Polti Vaporetto SV440_Double 2- in-1 Steam Mop with Handheld Cleaner, Vaporforce Brush, 11 Accessories

Straight out of the box it looked very flimsy and unsubstantial. It was much lighter than my previous 2 vax steam mops and I thought I had made a mistake in purchasing it. I also discovered that you couldn’t add a cleaning fluid like my previous ones. What I thought was a cleaning fluid option was purely to add a fragrance. The one designed for it is expensive for what it is and according to reviews I read didn’t last very long so I have not bothered in buying it. However, having used it for a few weeks I’m very pleased with its performance. It cleans floors well and doesn’t leave the surface too wet. The design is also very good, there is a scrubber on the heel of the mop head which is easily employed without the need to detach anything, the cord winder is much more sturdy unlike my last Vax one which broke off almost immediately. It’s also much lighter than the vax which I wasn’t keen on at first but I’ve come to appreciate how much more manoeuvrable it is. The power cable is a little short compared with others but is a minor thing and the water reservoir could be a bit bigger but all in all a good product.

On the whole a very good machine and very effective, and yes I would buy it again despite some of the niggling points. It does clean the hard floors beautifully (better when using a different brand pad though).I have had 3 previous steam cleaners over the last 15 years and would have to say this is the easiest and lightest to use and I am amazed how much direct comes off each time/week (in the first week I used it every day and still got a dirty pad each time!).So, I have waited a few months to add a review, to make sure I had gotten used to it.I would be embarrassed to say how many hours I wasted trying to choose this replacement steamer and how many reviews I read ( a number of which were quite misleading e.g. someone was obviously trying to fill up the water reservoir using the wrong hole!). The Polti website could do with a revamp to make it easier to compare or even filter on features across models, I had to phone up customer services at the end and even they struggled.Plus points:+ It cleans the hard floors beautifully+ It is very easy to refill and pretty much instantaneous to use directly from the cold tap! Plus you can fill it up and continue using it straight away (some models you have to wait for it to cool down)+ There are lots of steam channels in the head (unlike some which only have one that spurts in several directions (Vileda)). You can even see the steam coming out the channels through the translucent purple plastic on top+ Despite the grout head being a failure it does appear that the grout is getting cleaner just using the normal steam head (plus I am not sure why it appears I am getting so much dirt off each time, it wasn't so consistently noticeable with my other steamers)+ I have cleaned some patches of dirty carpet in the lounge and it same up beautifully+ It is very lightweight and easy to set upComments on other reviews, that have not been an issue:= Holding down the button to get it to steam= Yes it does leave the floors slightly wet if you have it on maximum (what other setting would a girl want to use!). But I think that might be what helps penetrate and clean the grout.= It does stand upright on its ownDislikes:- The pads that attach to the bottom are quite synthetic and short length to the touch, I tried using some from a Vileda steam mop (which are a bit too big - see picture) and I get a lot more dirt off!- The grout head which was the main reason I bought this particular model is a big disappointment there are only a few tufts of bristles and they bend after a very short amount of usage (first 15 minutes without any really pressing). I had a 2 in 1 Shark mop which had a much better grout attachment, unfortunately after a couple of years the unit/button got too hot to be able to use the 2 in 1 element!- The sockette that fits to the glass cleaner is of poor quality and doesn't last long and you only get one and have to phone up polti to buy more- On a previous larger cylinder Polti model, the first I had there was a separate small head triangular shaped cleaning head that worked much better than the awkwardly shaped window cleaner that you use with the sockette- The cord length could be a foot longer which would allow the last bit of cable to fit in the cable holder without having to loop it around halfway (see picture)So yes I would recommend this, but this model could be made so much better with just a few minor changes!

good quality, easy to esamble, very functional, water bottle small. lovely design

Easy to use and does a great job. The added tools make cleaning a doddle

The amount of steam seems quite low/weak. My floors are soaking wet afterwards. Then dry and look mopped but fairly clean. I did vacuum first.I can’t wrap the cord as the hook is upside down - found out you have to pull it out then twist it. I managed to break it and hand to glue it sadly.The cord isn’t very long so it means I have to replug it for each room even though they are next to each other and also more than once in the same room for larger rooms. I didn’t expect that but should have checked the length of the cord first.It isn’t too expensive but I wish I’d bought a different one now.UPDATE: Had it for 1.5 years, and now the steam just isn't coming out properly, I guess it is limescale build up. The pads don't stick on properly anymore. I never liked the smell of the scent you can buy to go in the mop head. So I made the decision to throw it out. And going to make sure the new one has an automatic limescale filter, is more sturdy and can stand up when not in use, has a longer cord, and more powerful steam pressure. I hardly ever used the accessories. I tried the carpet cleaning one but it didn't do anything except make my carpet wet. All in all, this is ok for the price but I only used it once a week or two weeks and it only lasted a year and a half, so it is not a good buy in the end.

A very reasonably priced multi purpose steam cleaner. Having owned a very basic steam mop years ago which didn’t perform very well and broke, I was cautious about purchasing another. I usually choose products on the basis of Which? reviews as they are independent and do rigorous testing. They didn’t rate this model well but I really wanted a reasonably priced steamer and one which would do hard floors and textiles. However, Goodhousekeeping rated this model highly so I took the plunge. So far I haven’t been disappointed. It is a very light and agile foot mop which gets into corners well. It leaves floors clean and sterile but not too wet. Pads wash well and are easy to put on and remove. See through water tank is easily removable for filling and it’s obvious when water is used up. Hole is very small so I recommend using a funnel to fill. There are lots of accessories for all types of cleaning. Tool for sofas and mats is very good and steam jet nozzle also useful. It took a little while to work out how to attach the various tools but once you have done it once it’s easy. Cleaner seems quite sturdy. Cord length is ok. I haven’t needed to use the flexible hose yet but that would increase reach. The only negative point is the fact that steaming requires holding down a lever which might be difficult for anyone with mobility issues in their hands and could cause discomfort for RSI sufferers if used for prolonged periods. I would definitely recommend.