Kärcher
Kärcher SC 1 Multi & Up Extra, UK 1.516-420.0
Editorial review Reviewed 29 October 2026 How we assess products
The Kärcher SC 1 Multi & Up Extra keeps the cleaner small enough for handheld jobs and modest storage spaces. Its modular layout lets you place the unit low on the mop to reduce arm strain, or higher up when access beneath furniture matters more. The 1.6kg body is easier to carry than a full-size convertible. Everyday marks on suitable floors, oven surfaces and hobs are its strongest territory. A ready indicator removes guesswork at startup, while the descaling reminder helps you keep up with cartridge replacement. This is the Extra kit, including the floor nozzle and extension tubes alongside smaller cleaning tools. The 200ml tank suits shorter sessions. Fixed steam output, no trigger and weaker tough-grout cleaning limit demanding jobs.
Key facts
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- Format
- 2-in-1 mop and handheld
- Accessories
- Floor nozzle; extension tubes; cartridge; hand nozzle and cover; cloth; detail nozzle; brush
- Controls
- Fixed steam output; no trigger
- Capacity description
- 200ml water tank
- Weight description
- 1.6kg
- Power description
- 1300W
Strengths
- Compact, light body is easy to carry and store
- Different mop arrangements help balance reach and arm strain
- Useful everyday cleaning across floors and smaller tasks
- Clear instructions, ready light and descaling reminder aid use
Limitations
- Small tank interrupts longer cleaning sessions
- Fixed steam output and no on-demand trigger
- Tough grout needs extra scrubbing
- Less easy to push on carpet or steer in very tight corners
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Useful accessories
For this model
Kärcher small descaling cartridge
One small replacement cartridge for the compact SC 1 Multi cleaner. It is a different cartridge from the larger SC 2 Upright part.
For Kärcher SC 1 Multi & Up Extra; 2.863-104.0, one cartridge. Not the SC 2 Upright cartridge.
Guide price: about £13
Amazon
£13.49
In stock
Price checked 29 October 2026 10:49 GMT
For this model
Kärcher EasyFix floor cloths
Two washable EasyFix floor cloths give you a clean spare and replacements for worn cloths. They fit the selected standard EasyFix floor nozzles; check the floorhead as well as the cleaner name.
For the selected Kärcher SC 2 Upright and SC 1 Multi & Up Extra EasyFix floor nozzles; 2.863-259.0, two cloths.
Guide price: about £23
Amazon
£22.99
In stock
Price checked 29 October 2026 10:49 GMT