DeLonghi Stirella SX8040D Reviews

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DeLonghi Stirella SX8040D
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Average Ratings for DeLonghi Stirella SX8040D

  • Ease of Use2.7 stars
  • Durability1.4 stars
  • Style2.3 stars
  • Service & Support1.5 stars
  • Value for Money1.4 stars
  • Overall rating1.5 stars

17 Reviews For DeLonghi Stirella SX8040D

  • Guest 27th Oct 2009

    Reviewer rating: 1 stars


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    Bought after seeing at John Lewis demonstration, first one had to be returned as spewing out water, now just out of warranty the iron intermitently stops steaming, and is continuously projecting dirty water over clean clothes. I can't believe a shop like John Lewis is STILL selling such expensive rubbish. I have a Laurastar at another house which is at least ten years old with no problems at all, looks like I'll be buying another one of those. DON'T BUY A STIRELLA you'll be wasting your money.

  • dhayes22 Rank: Major 15th Oct 2009

    Reviewer rating: 4 stars


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    This is a great iron. Not exactly designed for travelling with but if you do lots of heavy-duty washing and tumble drying and/or you iron a lot of heavy cotton shirts and like to have the 100% crease-free look this is a great iron. It's not cheap and it's not quiet exactly and it's a bit unwieldy if, like me, you live in a small flat but it gives much better results than a normal iron.

  • Guest 13th Oct 2009

    Reviewer rating: 1 stars


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    Had to pay £70 to have the lead re-insulated and now it is spitting out filthy brown water, causing me to have to re-launder clothes. Expensive iron for 2 years use. Spend your money elsewhere.

  • Guest 5th Oct 2009

    Reviewer rating: 1 stars


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    first six months was brilliant and it went downhill after that..buttons were stuck, spewed out dirty water and now 2 years later totally packed in. expensive for 2 year lifespan.

  • Guest 26th Sep 2009

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    I have had this DeLonghi Stirella SX8040D iron replaced, the first leaked and now the replacement won't stop steaming. The iron is now out of warranty, looks like the bin for this one. Very expensive pile of junk!!!

  • Guest 19th Aug 2009

    Reviewer rating: 1 stars


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    Exactly the same problem with the DeLonghi Stirella. First produced dirty water, then leaked through the cord and now it stopped producing any steam at all. Bought it at John Lewis and the sales-assistant was raving about it. What a waste of money and time.

  • Guest 6th Jun 2009

    Reviewer rating: 1 stars


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    The DeLonghi Stirella SX8040D is a nice looking unit

  • Guest 1st Jun 2009

    Reviewer rating: 0.5 stars


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    I bought the Stirella SX8040D in May 08. I was assured that it was a good iron by one of the representatives of Simac in one of the big stores I went to. I was quite pleased with it for a while. I took it back to the store today, 1st June 09 because steam was coming out of the lead instead of the iron but was told by Customer Service in the store where I bought it that it needs to be descaled. I did that but the steam is still coming out of the lead and I am worried that it may cause an ele ...

  • bthurley 3rd Apr 2009

    Reviewer rating: 0.5 stars


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    Bought DeLonghi Stirella SX8040D in 2007 - had to be changed four times because it kept breaking down. Had to be sent away for repair in 08 because it kept pouring out dirty water and scum. Few months same problem even though I use 50/50 distilled water and Kal Stop. Out of warranty and repair charge £80! Terrible value for money!
    Buy another brand!!!

  • fannybrogden 19th Jan 2009

    Reviewer rating: 0.5 stars


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    I have had this DeLonghi Stirella SX8040D iron for about 18 months and already on number 4 because of breakdowns, just broke again today, the steam will not turn off. A waste of my time and money.

  • richard5 29th Dec 2008

    Reviewer rating: 1 stars


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    Very disappointed with this DeLonghi Stirella SX8040D. Frequent discharges of dirty water, even when being used with distilled water & Polti Kalstop. Lead insulation has some away, and back of iron is starting to expand with the steam, using lots of water.

  • karon 6th Oct 2008

    Reviewer rating: 0.5 stars


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    I purchased this DeLonghi Stirella SX8040D iron after watching an in store demo in john lewis which looked impressive but it never was and after a couple of years the steam stopped working and it went in the bin.I have since got myself one of the shelf for a quarter of the price and it does a better job!!.

  • Guest 3rd Oct 2008

    Reviewer rating: 1 stars


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    I'm the owner of a DeLonghi Stirella SX8040D - Not a very practical iron for domestic use. It uses too much water. The lead from iron to generator is too short.

  • judym 27th Jul 2008

    Reviewer rating: 1 stars


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    I wouldn't recommend this iron to anyone. The first iron stopped working after 3 months - the on/off button broke and I couldn't turn it off.
    Now the second one which is almost 12 months old has stopped producing any steam at all and has been depositing brown drips all over clothes so I have to keep re-washing. Not good!

  • Kestral1410 10th Jul 2008

    Reviewer rating: 1 stars


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    The DeLonghi Stirella SX8040D is lightweight and easy to use. But On my second one now and its going back too. Started to spit out large quantities of water every time I go to use it for an ironing session.

  • Guest 13th Apr 2008

    Reviewer rating: 4.5 stars


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    Overall the DeLonghi Stirella is a nice neat unit suitable for left or right handed use and the iron sits good and flat on the unit and not in a 'take-off' position like other brands.

  • Guest 25th Feb 2008

    Reviewer rating: 4.5 stars


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    The DeLonghi Stirella SX8040D is very quick to use. Very good finish on clothes. Small & compact. Glides effortlessly over the fabric and its tapered nose makes it easy to access fiddly areas e.g. around buttons. Couldn't find any faults.

Product details

Main characteristics: Cord Type: Corded Adjustable Steam: Without Adjustable Steam Other Water Capacity: 23.67 oz Power: Wattage: 800 w more details...