We've used our Tobi steamer for 3 years, but needed an upgrade. I wanted not to drink from the water fountain, but from the fire hydrant (not literally ;). I looked and looked for something with the steam output Tim Taylor would be proud of. I found it with this garment steamer. The key words are: "pressurized steam." I just opened the box and used it for the first time. I love it. Compared to the Tobi this thing really melts the wrinkles-fast. It has many nice features.

With Homedics satisfaction guarantee, I couldn't go wrong. Plus it arrived quickly.

The pluses:
1. steam, steam, steam (controlled steam output)
2. on/off steam button
3. solid base (not going to tip over)
4. nice-sized water tank
5. compartment for attachments
6. good height
7. automatic shut off - I can't tell you have many times we've left the Tobi on, now no worries.

Minuses (really minor):
1. didn't care for the garment "hanger." But, it still has a hook to hang your clothes hanger on, when you're done with the front, just flip it over to do the back.
2. some plastic parts

So far so good. I'll try to add an update in 60 days.

-Big Al

3/11/11