Tineco released its top-tier wet-dry floor mops, the S9 Artist Steam, which not only function as a mop but also utilize steam to remove tough stains. Roborock also pulled out its newest F25 Ultra Steam. Let's discuss.
roborock F25 Ultra Steam vs FLOOR ONE S9 Artist Steam
| Specs / Model |  roborock F25 Ultra Steam |
 Tineco FLOOR ONE S9 Artist Steam |
|---|---|---|
| Specs | ||
| Steam temperature | 180°C / 356°F | 160°C / 320°F |
| Battery life | 60 min | 75 min (30 min steam) |
| Power | 22k Pa | 22k Pa |
| Cleaning modes | Auto, Sponge, Steam, Hot-water | Auto, Max, Steam, Suction |
| Clean water tank size (CWT) | 1,000 ml | 880 ml |
| Dirty water tank size (DWT) | 750 ml | 750 ml |
| Detergent dispenser | yes | no |
| Weight | 12 lbs | 9.5 lbs |
| Appearance | ||
| Crystal IMD layer | no | yes |
| 3D dynamic display | no | yes |
| Display | yes | yes |
| Thumb screen | no | yes |
| Height when flat | 4.92 in | 5.06 in |
| Cleaning Mechanics | ||
| Enhanced Edge Cleaning | triple | triple |
| Steam cleaning | yes | yes |
| Hot water cleaning | 187°F | no |
| Wet-and-dry separation | yes | yes |
| Smooth Drive Support | yes | yes |
| Lay-Flat 180° | yes | yes |
| Saves cleaning performance in flat position | no | yes |
| Self-cleaning with heated water | 194°F | 185°F |
| Hot air drying | yes | yes |
| Water streak removal | yes | yes |
| Smart Features | ||
| Operation notifications | yes | yes |
| Flash charging | yes | yes |
| LED headlights | yes | yes |
| App integration & Voice assistant | yes | yes |
| Water flow & suction auto-adjust | DirTect | iLoop |
| Price | $599.99 | $949.0 |
To start the device, fill the water tank and press the Power button. The display alerts when something is happening and shows the current cleaning situation.
With a triple-edge design, the head reaches everywhere without missing spots.
A two-tank cleaning system separates clean and waste water, ensuring the roller is always clean. Both have similar self-cleaning technology.
Top-tier Steam cleaners
Roborock's best steam cleaner
Key features:
- The cleaning setting is adjusted for messy areas
- Cleans with hot water and hot steam
- Advanced self-cleaning technology
- Larger water tank
roborock F25 Ultra Steam
Detergent dispenser for mopping mode | Reaches under furniture
Innovative hot water mopping and steam cleaning modes
$599.99 on AmazonThe Roborock features 2 cleaning modes, one uses hot water mopping, the other hot steam.
Innovative Steam Cleaning & Hot Water Cleaning
Switch between Auto, Steam, Hot-water, and Sponge modes.
Self-cleaning & other things
- The mode uses 356°F steam & 194°F heated water for self-cleaning
- Drying modes (203°F): fast and quiet drying.
The cleaner connects to the app and alerts with voice. The display shows the current cleaning job.
Performance features:
- 2 cleaning modes, hot water cleaning and hot steam cleaning.
- A larger water tank covers a bigger area.
- Auto cleaning intensity adjustment on dirty zones.
- AI assistant wheels help to maneuver.
- In a flat position, the cleaner is shorter.
- Detergent for the hot water cleaning mode to help with mopping.
- LED lights to help see in the dark.
- JawScrappers helps to reduce hair tangles.
- A 70° swivel lets you glide effortlessly around furniture and obstacles.
Compared to the Tineco, the Roborock lacks a unique design, full-path cleaning & drying, battery life, suction-only mode, 3D dynamic display, and thumb screen.
Innovative alternative to the Tineco
Tineco's best steam cleaner
Key features:
- New appearance with a crystal layer
- No suction loss when flat
- 3D dynamic display
- Longer battery life
- Full-path self-cleaning & drying
Tineco FLOOR ONE S9 Artist Steam
Steam helps to tackle tough stains | Unique design
Adjusts cleaning settings on messy areas
$289.0 on AmazonThe cleaner has a vivid display that shows the cleaning situation and alerts when something isn't right. A new cleaning head features swivel steering and is more maneuverable compared to the previous generation.
The longest battery life on the market
Flashdry technology completes a cleaning cycle in 5 minutes. The roller is fresh and dry, and is ready for another cycle.
Full-path self-cleaning washes and dries the whole machine after cleaning.
No need for manual maintenance.
Performance features:
- Doesn't lose suction when flat.
- SmoothDrive helps to run around furniture smoothly.
- Has a suction-only mode
- Full-path cleaning washes and dries the whole body
- Longer battery life
Cleans under furniture with no suction loss.
Appearance and other things
- A nice Crystal IMD layer
- New 3D dynamic display on the body
- Thumb screen
- Connects to the app
- Automatic water streak reverse to eliminate water residue after pressing the stop button.
A nice look makes the cleaner suitable for any modern house.
Compared to the Roborock, the Tineco lacks a hot-water mode, a different self-cleaning system, and a detergent dispenser.
Summing up
Editor's choice: Tineco FLOOR ONE S9 Artist Steam
The most aesthetic steam cleaner on the market with the longest battery life.
However, the roborock F25 Ultra Steam has its features and is cheaper.
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