BLACK DECKER Steam Compact IR40V Reviews Summary

Design and Build Quality

Pros:

• "It's not huge but a little bigger than the irons you might find in a hotel, it works better too."
• "I really like the feel of this iron. It's light but sturdy enough to be useable."
• "This iron is lightweight and highly maneuverable with an ergonomic shape and convenient swivel cord."
• "Really like the size of this small iron. The handle part does get a bit too hot when the iron has been on for a lengthy period of time. Love the silicone pad!"
• "This is a nice lightweight iron, easy to use with true settings."
• "It's lightweight and the cord is long so I like it."
• "This iron is light and easy to maneuver across the clothing."

Cons:

• "The build quality of the iron was not impressive. It felt flimsy and cheaply made."
• "This is a very lightweight iron donut feels cheap. It has a smaller plate than I’m used to with other irons."
• "This is the worst, flimsiest iron I've ever used. It is so lightweight that it barely presses pajamas, let alone a shirt or sewing projects."
• "Very low quality Iron. The quality is below average."
• "The iron size (where it iron clothes) are smaller than regular standard!"
• "Makes loud popping noises, way smaller than I thought it would be."
• "It would be a great product if only the water hole had some sort of plug. It leaks very easily if you’re not overly gentle with it."

Performance and Ease of Use

Pros:

• "Glides nice over clothing."
• "It heats up very fast and spreads steam evenly."
• "Water tank is larger than the one on the iron I had previously."
• "Nice long cord."
• "Heats quickly, easy to use."
• "The iron is easy to use no fancy buttons just plug in, turn the knob to your desired level and use."
• "A light weight iron that works well. To get steam it must be set on the right section of the temperature dial for it to work as intended."

Cons:

• "This has got to be the worst iron. I have wasted so much time waiting for this iron to stop leaking water just so I can iron my kids school clothes."
• "When tilting the iron just a little too much, water will spill out of it easily."
• "You have to turn it on to the highest setting to get any steam - and by that point, the steam is plooming out to the point where you risk getting 3rd degree burns."
• "This iron arrived in a banged up box. It looked ok but when I tried it it set off the smoke detector as it smelled like something was burning on the inside."
• "It’s a decent iron. I bought it for perler beading. Downside is if you go past setting 3 then it starts spitting steam."
• "The iron part is cold. It just smells burnt."
• "When the steam is on, it leaks water and make a mess."

Reliability and Support

Pros:

• "After a few emails, proof of purchase, etc. they did process a warranty claim."
• "Some people have mentioned that they were used and had drops of water that happens because they are tested as inspection measures that they work well."
• "Works as expected!"
• "I have been using Black & Decker irons for decades and they are, without a doubt the tried & true brand."
• "It works great."
• "This works really good, and really good price."
• "I am happy with the price of this iron too."

Cons:

• "I liked that I received the iron quickly. However, after a few uses, the base is burnt. I have not been able to reach the seller for support."
• "Planned obsolescence; stopped working after less than 3 years. The price point is low because its cheaply made and won't last."
• "Broke after not even a year of having it, with maybe once a week use."
• "Received this iron used! Looks like it’s been used for a couple years! Had water in it already too and came in a torn up box. Definitely returning, DO NOT BUY!"
• "I thought this iron was a great buy for the price especially since it's a Black & Decker brand and that has always been a reliable brand for me but after only using this iron 3 times, it has stopped working."
• "Worked fine but after 7 months it kept smelling like something was burning then stopped working."
• "This iron stopped getting hot after only having it for 9 months."