Another Alternative might have been cheaper and perform just as well
351550
I'm happy with mine but two days later, I saw one on Amazon that appeared to be made by the same company for about $40 less.
527674
Maybe its just me (I expected more of this product). It works just like any other product you buy off the shelf (I paid 14.99 + about 6.24 for shipping) I could have paid a lot less and got the same performance buying from a local store. I am not saying it doesnt work but I am saying its not different and not super special
981119
Not as easy to use as a competitor's product, and Nuance restricts the number of times I can change my hardware without having to repurchase. Works, but I wish I'd bought the other 'Fine..' product.
2248780
Does the job, but to be honest couldn't find nothing out of the ordinary, cheaper products seems to work just as well
4399120
It works as well as the more expensive, and I saved more money
573941
Needed a new motor; other options but this was closet to original equipment. Far from cheapest but did not want to spend more time shopping.
4825044
As many other reviews state, this product is not as soft as competitor products.  It's cheaper though.
2623630
I couldn't find an alternative at home improvement stores that was anywhere near as cheap or as efficient.  Local pet stores didn't carry this part nor did the LFS(just moved, so maybe there's a better one).
1026054
I am a Dyson advocate. This Bissell is an okay affordable alternative.  The Bissell 1305 Powerglide Pet Vacuum has many of the same great features of a Dyson:  easy switch from carpet to floor, hose with pet tool, filtration system for allergens, cyclonic system, bag less canister, and equivalent maneuverability.  (Side note:  normally, I do not compare items in my reviews.  I made an exception for this vacuum review because the items are so similar and the Bissell is a more cost effective product for those wanting a Dyson with the same features, but without the cost.)
1.  The easy switch.  On my Dyson I do have to bend over to switch from carpet to hard floor and turn the knob on the brush bar.  This Bissell has a little flip switch the on top of canister to turn off the beater brush. I don't have to bend over; easy peasy.
2.  The hose (and when using pet tool) is a little odd and more labor intensive to detach from the main unit.  Actually, it annoys me and is the main con of this vacuum.  You actually have to detach and reattach hoses in order to switch to the accessory tools. I do this a lot, especially when needing to reach into the crevices throughout the room.  The pet tool is okay.  Dyson definitely is superior for use with their pet tool.
3.  Bissell states the tested allergens was within 5% of acceptable range.  I have no way to test this function or disagree with those results.  I have to assume this is accurate information.  If this is a consumer concern, Dyson states that they certified Asthma and Allergy friendly by the Allergy and Asthma foundation of America.  Therefore, I would conclude Dyson to be superior in this category.
4.  There is a similar type of cyclonic system in both.  I have no expertise or opinion on which is better.
5.  They both have a bag less canister, which I like.  You don't have to buy bags; you can see everything you pick up, which means all those little Lego pieces sucked up can be rescued from the vacuum.  There is some maintenance with the canister.  You do have to clean it out every so often.  Easy to do, just kind of yucky if you think about what gets sucked up in there.spiders at our house.
6.  Same maneuverability:  very similar products in this category.  Im ambivalent.
I did want to address two other things:  Febreze filter and weight.  I find having the Febreze filter a nice touch because those of us with dogs that don't get bathed on a regular basis knows they don't smell very good all the time.  Therefore, the hair they shed gets sucked up in the vacuum can make the vacuum have a permanent funky odor.  My oldest Dyson (I have had for 10 years) has such a smell.  I contacted Dyson and they told me to put a Febreze Downy dryer sheet into the canister.  It helped mask the smell for a couple of weeks and then it was time to change it again.  The Bissell recommends changing the Febreze scented filter every 3 to 6 months.  I don't think it could possibly last that long.  The filters could add up if the smell bother you, however I just gave those readers a cheaper way to solve the smell problem.
Many other reviewers were complaining about the weight of the machine.  It does weigh in at a hefty 17 pounds, which is the equivalent of my Dyson vacuum too.  Yes, it can be a burden lugging it up and down the steps.  If you are unable to lift and carry 17 pounds, this is not the vacuum for you.
Overall, its a pretty good vacuum.  I would definitely recommend it, especially if you are looking for Dyson qualities at a more affordable price.
4246664
Works as advertised but was not that much faster than what I already had
4508862
They work great, but there are cheaper options that are better than these. If you don't know what those are, go with these as it's always a safe option.
2028563
It works well, but it should not have to be an additional purchase.
3539710
I bought this as an alternate to a more expensive photography platform and it was adequate for that that use.
4217635
This product works well, no complaints. However I found something similar (most likely of higher quality) for a cheaper price.
3651910
I appreciate the unit with the sole caveat that a single cell option may have been better. The additional performance of the second cell is really not all that beneficial. Usable range is not greatly enhanced in my estimation.
3308267
Does the job at a much cheaper price than a competitor's.
4263230
Worked as expected as a lower price than others that didn't prove as reliable.