Here are some key differences between them that you may want to know before making a purchasing decision.
(The models we will compare are Hoover Floormate SpinScrub FH40010B/FH40010 and Deluxe FH40160PC/FH40160)
FH40010B vs FH40010 ==> same machine, B stands for Bonus, FH40010B comes with bonus Hard Floor Wipes that are good for spot cleaning
FH40160PC vs FH40160 ==> same machine, PC means Plain Carton
Floormate Deluxe vs SpinScrub
images from manufacturer
Cleaning Modes
This is one of the apparent differences. The SpinScrub has 3 modes to select from – Vacuum, wash, and dry, whereas the Deluxe cuts the Vacuum Feature, only wash and dry modes.
The Vacuum mode is for dry debris pickup.
Handle Design
The SpinScrub has a foldable handle for simple storage whereas the Deluxe has a fixed handle that cannot be folded.
Tank
1, Location
The SpinScrub tanks are located at the front whereas the Deluxe tanks, taller and thinner, are positioned at sides.
2, Capacity
The Deluxe has a larger tank capacity that is 1.5 quarts versus 1 quarts on the SpinScrub.
Weight
The Deluxe is over 2 pounds lighter, it weighs 13.8 pounds whereas the SpinScrub has a weight of 16.5 pounds.
Cord length
The SpinScrub has a 7 feet longer cable that is 27 feet versus 20 feet on the Deluxe.
Nozzle
The SpinScrub has a Nozzle Width of 13 inch versus 11.5 inch on the Deluxe.
The SpinScrub has 6 scrubbers whereas the Deluxe has 4 scrubbers.
Wider nozzle means you can clean your floors with less time whereas smaller nozzle allows you to use it to clean tighter areas.
Cleaner Brush
The SpinScrub has one brush whereas the Deluxe comes with 2 brushes – a Wood Floor Brush and a stiffer Tile & Grout Brush.
Warranty
The SpinScrub carries a 1 year limited warranty whereas the Deluxe is backed by 2 year warranty.
Clean Boost Trigger
The Deluxe has a Clean Boost Control at the handle that allow you to apply extra detergent on those tough stains and heavy traffic areas.
Whereas the SpinScrub does not have this trigger.
Motor
The SpinScrub has a 6 amps motor whereas the Deluxe has a 3.5 amps motor.
Handle Release Pedal
The pedals are located at the back, the one on the Deluxe is at the mid whereas the one on the SpinScrub is located at the left side and is smaller.
If you own these 2 Hoover hard floor cleaners, please share your experience, add more comparison info to help people buy the better one.
What is the difference between 40160 and 40160pc
The difference is as stated above, it is the same model – PC stands for “Plain Carton”
My spin scrub does have the clean boost trigger.
does the motor size difference provide more suction or just less power consumption?