Polti sponsored michael schumaker in 1994 when he won his first Formula 1 world championship.

Polti is currently the world's best brand of steam cleaner. The Italian manufacturer has been making steam cleaning machines since 1978 and has been known as the company that introduced steam ironing to the world. Polti Manufactures its own brand of machines and also makes steam cleaners for world-renowned brands such as Karcher.

Yes and no, as steam cleaners are the best cleaning devices available (what else removes everything and disinfects with only water?). However, steam cleaners are required for specific tasks; more significant areas that are not water-sensitive may be more suitable for a pressure washer. However, steam cleaners are incredible for small cleaning areas in kitchens, bathrooms, lounge rooms, and vehicles. Steam cleaners are effective for larger areas when used with steam mop attachments. We found steam cleaners were better for mopping, especially when it comes to shiny flooring that marks typically. Additionally, steam cleaners can be used as carpet extractors and Steam irons, so they are incredibly versatile.

Steam cleaners generate extreme heat and should not be used on sensitive surfaces that may burn, including fabrics found in curtains or lounges. See manufacturer recommendations before testing on your surface or trial in an area that is not seen if issues do occur. Ensure you also choose a suitable machine. As steam cleaners work under immense heat, buying a small machine for a larger job will end up costing you a lot of money when the machine fails from being worked too hard.

Karcher SC3 EasyFix with Steam Mop

The Karcher SC3 Steam Cleaner with steam mop is a fantastic budget steam cleaner that offers steam mopping, complete bathroom and kitchen cleaning attachments and regular handheld steaming.

• Function: Steam Only
• Heat up time: 30 Seconds
• Pressure: 3.5 Bar
• Warranty: 2 Years
• Price: $389.00 ex gst

RapidG Notes:

Suitable for use in small homes and apartments for low usage. Ensure to use filted water to reduce scale build up in the machine. This trick should be used on all machines affected with scale build up such as coffee machines and steam irons. Ensure not to purchase this machine for larger places as you may enconter issues if over worked.

Vaporetto Pro 95 Turbo

The Vaporetto Pro 95 has a huge 5-bar of steam pressure with two settings regular mode and turbo mode. The continous refill boiler reduces down time with waiting for the machine to heat up. 14 Accessories included to clean everywhere, see product page for added accessories.

• Function: Steam Only
• Heat up time: 6 minutes
• Pressure: 5 Bar
• Warranty: 2 Years
• Price: $908.18 ex gst

RapidG Notes:

Suitable for larger homes (20-30sqm), you will get about 30 minutes of steam from one tank, however when steam mopping with the trigger engaged constantly, the machine will have to re-heat after 5-6 minuts, it doesnt stop just reduces the steam pressure. Bathrooms and kitchens including deep cleaning grout, tiles, BBQ's and stainless steel.

Polti FAV30

The Polti FAV30 is from the same family as the Karcher SV7 (made from the same factory) however at $1180 this is $274.00 cheaper than the karcher SV7. The karcher SV7 comes with a continous boiler, so refilling is easier, however the pressurised boiler on this unit will entail longer steam cleaning from a single tank. This also comes with a steam mop (the SV7 does not).

• Function: Steam, vacuum and extract carpets and lounges.
• Heat up time: 6 minutes
• Pressure: 4 Bar
• Warranty: 2 Years
• Price: $1180.00 ex gst

RapidG Notes:

Order extra mopping pads to ensure you get the most out of your steam cleaner, as they get filthy. Brass nozzles are not included but are excellent for cooktop burners and BBQs. Finally, the upholstery nozzle is the ultimate lounge and car seat cleaner. See Grab these accessories to learn more. You can also connect a state-of-the-art steam iron to this machine to make it the best device for your home.

MC Vapor 9

This commercial steam cleaner comes with a huge 9-bar of steam cleaning pressure and high quality internals that allow it to steam for hours. This unit can be modified to fit a vacuum cleaner and is the machine of choice for many car cleaning companies and food processing factories.

• Function: Steam Cleaner
• Heat up time: 10 minutes
• Pressure: 9-Bar
• Warranty: 12 months
• Price: $2950.00 ex gst

RapidG Notes:

RapidG offers demonstrations of this machine on site or via teams and can modify the unit to suit your specific steam cleaning task

Moppy

Moppy is a worlds first microfibre flat mop that is charged with steam from a heating base. It gives users the flexibility of using a flat mop with the benefits that come with steam cleaning. Marks on floors are removed instantly and you can kill 99.99% of germs without using chemicals.

• Function: Steam Mop
• Heat up time: Instant
• Pressure: NA
• Warranty: 2 Years
• Price: $362.72 ex gst

RapidG Notes:

Because of the high cleaning performance, you do require multiple replacement microfibre mops for cleaning larger areas as they get very dirty. Suitable for maintaining smaller spaces.

Polti FAV30

The Polti FAV30 is the best steam cleaner available in Australia when considering cleaning performance, features and affordability. This machine is identical to the FAV80, our top model, without the LCD digital display and slightly less steam pressure. However, the steam pressure on this machine is enough.

• Function: Steam, Vacuum, Extractor
• Heat up time: 6 Minutes
• Pressure: 4-Bar
• Warranty: 2 Years
• Price: $1180.00 ex gst

RapidG Notes:

You will be satisfied with this machine; if you wish to have the ability to clean everywhere, including bathrooms, kitchen, car, BBQ and steam clean floors, fabrics and glass, this is the machine for you.