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Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 Review | 61 Data compared

Avg. price:~£95Heat-up time:480 secondsPower rating:1500 WWeight:5 kg

Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 Review: Compare 61 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Steam Cleaners category and whether it is worth buying.

7.9

Overall score

Score
7.9/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of products in the 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 Steam Cleaners category.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 80% of models
Score components

80%

7.6

Technical Score

20%

8.9

User score

â–²Better than 80% of steam-cleaners
7.6

Technical Score

Technical score
7.6/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Steam Cleaners category across these key areas: Performance, Tank, Versatility, Accessories, Design, Safety.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Steam Cleaners category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 66% of models
Score components

28%

7.7

Performance

24%

6.2

Tank

21%

8.0

Versatility

10%

9.5

Accessories

9%

8.1

Design

8%

7.7

Safety

â–²Better than 66% of steam-cleaners
8.9

User score

User score
8.9/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Steam Cleaners category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the 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
★ Better than 90% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

9.5

Number of reviews

Based on 4,339 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.
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Technical Specifications of steam cleaner Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146

Technical Score
Technical score
7.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Steam Cleaners category across these key areas: Performance, Tank, Versatility, Accessories, Design, Safety.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Steam Cleaners category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 66% of models
Score components:

28%

7.7

Performance

24%

6.2

Tank

21%

8.0

Versatility

10%

9.5

Accessories

9%

8.1

Design

8%

7.7

Safety

7.6
User score
User score
8.9/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Steam Cleaners category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the 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
★ Better than 90% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

9.5

Number of reviews

Based on 4,339 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.
8.9
Popularity
Popularity
9.5/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Steam Cleaners category.
When it matters
When you prefer products in the 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 84% of models
Popularity:
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has a popularity score of 9.5 points, which is higher than 83.9% of products in this category.
9.5
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
8.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Steam Cleaners category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the 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 90% of models
Score components:

60%

7.9

Overall score

40%

10

Price

8.5
Steam pressure
5 bar
Steam pressure
5 bar
â–² Better than 88% of models
Market range: <3 bar – >5 bar
This steam cleaner has a steam pressure of 5 bar, which is higher than that of 87.5% of steam cleaners and matches that of 6.8% of steam cleaners.
Steam temperature
100 °C
Steam temperature
100 °C
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Market range: <95 °C – >160 °C
This steam cleaner has a steam temperature of 100 °C, which is lower than that of 63.1% of steam cleaners and matches that of 30% of steam cleaners.
Steam flow rate
?
Heat-up time
480 seconds
Heat-up time
480 seconds
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Market range: <15 seconds – >540 seconds
This steam cleaner has a heat-up time of 480 seconds, which is longer than that of 79% of steam cleaners and matches that of 9.1% of steam cleaners.
Continuous steam time
55 minutes
Continuous steam time
55 minutes
★ Better than 91% of models
Market range: <11.5 minutes – >50 minutes
This steam cleaner has a continuous steam time of 55 minutes, which is longer than that of 90.9% of steam cleaners and matches that of 3% of steam cleaners.
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Cordless
no
Cordless
no
â–¼ Worse than 4% of models
This steam cleaner is corded only, unlike 4.2% of steam cleaners.
Action radius
8 m
Action radius
8 m
â–² Better than 76% of models
Market range: <5 m – >8.5 m
This steam cleaner has an action radius of 8 m, which is longer than that of 75.8% of steam cleaners and matches that of 8.3% of steam cleaners.
Stainless steel boiler
yes
Stainless steel boiler
yes
â–² Better than 78% of models
This steam cleaner has a stainless steel boiler, as do 21.8% of steam cleaners.
Power rating
1,500 W
Power rating
1,500 W
â–¼ Worse than 46% of models
Market range: <1.1k W – >2.1k W
This steam cleaner has a power rating of 1,500 W, which is higher than that of 30.1% of steam cleaners and matches that of 23.8% of steam cleaners.
Water tank capacity
?
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Suitable for allergy sufferers
no
Suitable for allergy sufferers
no
â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
This steam cleaner is not suitable for allergy sufferers, unlike 92.3% of steam cleaners.
Product type
canister steam cleaner
Convertible handheld design
no
Convertible handheld design
no
â–¼ Worse than 18% of models
This steam cleaner does not have a convertible handheld design, unlike 18.2% of steam cleaners.
Steam vacuum function
no
Steam vacuum function
no
â–¼ Worse than 13% of models
This steam cleaner does not have a steam vacuum function, unlike 12.6% of steam cleaners.
Floor nozzle type
Rectangular floor head
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Accessory count
14
Accessory count
14
â–² Better than 74% of models
Market range: <4 – >17
This steam cleaner includes 14 accessories, which is more than the number included with 73.9% of steam cleaners and the same as the number included with 4.9% of steam cleaners.
Mop pads included
1
Mop pads included
1
â–¼ Worse than 35% of models
Market range: <0 – >2
This steam cleaner includes 1 mop pad, which is more than the number included with 12.6% of steam cleaners and the same as the number included with 52.5% of steam cleaners.
Carpet glider included
yes
Carpet glider included
yes
â–² Better than 69% of models
This steam cleaner has a carpet glider, as do 30.8% of steam cleaners.
Extension tubes / wands
yes
Extension tubes / wands
yes
â–² Better than 44% of models
This steam cleaner has extension tubes or wands, as do 55.9% of steam cleaners.
Extension hose
yes
Extension hose
yes
â–² Better than 81% of models
This steam cleaner has an extension hose, as do 18.9% of steam cleaners.
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Wheels
yes
Wheels
yes
â–² Better than 45% of models
This steam cleaner has wheels, as do 55.2% of steam cleaners.
Volume
28.86 L
Volume
28.86 L
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Market range: <16.224 L – >84.378 L
This steam cleaner has an external volume of 28.86 L.
Weight
5 kg
Weight
5 kg
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Market range: <1.18 kg – >7 kg
This steam cleaner weighs 5 kg, which is heavier than 63.6% of steam cleaners and the same weight as 17.5% of steam cleaners.
Width
370 mm
Height
300 mm
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Child safety lock
no
Child safety lock
no
â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
This steam cleaner does not have a child safety lock, unlike 60.1% of steam cleaners.
Safety valve / safety cap
yes
Safety valve / safety cap
yes
â–² Better than 40% of models
This steam cleaner has a safety valve or safety cap, as do 60.1% of steam cleaners.
Auto shut-off
yes
Auto shut-off
yes
â–² Better than 87% of models
This steam cleaner has automatic shut-off, as do 12.6% of steam cleaners.
Trigger lock / continuous steam lock
yes
Trigger lock / continuous steam lock
yes
â–² Better than 74% of models
This steam cleaner has a trigger lock for continuous steam, as do 25.9% of steam cleaners.
Descaling system
no
Descaling system
no
â–¼ Worse than 26% of models
This steam cleaner does not have a descaling system, unlike 25.9% of steam cleaners.
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Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 vs the average steam cleaner

246810TotalPerformanceTankVersatilityAccessoriesDesignSafety
  • 35 minutes longer continuous steam time
    Continuous steam time
    55 minutes
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <11.5 minutes – >50 minutes
    This steam cleaner has a longer continuous steam time than the average steam cleaner (55 minutes vs 20 minutes).
    55 minutes vs 20 minutes
  • 1 bar higher steam pressure
    Steam pressure
    5 bar
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <3 bar – >5 bar
    This steam cleaner has a higher steam pressure than the average steam cleaner (5 bar vs 4 bar).
    5 bar vs 4 bar
  • Includes an extension hose
    Extension hose
    yes
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    This steam cleaner has an extension hose, while the average steam cleaner does not have an extension hose.
  • Includes automatic shut-off
    Auto shut-off
    yes
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This steam cleaner has automatic shut-off, while the average steam cleaner does not have automatic shut-off.
  • Includes a stainless-steel boiler
    Stainless steel boiler
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This steam cleaner has a stainless steel boiler, while the average steam cleaner does not have a stainless-steel boiler.
  • 5 more accessories
    Accessory count
    14
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <4 – >17
    This steam cleaner includes more accessories than the average steam cleaner (14 vs 9).
    14 vs 9
  • 600 ml larger boiler capacity
    Boiler capacity
    1,600 ml
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <200 ml – >1.8k ml
    This steam cleaner has a larger boiler capacity than the average steam cleaner (1600 ml vs 1000 ml).
    1,600 ml vs 1,000 ml
  • 1 m longer action radius
    Action radius
    8 m
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >8.5 m
    This steam cleaner has a longer action radius than the average steam cleaner (8 m vs 7 m).
    8 m vs 7 m
  • 10.9% higher user score
    User score
    8.9/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Steam Cleaners category.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how products in the Steam Cleaners category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146
    the average steam cleaner
    Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has a higher user score than the average steam cleaner (8.88 vs 8.004).
    8.88 vs 8
  • 6.7% better value for money
    Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 offers better value for money than the average steam cleaner (8.5 vs 8).
    8.5 vs 7.97
  • 26.7% more popular
    Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 is more popular than the average steam cleaner (9.51 vs 7.5).
    9.51 vs 7.51
  • 36.8% cheaper
    Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 is cheaper than the average steam cleaner (£95 vs £130).
    £95 vs £130
  • 35 minutes longer continuous steam time
    Continuous steam time
    55 minutes
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <11.5 minutes – >50 minutes
    This steam cleaner has a longer continuous steam time than the average steam cleaner (55 minutes vs 20 minutes).
    55 minutes vs 20 minutes
  • 1 bar higher steam pressure
    Steam pressure
    5 bar
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <3 bar – >5 bar
    This steam cleaner has a higher steam pressure than the average steam cleaner (5 bar vs 4 bar).
    5 bar vs 4 bar
  • Includes a stainless-steel boiler
    Stainless steel boiler
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This steam cleaner has a stainless steel boiler, while the average steam cleaner does not have a stainless-steel boiler.
  • 600 ml larger boiler capacity
    Boiler capacity
    1,600 ml
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <200 ml – >1.8k ml
    This steam cleaner has a larger boiler capacity than the average steam cleaner (1600 ml vs 1000 ml).
    1,600 ml vs 1,000 ml
  • 1 m longer action radius
    Action radius
    8 m
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >8.5 m
    This steam cleaner has a longer action radius than the average steam cleaner (8 m vs 7 m).
    8 m vs 7 m
  • 1 m longer power cord
    Power cord length
    6 m
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <4 m – >7.5 m
    This steam cleaner has a longer power cord than the average steam cleaner (6 m vs 5 m).
    6 m vs 5 m
  • Includes an extension hose
    Extension hose
    yes
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    This steam cleaner has an extension hose, while the average steam cleaner does not have an extension hose.
  • 5 more accessories
    Accessory count
    14
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <4 – >17
    This steam cleaner includes more accessories than the average steam cleaner (14 vs 9).
    14 vs 9
  • Includes a carpet glider
    Carpet glider included
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This steam cleaner has a carpet glider, while the average steam cleaner does not have a carpet glider.
  • Includes a window squeegee
    Window squeegee
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This steam cleaner has a window squeegee, while the average steam cleaner does not have a window squeegee.
  • Includes automatic shut-off
    Auto shut-off
    yes
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This steam cleaner has automatic shut-off, while the average steam cleaner does not have automatic shut-off.
  • Includes a continuous-steam trigger lock
    Trigger lock / continuous steam lock
    yes
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    This steam cleaner has a trigger lock for continuous steam, while the average steam cleaner does not have a trigger lock for continuous steam.
  • No continuous refill system
    Continuous refill system
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have a continuous refill system, while the average steam cleaner has a continuous refill system.
  • 35 °C lower steam temperature
    Steam temperature
    100 °C
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <95 °C – >160 °C
    This steam cleaner has a lower steam temperature than the average steam cleaner (100 °C vs 135 °C).
    100 °C vs 135 °C
  • 330 seconds longer heat-up time
    Heat-up time
    480 seconds
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <15 seconds – >540 seconds
    This steam cleaner has a longer heat-up time than the average steam cleaner (480 seconds vs 150 seconds).
    480 seconds vs 150 seconds
  • No water-level indicator
    Water level indicator
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have a water-level indicator, while the average steam cleaner has a water-level indicator.
  • Not suitable for allergy sufferers
    Suitable for allergy sufferers
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    This steam cleaner is not suitable for allergy sufferers, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
  • 1 m shorter hose
    Hose length
    1 m
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <1 m – >2.5 m
    This steam cleaner has a shorter hose than the average steam cleaner (1 m vs 2 m).
    1 m vs 2 m
  • No child safety lock
    Child safety lock
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have a child safety lock, while the average steam cleaner has a child safety lock.
  • No swivel / flexible floor head
    Swivel / flexible floor head
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have a swivel or flexible floor head, while the average steam cleaner has a swivel or flexible floor head.
  • 35 °C lower steam temperature
    Steam temperature
    100 °C
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <95 °C – >160 °C
    This steam cleaner has a lower steam temperature than the average steam cleaner (100 °C vs 135 °C).
    100 °C vs 135 °C
  • 330 seconds longer heat-up time
    Heat-up time
    480 seconds
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <15 seconds – >540 seconds
    This steam cleaner has a longer heat-up time than the average steam cleaner (480 seconds vs 150 seconds).
    480 seconds vs 150 seconds
  • No continuous refill system
    Continuous refill system
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have a continuous refill system, while the average steam cleaner has a continuous refill system.
  • No water-level indicator
    Water level indicator
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have a water-level indicator, while the average steam cleaner has a water-level indicator.
  • 1 m shorter hose
    Hose length
    1 m
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <1 m – >2.5 m
    This steam cleaner has a shorter hose than the average steam cleaner (1 m vs 2 m).
    1 m vs 2 m
  • Not suitable for allergy sufferers
    Suitable for allergy sufferers
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    This steam cleaner is not suitable for allergy sufferers, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
  • No swivel / flexible floor head
    Swivel / flexible floor head
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have a swivel or flexible floor head, while the average steam cleaner has a swivel or flexible floor head.
  • 2.5 cm narrower cleaning width
    Cleaning width
    28 cm
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <27 cm – >37.8 cm
    This steam cleaner has a narrower cleaning width than the average steam cleaner (28 cm vs 30.5 cm).
    28 cm vs 30.5 cm
  • 27.9% heavier
    Weight
    5 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <1.18 kg – >7 kg
    40% heavier: this steam cleaner is heavier than the average steam cleaner (5 kg vs 3.91 kg).
    5 kg vs 3.91 kg
  • 2 years older
    Release date
    2017
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This steam cleaner was released earlier than the average steam cleaner.
    2,017 vs 2,018
  • No child safety lock
    Child safety lock
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have a child safety lock, while the average steam cleaner has a child safety lock.

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Based on 4,339 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146

  • Powerful steam cleaning with consistent 5-bar pressure
  • Generous selection of versatile cleaning accessories included
  • Onboard storage compartment keeps attachments organized
  • Long power cable provides excellent room-to-room reach
  • Good overall value for money compared to premium brands
  • Adjustable steam flow control settings
  • Eliminates the need for chemical detergents

What we don't like about Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146

  • Takes a relatively long time to heat up and build pressure
  • Constructed with cheap-feeling plastic materials
  • Operates with a very loud noise level
  • Water tank design makes it difficult to completely empty
  • Short steam hose limits reach when cleaning high places
  • Squeegee attachment tends to leave streaks or smears
  • Difficult to source replacement spare parts

Verdict

The Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 is a canister steam cleaner equipped with a 1500-watt motor, 5 bar of steam pressure, and a 1.6-litre water tank that heats up in 7 minutes to deliver up to 60 minutes of continuous runtime. Key advantages include its eco-friendly chemical-free sanitisation, adjustable steam flow for delicate surfaces like parquet, integrated accessory storage compartment, and a long 6-metre power cable for broad structural reach. However, noted drawbacks include a heavy total weight of 5.39 kg when full and the lack of an easy mechanism to drain or empty leftover water from the tank.

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