More recently, home appliances of this kind could not even be dreamed of by housewives, and today washing analogs, for example, a Thomas vacuum cleaner, can be purchased in almost any specialized store or shopping center. Manufacturers have already sufficiently saturated the sales market, but many potential buyers do not know all the features of this unusual for Russian consumer modern cleaning equipment in the house.

Washing vacuum cleaners can not only produce high-quality cleaning, but also fill the room with coolness, as well as pleasant aromas of freshness. In order to find out all the technical parameters, especially the use and care of such multifunctional household appliances, you just need to carefully read our article.

About the manufacturer

The Thomas company from Germany is considered a leader in the production and sale of a variety of equipment that provides high-quality cleaning of industrial and residential premises. Vacuum cleaners for home with a unique Aqua-Box - a new generation water filter, which was developed in the company's laboratories, they clean the air of dust with a 99.99% guarantee, after the end of cleaning dirty water just needs to be poured into the toilet bowl, and the aquafilter should be washed.

The company was founded by Robert Thomas in the first year of the last century; at the beginning of its activity, it was engaged in the production of tools and equipment for the domestic industry. It was this company that launched in 1930 the first European electric washing machine. Today, the fourth generation is at the head of a well-known company, successfully managing production processes, as well as marketing of finished products.

At its own production facilities located in the suburbs of Neunkirchen, professional, stationary and household vacuum cleaners are produced, for all the time of professional activity, the name THOMAS has become synonymous with the concept of “exceptional reliability”. The engineering department is constantly developing the latest technologies in the field of improving the ecology of residential and industrial premises. All devices coming off the assembly line of the company are unique in their own way.

Principle of operation

The washing vacuum cleaner has two tanks:

  1. Capacity for detergent and clean water.
  2. Tank for waste fluid.

The liquid is sprayed with a capillary tube mounted on the handle or at the base of the nozzle used. On the nozzle itself there is a nozzle through which dirty water is drawn in. Some models have additional filters for collecting large waste.

The location of the water tanks can be of three types:

  • vertical
  • horizontal
  • one of the containers inside the other.

The principle of operation of such household appliances is not very complex:

  1. The tank is filled with clean water.
  2. Then, detergents are added there, depending on the type of surface (the proportions are indicated in the instruction manual).
  3. The liquid is sprayed onto the surface using a nozzle, then the suction system is turned on, the used moisture along with the dust is sent to the tank.
  4. To clean fabric surfaces using special detergents. Under high pressure, the mixture is fed onto the carpet, which allows it to be cleaned to the entire depth of the pile.
  5. This versatile technique can work in standard dry cleaning mode - the garbage is collected in a separate bag or a special tank, which is also a filter.

The fifth option is used for dry cleaning of surfaces that are very sensitive to wet cleaning, for example, parquet.

Features

The washing vacuum cleaners of the German company Thomas are a high-quality wet cleaning, after which your house becomes almost perfectly clean, and the air in the rooms is fresh and humidified. This unique home appliance is designed for people who care about their health and wish to constantly be in a comfortable environment. These vacuum cleaners combine high functionality and the availability of innovative modern technologies.

Equipment from Thomas is an expert in cleaning matters, it is characterized by high maneuverability, easy operation, easy maintenance. Dimensions are almost identical standard vacuum cleaners, many models have vertical parking, so they take up little space. The control is made with rubberized buttons, the network cable has a long length, and the telescopic rod and hose allow for a wide cleaning radius.

The standard equipment of any model is based on such nozzles:

  • for mopping and carpet cleaning;
  • cleaning upholstered furniture;
  • removal of garbage from hard-to-reach places, for example, from central heating batteries;
  • delicate dust removal from polished wooden surfaces;
  • for washing mirrors and glass.

When choosing, you need to pay attention to the maximum length of the power cord, its automatic winding for storage inside the product.

The main structural element is the rod, a telescopic, non-separable stainless steel pipe is considered durable and reliable, its disadvantage can be inconvenient storage, as well as washing the inside.

The main feature of all models is the presence of the Aqua-Box, because it makes all the routine work of cleaning the room simple and quite enjoyable. During operation, the water filter allows you to suck in an aqueous mixture containing dust and fine litter into the unit, inside it goes through several cleaning steps, and fresh, saturated with moisture air enters the room, creating a comfortable microclimate.

The lineup

Numerous models of German engineers are distinguished by power, degree of filtration, structural additions and outdoor design. Therefore, potential buyers will be able to choose for themselves the option they like, which will take into account: design, color design, dimensions, sound exposure level, control capabilities, body material and all structural details and equipment.

The German company Thomas produces such household appliances:

  • dry cleaning of hard coatings, upholstery and carpets;
  • with the Aqua-Box system;
  • for wet cleaning of parquet;
  • with water filters;
  • wet cleaning of laminate and linoleum;
  • washing products with the Hygiene-Box system;
  • universal products.

Here are the main components of German technology under the Thomas logo: ecology, usability, reliability and great durability. Users should remember that Thomas household appliances are highly durable, have a long service life, but only with strict observance of the operating rules.

Advantages and disadvantages

The main advantage that has already been mentioned is the possibility of wet cleaning of carpets and carpet, as well as upholstery of upholstered furniture, only carpets with high pile should be dried outside after processing. There is no alternative to washing vacuums in this area, they are also indispensable during repairs: to collect building dust, traces of wallpaper glue from the floor, to wash heating radiators - this is the job for such products.

Benefits include:

  1. Quick and easy removal of any dirt from horizontal surfaces.
  2. Carry out dry cleaning and remove accidentally spilled liquid.
  3. Filtration with humidification of air passing through the product, which is especially important for patients with asthma, as well as people suffering from allergies. The collected dust is held securely in the container.
  4. The ability to wash vertical surfaces and remove dust from upholstered furniture.
  5. The ability to clean small blockages in the sewer.

Many experts, despite the many positive qualities of washing vacuum cleaners, are in no hurry to call them universal technology.

There are cons, but there are not so many:

  • such a technique will not be able to remove dirt from carpets having a dense and high pile;
  • after wet cleaning, moisture remains on the carpets and must be dried;
  • the product must be thoroughly washed after each cleaning, this procedure takes at least 20 minutes;
  • they consume a lot of electrical energy, compared to standard counterparts.

The conclusions are quite simple: washing vacuum cleaners easily remove dust and dirt from any surface, at the request of the user they can perform dry cleaning, humidify and clean the air in the room, wash mirrors and glasses, but sometimes the dimensions of the products are slightly larger than standard analogues, so storing them in a small apartment is very difficult.

Comparison with Bissel Vacuum Cleaners

The American company produces washing vacuum cleaners, which are armed with a lot of nozzles that help remove dust from any hard-to-reach place in the apartment, according to assurance manufacturer, they are universal and will become indispensable assistants in improving the living conditions of your stay.

To compare these two fairly common types of detergents, we chose two models, and all the main technical data were tabulated.

Comparison table for vacuum cleaners Bissell and Thomas

Name Units Bissell 7700-j TWIN TT Aquafilter
Type of cleaning   dry / wet
Power:

consumption

suction

Tue

2000

330

1600

240

Number of Filtrations 3
Dust collector: aquafilter

capacity

l

4

1

Noise level db 84 81
Dimensions mm 330x330x600 340x545x355
Weight kg 9 9,2
Cord length m 5,5 6,0
Radius of action m 9,5 10,0
Power adjustment on the case
Water containers:

clean or with detergent

dirty

l

5,0

4,0

2,4

4,7

average price ruble 34 734 15 280

As a result, we obtain that the products, despite a significant difference in power consumption - 400 W and a small difference in suction powerare almost similar, only Thomas is more than half the price and has a power regulator. Most likely, consumers will choose the German model, because in terms of quality and reliability, this vacuum cleaner is the best in the world, makes less noise and has an attractive price.

Drybox amfibiaThomas Allergy & FamilyTWIN XTTWIN T1 AquafilterThomas Mokko XTAQUA-BOX CompactTHOMAS TWIN TT AQUAFILTERThomas Multi Cyclone Pro 14ThomasAquaPet & FamilyPerfect Air Feel Fresh
TitleDrybox amfibia
Allergy & Family
TWIN XT
TWIN T1 Aquafilter
Mokko XT
AQUA-BOX Compact
TWIN TT Aquafilter
Multi Cyclone Pro 14
Aqua Pet & Family
Perfect Air Feel Fresh
Cleaningdry and wet
dry and wet
dry and wet
dry and wet
dry and wet
dry
dry and wet
drydry and wet
dry
Power consumption1700 watts
1700 watts
1700 watts
1600 watts
1600 watts
1700 watts
1600 watts
1800 watts
1700 watts
1700 watts
Dust collectorbagless (cyclone filter), 1.80 L capacity
1.90 L Aqua Filter
1.80 L water filter
4 liter water filter
1.80 L water filter
1.90 L Aqua Filter
1 L Aqua Filter
bagless (cyclone filter), 2 l capacity
1.80 L water filter
1.90 L Aqua Filter
Pricefrom 24650 rub.from 20 750 rub.from 18050 rub.from 11900 rub.from 16 100 rub.from 14400 rub.from 15750 rub.from 6350 rub.from 17900 rub.from 15200 rub.

Rating of vacuum cleaners Thomas

We present to your attention a review of the best models from the Thomas company, because the places here were not allocated - there are only technical specifications, positive and negative qualities, collected based on feedback from real users.

Drybox amfibia

Drybox amfibia

  • Type: Vacuum Cleaner
  • Type of cleaning: dry / wet
  • Power Consumption: 1700 W
  • Dust collector: cyclone filter1.8 l
  • Detergent tank capacity: 1.8 L
  • Noise Level: 82 dB
  • Dimensions: 318x486x306 mm
  • Weight: 8.25 kg
  • Network cable length: 8 m
pros
  • famous german brand
  • soft bumper protects furniture from bumps
  • power regulator on the case
  • high quality cleaning
  • fluid collection function
Minuses
  • not found

Allergy & Family

Thomas Allergy & Family

  • Type: Regular
  • Type of cleaning: wet and dry
  • Power consumption: 1.7 kW
  • Dust bag: 6 L bag, 1.9 L aquafilter, HEPA filter
  • Power cord length: 8.0 m
  • Radius: 11 yards
  • Noise Level: 81 dB
  • Dimensions: 318x486x306 mm
  • Weight: 8.0 kg
pros
  • powerful suction
  • you can choose dry or wet cleaning
  • all dust sticks to boxing stacks
  • easy to use and wash
Minuses
  • not found

This model was specially designed for very high-quality dry and wet cleaning of the apartment to remove maximum dust and allergens. The model is equipped with various nozzles to the maximum for all occasions in life, including a turbo box and nozzles for different parquet processing.

TWIN XT

  • Type: Regular
  • Type of cleaning: dry / wet
  • Power: consumption - 1700 W, suction - 260 W
  • Dust collector: cyclone filter, 1.9 l
  • Number of filtration steps: 3
  • Noise level: not higher than 81 dB
  • Network cable length: 8.0 m
  • Weight: 12.0 kg
  • warranty: 24 months
pros
  • excellent cleaning quality
  • low noise
  • easy to dismantle and assemble
  • wash the laminate and floor tiles well
Minuses
  • the cyclone filter is quickly filled

TWIN T1 Aquafilter

  • Type: Vacuum cleaner with aquafilter
  • Type of cleaning: wet and dry
  • Power consumption: 1.6 kW
  • Dust collector: Aqua-filter 1, dirty water tank 4 l
  • Network cable length: 6.0 m
  • 10 yd range
  • Noise Level: 69 dB
  • Dimensions: 483x353x324 mm
  • Weight: 8.4 kg
pros
  • quiet and quality work
  • washes laminate, linoleum and tile
  • perfectly cleans carpets
  • strong and reliable
Minuses
  • not found

Mokko XT

Mokko XT

  • Type: washing
  • Type of cleaning: wet
  • Power Consumption: 1600 W
  • Dust collector: 1.8 L aquafilter, 6 L HEPA bag
  • Number of filtration steps: 4
  • Noise Level: 81 dB
  • Dimensions: 318x486x306 mm
  • Weight: 8.0 kg
  • Network cable length: 6.0 m
pros
  • powerful and easy to use unit
  • well cleans any surface in the house
  • compact, multifunctional
  • easy to use and rinse filters
Minuses
  • flimsy water hose

AQUA-BOX Compact

AQUA-BOX Compact

  • Type: ordinary model
  • Type of cleaning: dry / wet
  • Power: consumption - 1.4-1.7 kW, suction - 320 W
  • Dust collector: 1.9 L aquafilter, HEPA filter
  • The number of degrees of purification: 4
  • Network cable length: 6.0 m
  • Noise Level: 81 dB
  • Dimensions: 486 × 318 × 306 mm
  • Weight: 7.5 kg
pros
  • completely filters air from dust
  • 4 power adjustment modes
  • lightweight and manoeuvrable
  • excellent design and equipment
  • convenient container - easy to clean
  • flaws: small equipment
Minuses
  • not found

TWIN TT Aquafilter

THOMAS TWIN TT AQUAFILTER

  • Type: Vacuum Cleaner
  • Type of cleaning: wet and dry
  • Power: consumption - 1.6 kW, suction - 240 W
  • Dust collector: aquafilter, 1.0 l
  • Waste water tank: 4 L
  • Noise Level: 81 dB
  • Dimensions: 340x545x355 mm
  • Weight: 9.2 kg
  • Network cable length: 5 m
pros
  • wash any surface well
  • quite powerful
  • long service life
  • assembly reliability
Minuses
  • it is inconvenient to wash an aquafilter
  • poor maneuverability

Multi Cyclone Pro 14

Thomas Multi Cyclone Pro 14

  • Type: Classic
  • Type of cleaning: dry
  • Power: consumption - 1.8 kW, suction - 350 W
  • Dust box: 2.0 L cyclone filter, HEPA filter 10
  • Network cable length: 6.0 m
  • Radius: 9.0 m
  • Noise Level: 80dB
  • Dimensions: 330x390x530 mm
  • Weight: 5.5 kg
pros
  • power, compactness, maneuverability
  • lightweight and easy to use
  • without dust bags, normal equipment
Minuses
  • not found

Aqua Pet & Family

ThomasAquaPet & Family

  • Type: Regular
  • Type of cleaning: dry / wet
  • Power consumption: 1.7 kW
  • Dust collector: aquafilter, 1.9 l
  • Number of filtration steps: 3, HEPA filter
  • Dimensions: 320x310x490 mm
  • Weight: 8.0 kg
  • Network cable length: 8.0 m
pros
  • washing unit
  • power adjustable
  • easy to assemble / disassemble
  • perfectly cleans floors and carpets
Minuses
  • not found

Perfect Air Feel Fresh

Perfect Air Feel Fresh

  • Type: Vacuum Cleaner
  • Type of cleaning: wet and dry
  • Power: consumption - 1.7 kW, suction - 300 W
  • Dust collector: 1.9 L Aquafilter, HEPA 13
  • Network cable length: 8 m
  • Radius: 11 yards
  • Noise Level: 68 dB
  • Dimensions: 318x294x467 mm
  • Weight: 7.0 kg
pros
  • powerful and compact
  • clean air outlet
  • it washes and cleans well
  • nimble and maneuverable
Minuses

findings

The products of the German company Tomas are reliable and durable, many models have identical dimensions and weight, and the differences in weight are small, but almost all are equipped with Aqua or cyclone filters. Each user can choose the best option for himself in the lineup.