Philips Azur Steam iron GC4865/02 (100V~120V) Steam 45g/min;200g steam boost SteamGlide soleplate Safety Auto Off 2400 Watts with SteamGlide soleplate and Safety auto off GC4865

I love this iron, the steam is so strong you have to be careful not to burn your fingers

VERY disappointed in this very expensive iron. I do a lot of sewing--small projects. I've only had this iron for a few weeks and wish I could return it. I assumed that it would be a great iron as I had one of the Philips Azur steam generator irons a few years ago (it was very expensive and only lasted 2 years but it was a fabulous iron while it worked). I then replaced that one with a second steam generator (Philips Azur)-- a huge disappointment for sure. That unit never steamed well and then 'spit' water on fabrics causing discoloration in some pieces.This iron is horrid. The soleplate is appears to be Teflon-- it constantly shows 'burn' residue requiring constant cleaning between each ironing so as not to stain the garments. I cannot even lightly starch an item without this happening. Then there is the scratching! I use this on pieces of fabric that are no larger than 4-20" -- and never use pins. So I am at a loss as to how there are scratches. The other issue is something I've never had to deal with before. When I press my lightweight cottons, the actual imprint of the steamholes from the soleplate make an actual "impression" on the fabric. This is totally unacceptable and I really wish I could return it. This was a huge waste of hard earned money and I would not recommend this iron.