator
  • 18 Apr 2016, Mon
A good iron but not a great iron
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

This is a no-frills iron, does the job but nothing spectacular.First off, the build quality is good and the iron is not too heavy which is important for large loads.The cable is a good length, a simple but important consideration.The iron heats up quickly, temperature settings easy to understand and control, and does the job fine.So why 4 stars? For a similar price I have had irons which have just been that bit better in terms of features and glide across clothes. A good iron but not a great iron

Toast
  • 16 Apr 2016, Sat
Light-weight, but efficient, this iron provides a smooth ...
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

Light-weight, but efficient, this iron provides a smooth gliding motion which makes a pleasure out of a chore. And because you can choose the temperature setting, the iron can get very hot indeed, making ironing a quick job. Instant replacement for our brand new Philips, which supposedly regulates its own temperature, but never gets hot enough to iron jeans and so on. A traditional, classic version of a steam iron such as this one can't go wrong.

Cora
  • 16 Apr 2016, Sat
... irons you can get these days this one is pretty basic. No overly complicated settings or promises
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

Compared to some irons you can get these days this one is pretty basic. No overly complicated settings or promises. Just plug in and get nice wrinkle free ironing. Not too heavy. Lead a decent length although I'd have preferred a touch longer it's good for a basic iron. The only thing I can see being an issue is just dots for the heat settings rather than suggestions for which fabrics. If you're not a fabric aficionado I could see you scorching stuff by accident. Not one to buy if you've a novice ironer in the house then! Decent enough for a budget iron though.

Rachel
  • 15 Apr 2016, Fri
A decent iron, let down by a short cable
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

Pros:+ It works very well and is nice and lightweight+ Produces a nice amount of steam, and you can adjust how you apply it+ Holds a good amount of water (300ml), and comes with a cup for filling+ It apparently has anti-calc, meaning it should last longer without calcium build up in the tank (only time will tell)Cons- The cable is too short for me, meaning I've got to be standing closer to the plug than I would like

Joshua
  • 11 Apr 2016, Mon
heavy at base but did a good job
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

This iron was quite heavy at the base so anyone with weak wrists will struggle to lift it. It warmed up very quickly and was easy to use. The colour was very pretty but I found that the wire connection at the base of the iron wanted to turn itself the wrong way in which I was ironing meaning that the cable kept getting in the way

Amazon Customer
  • 09 Apr 2016, Sat
Great looking iron .
Reviewed on Amazon.co.uk

Didn't know Brabantia did electrical appliances.
This is a really nice looking iron. I love the purple cord, I'm shallow that way. Its about 2 metres long which is fine if you can get close up to a socket, otherwise you're going to have to plug into an extension.
As I mentioned, this is a great looking iron, love the colour. It's a bit big and heavy especially when filled for steam. I have arthritis and my wrists sometimes ache and need support as they have recently, and even though this iron did a superb job I found it too heavy to do more than a couple of items without aching rather a lot. It will suit most people, it is a very good steam iron, but if you have great piles of ironing and any difficulties at all with wrist strength then maybe choose something smaller and lighter.

Alison Towers
Colour:Purple and White  |  Style Name:2400 W

Product Description

This 2400W Iron is a simple design in white with purple accents.

It features a 300ml water tank and ceramic soleplate for easy gliding over your garments, plus a variety of options in use including dry ironing, spray, vertical steam and steam burst settings.

For your convenience, the appliance is self-cleaning, with anti-calc and anti-drip functions.

Includes temperature indicator with overheat safety protection and auto shut-off. Comes with 3 year guarantee

Box Contains

  • 1 x Brabantia BBEL1005 Steam Iron


  • Brand Brabantia
    Model Number BQ1005
    Colour Purple and White
    Item Weight 1.4 Kg
    Product Dimensions 17 x 12 x 30.5 cm
    Capacity 0.3 litres
    Power / Wattage 2400 watts
    Special Features Self-Cleaning With Anti-Scale And Anti-Drip