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Karcher SC 3 EasyFix Plus Review | 61 Data compared

Avg. price:~£180Heat-up time:30 secondsPower rating:1900 WWeight:3 kg

Karcher SC 3 EasyFix Plus 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.

7.7

Overall score

Score
7.7/ 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
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Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 66% of models
Score components

80%

7.7

Technical Score

20%

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User score

â–²Better than 66% of steam-cleaners
7.7

Technical Score

Technical score
7.7/ 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 72% of models
Score components

28%

6.9

Performance

24%

6.7

Tank

21%

9.0

Versatility

10%

7.8

Accessories

9%

9.5

Design

8%

8.2

Safety

â–²Better than 72% of steam-cleaners
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User score

User score
8.0/ 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 64% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Verdict

The Kärcher SC 3 EasyFix Plus is a powerful canister-style steam cleaner operating at 1900W with a maximum steam pressure of 3.5 bar and a 1-litre water tank capacity. Main characteristics and pros include an exceptionally rapid heat-up time of 30 to 40 seconds, a continuously refillable tank for uninterrupted use covering up to 75–80 square metres per filling, and an automatic descaling cartridge that allows the direct use of plain tap water while removing 99.99% of household bacteria. Furthermore, the Plus version features a flexible EasyFix floor nozzle utilizing lamella technology, two-step steam flow control on the handle, and an expanded array of accessories like a power nozzle, window tool, and carpet glider. However, notable cons include a relatively short 4-metre power cord that limits mobility, a permanently integrated tank that cannot be removed for direct filling at the sink, and occasional difficulty controlling or maneuvering the floor head in very tight corners or edges.

Technical Specifications of steam cleaner Karcher SC 3 EasyFix Plus

Technical Score
Technical score
7.7/ 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 72% of models
Score components:

28%

6.9

Performance

24%

6.7

Tank

21%

9.0

Versatility

10%

7.8

Accessories

9%

9.5

Design

8%

8.2

Safety

7.7
Karcher SC 3 EasyFix Plus has a technical score of 7.7 points, which is higher than 72% of products in this category.
User score
User score
8.0/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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 99% of models
Popularity:
Karcher SC 3 EasyFix Plus has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 86.7% of products in this category.
1.0
Karcher SC 3 EasyFix Plus has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 86.7% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
8.3/ 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–² Better than 70% of models
Score components:

60%

7.7

Overall score

40%

9.6

Price

8.3
Karcher SC 3 EasyFix Plus has a value-for-money score of 8.3 points, which is higher than 69.9% of products in this category.
Steam pressure
3.5 bar
Steam pressure
3.5 bar
â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
Market range: <3 bar – >5 bar
This steam cleaner has a steam pressure of 3.5 bar, which is lower than that of 51.1% of steam cleaners and matches that of 15.9% of steam cleaners.
Steam temperature
140 °C
Steam temperature
140 °C
â–² Better than 73% of models
Market range: <95 °C – >160 °C
This steam cleaner has a steam temperature of 140 °C, which is higher than that of 73.1% of steam cleaners and matches that of 14.6% of steam cleaners.
Steam flow rate
40 g/min
Steam flow rate
40 g/min
â–¼ Worse than 49% of models
Market range: <24 g/min – >110 g/min
This steam cleaner has a steam flow rate of 40 g/min, which is higher than that of 40% of steam cleaners and matches that of 11.4% of steam cleaners.
Heat-up time
30 seconds
Heat-up time
30 seconds
â–² Better than 59% of models
Market range: <15 seconds – >540 seconds
This steam cleaner has a heat-up time of 30 seconds, which is shorter than that of 58.7% of steam cleaners and matches that of 22.4% of steam cleaners.
Continuous steam time
?
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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
4 m
Action radius
4 m
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Market range: <5 m – >8.5 m
This steam cleaner has an action radius of 4 m, which is shorter than that of 95.8% of steam cleaners and matches that of 1.7% 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
1900 W
Power rating
1900 W
â–² Better than 74% of models
Market range: <1.1k W – >2.1k W
This steam cleaner has a power rating of 1900 W, which is higher than that of 74.1% of steam cleaners and matches that of 4.2% of steam cleaners.
Water tank capacity
1,000 ml
Water tank capacity
1,000 ml
â–² Better than 54% of models
Market range: <300 ml – >1.9k ml
This steam cleaner has a water tank capacity of 1,000 ml, which is larger than that of 54.2% of steam cleaners and matches that of 7.5% 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
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
11
Accessory count
11
â–² Better than 61% of models
Market range: <4 – >17
This steam cleaner includes 11 accessories, which is more than the number included with 61.3% of steam cleaners and the same as the number included with 5.6% of steam cleaners.
Mop pads included
2
Mop pads included
2
â–² Better than 66% of models
Market range: <0 – >2
This steam cleaner includes 2 mop pads, which is more than the number included with 65.7% of steam cleaners and the same as the number included with 25.9% 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
no
Extension hose
no
â–¼ Worse than 20% of models
This steam cleaner does not have an extension hose, unlike 19.6% 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
21.495 L
Volume
21.495 L
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Market range: <16.224 L – >84.378 L
This steam cleaner has an external volume of 21.495 L.
Weight
3 kg
Weight
3 kg
â–² Better than 52% of models
Market range: <1.18 kg – >7 kg
This steam cleaner weighs 3 kg, which is lighter than 51.8% of steam cleaners and the same weight as 10.5% of steam cleaners.
Width
236 mm
Height
253 mm
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Child safety lock
yes
Child safety lock
yes
â–² Better than 41% of models
This steam cleaner has a child safety lock, as do 59.4% 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
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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Karcher SC 3 EasyFix Plus vs the average steam cleaner

246810TotalPerformanceTankVersatilityAccessoriesDesignSafety
  • 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.
  • 5 °C higher steam temperature
    Steam temperature
    140 °C
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <95 °C – >160 °C
    This steam cleaner has a higher steam temperature than the average steam cleaner (140 °C vs 135 °C).
    140 °C vs 135 °C
  • 400 W higher power rating
    Power rating
    1900 W
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <1.1k W – >2.1k W
    This steam cleaner has a higher power rating than the average steam cleaner (1900 W vs 1500 W).
    1,900 W vs 1,500 W
  • Includes a descaling reminder
    Descaling reminder
    yes
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This steam cleaner has a descaling reminder, while the average steam cleaner does not have a descaling reminder.
  • 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.
  • 1 more mop pads
    Mop pads included
    2
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <0 – >2
    This steam cleaner includes more mop pads than the average steam cleaner (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • 2 years newer
    Release date
    2023
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This steam cleaner was released more recently than the average steam cleaner.
    2,023 vs 2,018
  • 120 seconds shorter heat-up time
    Heat-up time
    30 seconds
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <15 seconds – >540 seconds
    This steam cleaner has a shorter heat-up time than the average steam cleaner (30 seconds vs 150 seconds).
    30 seconds vs 150 seconds
  • 4% better value for money
    Karcher SC 3 EasyFix Plus offers better value for money than the average steam cleaner (8.29 vs 8).
    8.29 vs 7.97
  • 5 °C higher steam temperature
    Steam temperature
    140 °C
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <95 °C – >160 °C
    This steam cleaner has a higher steam temperature than the average steam cleaner (140 °C vs 135 °C).
    140 °C vs 135 °C
  • 120 seconds shorter heat-up time
    Heat-up time
    30 seconds
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <15 seconds – >540 seconds
    This steam cleaner has a shorter heat-up time than the average steam cleaner (30 seconds vs 150 seconds).
    30 seconds vs 150 seconds
  • 400 W higher power rating
    Power rating
    1900 W
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <1.1k W – >2.1k W
    This steam cleaner has a higher power rating than the average steam cleaner (1900 W vs 1500 W).
    1,900 W vs 1,500 W
  • 0.2 m longer hose
    Hose length
    2.2 m
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <1 m – >2.5 m
    This steam cleaner has a longer hose than the average steam cleaner (2.2 m vs 2 m).
    2.2 m vs 2 m
  • 200 ml larger water tank capacity
    Water tank capacity
    1,000 ml
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    Market range: <300 ml – >1.9k ml
    This steam cleaner has a larger water tank capacity than the average steam cleaner (1000 ml vs 800 ml).
    1,000 ml vs 800 ml
  • 0.9 cm wider cleaning width
    Cleaning width
    31.4 cm
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    Market range: <27 cm – >37.8 cm
    This steam cleaner has a wider cleaning width than the average steam cleaner (31.4 cm vs 30.5 cm).
    31.4 cm vs 30.5 cm
  • 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.
  • 1 more mop pads
    Mop pads included
    2
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <0 – >2
    This steam cleaner includes more mop pads than the average steam cleaner (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • 2 more accessories
    Accessory count
    11
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    Market range: <4 – >17
    This steam cleaner includes more accessories than the average steam cleaner (11 vs 9).
    11 vs 9
  • 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.
  • 2 years newer
    Release date
    2023
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This steam cleaner was released more recently than the average steam cleaner.
    2,023 vs 2,018
  • 23.3% lighter
    Weight
    3 kg
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    Market range: <1.18 kg – >7 kg
    40% lighter: this steam cleaner is lighter than the average steam cleaner (3 kg vs 3.91 kg).
    3 kg vs 3.91 kg
  • 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.
  • Includes a descaling reminder
    Descaling reminder
    yes
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This steam cleaner has a descaling reminder, while the average steam cleaner does not have a descaling reminder.
  • 0.5 bar lower steam pressure
    Steam pressure
    3.5 bar
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <3 bar – >5 bar
    This steam cleaner has a lower steam pressure than the average steam cleaner (3.5 bar vs 4 bar).
    3.5 bar vs 4 bar
  • 3 m shorter action radius
    Action radius
    4 m
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >8.5 m
    This steam cleaner has a shorter action radius than the average steam cleaner (4 m vs 7 m).
    4 m vs 7 m
  • No scraper / grout tool
    Scraper / grout tool
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have a scraper or grout tool, while the average steam cleaner has a scraper or grout tool.
  • 1 m shorter power cord
    Power cord length
    4 m
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <4 m – >7.5 m
    This steam cleaner has a shorter power cord than the average steam cleaner (4 m vs 5 m).
    4 m vs 5 m
  • 7.51x less popular
    Karcher SC 3 EasyFix Plus is less popular than the average steam cleaner (1 vs 7.5).
    1 vs 7.51
  • 38.5% more expensive
    Karcher SC 3 EasyFix Plus is more expensive than the average steam cleaner (£180 vs £130).
    £180 vs £130
  • 0% lower user score
    User score
    8.0/ 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
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Karcher SC 3 EasyFix Plus
    the average steam cleaner
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    Karcher SC 3 EasyFix Plus has a lower user score than the average steam cleaner (8.00 vs 8.004).
    8 vs 8
  • 7.51x less popular
    Karcher SC 3 EasyFix Plus is less popular than the average steam cleaner (1 vs 7.5).
    1 vs 7.51
  • 38.5% more expensive
    Karcher SC 3 EasyFix Plus is more expensive than the average steam cleaner (£180 vs £130).
    £180 vs £130
  • 0% lower user score
    User score
    8.0/ 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
    Karcher SC 3 EasyFix Plus
    the average steam cleaner
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    Karcher SC 3 EasyFix Plus has a lower user score than the average steam cleaner (8.00 vs 8.004).
    8 vs 8
  • 0.5 bar lower steam pressure
    Steam pressure
    3.5 bar
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <3 bar – >5 bar
    This steam cleaner has a lower steam pressure than the average steam cleaner (3.5 bar vs 4 bar).
    3.5 bar vs 4 bar
  • 3 m shorter action radius
    Action radius
    4 m
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >8.5 m
    This steam cleaner has a shorter action radius than the average steam cleaner (4 m vs 7 m).
    4 m vs 7 m
  • 1 m shorter power cord
    Power cord length
    4 m
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <4 m – >7.5 m
    This steam cleaner has a shorter power cord than the average steam cleaner (4 m vs 5 m).
    4 m vs 5 m
  • No scraper / grout tool
    Scraper / grout tool
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have a scraper or grout tool, while the average steam cleaner has a scraper or grout tool.

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Karcher SC 3 EasyFix Plus?

  • Heats up very quickly, becoming ready to use in about 30 to 40 seconds.
  • Features a continuously refillable water tank that eliminates downtime during cleaning sessions.
  • Provides strong and consistent steam pressure that effectively removes grime, grease, and limescale.
  • Includes an integrated automatic descaling cartridge to easily protect the unit from hard water buildup.
  • The EasyFix hook-and-loop system allows for swift, contactless microfiber cloth changes.
  • Cleans surfaces hygienically using only water, making it safe for homes with pets and children.
  • Comes with an expanded accessory kit for versatile target cleaning across floors, cooktops, and carpets.

What customers dislike about Karcher SC 3 EasyFix Plus?

  • Tends to sputter or dispense a fair amount of liquid water before full steam production begins.
  • The steam hose and handle can become uncomfortable or excessively hot to hold during extended use.
  • Lacks an integrated, dedicated storage system or retraction mechanism for the electrical cord and hose.
  • Requires ongoing operational costs due to the need to periodically replace the descaling filter.
  • Can leave hard floors overly wet, requiring manual towel drying or resulting in long drying times.
  • The integrated water reservoir is non-removable, making it slightly awkward to fill and empty.
  • Only freshens up rugs and carpets rather than providing deep stain extraction on soft fabrics.

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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consumer.org.nz
08/12/2021
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