BISSELL Lift-Off Floors & More Pet
So, out of the box - no manual, but very easy to put together in 2 quick steps. We were ok there.
I liked the initial look and feel of it. I LOVE the swivel head. I love how easy it is to store it away. I love that it can fold up neatly and be stored away in a closet, OR it can stay "opened" and stand neatly, perfectly in a corner, always waiting for use. I love that it is a handheld, PLUS a stick vac (that itself is part of the problem though...)
...As I was saying, this is a (weak) handvac on a stick. It has no power. No suck. No oomph.
Well, as long as what I need cleaned up can be done in about 30 seconds, this unit is fairly ok. The charge does not last. If I try to use it for more than literally a few minutes, you can hear it dying off. I will give it 5 minutes tops and that is being generous. And then guess what - You have to charge it for all but a full day before you can use it again! Um, what?!
I had hopes of using it for light...
*Best* Used For Hard Floors & *Handheld* For Pet Areas! NOT For ***HEAVY*** USE!
I'm not sure why some people are having such an issue with the BISSEL LIFT-OFF FLOORS & MORE PET VACUUM? Maybe they've got big dogs that shed a ton of hair or something or they're trying to use this thing as a regular vacuum cleaner and that could explain the performance problems.
I've got a small/medium sized Shiba Inu who sheds twice a year and so far the BISSELL LIFT-OFF has performed really well. I wouldn't use this to vacuum carpets or large areas; this machine is basically a handheld vacuum that gives you the option of going on the hard floors (wood, tile) like an upright, to clean up stray hairs, debris, and the like, but don't expect it to actually perform like a regular upright vacuum.
The handheld part comes off with a push of a button and I've used it to suck up hair off of my bed. My dog has red/cream colored fur and I've got black sheets (woof!), so I see ALL the hairs that fall off and stick to the bed, and the LIFT-OFF does a pretty decent job of...
BISSELL Lift-Off Floors & More Pet
I love this thing... it works great!
I love that it's light and I can move it around easily. The swivel head is great to move around furniture and it helps to move to the next section when I do my little carpet. I can do the whole downstairs before the battery runs out. That's 2 bedrooms and a living room in wood, 1 bathroom in tile, 1 dining room, kitchen and family room in linoleum. This guy works on all these floor types.
I have just a few throw rugs here and there and also bathroom rugs and this works great on them, too. It's also very easy to empty out and clean!
I know I am keeping my floors much cleaner due to this machine. It takes a lot of the work out of cleaning the floors and somehow makes it a bit fun.
*** UPDATE January 19, 2013 ***
I received a very nice floor vacuum for Christmas. Honestly, it's very nice. It's very powerful and it works very well. But, I find myself never, ever using it. It's just too...
Product Features
- 2 Machines in 1
- Clean upholstery, stairs, and dry spills; pet hair nozzle attracts and removes pet hair. Includes integrated crevice tool to clean hard to reach areas.
- Brush roll on/off; safely cleans all floor types
- Cordless Convenience; Freedom around household
- 2- way folding handle; for easy reach and compact storage
Description : Bissell Lift Off Floors and More Pet Vaccuum Cordless, 2-in-1 vacuum with powerful cleaning and convenience. The Lift-Off(R) Floors & More has a compact design that makes it ideal for keeping on-hand for quick clean-ups. Additionally, the vacuum has a rotating brush on its foot - helping to pick up more dirt and debris, especially from low-pile carpet and the brush roll can be turned off so you can safely clean hard floors as well. For quick cleaning of unexpected messes on the floor and above-floor surfaces, simply remove the incorporated hand vacuum that's charged and ready to go. The vacuum is also cordless, meaning you won't have to unwind and rewind the cord every time you clean. And when you're done cleaning, its handle bends backwards so you can store it in an even smaller spot than you could a regular stick vacuum. Item Features: Cordless - runs for up to 12.5 minutes Removable hand vacuum cleans hard-to-reach areas Brush roll turns on and off to clean all floor types safely 2-way folding handle for compact storage
BISSELL Lift-Off Floors and More Pet
The Lift-Off Floors & More PET is designed with convenience in mind. It provides powerful cordless cleaning and is ready to go for quick clean up. With its 2-in-1 design you have the benefits of an effective stick vacuum and hand vacuum in one!
The removable hand vacuum includes a rubberized nozzle that pulls out pet hair found on furniture, stairs, and other areas that hair collects.
Also, with the 2-way folding handle you can easily reach to clean under furniture as well as fold down for easy storage. The Lift-Off Floors & More PET is safe to use on virtually all surfaces. Turn the brush roll off to easily clean hard floor surfaces such as tile, laminate and wood. Turn the brush roll on to easily clean low pile carpet and area rugs.
Bissell Lift-Off Floors and More Pet
With its 2-in-1 design you have the benefits of an effective stick vacuum and hand vacuum in one! The Lift-Off Floors & More is safe to use on virtually all surfaces. The brush roll provides powerful pickup on low pile area rugs and carpet. Turn it off for cleaning delicate surfaces like hardwood and laminate. The removable hand vac allows you to clean upholstery, stairs and other hard to reach areas.
Maneuverable and Compact:
The swivel head and the 2-way folding handle allows you to easily reach to clean under furniture as well as fold down for easy storage. The long lasting batteries give you the freedom to clean without the restriction of a cord.
BISSELL Stick and Hand Vacuum Comparison
| Featherweight Vacuum, 3106  | Lift-Off Floors & More, 53Y8  | Lift-Off Floors & More PET, 53Y8-1  | PowerEdge PET Hard Floor Vacuum, 81L2-T  | Pet Hair Eraser Corded Hand Vac, 33A1  | CleanView Deluxe Corded Hand Vac, 47R5  | Pet Hair Eraser Cordless Hand Vac, 94V5-A  | |
Product Features & Attachments | |||||||
| Great for quick clean-ups of everyday messes | Cordless, 2-in-1 vacuum with powerful cleaning & convenience | Cordless, 2-in-1 vacuum, perfect for homes with pets! | Captures debris & pet hair along edges, in corners & tight spaces without attachments | Designed for quick cleaning of pet hair and dry messes | Powerful suction for quick, easy cleaning | Powerful and convenient cordless hand vacuum designed for homes with pets | |
| Converts to Hand Vacuum | Removable Hand Vacuum | Removable Hand Vacuum with Pet Hair Nozzle | Wipers made of pet hair-attracting material | Includes Flexible Contour Nozzle & Hard Nozzle | Flexible Contour Nozzle | Integrated Crevice Tool with Pet Hair Nozzle | |
| Crevice Tool | On/Off Brush Roll | Lint Strip to Attract Pet Hair and On/Off Brush Roll | Hose Adapter Nozzle | Wall Mount/Table Top Charging Stand | |||
| 2-Way Folding Handle for Compact Storage | 2-Way Folding Handle for Compact Storage | Hose and wide mouth tool | LED Charging Light | ||||
Product Specs | |||||||
| Cleaning System | Cyclonic | Cyclonic | Cyclonic | Cyclonic | Cyclonic | Cyclonic | Cyclonic |
| Filtration | 3-Stage | Standard | Standard | Pleated Paper Filter + Circular Foam Filter | HEPA Media | HEPA Media | Standard |
| Power Rating | 1.2 Amps | 10.8V | 10.8V | 5 Amps | 4 Amps | 4 Amps | 12V |
| Power Cord Length | 16' | Cordless | Cordless | 20' | 16' | 18' | Cordless' |
| Foot Width | 9.5" | 10" | 10" | 11.35" | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Bag or Bagless | Bagless | Bagless | Bagless | Bagless | Bagless | Bagless | Bagless |
| Weight | 5 lbs | 7 lbs | 7 lbs | 7.5 lbs | 5 lbs | 5 lbs | 4 lbs |
| Warranty | 1 Year | 1 Year | 1 Year | 1 Year | 1 Year Limited | 1 Year Limited | 1 Year Limited |
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