Instant heat is the strongest retail story in the handheld category right now: no waiting for the boiler, demo-friendly, and the spec shoppers repeat from short videos. This page puts the four fast models side by side.
Quick answer
The EM-318 and EM-319 reach steam in 15 seconds at 1200 W and 1.5 bar; the EM-327 lists 25–40 g/min steam output with 8–15 minutes of continuous use; the EM-305 lifts pressure to 3 bar with a 25-second heat-up and 28–32 g/min output. All four run on 220–240 V mains.
Side-by-side comparison
| Model | Heat-up | Pressure | Boiler | Steam rate | Continuous steam | Power / supply |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EM-318 | 15 s | 1.5 bar | 400 ml | Not stated in catalog | 10–15 min | 1200 W · 220–240 V, 50 Hz |
| EM-319 | 15 s | 1.5 bar | 400 ml | Not stated in catalog | 10–15 min | 1200 W · 220–240 V, 50 Hz |
| EM-327 | Not stated in catalog | 1.5 bar | 400 ml | 25–40 g/min | 8–15 min | 1200 W · 220–240 V, 50 Hz |
| EM-305 | 25 s | 3 bar | 250 ml | 28–32 g/min | 8–10 min | 1550 W · 220–240 V, 50/60 Hz |
Heat-up time changes the first impression a customer gets at home: the appliance is ready before they finish filling it. For retail demos and short-video marketing, that moment is the hook. For baked-on kitchen soil, the 3-bar EM-305 holds a stronger push. Stock both stories if the shelf allows.
Search terms worth covering in listings: an instant heat steam cleaner is what the category calls this family, and the EM-318/319 are the 15 second heat up steam cleaner proof point at 1200 W. For the multi-purpose shelf, the EM-305 is the 1500W steam cleaner with the 3-bar story.
Frequently asked questions
Why does the EM-327 have no heat-up time listed?
The catalog states output and runtime for the EM-327 but not heat-up time. We do not publish numbers we cannot trace; a timed sample test can be arranged during project review.
Do instant-heat models sacrifice runtime?
Yes, partly — a small boiler heats fast but empties sooner (10–15 minutes on EM-318/319 versus 25–35 minutes per fill on the 1.2-litre EM-208/209). Refill workflow is the deciding factor for your customer.
What voltage do these need?
220–240 V, 50 Hz on the EM-318/319/327 and 50/60 Hz on the EM-305. Plug type is confirmed per project.
Instant-heat line for your market?
Send the market, plug type and quantity band — we confirm samples and documents for the shortlist.