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Avg. price:~£160Heat-up time:20 secondsPower rating:1600 WWeight:2 kg

Black+Decker BHSM1610DSM-GB 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.

7.3

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 53% of models
Score components

80%

7.3

Technical Score

20%

7.6

User score

â–²Better than 53% of steam-cleaners
7.3

Technical Score

Technical score
7.3/ 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 55% of models
Score components

28%

6.0

Performance

24%

6.6

Tank

21%

9.2

Versatility

10%

9.3

Accessories

9%

7.5

Design

8%

5.6

Safety

â–²Better than 55% of steam-cleaners
7.6

User score

User score
7.6/ 10
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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
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components

70%

8.1

User ratings

30%

6.5

Number of reviews

Based on 232 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 75% of steam-cleaners
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Verdict

The Black+Decker BHSM1610DSM-GB is a 1600W corded 2-in-1 steam mop featuring a 500ml water tank capacity, an 8-metre power cable, a 120°C steam temperature output, and a fast 20-second heat-up time that delivers up to 20 minutes of runtime. Key characteristics and advantages include AutoSelect technology to automatically adjust steam for different floor types, an innovative pivoting Delta floor head for tight corners, chemical-free sanitisation that kills 99.9% of bacteria, a detachable handheld unit, and a comprehensive 15-piece accessory kit including the SteaMitt glove. Notable disadvantages are that the 2.9 kg unit is not self-standing, lacks a water level indicator, has no integrated tank illumination, and lacks an easy cable release mechanism.

Technical Specifications of steam cleaner Black+Decker BHSM1610DSM-GB

Technical Score
Technical score
7.3/ 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 55% of models
Score components:

28%

6.0

Performance

24%

6.6

Tank

21%

9.2

Versatility

10%

9.3

Accessories

9%

7.5

Design

8%

5.6

Safety

7.3
Black+Decker BHSM1610DSM-GB has a technical score of 7.3 points, which is higher than 54.6% of products in this category.
User score
User score
7.6/ 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
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components

70%

8.1

User ratings

30%

6.5

Number of reviews

Based on 232 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.
7.6
Black+Decker BHSM1610DSM-GB has a user score of 7.62 points, which is lower than 74.8% of products in this category.
Popularity
Popularity
6.5/ 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–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Popularity:
Black+Decker BHSM1610DSM-GB has a popularity score of 6.5 points, which is lower than 66.4% of products in this category.
6.5
Black+Decker BHSM1610DSM-GB has a popularity score of 6.5 points, which is lower than 66.4% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
8.0/ 10
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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
â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
Score components:

60%

7.3

Overall score

40%

9.7

Price

8.0
Black+Decker BHSM1610DSM-GB has a value-for-money score of 8 points, which is higher than 49% of products in this category.
Steam pressure
N/A
Steam temperature
120 °C
Steam temperature
120 °C
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
Market range: <95 °C – >160 °C
This steam cleaner has a steam temperature of 120 °C, which is lower than that of 53.1% of steam cleaners and matches that of 6.2% of steam cleaners.
Steam flow rate
25 g/min
Steam flow rate
25 g/min
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Market range: <24 g/min – >110 g/min
This steam cleaner has a steam flow rate of 25 g/min, which is lower than that of 82.9% of steam cleaners and matches that of 5.7% of steam cleaners.
Heat-up time
20 seconds
Heat-up time
20 seconds
â–² Better than 83% of models
Market range: <15 seconds – >540 seconds
This steam cleaner has a heat-up time of 20 seconds, which is shorter than that of 83.2% of steam cleaners and matches that of 6.3% of steam cleaners.
Continuous steam time
20 minutes
Continuous steam time
20 minutes
â–¼ Worse than 47% of models
Market range: <11.5 minutes – >50 minutes
This steam cleaner has a continuous steam time of 20 minutes, which is longer than that of 45.5% of steam cleaners and matches that of 7.6% 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
no
Stainless steel boiler
no
â–¼ Worse than 23% of models
This steam cleaner does not have a stainless steel boiler, unlike 22.5% of steam cleaners.
Power rating
1,600 W
Power rating
1,600 W
â–² Better than 58% of models
Market range: <1.1k W – >2.1k W
This steam cleaner has a power rating of 1,600 W, which is higher than that of 58% of steam cleaners and matches that of 11.9% of steam cleaners.
Water tank capacity
500 ml
Water tank capacity
500 ml
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Market range: <300 ml – >1.9k ml
This steam cleaner has a water tank capacity of 500 ml, which is smaller than that of 61.7% of steam cleaners and matches that of 6.7% of steam cleaners.
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Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
â–² Better than 8% of models
This steam cleaner is suitable for allergy sufferers, as are 91.6% of steam cleaners.
Product type
2-in-1 steam mop and handheld cleaner
Convertible handheld design
yes
Convertible handheld design
yes
â–² Better than 83% of models
This steam cleaner has a convertible handheld design, as do 17.5% 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
Triangular head
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Accessory count
15
Accessory count
15
â–² Better than 80% of models
Market range: <4 – >17
This steam cleaner includes 15 accessories, which is more than the number included with 79.6% of steam cleaners and the same as the number included with 4.2% 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
no
Extension tubes / wands
no
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
This steam cleaner does not have extension tubes or wands, unlike 56.6% 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
no
Wheels
no
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
This steam cleaner does not have wheels, unlike 55.9% of steam cleaners.
Volume
?
Weight
2 kg
Weight
2 kg
â–² Better than 66% of models
Market range: <1.18 kg – >7 kg
This steam cleaner weighs 2 kg, which is lighter than 66.4% of steam cleaners and the same weight as 21% of steam cleaners.
Width
300 mm
Height
1,180 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
no
Safety valve / safety cap
no
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
This steam cleaner does not have a safety valve or safety cap, unlike 60.8% of steam cleaners.
Auto shut-off
no
Auto shut-off
no
â–¼ Worse than 13% of models
This steam cleaner does not have automatic shut-off, unlike 13.3% of steam cleaners.
Trigger lock / continuous steam lock
no
Trigger lock / continuous steam lock
no
â–¼ Worse than 27% of models
This steam cleaner does not have a trigger lock for continuous steam, unlike 26.6% of steam cleaners.
Descaling system
yes
Descaling system
yes
â–² Better than 75% of models
This steam cleaner has a descaling system, as do 25.2% of steam cleaners.
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Black+Decker BHSM1610DSM-GB vs the average steam cleaner

246810TotalPerformanceTankVersatilityAccessoriesDesignSafety
  • 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.
  • Detachable water tank
    Detachable water tank
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This steam cleaner has a detachable water tank, while the average steam cleaner does not have a detachable water tank.
  • 6 more accessories
    Accessory count
    15
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <4 – >17
    This steam cleaner includes more accessories than the average steam cleaner (15 vs 9).
    15 vs 9
  • 130 seconds shorter heat-up time
    Heat-up time
    20 seconds
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <15 seconds – >540 seconds
    This steam cleaner has a shorter heat-up time than the average steam cleaner (20 seconds vs 150 seconds).
    20 seconds vs 150 seconds
  • 3 m longer power cord
    Power cord length
    8 m
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <4 m – >7.5 m
    This steam cleaner has a longer power cord than the average steam cleaner (8 m vs 5 m).
    8 m vs 5 m
  • Convertible handheld design
    Convertible handheld design
    yes
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    This steam cleaner has a convertible handheld design, while the average steam cleaner does not have a convertible handheld design.
  • Includes a descaling system
    Descaling system
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This steam cleaner has a descaling system, while the average steam cleaner does not have a descaling system.
  • 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
  • 0.8% better value for money
    Black+Decker BHSM1610DSM-GB offers better value for money than the average steam cleaner (8.04 vs 8).
    8.04 vs 7.97
  • 130 seconds shorter heat-up time
    Heat-up time
    20 seconds
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <15 seconds – >540 seconds
    This steam cleaner has a shorter heat-up time than the average steam cleaner (20 seconds vs 150 seconds).
    20 seconds vs 150 seconds
  • 1 more steam levels
    Steam levels
    3
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <2 – >5
    This steam cleaner offers more steam levels than the average steam cleaner (3 vs 2).
    3 vs 2
  • Detachable water tank
    Detachable water tank
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This steam cleaner has a detachable water tank, while the average steam cleaner does not have a detachable water tank.
  • 3 m longer power cord
    Power cord length
    8 m
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <4 m – >7.5 m
    This steam cleaner has a longer power cord than the average steam cleaner (8 m vs 5 m).
    8 m vs 5 m
  • 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
  • 100 W higher power rating
    Power rating
    1,600 W
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <1.1k W – >2.1k W
    This steam cleaner has a higher power rating than the average steam cleaner (1600 W vs 1500 W).
    1,600 W vs 1,500 W
  • Convertible handheld design
    Convertible handheld design
    yes
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    This steam cleaner has a convertible handheld design, while the average steam cleaner does not have a convertible handheld design.
  • 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.
  • 6 more accessories
    Accessory count
    15
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <4 – >17
    This steam cleaner includes more accessories than the average steam cleaner (15 vs 9).
    15 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.
  • 48.8% lighter
    Weight
    2 kg
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <1.18 kg – >7 kg
    40% lighter: this steam cleaner is lighter than the average steam cleaner (2 kg vs 3.91 kg).
    2 kg vs 3.91 kg
  • 2 years newer
    Release date
    2022
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This steam cleaner was released more recently than the average steam cleaner.
    2,022 vs 2,018
  • Includes a descaling system
    Descaling system
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This steam cleaner has a descaling system, while the average steam cleaner does not have a descaling system.
  • Cannot be parked upright
    Self-standing / parking position
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This steam cleaner cannot stand upright for parking, while the average steam cleaner can stand upright for parking.
  • 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.
  • No safety valve / cap
    Safety valve / safety cap
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have a safety valve or safety cap, while the average steam cleaner has a safety valve or safety cap.
  • 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.
  • 15 g/min lower steam flow rate
    Steam flow rate
    25 g/min
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <24 g/min – >110 g/min
    This steam cleaner has a lower steam flow rate than the average steam cleaner (25 g/min vs 40 g/min).
    25 g/min vs 40 g/min
  • No wheels
    Wheels
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have wheels, while the average steam cleaner has wheels.
  • 0.8 m shorter hose
    Hose length
    1.2 m
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <1 m – >2.5 m
    This steam cleaner has a shorter hose than the average steam cleaner (1.2 m vs 2 m).
    1.2 m vs 2 m
  • 300 ml smaller water tank capacity
    Water tank capacity
    500 ml
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <300 ml – >1.9k ml
    This steam cleaner has a smaller water tank capacity than the average steam cleaner (500 ml vs 800 ml).
    500 ml vs 800 ml
  • 5.1% lower user score
    User score
    7.6/ 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
    Black+Decker BHSM1610DSM-GB
    the average steam cleaner
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Black+Decker BHSM1610DSM-GB has a lower user score than the average steam cleaner (7.62 vs 8.004).
    7.62 vs 8
  • 14.8% less popular
    Black+Decker BHSM1610DSM-GB is less popular than the average steam cleaner (6.55 vs 7.5).
    6.55 vs 7.51
  • 23.1% more expensive
    Black+Decker BHSM1610DSM-GB is more expensive than the average steam cleaner (£160 vs £130).
    £160 vs £130
  • 15 g/min lower steam flow rate
    Steam flow rate
    25 g/min
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <24 g/min – >110 g/min
    This steam cleaner has a lower steam flow rate than the average steam cleaner (25 g/min vs 40 g/min).
    25 g/min vs 40 g/min
  • 15 °C lower steam temperature
    Steam temperature
    120 °C
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    Market range: <95 °C – >160 °C
    This steam cleaner has a lower steam temperature than the average steam cleaner (120 °C vs 135 °C).
    120 °C vs 135 °C
  • 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.
  • 0.8 m shorter hose
    Hose length
    1.2 m
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <1 m – >2.5 m
    This steam cleaner has a shorter hose than the average steam cleaner (1.2 m vs 2 m).
    1.2 m vs 2 m
  • 300 ml smaller water tank capacity
    Water tank capacity
    500 ml
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <300 ml – >1.9k ml
    This steam cleaner has a smaller water tank capacity than the average steam cleaner (500 ml vs 800 ml).
    500 ml vs 800 ml
  • No extension tubes / wands
    Extension tubes / wands
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have extension tubes or wands, while the average steam cleaner has extension tubes or wands.
  • Cannot be parked upright
    Self-standing / parking position
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This steam cleaner cannot stand upright for parking, while the average steam cleaner can stand upright for parking.
  • No wheels
    Wheels
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have wheels, while the average steam cleaner has wheels.
  • No safety valve / cap
    Safety valve / safety cap
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have a safety valve or safety cap, while the average steam cleaner has a safety valve or safety cap.
  • 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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Third-party reviews

Based on 232 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about Black+Decker BHSM1610DSM-GB?

  • Heats up quickly, typically ready to use in less than 20 seconds.
  • Eco-friendly cleaning that eliminates 99.9% of germs without using harsh chemicals.
  • Highly versatile with a wide array of 15 functional attachments, including the delta floor head and SteaMitt glove.
  • AutoSelect technology efficiently self-regulates steam volume based on selected floor types.
  • Includes washable, reusable Easy Glide microfiber pads that handle up to 100 washes.
  • Lightweight, portable design makes it easy to maneuver and swap attachments.

What customers dislike about Black+Decker BHSM1610DSM-GB?

  • Can leave hazy streaks or wet patches on certain delicate or lacquered wood floors.
  • Requires using an extension cord due to a relatively short power cord length.
  • The water reservoir lacks a visible fill-level line, and its awkward opening can make refills prone to spills.
  • Requires regular swapping and washing of microfiber pads during heavy or extended cleaning sessions.
  • The base can feel slightly unstable or flip over during fast, backward pulling motions.

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