10aug-steammops-hero Preview models tested

Only 1 of our tested steam mops was better than a cheap and traditional sponge mop.  

Steam mops are heavily advertised on TV as a chemical-free and “sanitary” way to clean floors.  But with prices as high as $300 they’re an expensive alternative to the conventional sponge mop, bucket and a bit of elbow grease.

We tested 6 steam mops with a traditional sponge mop for comparison.

NEW! Watch the behind-the-scenes video of our steam mops testing.

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Test results


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Checklist


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