HUGE Disappointment! 
Although my expectations weren't high, I still ended up being completely disappointed. It is definitely NOT powerful as advertised. I followed the simple instructions closely but there was no "burst" of steam what-so-ever, only a trickle of hot water. I bought it to help keep my baseboards clean but it can't even handle that. Maybe it is defective, maybe not - through my experience, I don't recommend it.
Good product
The reviewer below should note that the burst of steam comes only after you pump the trigger a few times to get enough water into the device. The instructions don't make this clear and I almost returned mine before I figured it out.Once I did, I was very pleased with the steamer. It's powerful enough for most household uses and the attachments add to its versatility.
Better ones out there
I bought 3 of these to give as gifts and one for myself. I was not impressed with all of the water pistol like pressing I had to do throughout the cleaning. Too much work to get varying amounts of steam. Once in a while I got some good blasts but really had to work for it. Try another brand.
Save your money
I have been using steamers for a couple years and bought this one after breaking the previous one. There is no comparison. The trigger is very difficult to pull. The steam production is erratic. The pressure is weak. I far preferred the Steam Bullet although it weighed a lot more.
Not Pleased
I purchased this and after pressing the trigger for about 45 minutes, it still did not emit any steam. I am not pleased at all with this item and would not reccomend this item.
