The short answer: sweepers pick up dry debris and dust; scrubbers wash and dry the floor. Many sites need both, or a combination machine.
Choose a sweeper if
—Your debris is dry: dust, gravel, packaging, offcuts.
—You clean outdoors or on rough surfaces such as car parks and yards.
—Dust control is the main goal.
Choose a scrubber if
—Floors are sealed or smooth: epoxy, vinyl, polished concrete, tile.
—You need to remove oil, grime or spills.
—Hygiene matters: food, health, retail, hospitality.
Then pick the size
Floor area decides whether you need a hand-held, walk-behind or ride-on machine. Tight aisles and stairs favour smaller machines; open warehouses favour ride-ons.
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