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Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 Review | 61 Data compared

Avg. price in UK: ~£95
Avg. price in US: ~$130
Steam pressure: 5 bar
Heat-up time: 480 seconds
Power rating: 1,500 W
Water tank capacity: ?
Weight: 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.

8.0

Excellent

7.8

Very good

9.0

Exceptional

4.5
Hard-floor cleaning
Score components:
30.0%
4.0
Rotating / motorized pads
25.0%
4.0
Swivel / flexible floor head
20.0%
4.1
Heat-up time
15.0%
6.1
Weight
10.0%
5.5
Power rating
8.0
Upholstery cleaning
Score components:
30.0%
10
Upholstery / fabric tool
25.0%
10
Extension hose
20.0%
4.1
Heat-up time
15.0%
6.1
Weight
10.0%
?
Accessory count
7.6
Grout cleaning
Score components:
30.0%
?
Jet nozzle
25.0%
?
Detail brushes included
20.0%
10
Extension hose
15.0%
4.1
Heat-up time
10.0%
6.1
Weight
7.6
Car-interior cleaning
Score components:
25.0%
10
Extension hose
20.0%
?
Jet nozzle
15.0%
?
Detail brushes included
15.0%
4.1
Heat-up time
15.0%
6.1
Weight
10.0%
?
Accessory count

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#9 in Best Cheap Steam Cleaners
#28 in Best Steam Cleaners for Mattresses
#33 in Best Steam Cleaners for Floors
#37 in Best Steam Cleaners
#37 in Best Steam Cleaners for Grout
#37 in Best Steam Cleaners for Sofas and Upholstery
#37 in Best Steam Cleaners for Tiles

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.

Technical Specifications of steam cleaner Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146

Overall score

8.0

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Performance

7.9

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Steam pressure

What it is: Measures the steam pressure of the steam cleaner.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by steam pressure.

Importance: HIGH

Steam temperature

What it is: Measures the steam temperature of the steam cleaner.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by steam temperature.

Importance: HIGH

Steam flow rate

What it is: Measures the steam flow rate of the steam cleaner.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by steam flow rate.

Importance: HIGH

?

Heat-up time

What it is: Measures the heat-up time of the steam cleaner.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by heat-up time.

Importance: MEDIUM

Continuous steam time

What it is: Measures the continuous steam time of the steam cleaner.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by continuous steam time.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Tank

6.4

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Cordless

What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has cordless.

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Importance: LOW

Action radius

What it is: Measures the action radius of the steam cleaner.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by action radius.

Importance: MEDIUM

Stainless steel boiler

What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has stainless steel boiler.

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Importance: LOW

Power rating

What it is: Measures the power rating of the steam cleaner.

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Importance: LOW

Water tank capacity

What it is: Measures the water tank capacity of the steam cleaner.

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Importance: HIGH

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Versatility

8.3

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Suitable for allergy sufferers

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Importance: MEDIUM

Product type

What it is: Describes the product type of the steam cleaner.

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Importance: LOW

canister steam cleaner

Convertible handheld design

What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has convertible handheld design.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by convertible handheld design.

Importance: LOW

Steam vacuum function

What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has steam vacuum function.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by steam vacuum function.

Importance: LOW

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Floor nozzle type

What it is: Describes the floor nozzle type of the steam cleaner.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by floor nozzle type.

Importance: LOW

Rectangular floor head

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Accessories

9.4

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Accessory count

What it is: Measures the accessory count of the steam cleaner.

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Importance: MEDIUM

?

Mop pads included

What it is: Measures the mop pads included of the steam cleaner.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by mop pads included.

Importance: LOW

?

Carpet glider included

What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has carpet glider included.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by carpet glider included.

Importance: LOW

?

Extension tubes / wands

What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has extension tubes / wands.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by extension tubes / wands.

Importance: LOW

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Extension hose

What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has extension hose.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by extension hose.

Importance: LOW

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Design

7.8

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Wheels

What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has wheels.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by wheels.

Importance: LOW

Volume

What it is: Measures the volume of the steam cleaner.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by volume.

Importance: LOW

Weight

What it is: Measures the weight of the steam cleaner.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by weight.

Importance: MEDIUM

Width

What it is: Measures the width of the steam cleaner.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by width.

Importance: LOW

Height

What it is: Measures the height of the steam cleaner.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by height.

Importance: LOW

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Safety

7.7

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Child safety lock

What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has child safety lock.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by child safety lock.

Importance: LOW

Safety valve / safety cap

What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has safety valve / safety cap.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by safety valve / safety cap.

Importance: LOW

Auto shut-off

What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has auto shut-off.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by auto shut-off.

Importance: LOW

Trigger lock / continuous steam lock

What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has trigger lock / continuous steam lock.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by trigger lock / continuous steam lock.

Importance: LOW

Descaling system

What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has descaling system.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by descaling system.

Importance: LOW

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Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 vs the average steam cleaner

Why is Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 better than the average steam cleaner?

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1.5 bar higher steam pressure
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has a higher steam pressure than the average steam cleaner (5 bar vs 3.5 bar).
What it is: Measures the steam pressure of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by steam pressure.
Importance: HIGH
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has a higher steam pressure than the average steam cleaner (5 bar vs 3.5 bar).5 bar vs 3.5 bar
35 minutes longer continuous steam time
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has a longer continuous steam time than the average steam cleaner (55 minutes vs 20 minutes).
What it is: Measures the continuous steam time of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by continuous steam time.
Importance: MEDIUM
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has a longer continuous steam time than the average steam cleaner (55 minutes vs 20 minutes).55 minutes vs 20 minutes
Includes an extension hose
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has an extension hose, while the average steam cleaner does not.
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has extension hose.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by extension hose.
Importance: LOW
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has an extension hose, while the average steam cleaner does not.
Includes automatic shut-off
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has automatic shut-off, while the average steam cleaner does not.
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has auto shut-off.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by auto shut-off.
Importance: LOW
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has automatic shut-off, while the average steam cleaner does not.
Includes a stainless-steel boiler
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has a stainless steel boiler, while the average steam cleaner does not.
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has stainless steel boiler.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by stainless steel boiler.
Importance: LOW
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has a stainless steel boiler, while the average steam cleaner does not.
600 ml larger boiler capacity
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has a larger boiler capacity than the average steam cleaner (1600 ml vs 1000 ml).
What it is: Measures the boiler capacity of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by boiler capacity.
Importance: MEDIUM
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has a larger boiler capacity than the average steam cleaner (1600 ml vs 1000 ml).1600 ml vs 1000 ml
Includes a continuous-steam trigger lock
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has a trigger lock for continuous steam, while the average steam cleaner does not.
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has trigger lock / continuous steam lock.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by trigger lock / continuous steam lock.
Importance: LOW
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has a trigger lock for continuous steam, while the average steam cleaner does not.
0.79 m longer action radius
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has a longer action radius than the average steam cleaner (8 m vs 7.21 m).
What it is: Measures the action radius of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by action radius.
Importance: MEDIUM
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has a longer action radius than the average steam cleaner (8 m vs 7.21 m).8 m vs 7.21 m
1.5 bar higher steam pressure
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has a higher steam pressure than the average steam cleaner (5 bar vs 3.5 bar).
35 minutes longer continuous steam time
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has a longer continuous steam time than the average steam cleaner (55 minutes vs 20 minutes).
Includes a stainless-steel boiler
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has a stainless steel boiler, while the average steam cleaner does not.
600 ml larger boiler capacity
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has a larger boiler capacity than the average steam cleaner (1600 ml vs 1000 ml).
0.79 m longer action radius
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has a longer action radius than the average steam cleaner (8 m vs 7.21 m).
1 m longer power cord
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has a longer power cord than the average steam cleaner (6 m vs 5 m).
Includes an extension hose
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has an extension hose, while the average steam cleaner does not.
60.5 mm shallower
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 is shallower than the average steam cleaner (260 mm vs 320.5 mm).
30 mm shorter
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 is shorter than the average steam cleaner (300 mm vs 330 mm).
Includes automatic shut-off
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has automatic shut-off, while the average steam cleaner does not.
Includes a continuous-steam trigger lock
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has a trigger lock for continuous steam, while the average steam cleaner does not.

Why is Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 worse than the average steam cleaner?

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360 seconds longer heat-up time
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has a longer heat-up time than the average steam cleaner (480 seconds vs 120 seconds).
20 °C lower steam temperature
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has a lower steam temperature than the average steam cleaner (100 °C vs 120 °C).
No continuous refill system
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 does not have a continuous refill system, while the average steam cleaner does.
No detachable water tank
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 does not have a detachable water tank, while the average steam cleaner does.
No water-level indicator
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 does not have a water-level indicator, while the average steam cleaner does.
1 m shorter hose
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has a shorter hose than the average steam cleaner (1 m vs 2 m).
Not suitable for allergy sufferers
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 is not suitable for allergy sufferers, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
3.4 mm narrower cleaning width
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has a narrower cleaning width than the average steam cleaner (28 mm vs 31.4 mm).
No swivel / flexible floor head
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 does not have a swivel or flexible floor head, while the average steam cleaner does.
1 kg heavier
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 weighs more than the average steam cleaner (5 kg vs 4 kg).
76 mm wider
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 is wider than the average steam cleaner (370 mm vs 294 mm).
1 older release date
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 was released earlier than the average steam cleaner.
No child safety lock
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 does not have a child safety lock, while the average steam cleaner does.
No continuous refill system
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 does not have a continuous refill system, while the average steam cleaner does.
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has continuous refill system.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by continuous refill system.
Importance: HIGH
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 does not have a continuous refill system, while the average steam cleaner does.
No detachable water tank
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 does not have a detachable water tank, while the average steam cleaner does.
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has detachable water tank.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by detachable water tank.
Importance: LOW
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 does not have a detachable water tank, while the average steam cleaner does.
360 seconds longer heat-up time
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has a longer heat-up time than the average steam cleaner (480 seconds vs 120 seconds).
What it is: Measures the heat-up time of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by heat-up time.
Importance: MEDIUM
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has a longer heat-up time than the average steam cleaner (480 seconds vs 120 seconds).480 seconds vs 120 seconds
No water-level indicator
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 does not have a water-level indicator, while the average steam cleaner does.
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has water level indicator.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by water level indicator.
Importance: LOW
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 does not have a water-level indicator, while the average steam cleaner does.
20 °C lower steam temperature
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has a lower steam temperature than the average steam cleaner (100 °C vs 120 °C).
What it is: Measures the steam temperature of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by steam temperature.
Importance: HIGH
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has a lower steam temperature than the average steam cleaner (100 °C vs 120 °C).100 °C vs 120 °C
Not suitable for allergy sufferers
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 is not suitable for allergy sufferers, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has suitable for allergy sufferers.
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Importance: MEDIUM
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 is not suitable for allergy sufferers, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
No child safety lock
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 does not have a child safety lock, while the average steam cleaner does.
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has child safety lock.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by child safety lock.
Importance: LOW
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 does not have a child safety lock, while the average steam cleaner does.
1 m shorter hose
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has a shorter hose than the average steam cleaner (1 m vs 2 m).
What it is: Measures the hose length of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by hose length.
Importance: MEDIUM
Ariete XVapor Deluxe 4146 has a shorter hose than the average steam cleaner (1 m vs 2 m).1 m vs 2 m

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(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers 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 customers dislike 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

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