Vax S5 Steam Cleaner Review

The Vax S5 Steam Cleaner is the most powerful steam cleaner on the market.

Many customers who have previously bought and used other steam cleaners have stated that this is the best steam cleaner they have over used.  It comes with a large range of tools to tackle any job

The Vax S5 Steam Cleaner is not the cheapest model on the market, just the best

“The price is higher than most steamers but you get steamer which really works”

“Definitely the best cleaner I have come across”

“I would definitely recommend this product. I am glad I didn’t pay any attention to the negative feedback given by some people”

“This is the best cleaner we bought and taken back as it really was no problem at all”

Features of the Vax S5 Steam Cleaner

• the Vax S5 Steam Cleaner is well designed and easy to assemble
• All the accessories except the  floor device, extension tubes, the filling jug and a funnel can be stored inside the main unit which is useful if you are short on storage space
• The base is on wheels so you are able to drag it around easily
• The accessories are stored in two compartments one on each side of the cleaner.  The extension heads, jug and floor head have to be stored separately
• The The Vax S5 steam cleaner is lightweight and as all the tools are kept in the unit easy to store
• It has a long lead so you do not have to use extension cords
• Childproof lid which pushes down and twists to open
• The The Vax S5 Steam Cleaner tank gives  about half an a hour of steaming time
• Comes with a 16 piece accessory kit which can be used to clean your smallest corners up to your carpets and upholstery
• There are different tools for different jobs
• Accessories are attached to the unit can be twisted on and off to use
• Has lots of different attachments which can be used all over the house
• Accessories for all types of jobs from cleaning roller blinds to oven cleaning

 Pros

• The Vax S5 has a large capacity tank that steams for up to 30 minute
• Capacity of 1 Litre , it takes 8 minutes to heat up
• One advantage over a steam mop is the fact the when cleaning bathrooms you only have the lightweight pipe to hold, not the actual steam unit – bonus when your trying to scrub a small shower cubicle
• Great  long cord approximately 6 metres  can be used in another room without using extension cords
• Can be used cleaning cat litter tray and the rat cage as there are no chemicals which can harm your animals
• Only one cleaning cloth provided for carpet cleaning, although it is washable and looks thick and well made.
• Use to clean your car
• Good on tile silicone and grout, the heat from the steam expands then blows away the grime.

 Cons

• Some customers complained that it is very loud particularly in confined spaces and suggested that you needed to buy ear plugs.  This is not the cleaner itself but the steam causing a high pitch noise particularly when the steam is running through some of the attachments.  Not particular to this model just a general drawback when cleaning with steam
• the The Vax S5 has some accessories look flimsy
• It can take an age to get going 6-8 mins
• One customer complained  the storage compartment doors at the sides of the machine won’t close after being affected by the heat.
• When using the steam mop with all the extensions fitted, like a vacuum cleaner, the extensions feel rather bendy so you have to be careful not to put too much pressure on the mop
•  There is no water tank level indicator, when it runs out of water it just stops cleaning and it is time to refill
•  As it has a large capacity tank  some customers have complained that it is rather heavy to pull around
• Can not use any of the  VAX fragranced cleaning solutions with this cleaner as suggested in the Amazon buy together with this mop, so if you are considering buying this product

 Performance of the Vax S5 Steam Cleaner

• Some customers have unrealistic expectations of how steam cleaners operate expecting the steam to do the cleaning.  Basically the steam cleaner eliminates the scrubbing process of cleaning   It therefore makes cleaning faster and easier.  A cleanse that would have been impossible to achieve by simply scrubbing
• The steam loosens the dirt enabling you to clean the dirt and you then just need a damp cloth or sponge to mop up the excess dirt
• Lifts stains and other marks from hard floors
• The power of the steam generated is much greater than  a handheld device and the capacity is much greater so the steam lasts longer
• The Vax S5 Steam Cleaner is great for cleaning windows
• You can use the the floor head and cloth on a short pole for cleaning walls
• Replacement cloths heads can be brought for £2.99 but you may need to replace quite often.  As an alternative you can cut down a thin kitchen sponge slightly bigger than the head and placed it in the cloth head
• Can be used for mould removal but will not clean mould that is stained.
• The Vax S5 Steam Cleaner is very good at loosening and moving oven grease and grime but still you need  a bit of elbow grease  top to bottom, even getting rid of the burn marks on the hob and the glass doors on the cooker and microwave are gleaming.
• The scraper tool can be used to clean the inside of the glass door but the brushes are more effective to remove the grease
• The scraper is best used on the grill and oven racks
• Powerful enough for cleaning grill and oven
• This is a powerful steamer and can cause damage on some surfaces such as paint and painted tiles
• Good for getting ground dirt out of tiles
•  Cleaning floor is fast and easy
• To clean carpets you need to attach the upholstery cloth to the floor head
• It will clean the following: ceramic floor, kitchen and wall tiles, mirrors, bathroom, grouting, windows, carpet, wooden floor, window frames, the bathroom (sink, taps, shower doors, head & floor) a hob, skirting kitchen bins, conservatory roof , Venetian blind and the fascias your my house
• Can be used even steam cleaning clothes
• Cleans the limescale around taps
• The roof extractor fan is now grease free
• Lightweight and easy to pull along behind you when cleaning the floor.
• Carpets are dry almost immediately after cleaning
• Makes window cleaning easy just run the window tool up and down the window no need to use cleaners or vinegar.  Just wipe down afterwards with kitchen roll
• The concentration nozzle can be used to clean around taps to remove the limescale and then just rinse away
• Use the window head to clean the shower screen and the grout brush on the grouting
•  The brush attachments are best to be used for dirt in the baths and sinks, wipe of afterwards
•  Can be used for cleaning your car and caravan

What’s in the Box?

• The Vax S5 Steam Cleaner comes with a two guarantee  with a helpline based in the UK available 7 days a week
• What in the Box
  • 1 – S5
  • 1 – Measuring jug
  • 1 – Funnel
  • 1 – Floor head connector
  • 1 – Concentration nozzle to be used with other accessories
  • 1 – Large plastic brush
  • 1 – Detail nozzle
  • 1 – Scraper tool
  • 1 – Grout brush
  • 1 – Floor head
  • 1 – Floor head cloth
  • 1 – Window / Upholstery tool
  • 2 – Upholstery cloth
  • 1 – 2 year guarantee registration card
  • 1 – Instruction manual
• The instructions are a little basic – mostly pictures with a little description underneath, but once you’ve used it once, you’ll find it easy forever
• Length of power cable (6 meters) and the steam hose (1.7 meters) is more than ample to cover the majority of jobs.

Operating the Vax S5 Steam Cleaner

• The Vax S5 Steam Cleaner instructions are straightforward but it is worth spending some time when unpacking to exam all the parts to see how they operate
• Setting up is simple, does not weigh too much depending on    how much water you can put in it, has wheels on the bottom so you can move it around
• Then open the lid and fill using the measuring jug provided which has a funnel
• Push and twist to make sure the safety latch is secure
• Start the Vax S5 Steam Cleaner, after eight minutes the cleaner will be ready to operate
• There is a dial to vary the pressure of steam required depending on the current job
• To release the steam press the safety catch then press the steam trigger  for as much time as you want.
•  To steam cleans your wood different attach the extensions and the floors head. then use the trigger to release steam
•  The concentration nozzle can be used by itself to clean dirt from your bath or shower
• The brushes will remove  dirt from a  many surfaces
• The grout brush will lift dirt from tiles
• The detail tool because it is angled, it’s easy to clean  around taps
• The  upholstery tool cloth can be used  to clean sofas
• Cloths can either be hand wash or wash in the washing machine at a warm temperature.
• When  finished with steamer, turn it off use the trigger to release any remaining steam, let it cool and empty the remaining water from the tank

by Richard Floyd