Handheld steam cleaners are the entry point of the category: lightest to ship, easiest to demo, and the format with the strongest retail demand. The line splits into a classic 2.5–3.5 bar series and a new instant-heat series (covered on its own page).
Quick answer
The EM-318/319/327 handhelds run at 1200 W and 1.5 bar with a 400 ml boiler and reach 105 °C steam; the classic EM-301 series runs 900–1050 W at 2.5–3.5 bar with 350–450 ml boilers and a 3–5 minute heat-up. Both take the same accessory logic: nozzle, round brushes, brass brush and extension pieces.
EM-318
New thin-base handheld. Steam in 15 seconds, 105 °C, 10–15 minutes per fill.
1200 W · 1.5 bar · 400 ml
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EM-319
Same platform as EM-318 in a deeper base; different retail box footprint.
1200 W · 1.5 bar · 400 ml
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EM-327
Steam rate listed at 25–40 g/min with 8–15 minutes of continuous use.
1200 W · 1.5 bar · 400 ml
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Classic handheld series (2.5–3.5 bar)
Twenty classic variants share one platform logic: 900–1050 W, 2.5–3.5 bar, 105 °C steam, 3–5 minute heat-up. Tank size and runtime split the price ladder, so a two-model entry (one 350 ml, one 450 ml) covers most shelves.
| Series | Power | Pressure | Boiler | Heat-up | Continuous steam | Positioning |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EM-301 / 302 | 900–1050 W | 2.5–3.5 bar | 350 ml | 3–5 min | 8–10 min | Entry classic handhelds |
| EM-303 / 306 / 309 / 312 / 316 / 332 / 337 / 338 | 900–1050 W | 2.5–3.5 bar | 350 / 450 ml | 3–5 min | 8–10 / 10–12 min | Twin-tank options |
| EM-307 / 308 / 315 / 320 / 323 / 329 / 331 / 333 | 900–1050 W | 2.5–3.5 bar | 350 ml | 3–5 min | 8–10 min | Compact single-tank |
| EM-335 | 900–1050 W | 2.5–3.5 bar | 450 ml | 5 min | 12 min | Larger tank, longer run |
| EM-317 | 1250 W | 2.5–3.5 bar | 475 ml + 300 ml detergent tank | 3–5 min | 10 min | Visual tank, detergent feed |
Frequently asked questions
Is 1.5 bar weaker than 2.5–3.5 bar for cleaning?
Pressure and heat-up time trade off against each other in this class. The instant-heat series holds a smaller, lighter boiler that reaches 105 °C in seconds; the classic series holds higher pressure for longer pushes on baked-on soil. Both are valid retail stories — pick by use case, not by a single number.
Which accessories do handhelds ship with?
The platform supports a general spray nozzle, long spray nozzle, angled nozzle, nylon round brushes, a brass brush, extension tube, mop-head connector, window attachment and fabric tools. The exact set per model and carton is confirmed in the formal quotation.
Are these models EU-ready?
They are rated 220–240 V (50 Hz on EM-318/319/327, 50/60 Hz on the classic series). Certification documents follow the process on our quality and compliance page.
Handheld programme to plan?
Tell us the price band and market. We map the classic and instant-heat lines to your shelf.