Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 vs Shark HydroVac MessMaster

The Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 is the better machine for most people with hard floors. It has a larger clean water tank, longer run time, smart suction that adjusts to the mess, and a much stronger owner rating. The Shark HydroVac MessMaster is the pick if you need to clean area rugs as well as hard floors, since the Tineco is hard-floor only. Owners of the Tineco praise its mopping and self-cleaning but report roller changes are hard and some units fade after months; the Shark's lower rating reflects weaker suction and a shorter run time.

• Choose the Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 if your home is mostly hard floors and you want stronger suction, a bigger tank and a longer run time.
• Choose the Shark HydroVac MessMaster if you need one tool that also lifts surface dirt and odors from area rugs.