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Browse 4 steam cleaners and hard floor cleaners from Dreame, Shark and Vax, priced from £49.99. Hot steam softens grease and dried-on marks with plain water, so sealed floors come up clean without a bucket.
The choice runs from straightforward steam mops to wet cleaners that pick up debris while washing. Below the products, our guide explains which suits your floors and how far beyond the floor you want to go.
The Dreame CU20 Pro Steam HCU11A steam carpet cleaner pairs 18,000 Pa of suction with 100°C steam that is ready in around 18 seconds, so it lifts out deep-down dirt…
The Dreame HHR58C T14 Pro wet and dry cordless floor washer combines 25,000 Pa of suction with Smart mode, which senses how much dirt is on your hard floor and…
The Shark VM200UK VacMop is a lightweight 1.52 kg 2-in-1 cordless vacuum mop that picks up crumbs and dust while it spray mops hard floors, all through one disposable pad.…
Using 1300 W of steam, the VAX S85-CM Steam Clean Multi cleans sealed hard floors with nothing but water, and it heats up in about 30 seconds. Lift the handle…
| Type | Suits | Worth checking |
|---|---|---|
| Steam mop | Swapping the mop and bucket for something quicker. | Tank size, heat-up time and the pads supplied. |
| Scrubbing steam mop | Kitchens and hallways with stubborn marks. | How the head moves and whether steam can be aimed. |
| 2-in-1 steamer | Bathrooms, hobs and tiles as well as floors. | The handheld tools in the box. |
| Cylinder steam cleaner | Cleaning the whole house in one session. | The tank and the length of the hose. |
| Wash and vacuum | Floors that shouldn't be steamed, and crumbs and spills together. | Corded or cordless, and the solution it uses. |
Steam is for sealed hard floors: ceramic or porcelain tile, vinyl, and wood or laminate with a sealed finish. Keep it off unsealed wood, waxed finishes and anything the flooring maker says shouldn't meet heat and moisture. Not sure? A wash and vacuum machine using cool water is the gentler route.
To retire the mop and bucket, a simple steam mop does the job. To steam the bathroom, hob and windows too, choose a 2-in-1 or a cylinder model that comes with plenty of attachments.
A small tank heats almost at once but needs topping up sooner, while a bigger one gives a longer run. Some can be refilled mid-clean without waiting for them to cool.
Adjustable output means a gentle setting for laminate and a stronger one for tiles. Simpler mops release steam as you push; others let you release it with a button.
Washable pads are standard. Double-sided ones cover twice the floor before a change, and a hands-free release spares you from touching a hot, grubby pad. See how many are included.
Steam cleaners generally run from the mains. Wash and vacuum cleaners come both ways: corded for unlimited cleaning time, cordless for freedom from the socket.
Our steam cleaners and hard floor cleaners come from Dreame, Shark and Vax. The brand filter next to the products makes side-by-side comparison easy.
Steam cleaners and floor washers carry their maker's UK guarantee. Spend more than £600 for free delivery, which normally takes 3–7 working days.
Prefer to check prices? If another UK retailer is cheaper, our price match can help. We're on 01622 541312, and our showroom is in Rochester; a call beforehand tells you what's on display.
Hard floors with a sealed surface, such as tile, vinyl, and finished wood or laminate. Steer clear of unsealed or waxed wood, and check the flooring maker's advice before you start.
No. The heat does the work with plain water. Only add something if your model's manual says you can.
A steam mop is designed for floors. A steam cleaner adds a hose and tools for tiles, taps, hobs and grout as well. Some mops convert into a handheld steamer.
A damp roller scrubs the floor with water and solution while suction draws up the dirty water and any debris. It doesn't steam.
Steam mops are for hard floors. Some come with a glider for freshening carpet, but a carpet washer is what actually cleans it.
Wash them after each clean and skip fabric conditioner, which makes them less absorbent. Let them dry completely before reusing.
