How to Connect Tineco Vacuum to Wi-Fi (Simple Guide)

One of the most intriguing features that the Tineco PURE and S12 have is the smartphone app integration. They are some of the few smart vacuums that have a dedicated smartphone app. In this post, you will learn why you need to connect your Tineco to Wi-Fi and how to connect it to a Wi-Fi network.

Why Connect Tineco to Wi-Fi

Because Tineco is basically an upright vacuum cleaner, many people wonder: why does Tineco have Wi-Fi? Sure, you can use a Tineco smart vacuum without connecting it to a Wi-Fi network; however, connecting your device to the Tineco app unlocks a multitude of features and benefits.

With the Tineco app, you can easily see the vacuum cleaner’s cleaning performance reports, suction power level, dirt level, battery level, and filter life. You also need the Tineco app to change the language of the vacuum’s voice prompts and upgrade the vacuum’s firmware.

The Tineco app interface is simple, with a large cleaning performance icon at the center. Clicking on the menu icon reveals a few options: Cleaning Record, Pre Filter, Battery Management, and Rename.

  • Cleaning Record – This menu shows you the cleaning record of your device. You can see the data by date (days, weeks, and months). Basically, it is a database of your cleaning activities.
  • Pre-Filter – This menu shows you the status of the pre-filter. It shows you if the pre-filter needs cleaning. This is a great feature because it takes away all the guesswork out of cleaning your device.
  • Battery Management – This menu shows you the status of the battery.
  • Rename – This menu allows you to rename your Tineco device.

The slider feature underneath the cleaning performance icon is interesting. Sliding it to the right increases the suction power, while sliding it to the left decreases it. The slider in the app may look redundant for the higher-end models but is useful for lower-end models due to the absence of an LED screen.

If all of this seems too much of a hassle, you can also click on the Auto button to activate the Auto mode. This turns off the iLoop sensor and lets the vacuum cleaner adjust the suction power for you.

The Tineco app also has a link to the YouTube app, just in case you want to watch a video while vacuuming. However, you can only do this with a Tineco vacuum equipped with a phone bracket on the device.

Overall, the Tineco app is quite responsive and easy to use with a simple interface. There really isn’t much when it comes to features, but it is a must-have for the Tineco lower-end vacuums.

How to Connect Tineco to Wi-Fi

Before connecting your Tineco smart vacuum to a Wi-Fi network, be sure to download the Tineco app and register an account. Go to the Google Play store on Android or App Store on iOS to search for “Tineco” and download the Tineco app. The app needs iOS 9.0 or later and Android 6.0 or later.

Once downloaded, open the app and register your account. After creating an account, please log in. Here is how to connect your Tineco smart vacuum to a Wi-Fi network in 9 simple steps:

  1. Open the Tineco app.
  2. Click “Add Device”.
  3. Select your Tineco device from the list.
  4. Press and hold the switch for 2 seconds.
  5. Click “Next”.
  6. Press and hold the Wi-Fi reset button for 3 seconds.
  7. Click “Next”.
  8. Enter the username and password of your Wi-Fi network.
  9. Scan the barcode of your Tineco device.

Once you have scanned the barcode using the Tineco app, please wait for the app to complete the setup process. It may take a minute or two, so please keep your Tineco vacuum close to your phone. The Tineco app will let you know once your Tineco device is successfully connected.

If you cannot scan the barcode, choose the manual network configuration. Select Tineco_xxxx hotspot (xxxx stands for the last four digits of the serial number). Return to the app after connecting to the network.

Bottom Line

Now you know why you need to connect a Tineco vacuum to Wi-Fi. You also know how to connect your Tineco vacuum to a Wi-Fi network. Hopefully, you can now enjoy using your smart vacuum cleaner.

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