Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 vs. S5 PRO2 vs. S5 COMBO vs. STEAM

Updated: 17th September 2023

Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 vs. S5 PRO2 vs. S5 COMBO vs. STEAM: This is a comparison review post about the four variants of the Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 series.

Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 is the base variant of the S5 series. It’s also the best-selling product. It’s powerful, has large capacity tanks, up to 35 minutes run time, single-sided edge cleaning, LED display screen, app support, and much more.

The next upgrade, Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 PRO2 has a 3D LCD display and four cleaning modes in addition to the features available in the S5.

The next in line is Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 Combo (2-in-1). It’s a vacuum mop as well as a cordless handheld vacuum. It’s powerful, got 4 cleaning modes (2 each for vacmop and vacuum), and has got a 20-min run time.

Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 STEAM is the last in the series. It’s a corded appliance that uses steam to loosen grime, has two modes (AUTO and STEAM), has no edge cleaning, and requires no solution.

As you can see, the S5 and S5 PRO2 are similar, but the S5 COMBO and the S5 STEAM are very different. Hence, it becomes difficult to make a final choice.

This side-by-side comparison will provide you with an honest review of all four vacuum mops, thereby helping you buy the right product.

Let’s begin.

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Side-by-Side Comparison: Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 vs. S5 PRO2 vs. S5 COMBO vs. S5 STEAM Specs

Specifications	FLOOR ONE S5/ S5 PRO2	FLOOR ONE S5 COMBO	FLOOR ONE S5 STEAM
Dimensions (D x W x H)	10.75 × 10.24 × 43.3 inches	10.08 × 11.26 × 43.3 inches	11.8 × 12.6 × 43.1 inches
Weight	9.9 lbs	8.4 lbs	9.9 lbs
Rated Power	220W	190W	1440W, 120V
Power source	Battery-powered	Battery-powered	Corded (26 feet)
Noise	<78 decibels	<78 decibels	<80 decibels
Battery capacity	4,000 mAh, 21.6V	2,500 mAh, 21.6V	NONE
Running time	<35 minutes	Vac mop: 15-20 minutes Hand vac: 25-50 minutes	Unlimited
Charging time	4-5 hours	3-4 hours	NONE
Tank capacities (Clean water & dirty water)	CWT – 0.8 L DWT – 0.72 L	CWT – 0.5 L DWT – 0.45 L	CWT – 0.75 L DWT – 0.75 L
Cleaning technology	iLoop™ Smart Sensor, Single-sided Edge cleaning	iLoop™ Smart Sensor, Single-sided Edge cleaning	iLoop™ Smart Sensor
Cleaning modes	S5: AUTO mode, MAX mode S5 PRO2: AUTO mode, MAX mode, ULTRA mode, SUCTION mode	Vac Mop: AUTO mode, MAX mode Hand Vac: ECO mode, MAX mode	AUTO mode, STEAM mode
Self-cleaning technology	One-Touch Self-Clean, Wastewater scraping	One-Touch Self-Clean, Wastewater scraping	One-Touch Self-Clean, Wastewater scraping
Wi-Fi connectivity	YES	YES	YES
Smart technology	Dirt Monitoring Loop, Empty CWT/Full DWT/Roller Blockage, WiFi Indicator	Dirt Monitoring Loop, Empty CWT/Full DWT/Roller Blockage, WiFi Indicator	Dirt monitoring loop, Empty CWT/Full DWT/Roller Blockage Indicator
Convenience features	Forward self-propulsion, Pet hair strainer	Forward self-propulsion, Pet hair strainer	Forward self-propulsion, Pet hair strainer
Display	S5: LED Display S5 PRO2: 3D LCD Display	LED Display	LED Display
App integration	YES	YES	NO
Voice support/prompts	YES	YES	YES
Tools & Accessories	Brush Rollers * 1, 3-in-1 Cleaning Tool, Charging Dock, Charging Adapter, Dry Filter, Accessory Holder	Brush Rollers * 1, 3-in-1 Cleaning Tool, Charging Dock, Charging Adapter, Dry Filter, Accessory Holder Hand Vac: Dustbin, Crevice tool, 2-in-1 dusting brush	Brush Rollers * 1, 3-in-1 Cleaning Tool, Storage Tray, Dry Filter, Accessory Holder
Surface/Floor type	All types of hard floors – laminate, linoleum, vinyl, solid & engineered wood, marble, stone, concrete, tile	All types of hard floors – laminate, linoleum, vinyl, solid & engineered wood, marble, stone, concrete, tile Hand Vac for hard floors & surfaces, upholstery, curtains, crevices, etc.	All types of hard floors – laminate, linoleum, vinyl, solid & engineered wood, marble, stone, concrete, tile
Stains type	All fresh and set-in stains like pet messes & hair, food and beverages, grease, makeup, dirt, grime, mud, mold/fungus	All fresh and set-in stains like pet messes & hair, food and beverages, grease, makeup, dirt, grime, mud, mold/fungus	All fresh and set-in stains like pet messes & hair, food and beverages, grease, makeup, dirt, grime, mud, mold/fungus
Cleaning formula	Deodorizing & Cleaning Solution * 1	Deodorizing & Cleaning Solution * 1	NONE
Colors	S5: Blue S5 PRO 2: Black	Black & White	Black & White
Warranty	2 years	2 years	2 years
Price	S5: Check on Amazon S5 PRO2: Check on Amazon	Check on Amazon	Check on Amazon

Pros & Cons

FLOOR ONE S5/ S5 PRO2	FLOOR ONE S5 COMBO	FLOOR ONE S5 STEAM
S5 Pros – Intelligent suction – Larger tank capacities – One-touch self-clean – App connectivity, voice prompts – Impressive run-time – Edge cleaning S5 PRO2 Pros – All of the above – 4 cleaning modes	Pros – Intelligent suction – Vacuum mop + hand vac – One-touch self-clean – App connectivity, voice prompts – Impressive run-time – Edge cleaning	Pros – Intelligent suction – Highly effective – Large tank capacities – One-touch self-clean – No cleaning solution required – Uninterrupted run-time
S5 Cons – Expensive, given the limited features upgrade from S3 – Only one side edge cleaning  S5 PRO2 Cons – Quite expensive	Cons – Low tank capacities – Low run time for vacuum mop	Cons – No edge cleaning – No app connectivity
S5 – Buy on Amazon S5 PRO2 – Buy on Amazon	Buy on Amazon	Buy on Amazon

Which one is the best: Tineco FLOOR ONE S5, S5 PRO2, COMBO, or STEAM?

	FLOOR ONE S5/ S5 PRO2	FLOOR ONE S5 COMBO	FLOOR ONE S5 STEAM
Performance	1	2	3
Ease of Use	1	2	2
Ease of Maintenance	Tie	Tie	Tie
Portability	2	1	2
Versatility	2	1	2
Customer Reviews	2	1	3
Price	S5 – $$ Check on Amazon S5 PRO2 – $$$ Check on Amazon	$ Check on Amazon	$ Check on Amazon

Detailed Comparison: What’s the difference between Tineco FLOOR ONE S5, S5 PRO2, S5 COMBO, and S5 STEAM?

Performance

Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 runs on a 220-Watt motor, powerful enough to suck up filth and water from the hard floor surface. You get two cleaning modes here – the AUTO and the MAX. The iLOOP™ Smart Sensor technology present in all vacuum mops discussed detects dirt and filth and automatically adjusts suction power in the AUTO mode (not in the MAX mode) for maximum efficiency. And, honestly, the intelligent suction control works remarkably well. The S5 supports single-sided edge cleaning, reaching up to 0.4 inches from the corners, edges, and baseboards. The FLOOR ONE S5 features a 4,000 mAh Li-ion battery. It has a run time of around 35 minutes in the AUTO mode and 25 minutes in the MAX mode.

Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 PRO2 is one step ahead when it comes to performance. In addition to the AUTO and MAX modes, you also get the ULTRA and VACUUM modes. The ULTRA mode electrolyzes water, thereby eliminating the need for a cleaning solution. The SUCTION mode vacuums the floor without mopping. Although AUTO and MAX modes are sufficient for cleaning hard floors, it’s good to have two more ways in the PRO2 for convenient cleaning.

The 2-in-1 Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 Combo is meant for hard floors and upholstery. The suction is decent in the vacuum mop and powerful in the hand vacuum. The vacmop has two cleaning modes – AUTO and MAX. The hand vac also has two cleaning modes – ECO and MAX. The run time is however less for the vacuum mop (only 15-20 minutes). It can be a problem if you have a large area to mop. For the hand vacuum, the run time is sufficient (25-50 minutes). The single-sided edge cleaning is available here as well.

Last but not least, Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 STEAM is a league apart. It’s powerful, convenient, and works relentlessly. A 1440-watt motor drives the appliance. Two cleaning modes – AUTO and STEAM – cover the hard floors. The STEAM mode uses steam to loosen stubborn stains on the floor. Hence, you need not mix detergent with water. The run time is unlimited as it’s a corded appliance. It’s a major advantage over other S5 vacuum mops. One disadvantage is the lack of edge cleaning here. Therefore, you’ll have to manually clean the baseboards, edges, and corners.

My Verdict: Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 PRO2 wins the battle.

Ease of Use

The FLOOR ONE S5 aims to provide an effortless vacuuming and mopping experience to the users. Besides splendid performance, the Tineco vacmop ensures ease of use at every step. The large capacity tanks (CWT – 0.8L and DWT – 0.72L) ensure uninterrupted longer sessions and single-sided edge cleaning increases cleaning efficiency as you don’t need to clean corners and baseboards afterward. The LED screen displays notifications about cleaning modes, battery charge, water tanks, roller blockage, etc. The dirt monitoring loop fluctuates between red and blue, the former denoting dirty floor and the latter confirming clean floor. The app integration lets you monitor real-time performance, listen to voice prompts, troubleshoot, and maintain the appliances. However, you cannot give voice commands here (this applies to all four vacmops).

Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 PRO2 has all the convenience features available in the FLOOR ONE S5. Besides additional cleaning modes (discussed in the performance section), PRO2 comes with a 3D LCD display instead of an LED display. The LCD display here feels more intuitive and fun with its 3D animations. Therefore, we can say PRO2 renders a slightly better user experience than the S5.

Talking about the Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 Combo, it falls behind the S5 and the PRO2 because of the lesser run time (15-20 minutes) and low-capacity tanks (CWT – 0.5L, DWT – 0.45L). The presence of the cordless hand vacuum is beneficial only if you need to vacuum furniture, upholstery, and other belongings. The crevice tool and 2-in-1 dusting brush allow you to clean almost every object.

With the Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 STEAM, you get an unlimited power supply for continuous cleaning. You only need to stop when you’re done cleaning the entire place. Decent tank capacities (CWT, DWT – 0.75L) are an advantage. Since it sprays steam in the STEAM mode, investing in a cleaning solution is not necessary (unless you prefer AUTO mode which requires a cleaning solution). Two major drawbacks compromising convenience are – the absence of edge cleaning and no app support.

My Verdict: The FLOOR ONE S5 PRO2 wins as it’s the most convenient vacuum mop on the list.

Ease of Maintenance

After every vacuuming and mopping session, cleaning the appliance inside out is important. If you don’t, the residue may damage components and may also cause bad odor and harmful bacteria and mold buildup.

To clean the FLOOR ONE S5 and other S5 vacuum mops, empty and rinse DWT, clean and rinse the filter, the floater, and the pet hair strainer. Further, remove and wash the brush roller cover and the brush roller. Use the 3-in-1 cleaning tool that has bristles and a blade to clean the DWT, brush roller cover, brush roller, and chamber. Lastly, place the appliances on the Self-Cleaning Storage Tray and press the one-touch self-clean button to activate the Self-Clean mode. The self-cleaning process will take around 40 seconds to complete.

Since you get app support and LED display in all appliances (LCD display in S5 PRO2), maintaining becomes easier as you receive prompts through voice commands and notifications. The S5 STEAM also receives voice commands irrespective of the fact that it has no app connectivity. The floating scraper present inside the chamber scrapes wastewater off the rotating brush when the appliance is on the floor. As a result, the brush mops the floor efficiently throughout the cleaning cycle. Tineco provides a 2-year warranty on all appliances, which is standard in the category.

My Verdict: It’s a tie here.

Portability

Tineco FLOOR ONE S5, S5 PRO2, and STEAM weigh around 9.9 lbs with empty water tanks. The FLOOR ONE S5 COMBO is the lightest in the segment, weighing only 8.4 lbs. These appliances are light enough for anyone to move around without much effort. You can recline them up to 142° when cleaning low-lying furniture like coffee tables and couches. The self-propelling system provides the push needed to move the machines forward. To lift the machines, just grab the handles and take them anywhere – basement, upstairs, or downstairs. The handles are not collapsible, though. However, you can detach them easily with the help of a screwdriver. Just insert it to press the spring and release the handles.

My Verdict: FLOOR ONE S5 COMBO wins here.

Versatility

Dry/wet vacuum and mops are designed for hard floors like laminate, linoleum, vinyl, solid & engineered wood, marble, stone, concrete, tile & grout, and others. The same is true for these Tineco vacuum mops. These appliances work fine on hard floors, leaving them clean, disinfected, shiny, and dry.

Some argue that you can use wet/dry vacmops on rugs and carpets. However, this is not the case, especially with these Tinecos. These are not designed for rough floors like carpets and rugs. Even Tineco says the same. It might clean the surface but you won’t be satisfied because there’ll be leftovers and lots of soaked solution in the carpets.

Talking about the types of stains, you can use all these Tineco S5 vacuum mops for all new and old stains like pet messes & hair, food and beverages, grease, makeup, dirt, grime, mud, and mold/fungus. However, if some old, dried stains don’t leave the surface, you need to get down on your elbows to scrub the floor.

The S5 COMBO goes a step further as it converts into a useful hand vacuum, helping you remove dirt and dust from upholstery, tabletops, furniture, and other surfaces.

The single-sided edge cleaning in S5, S5 PRO2, and COMBO helps in cleaning efficiently. You’ll miss this feature in the S5 STEAM. However, the steam is really helpful if you’re having a hard time removing tough stains.

The SUCTION mode in the S5 PRO2 enables you to just vacuum the floors in case mopping is not required and the ULTRA mode comes to the rescue when there’s no cleaning detergent available.

My Verdict: Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 COMBO wins here for its versatile performance.

Customer Reviews

Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 is powerful, efficient, and smart. The users love it for its iLOOP™ Smart Sensor technology, ease of use, ease of maintenance, run-time, single-sided edge cleaning, and large water tank capacities. However, some are still not satisfied with the frequent emptying of the DWT. The cost is also a concern for some but the output the machine delivers makes up for the paid price.

Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 PRO2 lies in the sweet spot. It has features of both the S5 and S7 PRO. It’s also powerful, smart, easy to use and maintain. People find the SUCTION mode and the ULTRA mode quite useful. However, they also point out the high price Tineco demands just for adding two cleaning modes.

People buy Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 COMBO for the obvious reason – you get a vacuum mop and a hand vacuum at the price of one. Customers praise it for its versatility, ease of use, affordable price, and decent performance. However, less run time and low tank capacities are concerns for many.

Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 STEAM is the ultimate choice for people who want to get rid of stubborn stains like grease. The steam melts these kinds of stains like a pro. However, the absence of edge-cleaning and no app support are drawbacks highlighted by users.

My Verdict: Choosing a winner based on customer reviews is not easy as it’s subjective. But if we go by the customer ratings, FLOOR ONE S5 COMBO emerges as the winner.

Which one will you buy: Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 or S5 PRO2 or S5 COMBO or S5 STEAM?

We hope this comparison review post solves your dilemma revolving around the FLOOR ONE S5 variants. Now you’ve got a clear picture regarding performance, usability, and affordability.

Go ahead with the Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 if you want a smart and effective vacuum mop at the most reasonable price.

FLOOR ONE S5 PRO2 can be your choice if you want two more cleaning modes and the budget is not a constraint.

The Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 COMBO is the one if you want a vacuum mop and a hand vacuum in one appliance. Also, remember you’ll have to compromise a little with respect to run time and tank capacities.

Make way for the Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 STEAM if you’ve tried everything to remove tough stains, but all in vain. The steam produced by the vacuum mop will do the job for you. But, remember, edge cleaning is not available here.

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