Top 5 Cordless Irons: Revolutionize Your Quilting & Sewing!

Hello lovely sewing enthusiasts! ✂️ Luna here. Today, I want to share my experience about a game-changer in my sewing space: cordless irons. Yes, I decided to make the leap from corded to cordless irons and here’s my scoop on it.

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The Motivation Behind The Switch

While my trusty Shark iron and the compact Steamfast Mini were serving me well, those tangled cords were a tad too much! Desiring more maneuverability in my sewing area without wrestling with cords, I did some homework on popular cordless irons. Now, I’ve two new cordless buddies: one’s my sewing companion, and the other’s taken a spot in the laundry room.

Misconceptions About Cordless Irons

Before we dive deep, it’s crucial to clear up a common misconception. While it sounds like cordless irons run solely on batteries and need no electricity at all, that’s not entirely true. ‍♀️

Indeed, the iron part is cordless, giving you a hassle-free pressing experience. However, the base still requires an electrical connection. So after every minute or so, the iron needs a quick re-energizing session on its base. It’s not the roaming, completely electricity-free tool some might expect.

Differences Among Cordless Irons

When I embarked on my cordless iron quest, I listed all the distinctions between the various models, and here’s a breakdown:

Soleplate Material: Like their corded counterparts, cordless ones come in stainless steel, ceramic, or nickel-coated varieties. Choose according to your sewing needs and preferences.
Double-Tipped vs. Single-Tipped Soleplate: Panasonic’s new cordless irons sport a cool reversible design with points on both ends. This is quite a departure from the conventional single-pointed design and can be a delight for quilters.
Sole Plate and Reservoir Size: Pay attention to the soleplate size as it impacts your ironing speed. Also, remember that cordless irons typically have smaller water reservoirs than corded ones.
Reheat and Initial Heat Times: No one likes waiting, so check how long an iron takes to reheat between uses and its initial heating duration.
Duration It Remains Hot: Since they’re cordless, they’ll cool down after a while. Make sure it stays hot long enough for your needs.
Auto Shut-off: A safety must-have, but the timings vary. Choose based on your sewing rhythm.
Voltages and Availability: Depending on your location, ensure the iron supports your country’s voltage. Brand availability can also differ.
Wattage: They’re usually less powerful than corded irons, but checking wattage before buying is a good idea.
Storage Solutions: If you’re a mobile sewer, pick an iron that comes with a handy storage case.

My Cordless Iron Picks

Here are a couple of cordless irons I got my hands on and a brief on why I chose them:

1. Panasonic NI-QL1000 Cordless Iron

Soleplate: Nickle-coated, double-tipped
Water tank: 5.4 fl oz
Wattage: 1500 W
Auto shut-off: 30 min

This Panasonic model caught my attention due to its longer auto shut-off time and the detachable water reservoir. Plus, the cord retracts for easy storage!