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   * If you expect upholstery, carpets, or auto interiors with moisture removal, buy a steam-vacuum or extractor instead.
   * If you will carry it often and depend on it, prioritize fittings, hose quality, and replacement parts over raw steam specs.
+===== Comparison Information =====
+^ Category ^ Typical price band ^ Portability ^ Moisture removal ^ Best for ^ Notes ^
+| Steam-only canister | $250-$600 | High | No | Grout, tile, kitchens, bathrooms, detail work | Best balance of mobility and usefulness for pro-sumer use. |
+| Steam-only light commercial | $600-$1,000 | Medium | No | Frequent use, tougher jobs, better fittings | Worth it if you care about hose quality, accessories, and serviceability. |
+| Steam-vacuum / steam extractor | $1,000+ | Medium to low | Yes | Upholstery, carpets, auto interiors, wet pickup | Different class of machine; more complex but better when drying matters. |
+| Handheld steam cleaner | $50-$200 | Very high | No | Small spot jobs, quick touch-ups | Convenient, but usually not the main tool for serious field use. |
+| Commercial detailing steam vacuum | $1,500+ | Low to medium | Yes | Professional auto/interior work | Stronger suction and recovery, but heavier and more expensive. |
+^ If you need... ^ Best category ^ Why ^
+| Simple steam cleaning on hard surfaces | Steam-only canister | Simpler, lighter, fewer failure points. |
+| A carried-around tool with good attachments | Pro-consumer steam-only canister | Best mix of portability and utility. |
+| Steam plus wet pickup | Steam-vacuum / extractor | Needed for upholstery, carpets, and drying control. |
+| Maximum durability and pro-level use | Light commercial steam cleaner | Better fittings, runtime, and accessory support. |