Shopping for a handheld garment steamer usually means deciding how much speed and pressing power you actually need. These two blue models from Conair and Rowenta take different approaches to the same daily chore. One is a straightforward steamer for quick touch-ups. The other is a steamer-and-iron hybrid with extra attachments. The choice comes down to whether you want a fast de-wrinkler or a tool that can also press.
Quick verdict
If you want a 2-in-1 steamer and iron for pressing, the Conair Turbo ExtremeSteam is the more versatile pick. If you want a convenient handheld for everyday de-wrinkling, the Rowenta Xcel Steam Easy is the better fit. For most mornings, the Rowenta is the easier first choice; the Conair appeals when you want pressing power.
Price and feature comparison
| Feature | Conair Turbo ExtremeSteam GS59Z | Rowenta Xcel Steam Easy |
| Price | $49.99 | $27.99 |
| Listed condition | Open box | New |
| Power | 1875 W | 1400 W |
| Heat-up time | 20 sec | 15 sec |
| Water tank | Refillable | Removable 5-oz tank |
Where each product wins
- The Conair wins for power and multifunction. It pairs a high-wattage heating system with a heated aluminum soleplate, a built-in creaser, and three fabric-care attachments. It's designed for clothes, curtains, upholstery, and other household fabrics, so it can move beyond your laundry pile.
- The Rowenta wins for convenience and everyday usability. It heats up quickly, produces a steady stream of steam, and keeps the process simple for a fast morning refresh.
Product notes
Conair Turbo ExtremeSteam 1875W Handheld Garment Steamer & Iron GS59Z
The Conair is the one to look at if you need more than a steamer. It's cordless, so you can move around without hunting for an outlet. Its heated aluminum soleplate lets you press fabric directly for an iron-like finish, and the built-in creaser helps with pleats and creases in dress shirts and pants. It also includes three fabric-care attachments, including a silicone band to pull fabric taut and a spacer for delicate or bulky fabrics. That makes it the more complete kit of the two. For garments, curtains, and upholstery, it gives you more ways to work through wrinkles. The trade-off is that it's an open-box unit, which is something to factor in if you prefer a straight-out-of-the-box purchase.
Rowenta Xcel Steam Easy Handheld Garment Steamer for Clothes - Blue
The Rowenta is a straightforward choice for quick refresh. It produces up to 25 g/min of steam and its removable 5-oz tank gives you up to 7 minutes of steaming, so you can move through a few items without constantly refilling. The steam action refreshes clothes and helps reduce odors, making it a good pick for lightly worn garments. At 10 inches high and 5.35 inches wide, it's compact enough to keep on a closet shelf or counter. The downside is that it lacks the iron-style soleplate and creaser of the Conair, so it's more of a daily de-wrinkler than a pressing tool. It's an easy grab-and-go option for mornings when you're already running late.
Final choice by use case
- For light daily duty: Rowenta Xcel Steam Easy.
- For bigger jobs and iron-like finishing: Conair Turbo ExtremeSteam.
- If you want a cordless handheld with pressing tools: Conair.
- If you want a compact, ready-to-go steamer for quick refresh: Rowenta.
