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Conair ExtremeSteam Handheld Garment Steamer vs OGHom Steamer for Clothes

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

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The short answer

Conair ExtremeSteam Handheld Garment Steamer comes out ahead by a clear margin (4.5 vs 4.0). Conair ExtremeSteam Handheld Garment Steamer is best for: People who want a simple corded handheld for a few garments at a time and the occasional trip. Read the strengths below before deciding.

Conair ExtremeSteam Handheld Garment Steamer
Higher ratedRanked #3 in Best Garment Steamers
Conair ExtremeSteam Handheld Garment Steamer
1 sourceall derived$56.54as of Oct 11

The Conair ExtremeSteam is a 1,200-watt handheld steamer with two heat settings, a removable water reservoir and three attachments, according to its listing. The Bitter Lemon, after a few months of use, called it easy to use, said the tank holds enough water to steam two or three items per fill, and liked the long cord. The same review found it larger than expected, though still compact enough to take on trips.

Strengths
  • — The Bitter Lemon found it easy to use and reached for it more than a standing steamer owned for years
  • — Tank holds enough water for two to three items per fill, per The Bitter Lemon
  • — Long cord, so it does not have to stay close to the outlet
Watch-outs
  • — Larger than The Bitter Lemon expected for a handheld steamer
  • — The tank needs refilling after two to three garments
OGHom Steamer for Clothes
Ranked #4 in Best Garment Steamers
OGHom Steamer for Clothes
1 sourceall derived$22.03as of Oct 11

Apartment Therapy and Shopping.yahoo.com highlight the OGHom steamer’s 1.2-pound weight and stainless steel heating panel as key benefits for portable travel and durability. Reviewzy found its steam output effective, though it notes that users must apply physical force to remove wrinkles from larger items like drapes. A significant design flaw identified by Reviewzy is the top water reservoir’s insecure attachment, which can detach easily when handling boiling hot water. Additionally, Apartment Therapy points out that the device operates exclusively on 120-volt outlets, limiting its utility for international travelers without a voltage converter.

Strengths
  • — Stainless steel heating panel resists rust and oxidation better than aluminum models.
  • — Weighs only 1.2 pounds, making it highly portable for travel.
  • — Includes a long power cord that provides flexibility when steaming larger items or drapes.
Watch-outs
  • — The top water reservoir does not lock securely and can detach easily while handling boiling hot water.
  • — Designed exclusively for the US market, limiting use to 120-volt outlets without a converter.

Derived means the reviewer published no score, so one was inferred from their written verdict. Everything else is a number the publisher printed. How we rank.

How they stack up

Conair ExtremeSteam Handheld Garment Steamer

The Conair ExtremeSteam Handheld Garment Steamer is rated at 1,200 watts on its listing, against 700 watts for the HiLife 700W Steamer and the OGHom Steamer for Clothes and 600 watts for the Jiffy ESTEAM Handheld Travel Steamer. It has two heat settings and ships with three attachments.

OGHom Steamer for Clothes

The OGHom Steamer for Clothes lists the same 700 watts, 240 ml tank and 15 minutes of steam per fill as the HiLife 700W Steamer, and at 1.26 pounds it is lighter than the 1.7-pound HiLife. The Conair ExtremeSteam Handheld Garment Steamer is rated higher at 1,200 watts.

Specs side-by-side

SpecConair ExtremeSteam Handheld Garment SteamerOGHom Steamer for Clothes
Power Output1200 W700 W
Heat Settings2—
AttachmentsFabric brush, creaser, soft cushion brush—
Dimensions5.31"L x 2.55"W x 11.02"H6.5"L x 5.3"W x 6.5"H
Water Capacity—240 ml
Runtime—15 minutes
Weight—1.26 lb (0.57 kg)
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