As the description, makes the function of vertical steam iron. Ideal to take on a trip although it weighs a pelin if you have to take into account the weight of the suitcase. I bought it for little things at home, curtains, some shirts, etc... The water tank is not very large so it will give you for specific garments, it is not suitable for a large laundry obviously. The shirt I ironed to be quick to taste the placha and was quite wrinkled. It came with a detail of a Mitt so as not to burn me, but the truth is that if you are careful you do not need it.