This mop-vacuum combo is ideal for seamless surfaces.
Tineco's Floor One Switch S7 is a two-in-one device that combines a mop and vacuum cleaner, both powered by the same electric motor. It's an economical choice for households with mostly smooth flooring, costing less than having two separate devices. However, if you have many carpets, you may want to consider a dedicated mop and vacuum cleaner.
If you're not a fan of mopping with a bucket, you can add a mop attachment to your vacuum cleaner. In fact, if you're thinking of buying new, the Tineco Floor One Switch S7 is a great option, as it combines a vacuum cleaner and a mop in one package. It occupies less space and saves you money—but only if you don't have much carpeting in your home, as tests on ntv.de have shown.
Mopping Is Its Primary Purpose
Upon unboxing and assembling the devices, it's clear that the vacuum cleaner isn't as fully-featured as individual models from the manufacturer. While the mop vacuum cleaner offers all the usual features, the battery-powered vacuum cleaner is a stripped-down version of the Tineco Pure One S15 Pro. It has just two modes: full tank and Eco. It lacks smart automation and a complex filter system.
This vacuum cleaner is, in essence, the helper of the mop vacuum cleaner. Its primary function is to clean hard floors. And it does this job well.
Excellent Suction Performance on Smooth Floors and Upholstery
The vacuum cleaner feels great in your hand, and its active, light-emitting turbine brush is very efficient. It collects hair and other debris, so you rarely need to use the cleaning tool included with the vacuum cleaner. It takes a little while for the motor to start, but it can handle recessed floors with little trouble.
For parquet and other smooth floors, the Eco mode is usually sufficient. On low-pile carpet floors, you'll get the best performance with maximum power, but you won't be able to clean more than 50 square meters with a single battery charge. And it's not intended for high- or long-pile carpets.
With the mini turbine brush and the dust and crevice nozzle, the vacuum cleaner handlesfurniture and car interior cleaning exceptionally well. It's also light enough to remove cobwebs from the ceiling.
User-Friendly Operation of the Mop Vacuum Cleaner
The vacuum cleaner does a great job as a guide for the mop vacuum cleaner in its role. This one is comfortable to hold, and the controls are easy to operate. The wheels support active forward and backward movement, making mop vacuum cleaning a pleasant experience.
Setting up the Tineco Floor One Switch S7 is simple. You can use the Tineco app for instructions, or refer to the detailed manual. It takes just a few minutes to connect the device to Wi-Fi and your smartphone. After that, fill the water tank with water and add the provided cleaning agent.
Once you're ready to clean, you don't need the app. The vacuum cleaner has a display on the motor that shows the charging status and the operating mode, which can be changed by pressing a button. There are four modes: automatic, maximum power, a mode for vacuuming/sucking up liquid, and manual settings. Another button toggles Wi-Fi on or off. You can also adjust the volume and language of the announcements.
Handy and Convenient App
The app is mostly used for preparation and information. You can choose whether you want to clean with water or use cleaning agent. You can also adjust the speed. The manual mode allows you to turn on or off various features.
For normal dirt, the automatic mode does a great job, leaving no visible traces on the floor. It even gets close to baseboards. The "Suction Mode" handles viscous dirt with ease. However, it's not powerful enough to remove really stuck-on residue. You have to adapt the vacuum cleaner for this kind of job—but don't expect miracles from it.
Less Maintenance Than Traditional Cleaning
For very sticky dirt, you may need to adjust the vacuum cleaner. Warm water is effective, as long as it's below 60 degrees. While the Tineco Floor One Switch S7 doesn't clean better than the traditional method, it does make the job easier.
You won't get your hands dirty, either. The vacuum cleaner washes the brush and hose in its charging station, using warm air to dry them in just two minutes. This eliminates any unpleasant odors.
The motor runs on batteries and can be switched from low to high power in a snap. While it's perfect for larger apartments on automatic mode, it may require some rest after tackling a large space on maximum power. Sadly, you can't get another battery-powered motor at the moment. Even if you could, you still wouldn't be able to charge it with this vacuum cleaner.
Final Thoughts
The Tineco Floor One Switch S7 is a powerful vacuum cleaner that will set you back about €760. Though it's a bit pricey for a single device, its abilities are worth it - especially if you own an apartment with slick floors. However, for households with lots of mess, this product could be inadequate.
