The Philips Sneaker Cleaner (GCA1000/60) is perfect piece of technology for the sneaker collector with an impressive shoe collection.
Eben honestly, why would you even think about taking a shoe polish set on vacation these days? Yet you often pay too high a price for washing sneakers with soap, and they can sometimes be permanently damaged. These are the circumstances in which the Philips Sneaker Cleaner comes in handy, a simple gadget that rids your shoes of wear and dirt while making them look brand new.
Why invest in shoe polishers?
Whether you’re a true sneaker freak, or someone who only owns a few pairs of shoes, keeping your steps clean can be difficult. Soles get covered in dirt and grime from everyday activities such as simple outdoor walking or running, and it’s not always easy to keep them shiny clean.
Even if you don’t know much about sneakers, you may know that are there are plenty of cleaners and kits available on the market to keep your shoes shiny. Some home solutions for this are not very expensive, but it can be difficult to say how effective they will be because each sneaker is made of a different material, such as canvas or nubuck. Choosing this type of drug can therefore be a gamble that can cost you dearly.
When looking for sneaker cleaners, at least keep in mind that not all solutions are suitable for every type of finish, so double check the product information to avoid damaging your prized sneakers.
The device
Most people won’t even know that this means you can also buy a portable battery-powered sneaker cleaner. How convenient! The device includes three brush types and runs on AA batteries, which are easy to replace. In terms of design, the sneaker cleaner resembles a hair dryer, making it convenient to carry around and weighing only 35 grams.
The device has a sleek navy blue, black and yellow finish that looks very high-end. The physical button to turn the vacuum cleaner on and off is in a convenient location. The four batteries are located at the bottom of the handle for ease of use. A travel case would have been a nice addition to make the device easy to carry around, especially if you travel a lot.
As soon as you turn on the device, the brush starts spinning. The motor has a speed of 500 rpm, and there are three different removable brushes that allow you to clean your sneakers quickly and thoroughly. Even delicate sneaker materials like mesh or canvas can be safely cleaned with the soft brush.Finally, there is a firm brush for cleaning hard materials like textured rubber or the sole of your shoes. The third option is a sponge brush to remove softer fabrics such as leather. You can use different brushes depending on the material and finish of your shoe, which is great because these brushes can be cleaned with soap and water.
The SneakerCleaner works with any cleaning product, although for standard cleaning it is best to use regular shampoo. Just wet the brush with water, turn on the cleaner and wipe the sneaker clean with a clean towel when you’re done.
Buy or scrub yourself?
The Philips Sneaker Cleaner has greatly reduced the time it takes to clean sneakers. The device is innovative and practical. Its lightweight design and controls that couldn’t be simpler make it almost a must-have for anyone who has a thing for shoes. However, it would be more convenient if multiple brush speed settings were available.
For sneaker fans, €27.99 may seem like a small expense to keep their beloved shoes shiny and clean, but if you only have one pair of sneakers, this may seem like a pricey and even useless investment.
In any case, at Operation Men we are very pleasantly surprised by this fine device!
Specifications
Speed: 500 RPM
Battery life: up to 80 hours
Weight: 0.35 kg
Waterproof: IPX5 (withstands a sustained jet of water under low pressure)
Warranty: 2 years
Supplied accessories: 3 brushes (hard and soft), sponge, 4 AA batteries
Price: €27.99
