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Hoover SGE1000 011 Steam Gun Review | 48 Data compared

Avg. price:~£45Steam pressure:4 barWater tank capacity:370 mlHeat-up time:150 seconds

Hoover SGE1000 011 Steam Gun Review: Compare 48 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Portable Steam Cleaners category and whether it is worth buying.

8.3

Overall score

Score
8.3/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of products in the Portable Steam Cleaners category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference for identifying the best products in the Portable Steam Cleaners category.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 97% of models
Score components

80%

8.6

Technical Score

20%

7.1

User score

★Better than 97% of portable-steam-cleaners
8.6

Technical Score

Technical score
8.6/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Steam Cleaners category across these key areas: Performance, Tank, Accessories, Portability, Safety.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Portable Steam Cleaners category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 99% of models
Score components

65%

9.3

Performance

15%

6.7

Tank

10%

8.0

Accessories

6%

7.0

Portability

4%

7.1

Safety

★Better than 99% of portable-steam-cleaners
7.1

User score

User score
7.1/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Steam Cleaners category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Portable Steam Cleaners category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components

70%

7.0

User ratings

30%

7.4

Number of reviews

Based on 435 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–¼Worse than 83% of portable-steam-cleaners
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Verdict

The Hoover Steam Capsule Express SGE1000 011 is a compact, 1.74 kg handheld steam gun that features a 1000W heating capacity, 4 bar steam pressure, and a continuous steam output of up to 40 g/min. Its main characteristics include a 0.37-liter water tank, a 5-meter power cord, and a versatile dual steam setting providing dry steam for refreshing textiles and wet steam for heavy-duty descaling. Key advantages include chemical-free sanitization that eliminates 99% of bacteria, a generous 20-minute operating runtime, and a comprehensive kit of 10+ attachments for multi-surface cleaning. However, notable drawbacks include a non-removable water tank and a relatively slow initial heat-up time of 2.5 minutes.

Technical Specifications of portable steam cleaner Hoover SGE1000 011 Steam Gun

Technical Score
Technical score
8.6/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Steam Cleaners category across these key areas: Performance, Tank, Accessories, Portability, Safety.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Portable Steam Cleaners category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 100% of models
Score components:

65%

9.3

Performance

15%

6.7

Tank

10%

8.0

Accessories

6%

7.0

Portability

4%

7.1

Safety

8.6
Hoover SGE1000 011 Steam Gun has a technical score of 8.6 points, which is higher than 100% of products in this category.
User score
User score
7.1/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Steam Cleaners category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Portable Steam Cleaners category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components

70%

7.0

User ratings

30%

7.4

Number of reviews

Based on 435 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
7.1
Hoover SGE1000 011 Steam Gun has a user score of 7.13 points, which is lower than 83.3% of products in this category.
Popularity
Popularity
7.4/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Portable Steam Cleaners category.
When it matters
When you prefer products in the Portable Steam Cleaners category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 60% of models
Popularity:
Hoover SGE1000 011 Steam Gun has a popularity score of 7.4 points, which is higher than 60.3% of products in this category.
7.4
Hoover SGE1000 011 Steam Gun has a popularity score of 7.4 points, which is higher than 60.3% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
8.4/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Steam Cleaners category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Portable Steam Cleaners category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 100% of models
Score components:

60%

8.3

Overall score

40%

8.8

Price

8.4
Hoover SGE1000 011 Steam Gun has a value-for-money score of 8.4 points, which is higher than 100% of products in this category.
Steam pressure
4 bar
Steam pressure
4 bar
â–² Better than 89% of models
Market range: <3 bar – >4 bar
This portable steam cleaner has a steam pressure of 4 bar, which is higher than that of 88.9% of portable steam cleaners and matches that of 2.8% of portable steam cleaners.
Steam temperature
?
Heat-up time
150 seconds
Heat-up time
150 seconds
â–² Better than 71% of models
Market range: <30 seconds – >240 seconds
This portable steam cleaner has a heat-up time of 150 seconds, which is shorter than that of 71.4% of portable steam cleaners and matches that of 6.5% of portable steam cleaners.
Continuous steam time
20 minutes
Continuous steam time
20 minutes
â–² Better than 84% of models
Market range: <7 minutes – >20 minutes
This portable steam cleaner has a continuous steam time of 20 minutes, which is longer than that of 83.8% of portable steam cleaners and matches that of 12.2% of portable steam cleaners.
Steam flow rate
40 g/min
Steam flow rate
40 g/min
â–² Better than 86% of models
Market range: <25 g/min – >40 g/min
This portable steam cleaner has a steam flow rate of 40 g/min, which is higher than that of 85.7% of portable steam cleaners and matches that of 7.1% of portable steam cleaners.
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Power rating
1,000 W
Power rating
1,000 W
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Market range: <1k W – >1.3k W
This portable steam cleaner has a power rating of 1,000 W, which is lower than that of 78.2% of portable steam cleaners and matches that of 15.4% of portable steam cleaners.
Water tank capacity
370 ml
Water tank capacity
370 ml
â–² Better than 81% of models
Market range: <200 ml – >450 ml
This portable steam cleaner has a water tank capacity of 370 ml, which is larger than that of 80.5% of portable steam cleaners.
Boiler capacity
370 ml
Boiler capacity
370 ml
â–² Better than 80% of models
Market range: <250 ml – >450 ml
This portable steam cleaner has a boiler capacity of 370 ml, which is larger than that of 80.3% of portable steam cleaners.
Water fill method
safety cap
Power cord length
5 m
Power cord length
5 m
â–² Better than 84% of models
Market range: <2.8 m – >5 m
This portable steam cleaner has a power cord length of 5 m, which is longer than that of 84% of portable steam cleaners and matches that of 14.7% of portable steam cleaners.
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Accessory count
12
Accessory count
12
★ Better than 90% of models
Market range: <7 – >12
This portable steam cleaner includes 12 accessories, more than 89.7% of portable steam cleaners and the same number as 5.1% of portable steam cleaners.
Extension hose included
yes
Extension hose included
yes
â–² Better than 14% of models
This portable steam cleaner has an extension hose, as do 85.9% of portable steam cleaners.
Concentrator / jet nozzle
yes
Concentrator / jet nozzle
yes
â–² Better than 6% of models
This portable steam cleaner has a concentrator or jet nozzle, as do 93.6% of portable steam cleaners.
Detail brushes included
yes
Detail brushes included
yes
â–² Better than 6% of models
This portable steam cleaner has detail brushes, as do 93.6% of portable steam cleaners.
Brass brush included
no
Brass brush included
no
â–¼ Worse than 10% of models
This portable steam cleaner does not have a brass brush, unlike 10.3% of portable steam cleaners.
The included round brush is copper rather than brass.
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Weight
1.74 kg
Weight
1.74 kg
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Market range: <1.18 kg – >2.08 kg
This portable steam cleaner weighs 1.74 kg, which is heavier than that of 60.5% of portable steam cleaners and matches that of 1.3% of portable steam cleaners.
Width
258 mm
Height
236 mm
Depth
125 mm
Carry handle
yes
Carry handle
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This portable steam cleaner has a carry handle, as do 98.7% of portable steam cleaners.
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Child safety lock
yes
Child safety lock
yes
â–² Better than 12% of models
This portable steam cleaner has a child safety lock, as do 88.5% of portable steam cleaners.
Safety valve / safety cap
yes
Safety valve / safety cap
yes
â–² Better than 14% of models
This portable steam cleaner has a safety valve or safety cap, as do 85.9% of portable steam cleaners.
Trigger lock / continuous steam lock
no
Trigger lock / continuous steam lock
no
â–¼ Worse than 22% of models
This portable steam cleaner does not have a trigger lock for continuous steam, unlike 21.8% of portable steam cleaners.
Auto shut-off
no
Auto shut-off
no
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
This portable steam cleaner does not have an auto shut-off, unlike 59% of portable steam cleaners.
Descaling system
no
Descaling system
no
â–¼ Worse than 6% of models
This portable steam cleaner does not have a descaling system, unlike 6.4% of portable steam cleaners.
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Hoover SGE1000 011 Steam Gun vs the average portable steam cleaner

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  • 10 minutes longer continuous steam time
    Continuous steam time
    20 minutes
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <7 minutes – >20 minutes
    This portable steam cleaner has a longer continuous steam time than the average portable steam cleaner (20 minutes vs 10 minutes).
    20 minutes vs 10 minutes
  • 0.8 bar higher steam pressure
    Steam pressure
    4 bar
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <3 bar – >4 bar
    This portable steam cleaner offers stronger steam pressure than the average portable steam cleaner (4 bar vs 3.2 bar).
    4 bar vs 3.2 bar
  • Adjustable steam control
    Adjustable steam output
    yes
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    This portable steam cleaner has adjustable steam control, while the average portable steam cleaner does not have adjustable steam control.
  • 10 g/min higher steam flow rate
    Steam flow rate
    40 g/min
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <25 g/min – >40 g/min
    This portable steam cleaner has a higher steam flow rate than the average portable steam cleaner (40 g/min vs 30 g/min).
    40 g/min vs 30 g/min
  • 2 m longer power cord
    Power cord length
    5 m
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <2.8 m – >5 m
    This portable steam cleaner has a longer power cord than the average portable steam cleaner (5 m vs 3 m).
    5 m vs 3 m
  • 30 seconds shorter heat-up time
    Heat-up time
    150 seconds
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <30 seconds – >240 seconds
    This portable steam cleaner offers faster heat-up than the average portable steam cleaner (150 seconds vs 180 seconds).
    150 seconds vs 180 seconds
  • 3 more accessories
    Steam pressure
    12 bar
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <3 bar – >4 bar
    This portable steam cleaner offers more accessories than the average portable steam cleaner (12 vs 9).
    12 vs 9
  • 20 ml larger water tank capacity
    Water tank capacity
    370 ml
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <200 ml – >450 ml
    This portable steam cleaner offers a larger water tank than the average portable steam cleaner (370 ml vs 350 ml).
    370 ml vs 350 ml
  • 16.2% better value for money
    Hoover SGE1000 011 Steam Gun offers better value for money than the average portable steam cleaner (8.43 vs 7.3).
    8.43 vs 7.26
  • 19.2% more popular
    Hoover SGE1000 011 Steam Gun is more popular than the average portable steam cleaner (7.44 vs 6.2).
    7.44 vs 6.24
  • 10 minutes longer continuous steam time
    Continuous steam time
    20 minutes
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <7 minutes – >20 minutes
    This portable steam cleaner has a longer continuous steam time than the average portable steam cleaner (20 minutes vs 10 minutes).
    20 minutes vs 10 minutes
  • 0.8 bar higher steam pressure
    Steam pressure
    4 bar
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <3 bar – >4 bar
    This portable steam cleaner offers stronger steam pressure than the average portable steam cleaner (4 bar vs 3.2 bar).
    4 bar vs 3.2 bar
  • Adjustable steam control
    Adjustable steam output
    yes
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    This portable steam cleaner has adjustable steam control, while the average portable steam cleaner does not have adjustable steam control.
  • 10 g/min higher steam flow rate
    Steam flow rate
    40 g/min
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <25 g/min – >40 g/min
    This portable steam cleaner has a higher steam flow rate than the average portable steam cleaner (40 g/min vs 30 g/min).
    40 g/min vs 30 g/min
  • 30 seconds shorter heat-up time
    Heat-up time
    150 seconds
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <30 seconds – >240 seconds
    This portable steam cleaner offers faster heat-up than the average portable steam cleaner (150 seconds vs 180 seconds).
    150 seconds vs 180 seconds
  • 2 m longer power cord
    Power cord length
    5 m
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <2.8 m – >5 m
    This portable steam cleaner has a longer power cord than the average portable steam cleaner (5 m vs 3 m).
    5 m vs 3 m
  • 20 ml larger water tank capacity
    Water tank capacity
    370 ml
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <200 ml – >450 ml
    This portable steam cleaner offers a larger water tank than the average portable steam cleaner (370 ml vs 350 ml).
    370 ml vs 350 ml
  • 20 ml larger boiler capacity
    Boiler capacity
    370 ml
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <250 ml – >450 ml
    This portable steam cleaner offers a larger boiler capacity than the average portable steam cleaner (370 ml vs 350 ml).
    370 ml vs 350 ml
  • 3 more accessories
    Steam pressure
    12 bar
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <3 bar – >4 bar
    This portable steam cleaner offers more accessories than the average portable steam cleaner (12 vs 9).
    12 vs 9
  • Scraper tool included
    Scraper tool
    yes
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This portable steam cleaner includes a scraper tool, while the average portable steam cleaner does not include a scraper tool.
  • Cord storage
    Cord wrap / cable storage
    yes
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    This portable steam cleaner has cord storage, while the average portable steam cleaner does not have cord storage.
  • No auto shut-off
    Auto shut-off
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    This portable steam cleaner does not have an auto shut-off, while the average portable steam cleaner has an auto shut-off.
  • 1 fewer microfiber cloths for the small brush
    Number of microfiber cloths for small brush
    0
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <0 – >1
    This portable steam cleaner offers fewer microfiber cloths for the small brush than the average portable steam cleaner (0 vs 1).
    0 vs 1
  • 50 W lower power
    Steam pressure
    1,000 W bar
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <3 bar – >4 bar
    This portable steam cleaner offers less power than the average portable steam cleaner (1000 W vs 1050 W).
    1,000 W vs 1,050 W
  • No funnel
    Funnel included
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This portable steam cleaner does not include a funnel, while the average portable steam cleaner includes a funnel.
  • 12.2% lower user score
    User score
    7.1/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Steam Cleaners category.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how products in the Portable Steam Cleaners category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
    Score distribution
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    Hoover SGE1000 011 Steam Gun
    the average portable steam cleaner
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Hoover SGE1000 011 Steam Gun has a lower user score than the average portable steam cleaner (7.13 vs 8.000).
    7.13 vs 8
  • 3.6% heavier
    Heat-up time
    1.74 kg seconds
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <30 seconds – >240 seconds
    40% heavier: this portable steam cleaner is heavier than the average portable steam cleaner (1.7 kg vs 1.68 kg).
    1.74 kg vs 1.68 kg
  • 28.6% more expensive
    Hoover SGE1000 011 Steam Gun is more expensive than the average portable steam cleaner (£45 vs £35).
    £45 vs £35
  • 12.2% lower user score
    User score
    7.1/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Steam Cleaners category.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how products in the Portable Steam Cleaners category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
    Score distribution
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    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Hoover SGE1000 011 Steam Gun
    the average portable steam cleaner
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Hoover SGE1000 011 Steam Gun has a lower user score than the average portable steam cleaner (7.13 vs 8.000).
    7.13 vs 8
  • 28.6% more expensive
    Hoover SGE1000 011 Steam Gun is more expensive than the average portable steam cleaner (£45 vs £35).
    £45 vs £35
  • 50 W lower power
    Steam pressure
    1,000 W bar
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <3 bar – >4 bar
    This portable steam cleaner offers less power than the average portable steam cleaner (1000 W vs 1050 W).
    1,000 W vs 1,050 W
  • 1 fewer microfiber cloths for the small brush
    Number of microfiber cloths for small brush
    0
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <0 – >1
    This portable steam cleaner offers fewer microfiber cloths for the small brush than the average portable steam cleaner (0 vs 1).
    0 vs 1
  • No funnel
    Funnel included
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This portable steam cleaner does not include a funnel, while the average portable steam cleaner includes a funnel.
  • 3.6% heavier
    Heat-up time
    1.74 kg seconds
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <30 seconds – >240 seconds
    40% heavier: this portable steam cleaner is heavier than the average portable steam cleaner (1.7 kg vs 1.68 kg).
    1.74 kg vs 1.68 kg
  • No auto shut-off
    Auto shut-off
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    This portable steam cleaner does not have an auto shut-off, while the average portable steam cleaner has an auto shut-off.

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Third-party reviews

Based on 435 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about Hoover SGE1000 011 Steam Gun?

  • Powerful 4-bar pressure and 1000W output effectively dissolves tough grease and dirt without chemical cleaners
  • Lightweight and compact design makes it easy to maneuver for various tasks
  • Versatile range of accessories included (such as a grout brush, garment steamer attachment, and window squeegee)
  • Generous 5-meter power cord provides excellent reach
  • Dual wet and dry steam modes allow for both heavy descaling and gentle garment refreshing

What customers dislike about Hoover SGE1000 011 Steam Gun?

  • Small water tank (approx. 0.37L) limits the continuous run time to about 15-20 minutes
  • Must be allowed to cool down completely before the pressurized tank can be safely refilled
  • Requires manually holding down the steam trigger, which can cause hand fatigue during extended use
  • Build quality of some of the plastic attachments can feel fragile under heavy pressure

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