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

Love it. Lightweight and easy to use. Had no problems putting it together and comes with a good variety of accessories. Ample cord length. Like the option to use as a hand held.

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 up Comments 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 own Dislikes: - 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!

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.

Have to say this is such a good product for daily cleaning. The water part is small but I can get 3-4 rooms done with it without stopping. Just be careful with setting high on wooden floors as it left a mark on one of mine (which was my fault really as instructions do say put to medium). It gives a lovely streak free shine and takes away most dirt. The wire is lovely and long so you can reach far. The handheld part is a bit of work to set up but it has lots of parts to do showers, corners, couch etc. Really happy with this.

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.

I have previously bought a Thane H20 steam mop which stopped creating steam after only a couple of uses, I took it back and was given a replacement which did not work as soon as I plugged it in (it also looked liked someone had returned it) so was also returned. I have since had a dirt devil steam mop which also stopped working after a few uses, so I decided to spend time looking through reviews to find a better steam cleaner. I saw this one which everyone had given 5 stars so decided to purchase with a 4 year breakdown cover. I have received it today and set it up, I am so disappointed as it looked like a brilliant cleaning gadget and I would've been able to throw out the mop and bucket, however it did not create any steam when set up as a mop, it just leaked water all over the floor which I had to mop up the traditional way. I tried it as a handheld to try and get it going but it made a very poor attempt to create any steam and again dripped water all over the floor/kitchen units. I will be returning this tomorrow as well as the breakdown cover. I will just have to stick to the old fashioned way of cleaning. Very disappointed :(

This steamer cleans really well with a strong steam setting—perfect for marble, porcelain, and wood floors. It leaves a few streaks and isn’t ideal for carpets, but for hard floors, it’s powerful, effective, and easy to use.

It’s ok. So it’s very light, which for many is a good thing. However because it is so light it tends to fall over very easily. It gets into corners which previous mop didn’t due to design. The removable water container is great to be able to fill it up instead of trying to get the whole thing under the tap. Heats up quickly. As a whole it’s good but never cleans as good as cleaning by hand.

Ottimo prodotto, pulizia pavimenti molto rapida ed efficace. Anche se il serbatoio dell'acqua è poco capiente, la ricarica è velocissima ed in pochissimi secondi è già pronto! Comoda la possibilità di usarlo anche per altri scopi, come pulizia profonda di sanitari, divano etc.. Prezzo ottimo

This is very good cleaner which I use in kitchen, bathroom, on many other surfaces. It cleans some old stains as well.

fonctionne très bien , j'utilise avec unproduit désodorisant à la lavande . Léger, efficace que demander de plus ! Facile de rafraichir mes tapis ! Avant c'était pénible de le faire avec un shampoing, il fallait attendre que ça sèche et terminer avec l'aspirateur. Mon canapé et mes fauteuils ont été nettoyé en un rien de temps et ça sèche vite en aérant votre pièce. Sol carrelé et vinyle sont impeccable ! Je précise que je ne l'utilise que pour rafraichir.

Good machine

Probably, the best purchase I have ever made. I love it! It can clean anything, it's very light, it heats up in literally 15 seconds, I am not exaggerating! I was shocked! It has an anti-limescale filter so you can use tap water (check the instruction book), the water container seems small, but it goes a long way and it does not need time to reheat when you refill it. Easy to assemble the various accessories. The sleeves are machine washable and most importantly you don't need chemicals to clean your floors, because the steam lifts up any stains and kills all bacteria! I'd say it's a must if you have small kids or pets! Only thing, not necessarily negative, it's a bit loud, but it's a steamer so it makes sense.