Rowenta DX1900 Effective Cord Reel Iron

by Rowenta

Product Features

• 1500 watts of power for strong steam output
• Vertical steam and variable steam functions
• Large 8 1/2-ounce water tank; cord reel storage
• Stainless steel soleplate for effortless glide
• Extra steam holes for better steam distribution

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 13.4 x 7.1 x 5.9 inches ; 4 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 4.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000CSCFFI
• Item model number: DX1900
• Average Customer Review: 2.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (55 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #53,956 in Home & Garden (See Top 100 in Home & Garden)
  • #39 in Home & Garden > Irons & Steamers > Irons > Automatic Turnoff Irons

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

Go full steam ahead on tough ironing chores with this 1,500-watt iron from Rowenta. A cord-reel mechanism retracts the power cord at the touch of a button. A large 8-1/2-ounce, transparent water tank means fewer refills and a clear view of water level, so there's no running out of steam in the middle of a job. A newly designed stainless steel soleplate ensures a smooth glide and corrosion resistance. The soleplate's profiled tip with holes carries steam to the edge of the iron for better results in tight areas such as inseams. The DX1900 comes with an anti-drip function that works by delaying steam production until the iron is at just the right temperature. An anti-calcium mechanism protects prevents lime and scale build up for long lasting steam performance. For safety, Rowenta designed this iron with a 3-way "smart" auto-off switch that automatically turns off the iron in 8 minutes if left vertically, 30 seconds if left horizontally, and 30 seconds if tipped over. Plus, the unit is equipped with a comfort handle and soft touch grips for non-slip grip and ironing. Brian Olson

Product Description

Brand new from Rowenta!!! Designed and developed in Germany, the new DX1900 Effective Iron offers brand new features and improved performance, design and quality. The new features include: 1500 watts of power for a more powerful steam output and better temperature control; larger 8.5 ounce transparent water tank to allow for fewer refills and a clear view of water level; a new AIRGLIDE stainless steel soleplate for better glide and smoother results. The soleplate's profiled tip with holes carries steam to the edge of the iron for better results in hard to reach areas. Comes with an anti-drip function to stop steam production when the iron is not at the proper steam producing temperature. Also has anti calc - a built in protection from lime and scale build up to help maintain long lasting steam performance; 3 way "smart" auto-off switch to turn off the iron in 8 minutes if left vertically, 30seconds if left horizontally, and 30 seconds if tipped over. Includes comfort handle soft touch grips for non-slip grip and ironing.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

25 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Anything to make a buck, November 26, 2007

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Steven Drezner (San Antonio, TX United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Rowenta DX1900 Effective Cord Reel Iron (Kitchen)

I have previously owned a Rowenta iron, which was made in Germany and worked flawlessly every time. Unfortunately, after a couple years of heavy use, the unit would no longer power -- at all. I replaced it with the $60 Rowenta Effective DX1900, the item featured here. Because I thought highly of the brand, I never noticed until after I took the unit home that this one was made in China. I was disappointed. For the price, I could have saved some money with another cheap unit also made in China. Rather than return the unit, I decided to keep it to see how long it would last. After just a couple months, the iron is basically useless. The safety auto-off switch is faulty, so every five seconds I have to tap the unit in just the right place and with just the right amount of force to resume heating. Forget just a gentle tilt like my previous unit.

All in all, I am disappointed with Rowenta more than this specific product. I feel betrayed, as though the company has traded in quality to make an extra buck.

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars great - until it stops working, February 8, 2009

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Amazon customer (Wash DC) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Rowenta DX1900 Effective Cord Reel Iron (Kitchen)

We're on our 3rd Rowenta Effective DX1900. When these models work, they're great. But after paying a decent amount of money for it, I expected it to last. Now on our 3rd replacement, we're getting rid of it. The safety auto-off switch is defective, and it keeps turning off every 10-15 seconds. I used to be able to shake it violently to make the auto-switch turn back on, but now I have to unplug and plug it in every time. I tried calling customer service, but they were totally unhelpful and wouldn't own up that they are selling a defective product. As I told the rep, I'll never buy a Rowenta product again.

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Poor Quality, September 6, 2006

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Tina Kurtluyan - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Rowenta DX1900 Effective Cord Reel Iron (Kitchen)

It's great, if it works!!! After keep exchanging it over and over, I gave up the 5th time. First time, spray didn't work, second time, power steam button didn't release the steam, third time, it was too strong fabric got stock underneath the iron and I couldn't clean the iron, fourth time, steam problem again, fifth time, steam problem again. Poorly tested product. I would've been really happy to keep it, if it was working properly. It actually had all the features I was looking for. Too bad for Rowenta for not testing their products properly.