Philips Azur Performer Plus

Worst Iron ever built – Burns almost all synthetic clothes, extremely less stream always need to use steam burst function, does not remove creases easily. Now Purchased Braun Textile 9, one of the best iron ever used by me. Show details

It is a great performer – I am happy I made the decision to buy this iron, it glides n my clothes, everything is ready and ironed within minutes, the fold s and wrinkle disappear at a stroke of an iron. I would recommend this iron it is a real performer. the cord is super long and it is very comfortable to use.  Show details ·  1

Like it a lot – Great iron. Doesn’t leak water on to clothes. Steam is powerful enough to remove wrinkles from cotton business shirts. Water capacity is good. Spray works well and iron glides over clothes easily of all material types. Large base won’t sit into the iron holder on the ironing board. Only criticism is the length of cord. Could be longer.  Show details ·  1

Really terrific iron – Like another reviewer said, they ALL start to leak after a while! So, I looked at all the reviews and after seeing some great reviews, I decided to try it. WELL, It is a KILLER iron. If you can say that about an iron, that is. The steam is great and even though it is larger than I thought, it is very well balanced, the retractable cord is very… Read more ·  1

easy to use, I like how you put in the water for the steam...I just like everything about this iron. The controls are very easy to use and I like how the fabric type is lit up on the handle so you know exactly what temperature you are using while ironing. Very happy with my choice

Very odd burn smell left on my cloths – Every time I use this iron my cloths stick of burnt smell. I've checked the unit over and can't see any issues but maybe deep inside. Took back to the store but as it worked for them they refused to refund but got it swapped. The new one doesn't smell but it's not as nearly as hot as the first one! Not happy  Show details

Phillips iron is pure junk – One of the worst irons ever used. It lasted barely 18 months as the heating element quit working. The power light would flicker but the iron refused to heat up. The iron also a tendency to cut off without heating to the maximum and also sprang a water leak.Never buy any Phillips product again. As is is out of warranty I could not get a refund or have it fixed.  Show details

Terrible – It’s a Terrible iron. Hot water poured out of it and it scalded my foot. The fabric was saturated and I had to hang it back out on the line. It should be recalled. I took it back to the shop and bought a different brand. I am very disappointed with this product.  Show details

A perfect iron – This iron is very smooth on fabric and it has a perfect steam system that makes ironing easy and quick. It is perfect for all clothes type and the great deal is you do not need to set temperature. No burn guarantee and definitely uding it for a year now no burns no tension. I am loving it.  Show details ·  1

A true performer – I have been ironing a lot since I bought this iron, it makes the whole ironing process better and I love using it, the cord is long and the iron glides on the mp;clothes and it light and I am not tired even after an hour of ironing all the shirts in my household for 3 males, it is a true performer and a good buying decision.  Show details ·  1

Crisp Clothes – Ironing my clothes is so much faster with this Phillips Asur Performer Plus. I love it! It's so easy to fill and refill the steam compartment. It heats up really quickly and has a great controlled temperature. Its not too heavy or light and really glides on the clothes for a fast ironing experience.  Show details ·  1

Best Iron – Best iron to use for my most hated household chore. Streams through a basket of ironing in no time. Heats up quickly, great temperature control. Ease of use, not too heavy, easy to use, temperature gauge very accurate ample steam. The water spray feature is very good too.  Show details ·  1

Perfect helper – I love this new iron that I purchased for myself. I feel that it is such a great helper and I am ironing my clothes much faster. I like that is easy to use, it is easy to refill and steam compartment is easy to handle. The temperature is easy to regulate as well and It looks like it is almost impossible to burn anything as even on the highest setting it is still gentle on the clothes.  Show details ·  1

Great iron, has been very reliable – Heats up very fast, temp control seems good, steam works well, sprayer works well. Some polyester (I think) melted to it and won't come off but I think that'd happen to any iron. Also find that the steam function doesn't run low even when being used a lot. Some irons the steam runs out while it heats up.  Show details ·  1

Only one fault – Only one fault when you grab the handle your fingers touch the heat dial and move it. Other than that I like it. I had a Phillip iron previously so went with slightly upmarket model. Today is the first time I have used it. Maybe this should be looked at.  Show details ·  1

Leaks badly – Just purchased late Dec and turned on for 1st time today. Water leaks everywhere through sole plate regardless of settings. Not good at all. I've tried emptying it and starting again but doesn't seem to matter what I try water leaks out onto clothes. Using without water currently and it's taking forever to iron.  Show details

Awful, leaks badly – I bought this iron on 23rd December, used it first time on 26th December. Heated up OK then water pored out of the bottom of the sole plate. Took iron back to store they replaced it with an identical unit. This new one leaks water badly while ironing. Will never buy a Phillips Azur again.  Show details

A good iron at a reasonable price – When I was looking for a new Iron, I found out that there were such a wide selection for choice. I decided on the Philips Azur because I had use Philips before and found them to be reliable. I like the design and it heats up rather quickly about 2 mins and the temperature has an automatic control which switches itself off when it gets too hot. The… Read more ·  3

steam function works well and it has a de-calcium cleaning function which I didn’t find on my old Iron. Although it suppose to have a non stick plate, I found it to slightly stick to certain fabric. It also has a steam boost function for vertical steaming which I found help for suits or trousers. This Iron is also designed to use with tap water but faster scale build-up may occur. Overall, it’s a very good Iron and I would recommend it and it’s around $100 which is a reasonable price.

Auto shut down function – I bought this Philips GC4519 Iron few days ago and tested the auto-off function. My old iron is working perfecting but doesn't got the auto shut down function. My teen kids started using this but very frequently they forget to pull out the power plug. There were few near misses the house get fire as well. So, for that reason I went and bought this… Read more

auto off iron. Bit disappointing, i am not very confident that this function really working. Few seconds after the iron left idle, the blue light (on the handle of the iron) lit up keep blinking for ever ( left it for 1/2hr didn't stop). And also the heat of the iron still high (after all 1/2hr) and the heat is easy to burn thin cloths and if it leave further could get fire as well. My confusion is blinking blue light for ever is normal and why the heat doesn't drops when the power shut down?. Wonder anyone experienced this? I haven't tested the steam function (any leaks etc.) I do not like the steam spray button on the bottom of the handle as it get pressed every time hold the handle.

Worst. Iron. Ever – Thought I'd get great performance from the most expensive iron in stock, I was completely mistaken. No steam, won't even iron a crease from a t-shirt on the highest temp setting! Purchased to replace an iron I had been using for years after the cord was damaged & did not do my research. I'm so disappointed that I've just written my first review ever!!!  Show details

Smooth ironing, very nice to handle – I have owned a couple of these and they are very reliable. The only reason I have purchase another is that they were on sale at a very good price and thought a spare would be handy rather than pay for one when required.Heats up very fast and steam is strong  Show details ·  1

Annoying!!! – I loved my mums philips iron but can no longer get that model.so I decided to spend more and it was for no reason. It does not steam in the vertical position. And when using the steam boost it leaks water! When I read up on it it says you can press the boost to quickly in a row but it still leaked. I went and spent $50 half the amount on Russell Hobbs steamglide ultra from big w and it is amazing!  Show details

Would never buy this again – Bought in haste. Store only had this ridiculously pointy shaped sole plate, so hard to get used to. Iron performs well. BUT where is temp control mark - been using guesswork; filling level doesn't work - big heavy bulky - thankfully I don't iron a lot or would probably end up with RSI from lifting awkward thing  Show details

The most awkward iron I've ever used – I would have to agree with other reviewers regarding the sole plate.. after 1 year mine is covered in scorch / burn marks. The major trouble with this iron, I find is the design. Having small hands I need to grip the handle firmly to lift it. The steam trigger goes off EVERY TIME... who the hell thought of putting it there!! To avoid this I try to… Read more

grip differently ... then I hit the temperature control dial and change the settings. Most frustrating iron ever... this is my third Phillips iron the past ones were great BUT this would have to be the worst I've ever used.

Rubbish – Purchased at JB HI-FI Ballarat. 10/8/2017 Phillips Azur Performer Plus, floor stock last one no box $89. Had a Phillips Azure for a few years, worked well. Need to iron 5 white shirts plus, per week. Have done so for over 30 years. I know how to use an iron. Work in finance. This new iron has no steam, drips water everywhere, almost pours out… Read more

of sole plate.

Used for 5mins and realised it was absolute rubbish.

Where are they made now ?

Seeking complete refund tomorrow

This product shouldn't be in stores in 2017. Rubbish as per previous reviews.

Phillips you've lost me, and lost your Brand reputation.

The worst iron I have ever had – I have struggled with this iron for several months ( had a break of several months when I did no sewing). At its best it is terrific BUT the thermostat is totally unreliable. I use it almost exclusively as a sewing aid - pressing seams, machine embroidery etc - and it steams well and irons well for a bit, and then suddenly, and increasingly… Read more

frequently, it just grabs and melts the fabric without warning. I have had more fabric melts in less than 6 months of use with this iron than in the past 20 years of iron use. It also randomly scorches fabric if used without steam. This was not a particularly cheap iron, but I am sick to death of cleaning bits of my precious fabric from the soleplate. I contacted Philips through their website and received a confirmation that they were investigating the problem and would contact me "shortly". That was over a month ago. I just want my money back for the purchase, plus a bit extra for the numerous fabrics destroyed by this iron.

Absolutely Terrible! – I purchased a new Phillips Azure Performance Plus only yesterday from Big W, i used it for the first time today. After using it for 10 minutes I diced to dig through the bin for the recept because I knew it was total rubbish. 1- It does not heat properly. 2- it does not make enough steam or a steady ammount of steam. 3- it constantly drips water… Read more

and leaves streaks accross your clothes, not just a drop of water... It leaks a lot. 4- the controls are confusing, the arrow to your selected heat level is under the handle so you can't see it, how stupid. The steam control on top is not see through, so you can't actually tell what setting it is on. How this product made it through testing and onto store shelves is beyond me. I wish i had bothered to check other reviews, very disappointed.

Does not heat up enough – I have had the temperature on maximum for everything I've ironed but it is not hot enough. Everything has creases and won't iron properly. I have tried varying the dial but this does nothing and make things even more creased. It needs to be hotter. I bought it last week at Myer after my really good Tefal stopped working after some years. … Read more

For this Philips I paid $127.20, discounted down from $159, as I wanted a really good iron like the Tefal was and the sales assistant said it was the top model. But, it doesn't work well enough.

Problems with Azur Performer Plus Soleplate – Just purchased my 3rd Philips Azur Iron a couple of months ago although this is the 1st Performer Plus. I have also bought at least 2 other Philips Azur Irons for my adult children. Very disappointed with the "best gliding soleplate". It's fine with cottons/linens, but it scorches/stains & grabs/melts my black pants (65% cotton 31% nylon 4%… Read more

elastine). In the past I've always had the temperature gauge set on the lower end of the cotton setting for most fabrics and never had problems with the soleplate sticking.

However this iron is a nightmare and has already ruined 2 pairs of fairly new black pants! I've started using a light cotton hanky between the iron and my pants to prevent them from being marked/scorched/melted even after reducing the temperature. Prior to doing this, I'd been continually having to remove the black residue stuck to the soleplate.

I feel I shouldn't have to use a cloth to protect my clothes when using an iron priced @ $169.95, especially seeing I've never had to do this with any previous irons.

I woiuld appreciate some advice or solutions on what can be done to rectify this very annoying problem. I thought a "Performer Plus" Iron would be just that!

Such disappointment – I have only had this iron 30 minutes...and already been on the phone to the store I bought it from...its leaking terribly. clothes are getting quite wet..making gurgling sounds. I'm doing everything by the book..even had hubby make sure all settings are correct... I have been ironing 50 plus years, so I know my way around an iron!..its going… Read more

straight back to the store. I won't be purchasing this brand again... I had such high hopes and at $169 dollars... I'm quite shocked.

Disappointed With This Product – This is our 2nd Philips iron, & after being very pleased with the 1st one, we decided to buy another Philips iron. The Azur Performer Plus (Model GC4514) is nowhere near as good as my 1st iron. It's heavy, difficult to manoeuvre, & most importantly it doesn't take out any creases as the temperature is not hot enough on its highest setting.… Read more

Purchased this product on special for $79 (Worth $99), but would still expect this iron to perform much better for this price.

Very disappointed – This is our 3rd Philips iron, the first two we're brilliant, this one, a Philips Azur Performer Plus is terrible, hardly takes out creases and that's on its hottest temperature. Frustrating after paying $120 for it, and even worse after convincing my partner paying for a good iron was worth it.  Show details

Philips GC4522 Clothes Iron - So far so good, will update later in the year – Bought this after using a similar iron in a hotel which although very well used, did a great job. I looked at the top model which was on special for almost the same price, but it was too heavy so I went with this instead. So far I am really liking it. It is easy to use and just glides over the clothes and the narrow shaping at the front is great… Read more ·  1

for ironing fiddly bits. So far the steam function has worked flawlessly with no drips and dribbles. I am using slightly lower heatsettings than the dial indicates, but then I did that with my last iron too. Power cord could be a little longer but at least the iron has a good shape at the bottom so it stays put when its wrapped up for storage unlike some other brands where the cord slides off the bottom when you pick it up.

I will update this review later in the year when its had a good amount of use.

Disappointing – Had to return this iron to The Good Guys after being initially delighted with the purchase. After only 3 months, iron failed to turn on!!! For $100, I would not have expected this to happen. The design is great but clearly the electronics are not :-( Decided to try another company (Tefal) so fingers crossed this iron lasts. Ironing is not my favourite part of housework and this added to my woes.  Show details

Philips GC4512 clothes iron – Bought this iron a couple of weeks ago. Saw a few negative comments on similar Philips irons, but I went with Choice Magazine recommendation. It is easy to handle and glides over the fabric quite well. Seems to heat up OK but it does dribble a bit. Checked the instruction manual and it may just be a matter of matching the heat setting with the… Read more

appropriate steam setting. Calcium catcher is a feature that I haven't seen before. I think that the water tank is a bit small and you have to be mindful to not over fill it otherwise it dribbles. Heat selector is very touchy and it is easy to move the dial during normal operation. Shot of steam function seems to work well. Water spray button is OK but I feel that the nozzle sends the water too far in front of the iron. For left handed people, the filler cap is a bit of a pain to use as it is left side hinged and gets in the way. OK for right handed uses though. Power cord is quite short but nothing that an extension cord can't fix. Have only used it once so far and I'll see what the future will hold..

Did a good job – Did a good job, but a little bit heavy. it seems get dry too fast, hope it can spray more water, so it takes more time to finish the jobs. Show reply