Review of electric mops and scrubber dryers for the home, tips for choosing

Modern cleaning companies, which provide a huge amount of floor cleaning equipment, offer various options for scrubber dryers, with different functions and prices. High demands are placed on scrubber-drying equipment in terms of quality and cleaning results, and ease of operation.

The editors of the YaNashla website have prepared for your attention a rating of high-quality scrubber dryers for 2022, which will feature popular mechanisms. Let us explain why, before purchasing, you need to pay attention to models that are convenient to work with to obtain excellent cleanliness in industrial and residential premises, and retail areas. We will provide recommendations on which company’s product is best to purchase.

Purpose of the scrubber dryer

When tidying up a large room, floor washing machines are indispensable. Large-scale objects must have technological solutions in modern conditions of cleaning, in contrast to the previous methods of cleaning with a bucket and a rag.

Floor cleaning machines are especially in demand during cleaning:

• supermarkets, train stations, hospitals, where the air is saturated with harmful microbial flora;
• large objects where floor cleaning needs to be done in a short time;
• where the quality of cleaning should be higher than manual work;
• in order to reduce the number of workers hired to clean up.

Modern cleaning equipment provides professional wet floor cleaning and is an alternative to the hard manual work of room cleaners. Scrubber dryers have long taken their rightful place in the ranks of cleaning equipment at facilities where large concentrations of people are recorded, such as airport buildings, train stations, subways, sports and shopping centers, warehouses and industrial premises. They made the work of hundreds of workers easier, making it fast, high-quality and convenient.

A modern machine is modernized every year, it is lightweight and produces less noise, and this brings simplicity and comfort to the process of putting things in order. It is no longer rarely used for small spaces and for the home.

Principle of operation

The design of professional scrubber-drying units includes:

• containers into which clean and used water is poured;
• vacuum pump;
• electric motor;
• drive brushes;
• spatulas for collecting used liquid;
• drive and non-drive wheels.

When the engine is turned on, the brushes are activated to clean the genital area by distributing the soap solution over it. Dirty water is collected by a collection paddle into a reservoir, where it is pumped using a pump pump and high suction force.

The operator of the equipment sets its direction of movement, and wheels with support rollers provide stability and motor activity.

Room cleaning devices allow you to quickly, efficiently, thoroughly clean the floor and efficiently polish different types of floor coverings.

Karcher BR 45/22 C Bp Pack

The model is small in size, which allows it to be more maneuverable and fast. The battery will last for a long time, and fast charging will return the car to operation. Here you can adjust the brush speed, suction speed and other options. The model significantly saves energy and does not use a lot of water. The steering rod itself is height adjustable, and the brush is easy to replace without the use of special technical tools.

Pros:

1. Small sizes;
2. Good performance;
3. Fast and maneuverable;
4. Removable container for small waste;
5. Integrated charger;
6. Status sensors.

What type of cleaning scrubber is there?

Professional equipment today is represented by several variants of units with distinctive types:

1. Power type: mains or battery.

• The electric machine is equipped with a cord, operates from the network, and has unlimited time for cleaning work. Inconvenience can only be created by the movement radius of the mechanism and compliance with safety regulations associated with constant monitoring of the quality of insulation along the entire length of the cable. Such mechanisms are convenient when working when the majority of people do not interfere with the restoration of order (evening and night time).
• A battery-powered machine is convenient and safe to use, but its time is limited by the charge of the power supply and such equipment is much more expensive than networked units. The battery can maintain the operating condition of the unit for 4-8 hours without recharging. Its charging takes from 8 to 12 hours, so it is necessary to have a replaceable power supply. There are two types of batteries - open and closed. The former are more durable, they are cheaper than closed ones. However, the process of cleaning space with this type of charging must be carried out in rooms with good ventilation. Constant monitoring is also necessary when measuring the density and level of electrolytes. With closed charging, popular products of scrubber dryers have a higher cost, they are easy to maintain, but their service life is 40% less than that of open batteries.

1. Control type: manual and with a seat for the machine operator.

• Manual mechanism: the operator, using special handles, pushes the device in different directions independently. They are compact, maneuverable, and convenient to use when cleaning small spaces with narrow passages.
• The mechanisms, equipped with a standing or seated position for operators, are controlled using a steering wheel and pedals. They are large in size and cover large areas for cleaning. In this case, the operator controlling the machine performs the work without applying physical effort.

1. Type of brushes: disk or roller (cylindrical).

• Disc brushes are more suitable for cleaning smooth floor surfaces. By adjusting the degree of pressure of the cleaning discs to the floor surface, wet cleaning is performed with maximum efficiency.
• Cylindrical brushes are used when cleaning rough and textured surfaces, and when cleaning ceramic tile floors with prominent joints.

The quality of the mechanism also depends on the brushes being covered with lint, which is quickly erased during operation. The brushes must be changed every 300 hours worked, during which time the bristles are reduced to 6 mm.

Becker A5 EVO 50B

The machine is used to clean a room of 2000 square meters. It is manufactured according to European quality standards, so it can last for quite a long time. The dirty water tank has been expanded and has a volume of 60 liters. The cleaning brush is equipped with adjustable pressure, so it can wash away various stains on the floor.

Pros:

1. Optimal performance;
2. Hygienic cleaning;
3. The wheels are equipped with anti-slip material;
4. Long power cable;
5. A light weight;
6. Simple controls.

Criteria for choosing mechanisms for washing and cleaning floors

With a huge selection of different models of cleaning equipment, it is difficult to immediately select the necessary machine in accordance with the needs of each client. To do this, you need to determine how to choose the necessary equipment at a price affordable to the buyer, what to pay attention to so that the equipment performs its functionality 100%.

Important factors for choosing a scrubber dryer are:

1. Cleaning area.
2. The material from which the flooring is made.
3. Available elevators, stairs, escalators, hard-to-reach places.
4. Frequency of floor cleaning.
5. Ease of replacement or restoration of brushes.
6. Availability when choosing spare parts and consumables.
7. Capacities, battery maintenance.
8. Dimensions, weight, cost.

Before solving the problem of which washing unit is best to buy, you need to have basic information on each type of equipment and have the necessary recommendations from professional managers.

Types of brushes

At the bottom of the scrubber unit there is a brush, which is used to clean the floor covering.

There are two types of brushes:

• disk;
• roller

In the first case, the brush has the shape of a disk. When the machine moves, the brush assembly rotates in the same plane with the floor, in a circle, which allows you to perfectly wash any, even not very smooth (with bumps and depressions) surfaces.

The roller brush rotates perpendicular to the floor plane.

Advantages and disadvantages of a roller brush compared to a disk brush

Better cleans old stains

Can clean surfaces with directional texture

capable of sweeping trash into the tray

fragility and the need for frequent replacement

Doesn't clean floors with bumps and holes well

Types of scrubber dryers

Mechanisms for cleaning surfaces are of the following types:

• pushed;
• with wheel drive;
• with seat for operators (riders);
• floor polishing machine (mechanism with one disc).

All washing units (except for the model for polishing surfaces) operate in such a way that an aqueous solution consisting of water and chemicals is supplied to a roller or rotating brush. During rotation, the surface is washed, and a beam located behind the brush sucks up the resulting dirt.

Scrubber dryers operate from:

• electric drive with 220 V mains voltage;
• battery.

Characteristics of the washing zone

The main question that comes before purchasing a floor cleaning machine is the size of the area to be cleaned. When choosing it, you need the following information:

• flooring material;
• types of pollution;
• required time for cleaning – periodic or general cleaning.

Cleaning area by floor type

The premises to be cleaned are calculated according to their theoretical or practical area:

• with the theoretical calculation, the speed and width of the surface being cleaned is calculated;
• usually the theoretical area is higher than the practical one;
• in the practical case, the actual dimensions of the areas to be harvested are indicated;
• the value of the cleaning output area, indicated in m2/hour.

In addition to the dimensions of the cleaning space, information is needed about angles and the presence of other obstacles. This affects the choice of unit width when putting things in order.

It is necessary to select scrubber-drying equipment taking into account the preference for the rigidity of the brush, which has the shape of a disk or cylinder, for which the cleaning surfaces are first tested.

Lavor PRO SCL EASY R 66 BT

The model is suitable for cleaning premises up to 7000 square meters. Its productivity is 2970 sq. m/hour, which is very, very high, which is why the machine is chosen for cleaning large areas. The body of the model is made of impact-resistant plastic, which is not afraid of mechanical damage. The pressure on the brush is 43 kg, and the brush itself can be adjusted and set to the optimal mode.

Pros:

1. Large service area;
2. High performance;
3. Large tanks for water and waste;
4. Adjustable suction beam;
5. Shockproof housing.

The best manufacturers of cleaning equipment

On the scrubber drying equipment market you can purchase the best models of washing machines from well-known brands, where budget and expensive products are presented. When choosing manufacturers of scrubber drying units, you need to pay attention to the company’s reputation, consumer reviews, as well as the availability of a service center with spare parts. When choosing equipment, low price should not be a priority.

Currently, the most popular and in demand manufacturers are the following well-known companies:

• Cleanfix (Switzerland);
• Windsor (America);
• Nilfisk (Denmark);
• Numatic (England);
• Portotecnica (Italy);
• Taski (USA);
• Columbus (Switzerland);
• Karcher (Germany).

Swiss Cleanfix scrubber drying equipment has a wide range of prices - from 90 thousand rubles to 1 million, but it is not fully represented on the Russian market. The models of this brand allow us to make a selection of the most effective cleaning mechanisms for each consumer. They have the same functions, properties and quality as products from the Karcher brand.

The American company Windsor, part of the Karcher group, produces a large modified range of scrubber-drying units that do not have operator seats. The product is focused on the economical use of water and electrical resources. The company has a patent for brush production technology. The average price is 550 thousand rubles.

One of the most popular brands in Europe, Nilfisk from Denmark, began producing various types of mechanisms back in the twentieth century, first producing vacuum cleaners and then high-quality scrubber-drying equipment of various configurations and prices. The models are easy to use and use detergents economically. The equipment is not cheap, the average price is 680 thousand rubles.

Numatic floor cleaning units (England) belong to the “elite” of cleaning mechanisms; they are distinguished by good maneuverability and convenient operation. The brand represents battery and network products. Cleaning can be done both in large premises and in small offices. The price range is from 90 to 750 thousand rubles, which is a fairly reasonable cost, given its high quality.

Units from the Italian brand Portotecnica are easy to use, have excellent quality and a relatively low cost. They are used when cleaning a gym or supermarket. Such equipment costs from 200 to 250 thousand rubles.

When bringing order to an industrial area, equipment from the Italian brand Fimap is used. These high-end scrubber dryers cost up to 2.5 million rubles. A small compact unit for smaller areas can be purchased for 70 thousand rubles.

The American brand Taski is a well-known manufacturer of cleaning equipment from the popular North American concern Diversey. It has an interesting technical solution associated with a special technology of brushes and scrapers, economical consumption of floor cleaning products. The machine is equipped with a seat for the worker. Has a high price.

Professional, high-quality Columbus cleaning machines from Switzerland are worthy of attention. They make it easy and simple to clean the floor in any room. The machine runs on rechargeable batteries; you can immediately purchase a replacement battery for charging, as well as spare parts and cleaning products.

The most popular brand on the Russian market is the German brand Kärcher. The brand has a very high quality of products and is popular in the Russian Federation and in all European countries. The company has an excellent reputation, a large price range, numerous representative offices around the world and is considered the most expensive brand.

Ghibli Wirbel ROUND 45 SD 55 BC TOUCH

The model has very convenient controls, which will allow even an inexperienced user to clean the room efficiently. Machine productivity - up to 2650 sq. m/hour. It can operate on batteries for up to 3 hours, after which it requires charging. Brush rotation speed - 115 rpm. The machine is equipped with two water tanks: 45 and 71 liters.

Pros:

1. High performance;
2. Clear and simple controls;
3. Good battery capacity;
4. Large water tanks.

Rating of the best scrubber dryers

Model Cleanfix RA431E, Switzerland

The machine is connected to the electrical network. Designed for cleaning medium-sized areas of warehouses, factories, offices, and sales areas. Simple and reliable to maintain. A good cleaning effect is achieved by pressing the brush onto the floor surface. The large-diameter wheels of the unit ensure easy movement and absence of vibration. The unit moves independently following the movement of the electric brush.

The model has good maneuverability and is easy to transport. There is good access to the battery. It is compact and reliable in maintenance. Has high cleaning efficiency for medium-sized areas. Installed rigid tanks with thick transparent walls for water and dirty liquids are completely cleaned of dirt. Through the transparent lid, visual control of the level of its filling with liquids occurs.

The adjustable handle contains keys for the worker, a regulator for the supply of soap solutions and squeegee settings.

To use the mechanism, no special training or experience is required for the employee.

Applicable:

• at transport infrastructure facilities;
• in warehouses;
• in sports complexes;
• on social facilities of medium size.

The price is 175,950 rubles.

Cleanfix RA431E

Advantages:

• high performance;
• wide brush diameter;
• small dimensions

Flaws:

• long length of electrical cable;
• manual (pushed) type of drive.

Model Windsor Chariot “Standard”, USA

One of the latest developments, the battery-powered car of the American brand has no analogues in the world. Created in the form of a chariot with a “standing” workplace. Its unique capabilities are appreciated by hundreds of customers. It has small dimensions and a perfectly calculated design, which allows it to be deployed in narrow passages from 134 cm, producing high-quality cleaning of the room.

The rider has high performance, which is increased by quick replacement of batteries. The patent for the AquaMizer system can reduce the consumption of soap solutions by up to 30%.

Equipped with 2 disc brushes with a rotation speed of up to 300 rpm. Water is pumped to the brush. Membrane tanks with a volume of 114 liters are installed for clean and dirty water.

A good option for fast and high-quality cleaning for large premises. Uninterrupted operation is ensured by high-power batteries. Controlled using the steering wheel and pedals.

Applicable:

• for deep cleaning and washing of large areas (floors of retail, concert, exhibition halls);
• cleaning office and industrial areas;
• preparatory work before subsequent polishing;
• cleaning carpets, tiles, marble floors.

The price is 530,564 rubles

Windsor Chariot "Standard"

Advantages:

• high brush drive power;
• Availability of a quick battery replacement kit.

Flaws:

• small tank volume for clean and dirty water.

Model SC3500, Denmark

Convenient, mechanized control of the Nilfisk brand equipment of the SC3500 scrubber dryer provides assistance in obtaining high results and excellent quality of cleaning the surfaces of various objects.

The machine has the following improvements:

• increased productivity when washing and drying large areas;
• fast, convenient ergonomics and maneuverability with automatic activation of cleaning elements;
• improved cleaning results by increasing the pressing moment of the brush to the floor surfaces.

Its maximum productivity is 4260 m2/hour.

Equipped with 2 electric brushes and an operator seat.

Applicable:

• when cleaning large retail areas;
• when cleaning surfaces with ceramic, parquet, marble floors.

The price is 406,354 rubles

Nilfisk SC3500

Advantages:

• automatic lowering of clamping elements;
• change in pressure on the brush;
• LED headlights.

Flaws:

• increased (69 dB) noise level;
• large dimensions.

Model Becker A5 EVO 50B Numatic, England

The Numatic brand battery unit is very easy to use and has easy access to all technological components. High-quality cleaning is ensured by a smoothly moving brush together with a tank for dirty waste.

The machine has high productivity (up to 2000 m2/hour) and ensures good process quality. Equipped with 1 electric brush.

The mechanism has a built-in charger, a small (up to 0.5 m) charging cable and an adapter. The case is equipped with an indicator of low battery levels.

Used in rooms with heavy traffic:

• shop, restaurant, shopping center;
• pharmaceutical warehouse, medical institutions;
• transit area in a public space.

The price is 43875 rubles

Becker A5 EVO 50B Numatic

Advantages:

• additional accessories (charger and battery);
• mobility at work;
• good clearing width.

Flaws:

• insufficient volume of container for waste liquid.

Model Portotecnica Lavamatic, Italy

The cordless scrubber dryer from the Italian brand is very convenient and mobile. It is not tied to a specific location, as it runs on a self-charging battery.

It has the following characteristics:

• maximum useful life;
• high strength;
• unlimited operating time of the product;
• presence of drying function.

Used to restore order:

• in gyms;
• office and retail premises.

The price is 222,840 rubles.

Portotecnica Lavamatic

Advantages:

• compactness of the cleaning apparatus;
• large volume of tank for cleaning solutions.

Flaws:

• not detected.

Model TASKI swingo 2100μicro, USA

The American brand TASKI presents a battery-powered model for cleaning large spaces, produced thanks to modern technological developments. The machine combines small size, speed, maneuverability, and enormous productivity.

Equipped with 2 wide side position electric brushes.

A completely new approach to the design with the possibility of changing the position of the brushes to a lateral position guarantees a reduction in the operator’s physical labor and an increase in the areas being cleaned.

The compactness of the mechanism allows you to move the elevator to all floors of the room, cleaning not only flat areas, but also flights of stairs.

The ease of preparing the unit for operation, maintenance and storage maintains maximum efficiency and little time for operator training to work with this model.

The productivity of the practical cleaning area is 5000 m2/s per collector, or 2100 m2/hour

Model price: 1,370,000 rubles.

TASKI swingo 2100μicro

Advantages:

• Battery life is more than 4 hours;
• large capacity of the liquid tank;
• economical consumption of cleaning solution;
• convenient operator's workplace.

Flaws:

• heavy weight;
• high noise level.

Model RA 43 B 40 COLUMBUS, Switzerland

The Swiss model Columbus RA 43 B 40 is designed for cleaning small and medium-sized spaces.

Equipped with a powerful battery that allows you to work for more than 2.5 hours. The container with dirty liquid is closed with a transparent lid and has smooth side surfaces, which makes it easy to clean.

The dirt suction beam is located on a movable suspension, which effectively collects dirty water. Rubber accessories can be changed without the use of tools, and the wheels provide stable movement.

Applicable:

• in a hotel and restaurant complex;
• in medical institutions;
• in school and preschool institutions.

The machine is convenient to use because:

• the existing large diameter hole allows you to quickly pour clean liquid into the tank;
• water supply is smoothly regulated;
• the waste liquid is drained into the sink or genital opening;
• The brush pressure is adjustable.

The price is 238,209 rubles.

RA 43 B 40 COLUMBUS

Advantages:

• removable input filter;
• removable waste water tank.

Flaws:

• not detected.

Comparison table of characteristics

A comparison table will help you visually compare all the previously described models in terms of some performance indicators.

Cleanfix RA 800B Sauber

The model is suitable for cleaning a room of 6000 square meters. It can handle a similar volume in 1 hour, which makes the machine a leader among other models. There is a conveniently equipped operator position, a simple control system, disc brush heads, high maneuverability and speeds of up to 9 km/h, as well as an optimal suction beam width of 1.05 meters.

Pros:

1. High performance;
2. Fast speed;
3. Small machine width of 72 cm;
4. Leaves behind a clean and dry surface.