I currently have a Shark Steam Mop, but it is broken and I'm looking to replace it. How does this product compare to the Shark? Pros/cons? Thanks!
605069
I have never used the Shark but I really like the Swiffer it does a great job on our stained concrete floors. The pros are that the card is really long so you aren't constantly having to change plugs all the time. The only con is that you have to continuously press the steam button and can get a little uncomfortable if you are doing large spaces.
605070
I haven't used the Shark, sorry. But I really like this item. It is easy to use and steams right away.
605071
I have the Steam Mop, too. This is cheaper (if I remember correctly, but I know this Bissell costs about $50 everywhere) and IMO works better when you use it with the cloths. I used it AFTER I had already steamed the floor and I still got a lot of dirt on the cloth, it really surprised me! The only CON I've come across with this is that you have to buy more cloths. Since I have a regular steamer still I've still used that between times when the floor looks like it needs a better clean up. If you have a fabric cloth big enough and thin enough to stick the corners into the little spots where the cloth goes you can use it with just the fabric and it works just like a regular steamer. I have the Steam Mop, too. This is cheaper (if I remember correctly, but I know this Bissell costs about $50 everywhere) and IMO works better when you use it with the cloths. I used it AFTER I had already steamed the floor and I still got a lot of dirt on the cloth, it really surprised me! The only CON I've come across with this is that you have to buy more cloths. Since I have a regular steamer still I've still used that between times when the floor looks like it needs a better clean up. If you have a fabric cloth big enough and thin enough to stick the corners into the little spots where... » Read More I have the Steam Mop, too. This is cheaper (if I remember correctly, but I know this Bissell costs about $50 everywhere) and IMO works better when you use it with the cloths. I used it AFTER I had already steamed the floor and I still got a lot of dirt on the cloth, it really surprised me! The only CON I've come across with this is that you have to buy more cloths. Since I have a regular steamer still I've still used that between times when the floor looks like it needs a better clean up. If you have a fabric cloth big enough and thin enough to stick the corners into the little spots where the cloth goes you can use it with just the fabric and it works just like a regular steamer. « Show Less
605072
I have the Steam Mop, too. This is cheaper (if I remember correctly, but I know this Bissell costs about $50 everywhere) and IMO works better when you use it with the cloths. I used it AFTER I had already steamed the floor and I still got a lot of dirt on the cloth, it really surprised me! The only CON I've come across with this is that you have to buy more cloths. Since I have a regular steamer still I've still used that between times when the floor looks like it needs a better clean up. If you have a fabric cloth big enough and thin enough to stick the corners into the little spots where the cloth goes you can use it with just the fabric and it works just like a regular steamer.
1898422
I returned the SharkVac. It didn't do the job...did not climb the walls and did not do a great job cleaning the entire pool. I bought a Dolphin Premier and am happy with its performance. It has two rollers.
1434001
I am generally happy... I love how I can clean a whole house on one tank of water, I like the adjustable steam setting that actually works( not like the shark) . I like how it has a on off switch for the steam , I also like the fact I can attach micro fiber clothes to it.. What I don't like is it is a bit heavy and hard to push at first, esp on slate floors. The dail pops off easy, but is easy to pop back on ..
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Do not buy it. It does not clean at all, much less corners. I went through 2 of them in 6 months. They just stop producing steam on the bottom. They build up the steam instead and blow it out the release valve on the side that they don't show in the picture. The first mop did it after 2 months, by the time I got the second one from Bissell it had been about 4 months since I bought it and the second one broke on it's second use. They replaced it with a different model but would not give me my money back. The replacement barely got hot, it just dumped warm water on the floor and leaked out the filter. After 6 months I got a shark, professional with the 3 speeds. I've been happy ever since. Do not buy it. It does not clean at all, much less corners. I went through 2 of them in 6 months. They just stop producing steam on the bottom. They build up the steam instead and blow it out the release valve on the side that they don't show in the picture. The first mop did it after 2 months, by the time I got the second one from Bissell it had been about 4 months since I bought it and the second one broke on it's second use. They replaced it with a different model but would not give me my money back. The replacement barely got hot, it just dumped warm water on the floor and leaked out... » Read More Do not buy it. It does not clean at all, much less corners. I went through 2 of them in 6 months. They just stop producing steam on the bottom. They build up the steam instead and blow it out the release valve on the side that they don't show in the picture. The first mop did it after 2 months, by the time I got the second one from Bissell it had been about 4 months since I bought it and the second one broke on it's second use. They replaced it with a different model but would not give me my money back. The replacement barely got hot, it just dumped warm water on the floor and leaked out the filter. After 6 months I got a shark, professional with the 3 speeds. I've been happy ever since. « Show Less
2283348
There is no comparison. The wooly mop is the best. It holds all the dust but you do not see it until you start shaking it out. My mother always had one and it lasted forever. And once you buy the dust mop you have no refills to purchase and nothing to throw away in the landfills.
1803394
I just got mine, but we bought my mother this mop about 5 years ago from bed, bath and beyond and she is having no problems. I just mopped my floors yesterday, I wish shark would of included like a scrubber pad type thing. If you have like greasy dirt on floor, this mop will not clean it, I have to manually remove the grime. I found spraying a little floor cleaner on the dirty area first helps. Good suction on the broom vacuum part.
1737255
Hi, I am not impressed with this mop or any Haan mop. If you call their customer service number you will be told that their mops do not clean floors they only sanitize. I want a mop that cleans my floors.
1491267
I had a Shark unit before the Haan and I gave it away pre-maturely because I no longer had wood floors. Now I have them again so I wanted to buy a better unit. The consumer buying guide rated this one at the top. So, I got it. It works well but it seems like the cheaper Shark produced more steam. I still like this one better because it heats up very fast and for the money you get a handheld that you can use in smaller places (ie. counter tops etc.). I'm happy. It's definitely better constructed than the Shark. Good luck.
1433997
Overall I think it is great - the cord length, the length of time the steam last before water change...the steam is really hot and cleans really well - my only gripe is this is the third time we've had to replace the main mop head attachment. They need to modify their design so it does not break so easily. Oreck replaced the head once under warranty and the second time they wanted us to bring it in to a shop. Since my wife didnt want to do without the mop I just ordered another one - we figured $37 for the part plus shipping was better than doing without it. And guess what - the part is on back order. If it breaks again we're going to find a different mop and will not purchase an Oreck.
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same problem, no suggestions i regret purchasing this mop, I had a steam shark mop but it did not have "solution " to cleam with. I am going to stay with the shark and return this one. what a mess. my tile floor is even sticky. I had to go over it with the steam only to get rid of the sticky tile floor i woud never use this on y hard wood too much water
207600
I can only say compared to the Shark [which I also have] the Bissell has more functionality. Especially on tile shower walls and hard to reach places...easy to use.
911216
Yes that's exactly what happened to the one I purchased. Customer Service was non existent. I sice purchased a swifter steam mop and works well for the money.
1177944
I got rid of mine a long time ago, I found it hard to push and it left my floor really wet. I bought the Shark, it has 2 interchangeable steam heads, and it works great, it doesn't leave my floors soaking wet, and it throws out a lot of steam. It does say to use distilled water with it, but I don't, after about a year and a half it did plug up with calcium deposits, but I just took the steam head apart which was easy and soaked it in Vinegar, then cleaned out the small tube with a paper clip, now it works great again.
455172
I haven't found ANY steam mop that will 'clean' grout very well. It will clean fairly well if you let the mop sit on an area for a few seconds, but it won't scrub the grout lines if that's what you're looking for. For that matter neither does my hard floor cleaner by another well known floor cleaning company.
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I think the hurricane mop is GREAT! I have absolutely no complaints. Everything they say in the advertisement is true. You put water in the bucket, wet your mop, pop it into the hole but make sure you position it just right so that it's straight in, pump the lever on the side to wring out the water, and then mop away. It goes under, around, behind, and does a great job. I am very happy with it! And I don't need to wring it out with my hands, or get on my hands and knees to get a good clean floor.
241028
This thing is awesome. The steam comes directly onto the the pad of the mop. Highly recommend this product!
1235564
I have vinyl floors however in our other home I used the steam cleaner and loved it. Just don't stay in one place glide it slow and do not leave it alone with it steaming. If you do it may turn you clear finish a foggy wht. I love it because it is more sanitary than a mop and bucket.