Tineco Pure One S12 vs S15: Why the S12 May Be Better
Naila Syifa
Updated November 2024
The Tineco Pure One S15 series offers a newer, more advanced cordless vacuum lineup compared to the Pure One S12, but not everything about it is necessarily better.
In this article, we'll compare the standard S12 model with S15 Essentials, the most basic S15 variant, and see why the S12 may still be leading in certain aspects.
Key Takeaways
While the S15 Essentials boasts a more advanced 5-stage filtration system compared to the 4-stage filtration of the S12, it lacks app connectivity and a power control slider that the S12 offers. The S12 also has a larger bin capacity and a longer runtime than the S15 Essentials, plus an extra mini power brush attachment for cleaning upholstery.
Tineco Pure One S12
Smart & Adaptable Vacuum
✓ LED & Power Slider
✓ iLoop Smart Sensor
✓ 4-Stage Filtration System
✓ Works with Tineco App
Tineco Pure One S15 Essentials
High-Performing Cordless Vacuum
✓ All-in-one LED Display
✓ iLoop Smart Sensor
✓ 5-Stage Filtration System
✓ ZeroTangle Technology
Design
Tineco Pure One S15 Essentials
While both vacuums have a similar overall design and appearance, the Pure One S12 is more lightweight than the S15 Essentials, despite offering a larger bin capacity.
With a 0.6 L dustbin, the S12 offers 27% more storage space than the 0.47 L bin on the S15 Essentials, allowing you to clean for longer without needing to empty it as frequently.
However, the S15 Essentials does stand out with its ZeroTangle brush design, featuring a dual comb and V-shaped bristles, which helps prevent hair and debris from getting tangled in the brush roll.
The S15 Essentials also comes with a zero-installation FreeStnd charging base, as compared to the wall-mounted charging dock of the S12 model which requires more hassle setup using screws and brackets.
Both vacuums can transform to a handheld mode for cleaning tight spaces and above-floor areas, but the attachments that come included differ between the two models.
While the S12 offers a crevice tool, a 2-in-1 dusting brush, and a mini power brush, the S15 Essentials only comes with the first two attachments. The mini power brush, which is useful for cleaning upholstery and pet hair, is included with the more expensive S15 Pet and S15 Pro models.
Read also: Tineco Pure One S15 Pet vs Pro
Control Interface
Tineco Pure One S12
Tineco Pure One S12 and S15 Essentials feature the same LED screen, displaying real-time feedback on battery life, suction power, cleaning modes, and maintenance alerts.
There is also a dust monitoring loop that provides visual feedback on the amount of dust and debris on the floor, glowing red when more cleaning is required and glowing blue when the floor is clean.
What sets the S12 apart is the power control slider it offers on the handle, which allows you to manually adjust the suction power to your cleaning needs. The S15 Essentials doesn't have a power control slider, but the higher-end S15 Pro features this.
Read also: Tineco Pure One S15 Essentials vs S15 Pro
Features
Tineco Pure One S15 Essentials
Tineco Pure One S12 and S15 Essentials offer the same Auto and Max modes, the former adjusting the suction power automatically based on the detected dirt level while the latter providing maximum suction power for tougher cleaning tasks.
Thanks to its power control slider, the S12 has an additional Manual mode, which means you can fine-tune the suction power to your preference. This gives the S12 more flexibility and control to adapt the cleaning performance to your specific needs.
The Pure One S12 also offers connectivity with the Tineco app, allowing you to monitor the vacuum's status and performance from your smartphone. While the S15 Essentials lacks app integration, it is not without its advantages.
The S15 Essentials stands out with the 5-Stage Filtration system, involving a pre-filter, a high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter, a mesh filter, a cyclone separator, and Tineco's proprietary PureCyclone technology, providing superior filtration performance compared to the 4-Stage Filtration system of the S12.
Battery
Tineco Pure One S12
Both the S12 and S15 Essentials have the same 2500mAh battery capacity, but the S12 has a longer 50-minute runtime in Auto mode versus only 40 minutes for the S15 Essentials. This extended battery life can be particularly useful for larger homes or more extensive cleaning sessions.
Note that the batteries on both vacuums are replaceable, meaning that you can purchase a spare battery to extend the runtime if needed. Considering that it can take around 4 hours to fully recharge the battery, the spare battery can come in handy for uninterrupted cleaning.
Tineco Pure One S12 vs S15 Essentials
Final Thoughts
Tineco Pure One S15 Essentials
Tineco Pure One S12 and Tineco Pure One S15 Essentials have their own strengths and limitations.
The S12 stands out with a power control slider that allows for more customized suction power adjustment, a larger bin capacity, smart app connectivity, an additional mini power brush attachment, and a longer runtime for continuous cleaning without interruption.
Meanwhile, the S15 Essentials offers superior filtration performance with its 5-Stage Filtration system, a ZeroTangle brush, and a zero-installation charging base for added convenience.
If you like to read more about Cordless Vacuum Cleaner, check out our other relevant guides here:
Tineco A11 vs Pure One S11
Tineco Pure One X vs S11
Tineco Pure One S11 vs S12
Tineco Pure One S11 vs S15 Essentials
Tineco Pure One S15 Essentials vs S15 Pet
Author
Naila Syifa
Content Manager at Synced. She crafts insightful content on the latest trends in technology, consumer electronics, and smart home gadgets.
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