Tineco released its mid-class series, the FLOOR ONE i. Let's compare the best i6 Stretch with the premium S6 Stretch.
FLOOR ONE i6 Stretch vs. FLOOR ONE Stretch S6
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| Specs/Models | FLOOR ONE i6 Stretch | FLOOR ONE S6 Stretch |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $299.0 | $379.0 |
| Specs | ||
| Clean water tank size (CWT) | 800 ml | 800 ml |
| Dirty water tank size (DWT) | 720 ml | 720 ml |
| Run time | 40 min | 40 min |
| Weight | 9.5 lbs | 9.9 lbs |
| Cleaning Mechanics | ||
| Storage | Minimalist Charging Dock | Minimalist Charging Dock |
| Separation system | yes | yes |
| FlashDry technology | yes | yes |
| Self-cleaning | 185℉ | 158℉ |
| 5-minute drying with heated air | yes | yes |
| Lay-Flat design | yes | yes |
| Mini assisting wheels | yes | yes |
| Anti-tangle design | yes | yes |
| Brush Type | Dual-side | Dual-side |
| Smart Features | ||
| Display | no | yes |
| Water flow & suction power auto-adjust | no | yes |
| App | no | no |
Both models have the same cleaning mechanics and self-cleaning roller. Two large water tanks and a big battery. Both have a lay-flat design, which helps reach under furniture.
The Floor One i series doesn't adjust settings on messy areas
Comfortable cleaning
Key features:
- Longer runtime
- Self-cleaning with hot water
- Fast drying with heated air
- Separates debris and dirty water
FLOOR ONE i6 Stretch
Self-cleans with hot water | Self-dries with heated air
Separation system
$299.0 on AmazonThe biggest flex of the FLOOR ONE i6 Stretch is the FlashDry system that uses hot water for washing and dries the roller in 5 minutes, leaving it fresh and ready for another go.
One-Touch self-cleaning system uses hot water and heated air
Flashdry Self-cleaning system
- Washes the roller with hot water
- Dries the roller in 5 minutes, reducing odors
- Full-path self-cleaning cleans and dries the tube, filter, roller, cover, and suction inlet
- Rotates the brushroll for better cleaning
An advanced self-cleaning system gives the cleaner a hot bath.
Performance:
- Lasting battery for a larger area
- Lies flat to reach under furniture
- Powerful suction for surface pickup
- Dual-edge cleaning head
- Repositioned water tank for easier movement (doesn't tire an arm)
- Separated solids and liquids
- Constantly cleans the roller as you clean, scraping off the waste water and hair
- Flexible right-left movement
Compared to the S6 Stretch, the i6 has a better Flashdry system, yet lacks dirt detection.
With a lay-flat design, the cleaner reaches under furniture.
Pross:
- Higher temperature for self-cleaning
- Reaches up to 0.4 inches from each side
Cons:
- Doesn't adjust power settings in dirty areas
- No "Suction Only" mode
- No screen
Tineco FLOOR ONE S6 Stretch
The S series is a premium lineup.
Upgrades:
- Adjusts cleaning settings on messy areas
- Longer runtime
- Display
- MHCBS technology
Floor ONE S6 Stretch
iLOOP technology
Uses hot water and air to wash and dry the roller brush
$379.0 on AmazonUnlike the Floor One i6 Stretch, the S6 Stretch adjusts cleaning settings on messy areas automatically. The MHCBS technology keeps the roller clean with fresh water, continuously sucking off hair and waste water and rinsing it with clean water.
MHCBS: continial cleaning with fresh water
Performance upgrades over the i6:
- Automatically adjusts suction on dusty areas, which saves battery life.
- Has an informative display that shows estimated battery life and cleaning situation.
- A suction-only mode shuts off water.
- More precise edge cleaning (gets closer to the walls)
The Floor One i6 is a cheaper alternative to the S6 series with reduced extras.
Pross:
- Features "Suction Only" mode
- Has an LCD screen
- Has iLoop for automatic adjustment of suction and water
- Reaches up to 0.2 inches from each side
Cons:
- Lower temperature for self-cleaning.
Summing up
The Floor ONE Switch S6 Stretch is a premium lineup with its bells and whistles. It's a better buy if you need smart features, while the the FLOOR ONE i6 Stretch is a good buy if you don't mind lacking some premium features. The main thing it lacks is iLOOP, which senses mess and saves battery life.
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