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Conair Turbo ExtremeSteam GS38 vs Jiffy Steamer J-2000
Which should you buy? Our verdict on both, pulled from our full The Best Garment Steamers: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) comparison.
The Conair Turbo ExtremeSteam GS38 gives most people iron-rivaling results in a grab-and-go handheld at a fair price. If you steam in volume and want a machine built to last decades, the Jiffy J-2000 is the upgrade that actually earns its premium.
Conair Turbo ExtremeSteam GS38
Buy itA powerful mid-range handheld that is quick and versatile enough for everyday use.
- High-wattage element with a Turbo mode aimed at stubborn wrinkles
- Owners describe quick heat-up and steady steam per fill
- Includes attachments such as a brush, a delicate-fabric spacer, and a crease tool
- Heavier than compact travel steamers, so long sessions can tire your wrist
- Tank is on the smaller side relative to its strong steam output, so big loads need refills
Jiffy Steamer J-2000
Buy itA handcrafted American standing steamer with a die-cast brass element housing and brass fittings, built for heavy use.
- 1300-watt stainless steel element in a die-cast brass housing, with all brass fittings; owners often describe long service lives
- 3/4-gallon (2.8 L) water caddy that can be refilled during the steam cycle for continuous use
- Handcrafted in Tennessee with a 3-year limited warranty, and the maker sells replacement parts
- Floor-standing unit that is too bulky to travel with
- Utilitarian looks and a flexible hose that needs a hanging garment to work at its best
Side by side
The 7 criteria below are the ones our full comparison judged every product on, narrowed to these two.
| Conair Turbo ExtremeSteam GS38 Our pick | Jiffy Steamer J-2000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Our verdict | Buy | Buy |
| Best for | Most people who want one steamer that handles daily touch-ups and tougher fabrics alike | Households that steam in volume - dresses, drapes, linens - and want a machine that outlives trends |
| Price tier | $$ · mid-range | $$$ · premium |
| Type | Handheld | Standing with hose |
| Rated power | High (check current listing) | 1300 W (stainless element, brass housing) |
| Heat-up time | Quick, per owner reports | About 1 minute (maker) |
| Steam per fill | Roughly one tank per few garments | 3/4-gallon caddy, refillable mid-use |
| Pressing capability | Steam only, with crease attachment | Steam only |
| Reliability reputation | Strong owner track record | Strong owner reputation, 3-year warranty |
| Travel-friendliness | Packable but heavy | Not portable |
Which one is right for you?
Pick the Conair Turbo ExtremeSteam GS38 if
most people who want one steamer that handles daily touch-ups and tougher fabrics alike.
Know before buying: heavier than compact travel steamers, so long sessions can tire your wrist.
Pick the Jiffy Steamer J-2000 if
households that steam in volume - dresses, drapes, linens - and want a machine that outlives trends.
Know before buying: floor-standing unit that is too bulky to travel with.
The bottom line
Our overall pick is the Conair Turbo ExtremeSteam GS38 - A powerful mid-range handheld that is quick and versatile enough for everyday use. Choose the Jiffy Steamer J-2000 instead if households that steam in volume - dresses, drapes, linens - and want a machine that outlives trends.
Want the full picture, including the other options we compared and the popular one we'd skip? Read the complete The Best Garment Steamers: 4 Compared (and One to Skip).