As the house manual editor of Ideal Home, it is Literally My job is to test cleaning products. And as I’ve been testing a lot, it’s become very difficult to impress me—let alone create a product that I’ll willingly use in my own home for months on end. But that’s what Philips did when they launched Philips OneUp 5000 Series Electric Mop (£149.99 at Amazon) last year.
Over the years, the The best mops Quite repetitive in terms of design and delivery. And while I won’t use the term ‘old fashioned’, I think the mop world needs a shake up. This happened when this battery operated model Push me back to my electric mop era Eight months ago.
I was impressed at the time, but I’m not someone who constantly recommends something without following through. So, as I’ve used this electric mop several times a week for the past eight months (I’ve worked out that I’ve used it over 100 times, in fact), I thought I’d share what I love — and the things I don’t — about this viral floorcare product.
Philips OneUp 5000 Series Electric Mop
The set comes complete with an electric mop, a USB charger, a mop pad and a bottle of cleaning solution.
1. The water tank drains very quickly (but the cleaning solution lasts for years).
The main USP of the Philips OneUp Electric Mop is, unsurprisingly, the patented OneUp technology that continuously pumps clean water onto the floor while simultaneously vacuuming up the dirty water it leaves behind. And while the 281ml clean water tank is fairly large, I’ve found that it empties quite quickly.
Philips claims that one tank should be enough to cover 125 square meters, and I personally find it perfect for a quick look around my three-bedroom house. For deep, weekly cleanings in the winter, however, I often need to top up the tank to do all my hard cleaning. flooring.
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Despite this, one positive is that very little water is wasted during the mopping process, which is a nice change from traditional mops and buckets – especially since I’m on a water meter and extremely conscious of how much water I use.
And while I may have to fill the tank a little more than I’d like, I do love That cleaning solution lasts for ages. Philips says each cartridge offers up to 40 cleans, but I’ve found that I can stretch it further by reducing the dosage of my light cleanse. So, I just had to buy a replacement for the bottle that originally came with the electric mop.
Philips OneUp Floor Cleaning Solution – Pack of 2
It’s easy to buy a replacement cleaning solution bottle, and I suggest you do so. He doesn’t have it That much Of a scent, but it certainly adds freshness to a merely mopped room.
2. The run time surprised me (in a very good way).
On paper, the Philips OneUp 5000 Electric Mop has a runtime of up to 70 minutes, depending on the setting you use (and there are two to choose from). But just like that How does the washing machine come with you?I found that Philips OneUp’s run time also surprised me.
On one occasion, I got 79 minutes of cleaning time on a single charge. And while I don’t want to make false promises or imply that you will be able to do the same, I personally thought I would have to charge more than I have.
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I also think the 4-hour charge time is pretty respectable, as I’ve never had an occasion where I needed to clean my floors within four hours of first cleaning. I’ve rarely had to use it for more than 15 minutes at a time, so I’ve found that I can go a few weeks without charging it.
The Philips OneUp 3000, which is slightly cheaper, has a shorter battery life of 50 minutes – but it should be enough if you’re willing to charge it more often. Just be warned that it also has a lower power setting and takes twice as long to charge.
Philips OneUp 3000 Series Electric Mop
The 3000 series isn’t as high-tech as the 5000 series, but it may still deserve a place in your home if you’re on a tight budget.
3. The mop head is fairly strong (but not invincible).
I’ve tested a lot of mops over the years, and one thing I can tell you is that it’s important to choose a mop with the right mop head. a lot. Some are incredibly flimsy during cleaning, making it difficult to get into nooks, crannies, and corners, and this makes it difficult. Clean the mop head.
However, the mop pad of the Philips OneUp 5000 is strong and solid – however, I think it should cover the necessary components for the OneUp technology. And because the mop pads are reusable, I haven’t noticed any reduction in cleaning quality or mop efficiency when I use them, as they’ve stayed solid throughout.
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In fact, the only problem I’ve had over the past eight months is that these mop pads aren’t invincible. When they can do Machine washable, this has its limitations – and I haven’t found my experiences to match Philips’ claim that a mop pad can last up to six months.
I’ve seen it last about four months in the washing machine before it starts to disintegrate, most noticeably when the blue foam comes off in small pieces. This is a bit annoying, but I love the mop so much that I’m willing to ignore it and buy replacement pads when needed. This is something to consider if you don’t want to pay £35 every few months.
Philips OneUp Replaceable Pads – Pack of 2
Coming in at £17.50 a piece, these mop heads are pricey – but cheaper when you buy a two-pack rather than a singular mop pad.
4. It’s expensive (but I think it’s worth it)
As part of my job, I test many different floorcare tools—from regular mops and buckets to Best vacuum mops. And while there’s no denying that the Philips OneUp Electric Mop is at the premium end of the price spectrum, I think it’s worth it. After all, I still wouldn’t be using it in my own home if I didn’t.
And while I’d always recommend those with a bigger budget splurge on the right vacuum mop for more efficient, multi-purpose cleaning, I think the Philips OneUp provides a nice middle ground for those who feel regular mops don’t offer the results they should.
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Battery power and OneUp technology allow it to clean floors efficiently (without leaving them too wet) and ensure that all dirt is removed. This is a big step up from some non-electric mops that can spread dirty water around the floor without actually having to deal with the problem.
I have also done the same test Kärcher EWM 2 Electric Wipe Mopwhich has a higher RRP than Philips, and Still Philips OneUp was found to be the best. It’s easy to use and easy to maintain, and it offers the clean you’d expect from a product at this price point.
Yes, I’m still going strong in my electric mop era…
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