Shoppers are snapping up this 'great alternative' to ironing, and it's Tefal's handheld clothes steamer.

The is the number one bestseller in its category on Amazon, with more than 2,000 purchased in the past month alone.

Plus for a limited time it's been given a 50% discount, taking the price from €57.70 to just €28.84.

The device is said to heat up in just 15 seconds and pump out 20g of steam a minute to make creases 'disappear in a flash'.

It doesn't requite an ironing board, you can stream your clothing upright on a hanger, or laid flat for tough-to-tackle areas like collars and cuffs.

It has a reversible pad, with a velvet side for steaming delicate items safely, and a lint removal side that's perfect for removing pet hair.

Plus it's lightweight, so as well as avoiding ironing at home, you can use the steamer on holiday to get rid of those creases after your clothes have been in your suitcase.

More than 2,600 shoppers have tried and tested the Tefal clothes steamer, giving it an average rating of 4.3 stars on Amazon.

One customer said in their five star review that the steamer is 'well worth the investment'.

"I'm thrilled not have to drag out an ironing board and iron to get rid of unsightly wrinkles in my clothes, or worry about damaging delicate fabrics.

"The steamer is simple to use: plug it in, it heats quickly, and doesn't spit water. The water tank is generous enough to do a number of items before needing a refill," they added.

Another wrote: "Fantastic! Sturdy, portable and got a nice weight to it (doesn’t feel 'cheap'). Heats up super quick with no leakage.

"Steamers will never beat an iron in my opinion, however, this is fantastic at what it does - saves time and good result!".

Others have said that it's ideal for travelling, as clothes often get creased while in cases.

One shopper wrote: "I really like this steamer, it heats up quickly and is easy to use. It easily gets creases out of clothes with little effort.

"It is also small and compact and not too heavy so great for taking in a suitcase, it really refreshes clothes and makes them look fresh and smart after packing. It works well on linen and linen mix items that have been heavily creased in a suitcase."

To shop the Tefal Pure Pop Slim Handheld Clothes Steamer with a limited time 42% discount head to Amazon here.