Tips for Choosing the Best Steam Mop for You

Find out more about our top two picks for best steam mop:

Eureka Enviro Steamer

Haan Slim and Light

There are a lot of steam mops to choose from these days which can make picking one seem like an overwhelming task. Since name recognition alone doesn't necessarily make for a great steam mop, here are some tips to help you choose the best steam mop for you:

1. Do Your Research - This seems like a no-brainer but read reviews and trust what you read. If there are a lot of negative reviews for a particular model, this should definitely be a red flag for you to avoid that mop. Taking a little time to do research will save you aggravation and possibly money in the long run.

2. Narrow Your Search - You can make your search easier by narrowing it before you start. If you know you only want to spend a certain amount of money on your steam mop, only research the models in that price range.

Dirt Devil, Lysol, and Steamfast are usually under $50 while the Eureka Enviro Steamer, the original Shark Steam Mop, and the Bissell usually run between $50 - $80. The Shark Pocket Steam Mop, the Haan Steam Mop, the Monster, and the H20 Ultra usually run $80 and up.

3. Do You Need Bells and Whistles? - This is another question to ask yourself. If you want a mop with a lot of bells and whistles you will want to check out the Haan, Monster, Dirt Devil Deluxe, or the Shark Pocket. If you just want a basic steam mop that gets the job done but doesn’t come with a lot of fancy attachments or features, check out the Eureka Enviro Steamer, Bissell, or the Steamfast.

Read reviews on our Best Steam Mop Picks:

Eureka Enviro Steamer - a simple no frills steam mop with an adjustable handle, this mop gets hotter than many other models so it's a good sanitizing mop. It comes with two reusable mop pads that clip on for easy changing. Moderately priced.

Haan Slim and Light - More expensive than the Eureka Enviro Steamer but the Haan Slim and Light comes with more features including a santizing tray attachment that can be used to sanitize furniture, carpets, and mattresses. Mop pads velcro on and it has a low profile mop head so it's great for getting under cabinets and furniture.

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