A real cleaning machine
921373
Works great, cleaned porch, large and small deck,  with far less fatigue and what a good job it did.
4926006
Bissell proved to me that a vacuum cleaner does NOT have to be expensive to clean floors. And this one cleans well.  I especially like the efficient way it picks up dirt and dust without having to go back and forth so much.

The features are exactly what I need to complete my cleaning routine.
  ~  A sufficiently long cord to reduce un-plugging and re-plugging.  Add a side cord winding device and it is just right.  Many vacs have the cord on the rear of the canister and some include a winder (at additional cost) but a side-winder is best for me.  The vac's design mandates a side-winder it seems.
  ~  A simple on-off switch located at the top of the canister makes it so much easier to operate than having a switch near the floor or on the rear of the vac head.  A handle mounted switch is my favorite, however.  Located next to the on-off switch is the floor/carpet switch and that too is a good location and so much easier to operate.
  ~  Now we are hooked up and ready to vac.  The foot pedal to move the handle is big and easy to operate without any snagging.  The vac head is sufficiently heavy to assure a good vacuum between the head and carpet.  Forget that. This vac works and it really works well.  After experimenting with the carpet height setter I chose the one that works best for our carpeting.  It is nice to have an easy to reach setter and one that makes sense.  Even though I thought I had a moderately clean floor I was surprised to see the amount of embedded dust that it collected.  When I finished cleaning the entire house the cup was almost full of dust and other goodies including dog hair.
  ~  Removing the cup and emptying it could not be easier.  After several uses I removed the entire collection system and washed it in lukewarm water.  I was surprised at the amount of dust it kept out of sight but happy to see it there and not elsewhere.

I've gone on too far and long even though there are other things that make this a quality vac.  It performs beautifully and one feature that is so nice is the detachable canister.  It took a couple of minutes to figure out the routine but once lucidity returned it is a super feature to be able to just detach the canister from the main unit and get the high areas or the furniture like sofas and large chairs.  That pet attachment is effective and handy even if no pets are there.

I had only one negative comment.  The light shined into my eyes instead of onto the floor.  I did not want to attempt repairs so that I would not destroy the integrity of the machine or, as usual, mess it up big time.  It is very distracting but as long as there is transparent tape and wooden nickels there is a solution.  I taped a 2" disk over the up shooting light and left the front clear and now the problem does not exist.  The vac might have been damaged in transit or I might have opened it wrong or on and on.  As pappy said It ain't no big thang.  It's a great vacuum and I am now a fond new fan of BISSELL.
3255534
I just used the Bissell 9500 ProHeat and I love it.  I had a dirt devil previously and the Bissell is so much better than that one and better than most rental cleaners that I have used.  I love that it has on container for both the clean and dirty water.  It makes refilling and dumping a lot easier.  Most cleaners have two tanks but the Bissell has one tank with a "bladder" (their term) inside of it.  When the clean water runs out the dirty water tank is full so you refill and dump at the same time.  This is a big time saver.  Though the tank does not look big it holds a good amount of water and lasts a long time.

I also like that the cleaning solution is kept in it's own tank and the solution is mixed in with the water automatically depending on what cycle you use (heavy, normal, light).  The clean shot is a nice touch too.  Previously I would walk around with a spray bottle and spray spots.  Now I just hit a button while I'm cleaning.  Again, a nice time saver.

The attachments are nice.  There are four brushes.  One for the stairs, one for furniture, one for spot cleaning and a turbo brush.  The first three are all the same except they are different widths.  The turbo brush spins when in use.  The hose and attachments work well at cleaning tough spots and are the best attachments on any cleaner I have used.  The only problem I have with the attachments is that there is only three spots on the cleaner itself to hang the brushes, but I have four brushes. Not a big deal but kind of strange.

I would have given four and a half stars but it wouldn't let me.  So it has to be four.  The reason is that while cleaning small carpet fuzz accumulates on the floor when you are cleaning.  The fuzz does get sucked up  after a while but it gets kind of annoying having to keep going over spots you already did because of the fuzz.  The carpet also leaves streaks in  the carpet, but I have found that to be true with all cleaners.

Overall I find this machine to be wonderful.  In addition to a good product I also received good customer service from Bissell.  One of the hose hangers was broken when I took it out of the box.  I called Bissell and they sent me a new one at no charge and with no trouble. Also Amazon gave me great service.  I bought this ant a higher price on Amazon and a week later I found it for a lower price.  They refunded me the difference.
3403882
This is a small, quite powerful sweeper that is effective for quick cleanups. It has three handy attachments, a small brush, an extension tube and a small tube brush for crevices, etc. The HEPA filter is a great asset.  The vacuum has an extendable handle and can also be used as a hand vacuum. We are happy with this product and recommend it.
3482314
I use this machine to wash my floors.  It's great for surface dirt.
403051
I am so happy with this purchase!  It does an amazing job!!  I just used it to clean the floor around the kitchen table and look how dirty the water is!  And the the floor was pretty clean before I used it.  Or at least I thought it was.  It picks up the stuff we can't see.  I use this about once a month to get a deep clean.  I love this machine.

The only reason I didn't give it the 5th star is because the start button is in an awkward place.  Also, the handle is pretty hard on my hand, I wish it had a soft grip on it.
3057716
This is my third machine.  The last one lasted 8 years. I love this cleaning machine.  I have a dog so this machine picks up the fine grit that he drags in on his feet.  Easy to use, washes, picks up the water and dries the floor.  I purchased the newer slimmer model from a home store but it was loud and dumped water on the floor so I took it back.  I was happy to see this model was still on Amazon and at such a good price.
864461
This is a great Vaccuum. It seems to clean as well as a much heavier machine. It works well on dog hairs and gets along edges very well. Plus it is very easy to move around. The canister is also a good little machine and unexpected.
366880
There is a lot to like about the Bissell Lift-Off Floors & More Titanium, 53Y8 vacuum.

The core of this small machine is a hand held, dust buster style vacuum. When detached, it works to clean the places a regular vacuum cannot get to, like the crevices beneath and behind couch cushions. The suction is far better than I expected for a cordless machine and I was impressed by the amount of debris it pulled from our couch. (Wonder which kid is getting rid of their popcorn old maids down there?)

I tackled the upholstery of two couches, a love seat and eight dining room chairs before the power noticeably decreased. The battery lasted fifteen minutes or so, about three times as long as my old hand held.

The 2nd part of the vacuum is pretty much a frame into which the hand held snaps. With the hand held snapped into the frame, it functions like a full size with a roller brush that can be turned on or off depending on the surface being vacuumed. That said, it cannot compete with my regular full size in terms of suction strength or length of use (battery limits the time it can be used).

A great beneficial feature is that the Bissell folds up to tuck out of sight. This is a great primary use vacuum for a dorm room, R.V. or small studio apartment. In a bigger residence, it would function best as a back up to keep in a different area from your regular full size vacuum. We are storing ours in the second floor guest room. The area does not get a lot of regular use, so this smaller Bissell Lift-Off vacuum is perfect to have handy for occasional use after guests leave.
4690762
Amazing little machine.  Use very hot water and the Bissell cleaner included and you will be pleasantly surprised with the results.  You'll be disgusted with the amount of dirt this machine pulls up as well.
1631428
This does an amazingly good job of cleaning.  Read and follow the instructions.  It is very easy.  Keep it clean with the cleaning tool provided and rinse out the waste tank.  It is heavy to lug up and down stairs, but not more so than the competition.  The Hoover works better than the Bissell it replaced.
4031339
When I bought my house, I was worried about cleaning the hardwood floor. I can't afford a cleaning professional, so I ended up being careful not to make the floor dirty, e.g., no outside shoes on the floor. Still, after a couple of years of living here, the floor has developed a few dirty spots from dried milk, dead cockroaches, spilled beans, etc.

For a lazy person like myself, this Bissell hardwood vacuum and steam mop machine is a godsend. According to Bissell, this is the only machine that can vacuum and steam-mop at the same time. It has three modes: vacuum only, steam-mop only and both. In the steam modes, you can set it to high steam or low steam (the latter for hardwood floors). All it takes is some tap water. It just can't get simpler than that.

Well, the first time I used it, it did seem a little difficult to operate, in terms of getting it across the floor and actually covering the areas I wanted it to cover. In other words, it took a little getting used to, with steam coming out of the bottom. I did two passes the first time. Afterwards, the floor did feel and look a little cleaner.

The Symphony uses a fiber cloth pad which can be easily removed and washed. I'm lazy so I haven't done that yet, but it's good to know it's not one of those use-once-and-throw-away mop pads: good for my wallet, good for the environment. The mop pads, once cleaned, are easy to put back on thanks to an ingenious releaseable pad holder. One area Bissell can improve is the stream trigger has little tactile feedback, which makes it hard to tell if it's pressed or not, especially at night.

This is a high-quality floor mop and vacuum I can recommend to my friends.
3123179
Like everyone else, I'm really impressed with this machine.  It paid for itself the first time I used it.  (vs. professional carpet cleaning companies).  The machine appears to be very well built and effective.

A couple notes:
1. Make sure you remove the cardboard insert in the bottom of the machine.
2. ...and don't forget to check the waste water tank.  They give you some cleaning solution samples in the tank.
3. Keep the machine moving.  If you leave it in one spot, dirty water can drip onto the carpet.  If it's light colored carpet, it can leave a dirty spot.
4. If you use the hose, go easy on the spray button.  It tends to dispense a large amount of spray.
3730943
The Eureka Altima vacuum cleaner has come along way. First, the bad: It is still somewhat bulky to roll around, the electrical cord still is manual.  The round filter DOES collect all the allergens, pollen and dust and really works, but when you need to dump out the clear container, you need to remove the filter AND shake out the particles in the filter (do it outside). Now for the good: The wide track is rubberized for protection and the adjustable height adjusts for a deep rug to a bare floor. It truly does suck up all particles (kitty litter, dust, etc.) without spitting it out the back of the vacuum cleaner. The `spin duster' is a neat attachment, as it is soft and really does attract and pull out dust. Simply putting it back in its case and turning of the vacuum cleaner sucks out the 'spin duster'. There are several great attachments that are very handy and handily placed. So, besides the noise and the bulk and the fairly cheap plastic construction, this cleaner is the best I have had in my household to this day. Its worth the price.
352410
I bought this because I was so impressed with the Roomba 650.  I will add to this review but after 2 uses, I am glad have this little machine.  I purchased primarily to keep the kitchen floor clean in-between weekend mopping. Was impressed that it even went under our breakfast table.  I do need to buy another virtual wall to keep it confined to the kitchen/laundry room area as I would need to be around if it moved to the wood floor because it has problems avoiding the area rug.  As for the bathroom, it does a great job getting behind the toilet which is nice.  But don't expect this little machine to get a truly dirty floor that needs a little elbow grease.  It is more for cleaning up those little spills.  It is easy to use.  Would be nice if you could schedule it's cleaning time like the Roomba.  It is less noisy which is nice.
3578589
This is my second Dyson.  The first was an animal upright which i wanted to replace after almost ten years.  I have bare floors and area rugs and thought this canister style would be a better option, which it is.  I am not exaggerating when I say that this machine has the STRONGEST suction of any vacuum cleaner i have ever used, including my Dyson upright.  It pulled fine heavy grit-like stuff out of my rugs that nothing else could have gotten out.  it's so strong that it actually lifts room-size rugs off the floor a bit as you use it.  Pulling the trigger on the handle is a must on those occasions, as pulling the trigger cuts the suction at the cleaner head and allows you to keep moving.  The rotating brushes work well too, and yet seem relatively soft so I don't fear damage to the rugs or floor.  I rate suction power the single most important feature of a vacuum cleaner.  I feel, and know from experience, that a powerful suction keeps my house a lot cleaner with much less dust in the long run.  I enjoy using this.  It follows me around easily and is easier to use than the upright.  It's cord is not as long as the upright, but it automatically retracts perfectly, and i will take that over length of cord when I had to bend over and laboriously wrap the cord on the handle of the upright when finished.  With this model, you just push a button, and zip, the cord is back inside the thing.  Its amazing to think they pack so much power into something so relatively small and light.  I love it.
1361858
This is one great little machine that anyone would enjoy having.  It would also make a marvellously helpful gift.  I  was especially glad to find one in black.  When it arrived we had such fun trying it out on the furniture and carpets.  It makes light work of all these chores.  Now that we have owned and used it for a while, we can testify to features such as how easy it is to use to keep things in your home, vehicle or boat clean and fragrant.  Cleaning up after pets is an easy task with this Bissell spot cleaning product.  The solution holder and tank are clear so you can see when your cleaning solution runs out and you need to add more water and cleaning solution.  And the fact that it is uncomplicated to set up  facilitates the ease of use.  The machine itself can be emptied and cleaned quickly and effortlessly. We recently tried the Bissell rug and upholstery solution with Fabreze in it and the entire house smelled like a refreshing spring breeze.