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Karcher SC 4 EasyFix Compact Review | 61 Data compared

Avg. price:~£140Heat-up time:240 secondsPower rating:2000 WWeight:4 kg

Karcher SC 4 EasyFix Compact 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 64% of models
Score components

80%

7.7

Technical Score

20%

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User score

â–²Better than 64% 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 69% of models
Score components

28%

7.6

Performance

24%

7.0

Tank

21%

9.0

Versatility

10%

6.2

Accessories

9%

9.0

Design

8%

6.9

Safety

â–²Better than 69% 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 4 EasyFix Compact is a cylinder steam cleaner powered by a 2000W heating element that delivers a maximum steam pressure of 3.5 bar and has a quick 4-minute heat-up time. Its standout characteristic is a dual-tank system comprising a 0.5L internal boiler and a 0.8L removable, continuously refillable water tank, which enables an area performance of approximately 100 m² per filling. Key pros include chemical-free sanitisation that eliminates up to 99.99% of household bacteria, a two-stage steam flow regulation on the handle, integrated on-board accessory storage, and an ergonomic EasyFix floor nozzle featuring a contactless hook-and-loop cloth removal system. On the downside, the machine's body and handle rely heavily on lightweight plastic components that can feel fragile, the standard package includes a relatively limited selection of bundled accessories, and the continuous output can occasionally leave surfaces overly wet if not carefully managed.

Technical Specifications of steam cleaner Karcher SC 4 EasyFix Compact

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 69% of models
Score components:

28%

7.6

Performance

24%

7.0

Tank

21%

9.0

Versatility

10%

6.2

Accessories

9%

9.0

Design

8%

6.9

Safety

7.7
Karcher SC 4 EasyFix Compact has a technical score of 7.7 points, which is higher than 69.2% 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 4 EasyFix Compact has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 86.7% of products in this category.
1.0
Karcher SC 4 EasyFix Compact 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%

9.8

Price

8.3
Karcher SC 4 EasyFix Compact 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
?
Heat-up time
240 seconds
Heat-up time
240 seconds
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Market range: <15 seconds – >540 seconds
This steam cleaner has a heat-up time of 240 seconds, which is longer than that of 60.8% of steam cleaners and matches that of 2.1% 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
6.2 m
Action radius
6.2 m
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
Market range: <5 m – >8.5 m
This steam cleaner has an action radius of 6.2 m, which is shorter than that of 65% of steam cleaners and matches that of 5% 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
2000 W
Power rating
2000 W
â–² Better than 79% of models
Market range: <1.1k W – >2.1k W
This steam cleaner has a power rating of 2000 W, which is higher than that of 79% of steam cleaners and matches that of 8.4% of steam cleaners.
Water tank capacity
800 ml
Water tank capacity
800 ml
â–² Better than 48% of models
Market range: <300 ml – >1.9k ml
This steam cleaner has a water tank capacity of 800 ml, which is larger than that of 48.3% of steam cleaners and matches that of 3.3% 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
?
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
no
Carpet glider included
no
â–¼ Worse than 31% of models
This steam cleaner does not have a carpet glider, unlike 31.5% 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
?
Weight
4 kg
Weight
4 kg
â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
Market range: <1.18 kg – >7 kg
This steam cleaner weighs 4 kg, which is heavier than 50.4% of steam cleaners and the same weight as 9.8% of steam cleaners.
Width
251 mm
Height
?
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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
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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Karcher SC 4 EasyFix Compact vs the average steam cleaner

246810TotalPerformanceTankVersatilityAccessoriesDesignSafety
  • 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.
  • 500 W higher power rating
    Power rating
    2000 W
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <1.1k W – >2.1k W
    This steam cleaner has a higher power rating than the average steam cleaner (2000 W vs 1500 W).
    2,000 W vs 1,500 W
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 4.4% better value for money
    Karcher SC 4 EasyFix Compact offers better value for money than the average steam cleaner (8.32 vs 8).
    8.32 vs 7.97
  • 4.4% better value for money
    Karcher SC 4 EasyFix Compact offers better value for money than the average steam cleaner (8.32 vs 8).
    8.32 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
  • 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.
  • 500 W higher power rating
    Power rating
    2000 W
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <1.1k W – >2.1k W
    This steam cleaner has a higher power rating than the average steam cleaner (2000 W vs 1500 W).
    2,000 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • No upholstery / fabric tool
    Upholstery / fabric tool
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have an upholstery or fabric tool, while the average steam cleaner has an upholstery or fabric tool.
  • 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
  • 500 ml smaller boiler capacity
    Boiler capacity
    500 ml
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <200 ml – >1.8k ml
    This steam cleaner has a smaller boiler capacity than the average steam cleaner (500 ml vs 1000 ml).
    500 ml vs 1,000 ml
  • 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
  • 90 seconds longer heat-up time
    Heat-up time
    240 seconds
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <15 seconds – >540 seconds
    This steam cleaner has a longer heat-up time than the average steam cleaner (240 seconds vs 150 seconds).
    240 seconds vs 150 seconds
  • 0.8 m shorter action radius
    Action radius
    6.2 m
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >8.5 m
    This steam cleaner has a shorter action radius than the average steam cleaner (6.2 m vs 7 m).
    6.2 m vs 7 m
  • 7.51x less popular
    Karcher SC 4 EasyFix Compact is less popular than the average steam cleaner (1 vs 7.5).
    1 vs 7.51
  • 7.51x less popular
    Karcher SC 4 EasyFix Compact is less popular than the average steam cleaner (1 vs 7.5).
    1 vs 7.51
  • 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 4 EasyFix Compact
    the average steam cleaner
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    Karcher SC 4 EasyFix Compact has a lower user score than the average steam cleaner (8.00 vs 8.004).
    8 vs 8
  • 7.7% more expensive
    Karcher SC 4 EasyFix Compact is more expensive than the average steam cleaner (£140 vs £130).
    £140 vs £130
  • 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
  • 90 seconds longer heat-up time
    Heat-up time
    240 seconds
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <15 seconds – >540 seconds
    This steam cleaner has a longer heat-up time than the average steam cleaner (240 seconds vs 150 seconds).
    240 seconds vs 150 seconds
  • 500 ml smaller boiler capacity
    Boiler capacity
    500 ml
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <200 ml – >1.8k ml
    This steam cleaner has a smaller boiler capacity than the average steam cleaner (500 ml vs 1000 ml).
    500 ml vs 1,000 ml
  • 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
  • 0.8 m shorter action radius
    Action radius
    6.2 m
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >8.5 m
    This steam cleaner has a shorter action radius than the average steam cleaner (6.2 m vs 7 m).
    6.2 m vs 7 m
  • No upholstery / fabric tool
    Upholstery / fabric tool
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have an upholstery or fabric tool, while the average steam cleaner has an upholstery or fabric tool.
  • 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.
  • 2.3% heavier
    Weight
    4 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    Market range: <1.18 kg – >7 kg
    40% heavier: this steam cleaner is heavier than the average steam cleaner (4 kg vs 3.91 kg).
    4 kg vs 3.91 kg

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Karcher SC 4 EasyFix Compact?

  • Continuously refillable, removable water tank allows for non-stop, uninterrupted cleaning
  • Powerful 3.5-bar steam pressure efficiently cuts through tough grease, dirt, and limescale
  • Fast heat-up time; ready to use in just 4 minutes
  • Effective at sanitising and killing 99.99% of bacteria without the need for harsh chemicals
  • EasyFix floor tool system features a flexible joint for reaching under furniture and a convenient hook-and-loop cloth attachment

What customers dislike about Karcher SC 4 EasyFix Compact?

  • The powerful steam output can leave some surfaces, like tiles and grout, noticeably wet
  • Lacks adequate onboard storage to hold all of the various attachments, meaning accessories can easily be misplaced
  • Power cord and steam hose are not retractable, which can make storing the unit slightly cumbersome
  • Floor cloths may need frequent rinsing or replacing during large cleaning jobs as they can get saturated quickly

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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trustedreviews.com
31/01/2020
Summary of the review
Karcher SC 4 EasyFix Steam Cleaner Review - Trusted Reviews
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chicgeekdiary.com
14/01/2019
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