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Polti Vaporetto Smart 30 S Review | 61 Data compared

Avg. price:~£80Heat-up time:480 secondsPower rating:1800 WWeight:5 kg

Polti Vaporetto Smart 30 S 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.

7.6

Overall score

Score
7.6/ 10
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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
▲ Better than 60% of models
Score components

80%

7.5

Technical Score

20%

8.0

User score

▲Better than 60% of steam-cleaners
7.5

Technical Score

Technical score
7.5/ 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
▲ Better than 60% of models
Score components

28%

6.7

Performance

24%

7.1

Tank

21%

8.6

Versatility

10%

7.6

Accessories

9%

7.9

Design

8%

8.0

Safety

▲Better than 60% of steam-cleaners
8.0

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.
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When you want to know how products in the Steam Cleaners category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 51% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

8.0

Number of reviews

Based on 1,018 buyer reviews from online shops.
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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 Polti Vaporetto Smart 30 S

Technical Score
Technical score
7.5/ 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
▲ Better than 60% of models
Score components:

28%

6.7

Performance

24%

7.1

Tank

21%

8.6

Versatility

10%

7.6

Accessories

9%

7.9

Design

8%

8.0

Safety

7.5
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 51% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

8.0

Number of reviews

Based on 1,018 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.
8.0
Popularity
Popularity
8.0/ 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
▲ Better than 59% of models
Popularity:
Polti Vaporetto Smart 30 S has a popularity score of 8 points, which is higher than 58.7% of products in this category.
8.0
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 70% of models
Score components:

60%

7.6

Overall score

40%

10

Price

8.3
Steam pressure
3 bar
Steam pressure
3 bar
▼ Worse than 77% of models
Market range: <3 bar – >5 bar
This steam cleaner has a steam pressure of 3 bar, which is lower than that of 77.3% of steam cleaners and matches that of 14.8% of steam cleaners.
Steam temperature
130 °C
Steam temperature
130 °C
▼ Worse than 51% of models
Market range: <95 °C – >160 °C
This steam cleaner has a steam temperature of 130 °C, which is lower than that of 50.8% of steam cleaners and matches that of 1.5% of steam cleaners.
Steam flow rate
85 g/min
Steam flow rate
85 g/min
▲ Better than 69% of models
Market range: <24 g/min – >110 g/min
This steam cleaner has a steam flow rate of 85 g/min, which is higher than that of 68.6% of steam cleaners and matches that of 2.9% of steam cleaners.
Heat-up time
480 seconds
Heat-up time
480 seconds
▼ 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
?
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Cordless
no
Cordless
no
▼ Worse than 4% of models
This steam cleaner is corded only, unlike 4.2% of steam cleaners.
Action radius
7.5 m
Action radius
7.5 m
▲ Better than 54% of models
Market range: <5 m – >8.5 m
This steam cleaner has an action radius of 7.5 m, which is longer than that of 54.2% of steam cleaners and matches that of 16.7% of steam cleaners.
Stainless steel boiler
yes
Stainless steel boiler
yes
▲ Better than 78% of models
This steam cleaner has a stainless steel boiler, as do 21.8% of steam cleaners.
Power rating
1,800 W
Power rating
1,800 W
▲ Better than 71% of models
Market range: <1.1k W – >2.1k W
This steam cleaner has a power rating of 1,800 W, which is higher than that of 70.6% of steam cleaners and matches that of 2.8% of steam cleaners.
Water tank capacity
1,600 ml
Water tank capacity
1,600 ml
▲ Better than 83% of models
Market range: <300 ml – >1.9k ml
This steam cleaner has a water tank capacity of 1,600 ml, which is larger than that of 82.5% of steam cleaners and matches that of 5.8% of steam cleaners.
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Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
▲ 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
▼ 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
▼ 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
12
Accessory count
12
▲ Better than 68% of models
Market range: <4 – >17
This steam cleaner includes 12 accessories, which is more than the number included with 67.6% of steam cleaners and the same as the number included with 1.4% of steam cleaners.
Mop pads included
1
Mop pads included
1
▼ 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
▼ 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
▲ 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
▼ 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
▲ Better than 45% of models
This steam cleaner has wheels, as do 55.2% of steam cleaners.
Volume
28.275 L
Volume
28.275 L
▼ Worse than 69% of models
Market range: <16.224 L – >84.378 L
This steam cleaner has an external volume of 28.275 L.
Weight
5 kg
Weight
5 kg
▼ 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
390 mm
Height
290 mm
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Child safety lock
yes
Child safety lock
yes
▲ 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
▲ 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
▲ Better than 87% of models
This steam cleaner has automatic shut-off, as do 12.6% of steam cleaners.
Trigger lock / continuous steam lock
no
Trigger lock / continuous steam lock
no
▼ 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
▼ Worse than 26% of models
This steam cleaner does not have a descaling system, unlike 25.9% of steam cleaners.
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Polti Vaporetto Smart 30 S vs the average steam cleaner

246810TotalPerformanceTankVersatilityAccessoriesDesignSafety
  • 800 ml larger water tank capacity
    Water tank capacity
    1,600 ml
    ▲ Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <300 ml – >1.9k ml
    This steam cleaner has a larger water tank capacity than the average steam cleaner (1600 ml vs 800 ml).
    1,600 ml vs 800 ml
  • 45 g/min higher steam flow rate
    Steam flow rate
    85 g/min
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <24 g/min – >110 g/min
    This steam cleaner has a higher steam flow rate than the average steam cleaner (85 g/min vs 40 g/min).
    85 g/min vs 40 g/min
  • Includes automatic shut-off
    Auto shut-off
    yes
    ▲ 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
    ▲ 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
    ▲ 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
  • 0.5 m longer hose
    Hose length
    2.5 m
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <1 m – >2.5 m
    This steam cleaner has a longer hose than the average steam cleaner (2.5 m vs 2 m).
    2.5 m vs 2 m
  • 3 more accessories
    Accessory count
    12
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <4 – >17
    This steam cleaner includes more accessories than the average steam cleaner (12 vs 9).
    12 vs 9
  • 300 W higher power rating
    Power rating
    1,800 W
    ▲ Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <1.1k W – >2.1k W
    This steam cleaner has a higher power rating than the average steam cleaner (1800 W vs 1500 W).
    1,800 W vs 1,500 W
  • 62.5% cheaper
    Polti Vaporetto Smart 30 S is cheaper than the average steam cleaner (£80 vs £130).
    £80 vs £130
  • 4.5% better value for money
    Polti Vaporetto Smart 30 S offers better value for money than the average steam cleaner (8.33 vs 8).
    8.33 vs 7.97
  • 7.1% more popular
    Polti Vaporetto Smart 30 S is more popular than the average steam cleaner (8.05 vs 7.5).
    8.05 vs 7.51
  • 45 g/min higher steam flow rate
    Steam flow rate
    85 g/min
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <24 g/min – >110 g/min
    This steam cleaner has a higher steam flow rate than the average steam cleaner (85 g/min vs 40 g/min).
    85 g/min vs 40 g/min
  • 1 more steam levels
    Steam levels
    3
    ▲ 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
  • 800 ml larger water tank capacity
    Water tank capacity
    1,600 ml
    ▲ Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <300 ml – >1.9k ml
    This steam cleaner has a larger water tank capacity than the average steam cleaner (1600 ml vs 800 ml).
    1,600 ml vs 800 ml
  • Includes a stainless-steel boiler
    Stainless steel boiler
    yes
    ▲ 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
    ▲ 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
  • 0.5 m longer hose
    Hose length
    2.5 m
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <1 m – >2.5 m
    This steam cleaner has a longer hose than the average steam cleaner (2.5 m vs 2 m).
    2.5 m vs 2 m
  • 300 W higher power rating
    Power rating
    1,800 W
    ▲ Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <1.1k W – >2.1k W
    This steam cleaner has a higher power rating than the average steam cleaner (1800 W vs 1500 W).
    1,800 W vs 1,500 W
  • 0.5 m longer action radius
    Action radius
    7.5 m
    ▲ Better than 54% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >8.5 m
    This steam cleaner has a longer action radius than the average steam cleaner (7.5 m vs 7 m).
    7.5 m vs 7 m
  • 3 more accessories
    Accessory count
    12
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <4 – >17
    This steam cleaner includes more accessories than the average steam cleaner (12 vs 9).
    12 vs 9
  • Includes a window squeegee
    Window squeegee
    yes
    ▲ 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
    ▲ Better than 87% of models
    This steam cleaner has automatic shut-off, while the average steam cleaner does not have automatic shut-off.
  • No continuous refill system
    Continuous refill system
    no
    ▼ 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.
  • 1 bar lower steam pressure
    Steam pressure
    3 bar
    ▼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <3 bar – >5 bar
    This steam cleaner has a lower steam pressure than the average steam cleaner (3 bar vs 4 bar).
    3 bar vs 4 bar
  • 330 seconds longer heat-up time
    Heat-up time
    480 seconds
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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 swivel / flexible floor head
    Swivel / flexible floor head
    no
    ▼ 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.
  • 27.9% heavier
    Weight
    5 kg
    ▼ 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
  • 2.5 cm narrower cleaning width
    Cleaning width
    28 cm
    ▼ 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
  • 1 m shorter power cord
    Power cord length
    4 m
    ▼ 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
  • 1 bar lower steam pressure
    Steam pressure
    3 bar
    ▼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <3 bar – >5 bar
    This steam cleaner has a lower steam pressure than the average steam cleaner (3 bar vs 4 bar).
    3 bar vs 4 bar
  • 330 seconds longer heat-up time
    Heat-up time
    480 seconds
    ▼ 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
  • 5 °C lower steam temperature
    Steam temperature
    130 °C
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <95 °C – >160 °C
    This steam cleaner has a lower steam temperature than the average steam cleaner (130 °C vs 135 °C).
    130 °C vs 135 °C
  • No continuous refill system
    Continuous refill system
    no
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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 power cord
    Power cord length
    4 m
    ▼ 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 swivel / flexible floor head
    Swivel / flexible floor head
    no
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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
    2015
    ▼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This steam cleaner was released earlier than the average steam cleaner.
    2,015 vs 2,018

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Based on 1,018 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Polti Vaporetto Smart 30 S

  • Powerful 3-bar steam pressure that efficiently dissolves grease, grime, and stubborn dirt.
  • Comes with a versatile set of 12 to 13 accessories suitable for deep-cleaning different surfaces like floors, grout, windows, and upholstery.
  • Integrated onboard storage compartment keeps small accessories organized and within easy reach.
  • Eco-friendly and chemical-free cleaning that sanitizes using only water.
  • Equipped with a safety cap that prevents opening while the boiler is still pressurized.
  • Adjustable steam flow control knob allows users to customize steam intensity based on the surface material.
  • Compact and lightweight design makes it easy to maneuver and transport via the carry handle.

What we don't like about Polti Vaporetto Smart 30 S

  • The handle design can block or obstruct the funnel, making it awkward to fill or view the exact water level.
  • Water spills can accidentally leak into the lower accessory storage compartment during refilling.
  • Plastic extension tubes can feel slightly flexible or unstable when heavy downward pressure is applied.
  • The floor-dragging movement and wheels can feel somewhat unfluid or stiff to pull along.
  • The safety cap mechanism requires waiting for the unit to fully cool down and depressurize before refilling.

Verdict

The Polti Vaporetto Smart 30_S is an 1800W cylinder steam cleaner equipped with a 1.6-litre stainless steel pressurised boiler that delivers up to 3 bar of pressure and an adjustable steam output reaching 85 g/min. Key characteristics include an operating reach of 7.5 metres, an integrated storage compartment for its 12 included accessories, and a safety cap technology that prevents opening while the unit is under pressure. Its main advantages are its deep-sanitising capability to eliminate 99.99% of germs and bacteria without chemicals, highly adjustable steam flow for delicate surfaces, and excellent maneuverability. However, its primary drawbacks include a relatively slow heat-up time of 8 minutes and the lack of an unlimited autonomy system, requiring the boiler to cool down completely before refilling.

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