The SC1 EasyFix is the most compact one, it can be used as a handheld steam cleaner or transform into stick mode, while the others are canister models, they need the help of the hose and steam gun to do above floor cleaning jobs.
The SC5 EasyFix has a detachable hose with steam gun while the SC2 EasyFix, SC3 EasyFix and SC4 EasyFix have a built-in hose with steam gun.
Other differences between the Karcher SC1 EasyFix, SC2 EasyFix, SC3 EasyFix, SC4 EasyFix and SC5 EasyFix Steam Cleaners are as follows:
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| Steam Cleaner | Karcher SC1 EasyFix Steam Cleaner | Karcher SC2 EasyFix Steam Cleaner | Karcher SC3 EasyFix Steam Cleaner | Karcher SC4 EasyFix Steam Cleaner | Karcher SC5 EasyFix Steam Cleaner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model | SC1 EasyFix | SC2 EasyFix | SC3 EasyFix | SC4 EasyFix | SC5 EasyFix |
| Power Source | Corded | Corded | Corded | Corded | Corded |
| Cord Length | 4m | 4m | 4m | 4m | 6m |
| Integrated On/Off Switch | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Accessory Power Outlet for Optional Ironing | No | No | No | No | Yes |
| Heating Output | 1200W | 1500W | 1900W | 2000W | 2200W |
| Heat-up Time | 3 minutes | 6.5 minutes | 30 seconds | 4 minutes | 3 minutes |
| 2-Tank System | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Boiler / Water Tank Capacity | 0.2L | 1L | 1L | 0.5L / 0.8L | 0.5L / 1.5L |
| Removable Water Tank | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Area Performance Per Tank Filling | approx. 20 m² | approx. 75 m² | approx. 75 m² | approx. 100 m² | approx. 150 m² |
| Max Steam Pressu re | 3 bar | 3.2 bar | 3.5 bar | 3.5 bar | 4.2 bar |
| Steam Flow Control | No | on handle | on handle | on handle | on the device (multi-step) |
| Descaling Cartridge | No | No | Yes | No | No |
| Descaling Powder | No | No | No | No | Yes |
| VapoHydro Function | No | No | No | No | Yes |
| Child Safety Lock/Safety Valve | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated Filling Funnel | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Accessory Storage and Parking Position | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cord Storage Compartment | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Floor Nozzle | Yes 1 | Yes 1 | Yes 1 | Yes 1 | Yes 1 |
| Microfiber Floor Cloth | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Extension Tube | 2 x 0.5m | 2 x 0.5m | 2 x 0.5m | 2 x 0.5m | 2 x 0.5m |
| Hand Nozzle | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Microfiber Cover for Hand Nozzle | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Detail Nozzle | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Round Brush | 1 (small) | 1 (small) | 1 (small) | 1 (small) | 1 (small) |
| Power Nozzle | Yes | No | No | No | No |
| Measuring Cup | Yes | No | No | No | No |
| Steam Hose with Trigger Gun | No | 2 m | 2 m | 2 m | 2.3 m |
| Weight without accessories | 1.6 kg | 2.9 kg | 3.1 kg | 4.1 kg | 6.6 kg |
| Weight incl. packaging (kg) | 3.3 kg | 4.6 kg | 4.7 kg | 5.8 kg | 8.8 kg |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 321mm x 127mm x 186mm | 380mm x 254mm x 260mm | 360mm x 236mm x 253mm | 380mm x 251mm x 273mm | 439mm x 301 mm x 305 mm |
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Cord Length
The SC5 EasyFix has a 6m cord whereas the others have a 4m cable. -
On/Off Switch
The SC1 EasyFix and SC2 EasyFix has no On/Off Switch, when you insert the plug into a socket, the device is on. Whereas the SC3 EasyFix, SC4 EasyFix and SC5 EasyFix have On/Off control to turn On/Off the devices. -
Accessory Port for Optional Ironing
The SC5 EasyFix has an outlet for optional ironing whereas the others don’t. -
Heating Output
The heating output of the SC1 EasyFix, SC2 EasyFix, SC3 EasyFix, SC4 EasyFix and SC5 EasyFix are 1200W, 1500W, 1900W, 2000W and 2200W. -
Heat-up Time
The heating time of the SC1 EasyFix, SC2 EasyFix, SC3 EasyFix, SC4 EasyFix and SC5 EasyFix are 3 minutes, 6.5 minutes, 30 seconds, 4 minutes and 3 minutes. -
2-Tank System
The SC4 EasyFix and SC5 EasyFix have 2 tank system whereas the SC1 EasyFix, SC2 EasyFix and SC3 EasyFix have one tank design. -
Tank Capacity
Boiler / Water Tank Capacity
The SC1 EasyFix, SC2 EasyFix and SC3 EasyFix have tank capacity of 0.2L, 1L and 1L. Whereas the SC4 EasyFix has 0.5L boiler and 0.8L water tank, SC5 EasyFix has 0.5L boiler and 1.5L water reservoir. -
Removable Water Tank
The SC4 EasyFix and SC5 EasyFix have removable water tank whereas the SC1 EasyFix, SC2 EasyFix and SC3 EasyFix have built-in tank. -
Area Performance Per Tank Filling
Larger tanks can cover larger areas per tank filling, the SC1 EasyFix has the smallest tank while the SC5 EasyFix has the largest tank.
The area performance per tank filling of SC1 EasyFix, SC2 EasyFix, SC3 EasyFix, SC4 EasyFix and SC5 EasyFix are approximately 20 m², 75 m², 75 m², 100 m² and 150 m². -
Max Steam Pressure
The max steam pressure of SC1 EasyFix, SC2 EasyFix, SC3 EasyFix, SC4 EasyFix and SC5 EasyFix are 3 bar, 3.2 bar, 3.5 bar, 3.5 bar and 4.2 bar.
Higher steam pressure commonly could get tougher jobs done. -
Steam Flow Control
The SC1 EasyFix does not have variable steam whereas the others have steam flow control. -
Descaling Cartridge
The SC3 EasyFix has a descaling Cartridge whereas the others don’t. The descaling cartridge can autonomously decalcifies the water, thereby increasing the lifetime of the device. -
VapoHydro Function
The SC5 EasyFix features VapoHydro Function whereas the others don’t. The VapoHydro Function adds hot water to steam. Dirt is removed more easily and washed away, for even better cleaning results. -
Accessory Storage and Parking Position
The SC1 EasyFix does not have accessory storage and parking Position whereas the others have. -
Cable Storage Compartment
The SC4 EasyFix and SC5 EasyFix have cord storage compartment for storing the cable neatly while the others don’t. -
Accessories
The SC1 EasyFix comes with a Power Nozzle and Measuring Cup whereas the others don’t.
The power nozzle is designed to clean stubborn dirt, blow down corners, joins, etc. -
Steam Hose with Trigger Gun
The SC1 EasyFix does not have the Steam Hose with Trigger Gun while the others have. -
Weight
The SC1 EasyFix is the lightest one while the SC5 EasyFix is the heaviest one.
Without accessories, the SC1 EasyFix, SC2 EasyFix, SC3 EasyFix, SC4 EasyFix and SC5 EasyFix weigh 1.6kg, 2.9kg, 3.1kg, 4.1kg and 6.6kg.
With accessories, the SC1 EasyFix, SC2 EasyFix, SC3 EasyFix, SC4 EasyFix and SC5 EasyFix weigh 3.3kg, 4.6kg, 4.7kg, 5.8kg and 8.8kg.
Download manuals/user guides/instructions to learn more:
SC1 EasyFix
https://s1.kaercher-media.com/documents/manuals/raw/000/BTA-5547100-000-06.pdf
SC2 EasyFix
https://s1.kaercher-media.com/documents/manuals/raw/000/BTA-5546018-000-06.pdf
SC3 EasyFix
https://s1.kaercher-media.com/documents/manuals/raw/000/BTA-5544676-000-05.pdf
SC4 EasyFix
https://s1.kaercher-media.com/documents/manuals/raw/000/BTA-5544725-000-04.pdf
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SC5 EasyFix
https://s1.kaercher-media.com/documents/manuals/raw/000/BTA-5542253-000-04.pdf