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Tineco’s Carpet One Cruiser has earned a place on TIME Magazine’s Best Inventions of 2025 list, with the publication recognising its engineering, performance and design in the household category.
The inclusion comes as Tineco marks its third consecutive year as the global leader in the household wet and dry floor cleaner category, according to Euromonitor International. The company now claims a presence in more than 14 million homes across Australia, New Zealand, North America, Europe and Asia.
Targeting Everyday Frustrations With Smarter Cleaning
The Carpet One Cruiser replaces conventional carpet cleaning machines with a lighter, sensor-driven alternative. It features targeted extraction and automated water distribution, guided by Tineco’s iLoop smart sensors that adjust suction and water flow in real time.
Jade Tang, Country Manager ANZ, said the recognition from TIME reflects the company’s focus on the real-world needs of households.
“Tineco is investing in innovative cleaning technologies that make everyday cleaning at home simpler, faster and more effective for Australian consumers,” Tang said.
“We’re proud to receive this prestigious recognition from TIME Magazine for our Carpet One Cruiser. Coupled with our range of wet and dry hard floor cleaners, Tineco presents consumers with value-packed floor cleaning solutions that meet the challenges of busy households.”
TIME’s editors and correspondents assessed inventions on originality, ambition and real-world impact.
Key Features: Heating, Automation And Access
The Carpet One Cruiser includes a 75°C heated airflow system to reduce drying time by more than 50 per cent, along with a self-cleaning mode that automates post-use maintenance.
Bidirectional assist wheels and tank repositioning support ease of use, addressing long-standing friction points associated with traditional carpet cleaners. The product aims to make deep cleaning more accessible to users of all ages and physical capabilities.
Tineco said its development team was guided by consumer feedback and usability studies, focusing on pain points such as drying times, weight and post-cleaning mess.
The company holds 975 patents and 577 registered trademarks globally. Its products are sold through 450 storefronts across Australia and New Zealand, including major retailers like Harvey Norman and Costco.
Pricing And Availability
The Tineco Carpet One Cruiser is now available across Australia for $999 through the Tineco online store, Harvey Norman, Costco, Bing Lee and Mobileciti. In New Zealand, it retails for $1,099 via the Tineco Online Store, Harvey Norman and PB Tech.
Last Updated on December 9, 2025 by Nick Ross
