I am serious about my iron. I do seamstress work for clients, I sew clothes and accessories for myself and my kids, and I seem to always have a home decor project I'm working on. Between my husband and I, our iron is used literally every day, and with that kind of usage, it has got to be high performance and dependable! I do not want to have to fight with my iron to get good results! We were thrilled to be able to try out the T-Fal Ultraglide Iron and see how it compared to our current iron. After all, if we could be getting better results in half the time, it would definitely be worth trying!
T-Fal Ultraglide Iron
At no cost to facilitate this review, we were sent the T-fal FV4495 Ultraglide Iron, and we're happy to report that it has definitely met our expectations for an iron with useful features, easy to use functionality, and high performance results. Compared to the top 20 competitors, this iron is ranked #1 in "glideability" and speed so that your ironing chores are quick and effortless.
There are quite a few features on this iron that make this a winner and a keeper. The first would be the unique ceramic soleplate that is non-stick, scratch-resistant, and is 100% mineral enriched with quartz. The steam output is powerful (100g/min), streaming from 64 steam holes -- 27 large holes and 37 microholes for the optimal steam performance with anti-drip technology. The pointed tip is ideal for pressing corner, pleats, and seams, and the extra large heel offers greater stability.
I love the 12-foot cord! It can span across the entire room! I do wish that it was a retractable cord, but at least it has an Easycord system that keeps the cord out of the way. A blinking warning light is extremely helpful to me as a mother, making sure that the iron is completely cool whenever the kids are near. I really love the temperature indicator light that will go off when your selected temperature is reached. I haven't had this feature on any other iron I've owned before, and it saves me a lot of time guessing about the iron temp. The iron will also shut off automatically after 30 seconds of inactivity so that we are saving on energy usage and I don't have to worry about burning the house down if my absent-minded mommy brain leaves it unattended. I also appreciate the large 9 oz. water tank that keeps me from having to frequently refill and I LOVE that it was designed to use regular tap water, instead of having to keep distilled water on hand.
I grew up on an absolutely horrible iron. It was scratched, it leaked water, and it was probably as old as I was. I avoided ironing at all costs because it was hard to use, quite the ordeal to set up, and I never got good results. Since we started using this Ultraglide, I can't believe what I put up with for so long, and what a quality iron is really like. The ease of use and the impressive results have convinced us to donate our old iron. I can't wait to recommend this new iron to my mom (or buy her one too!)
Even if you don't use your iron on a daily basis, you are probably still aware of the need for an excellent iron in the laundry room. If anyone in your household is a working professional, shirts need washed and ironed on a daily basis! Besides clothing, curtains, pillow shams, bed linens, and other textiles could all use a fresh wash and iron job as part of Spring cleaning.
Goodbye old iron. Off to the donation box you go. Hello, T-fal Ultraglide Iron. Welcome to the family!
Buy it: You can purchase the T-fal Ultraglide Iron on Amazon for $44.99.
Win it: One person will win the T-Fal Ultraglide Iron!
Open to the US only, ages 18 and up. Ends on May 5th at 11:59 PM EST.
Enter using the Giveaway Tools form below. Good Luck!
Disclosure: I (Camille) received the T-Fal Ultraglide Iron at no cost to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.
Heather Mckenzie Carter says
I really like the auto shut off. I am a bit paranoid with irons and things like that they may start a fire, and with a lot of littles underfoot, I am concerned about getting distracted and thus leaving an iron on.
Lisa Garland says
I like the dual self cleaning technology and ceramic soleplate.
Michaelyn Pappert says
I love the 3 way auto off feature...I always forget to turn the iron off! 🙂
Chrissie Weightman says
The 12 ft cord and the super hot steam!!
Amber Ludwig says
I love that its self cleaning!! How perfect!! And that the plate is ceramic! Way more even heating!
Jenny B says
That it is ceramic. Sounds great!
Maureen says
I like That it has three way auto shut off.
Kristina L. says
I like the easy cord system to keep the cord out of the way because it seems like the cord always falls towards the clothes I'm ironing.
Tisha T says
Auto shut off is excellent so i dont get that nagging feeling if i turned it off. self cleaning doesnt hurt either 🙂
Jennifer Babich says
The ceramic and super hot steam- reminds of great ceramic hari flat irons!
sandra says
I like its dual self-cleaning technology with the calc-recollecting valve and integrated anti-scale system
Lisa Coomer Queen says
I like that it is nonstick and scratch resistant. Also, I like that the bottom is ceramic.
Heather in VA says
Love the self-cleaning feature. It is a must have for me.
Claire Rheinheimer says
I like that it has 3-way auto-off feature that will shut off after 30sec of inactivity if left on its soleplate or tipped over on its side and 8min on the heel.
AC says
auto shut off is my fave feature
Deborah D says
Scratch resistant
Stephanie says
I like the feature that this iron has a dual self-cleaning technology with the calc-recollecting valve and integrated anti-scale system and Anti-drip system!
Linda Mannst says
I love that this iron is non stick and glides smoothly. I also like that it has an automatic shut off.
Christina Moore says
I need this iron, I like that its Ultraglide CERAMIC soleplate with lifetime warranty; Scratch resistant and nonstick for better glide, easier ironing and optimal ironing durability
Robin Abrams says
I love the 3-way auto-off feature? will shut off after 30sec of inactivity if left on its soleplate or tipped over on its side and 8min on the heel
Carolyn Benson says
Lifetime warranty, 1725 watts of power
angelam says
I love the non-stick and scratch resistant features. My iron is so crappy that I can't even use it anymore. Would LOVE to use this one! Thanks! =)
Carrie Conley says
The long cord, the Dual self-cleaning and every thing else about the iron
Judy maharrey says
I like that the iron is self cleaning and the cord does not get in the way.
Kymn Ligi says
I think I am in love with the auto shut-off. I find that probably the most important since I have kids (of course I won't leave it alone). Also like the self-cleaning and extra long cord features.
kim vh says
I like that it has auto-off features for safety!
Amanda Alvarado says
I like the dual self cleaning feature!
Ann Fantom says
I like that the T-fal FV4495 has a cord exit system keeps the cord out of the way when in use so I don't melt it!
Cheryl says
I like the 3-way auto-off feature best.
Erin G. says
I think the auto-shutoff feature is great. I'm interested in checking out the ceramic plate instead of the metal I've been using.
Soo says
I like the extra long 12-foot cord.
jen st pierre says
Love the 12 ft cord. Were limited to space and plugs in this house!
DeAnna Keller says
I like how it's self cleaning! I also like that it is scratch resistant and non stick!
Anita DUVALL says
I really like the fact that the iron has a scratch resistant Non-Stick Soleplate. Get so tired of cleaning off the iron!
michelle elizondo says
CERAMIC soleplate
Crystal Wall says
Love the iron. I iron every week just like my gran taught me. I am always on the lookout for a good iron. I need an automatic shut off because I am forgetful. Its steam is very powerful which makes me happy. Thanks for sharing. Fingers crossed.
Jerrica Evans says
I like the auto shut off because I'm very forgetful and I would have one less thing to worry about.
Michele P says
I like that it has a lifetime warranty on the plate!
rebecca yager says
anti-scale system! self-cleaning sounds awesome!
Debra Warila says
I love the 3-way auto-shutoff system and the dual self-cleaning technology!
Rosanne Morrison says
I like the self cleaning technology
polly says
I like the 3 way auto off feature. I always forget to turn off the iron
Dee Lafrenz says
I love the Dual self-cleaning technology, the calc-recollecting valve and integrated anti-scale system and Anti-drip system.
Danny Garza says
Love the 3 way safety feature ! Thank you for the chance to win!
Catherine Haynes says
I like the ceramic solestick.
Deb C says
I iron a lot of natural fabrics. It takes steam to get them wrinkle free so my favorite feature is the powerful burst of steam.
Denise C says
The anti-drip feature sounds great. I hate when irons drip!
Emily Endrizzi says
My favorite feature is the easy cord exit system. I hate the way cords typically get in my way while I am ironing so this is really important for me.
RANDY FULGHAM says
i like the self-cleaning
Jessica Lodge says
I like that it has a 12 ft cord. In our house that is needed.
Sarah Elyce says
I love the auto-turn off features and the easy cord system.
Gladys Aguilar says
I like the 3eay auto off system. this iron looks amazing
Seyma Shabbir says
I love the Automatics shutoff, since I am forgetful I can worry about one less thing!
samharris says
We need a new iron so i can keep my wife busy
Robyn says
I love the way the cord wouldn't get in the way, and it's extra long! I need that for my large quilting projects.
Cheryll Shubert says
Definitely the auto shut-off!! I am terrible with turning my old iron off. I would feel so much safer with this one!!