If you want better Weight
Choose Kenmore SpotLite Spot Cleaner. It scores 4.5 vs 2.0 for Weight, with a 4.2 overall score.
BISSELL Big Green Professional Carpet Cleaner Review
Bottom Line
Choose the Bissell Big Green if you need heavy-duty carpet cleaning, large tanks, strong suction, and fast drying. Skip it if you need a light, compact, quiet machine or only clean small spots.
Best for
Best for households cleaning large carpeted areas, tough stains, stairs, or upholstery where strong extraction, large tanks, and durable construction matter more than low weight.
Not for
Not ideal for people who need a compact, lightweight, very quiet cleaner, or for users who only handle occasional small spots and do not want the higher price.
Verdict
Review evidence consistently positions the BISSELL Big Green Professional Carpet Cleaner as a high-performance, large-area machine rather than a casual spot cleaner. Testers praised its unusually strong nozzle suction, efficient water use, large tanks, durable build, and ability to remove tough wet and dried-on stains while leaving carpets comparatively dry. The tradeoff is size and effort: multiple reviewers called it heavy, large, and expensive, and one noted loud operation. Accessory reach and stair/upholstery usefulness are real strengths, but maintenance is not completely tool-free because brushroll removal may require a screwdriver. Overall, the evidence favors it for people who prioritize deep cleaning power and long coverage over compactness, low weight, or budget pricing.
Feature Scorecards
Summary
39 reviewed features-
Very positive 4.5-5.023 (59%)
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Positive 3.5-4.411 (28%)
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Neutral 2.5-3.42 (5%)
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Negative 1.5-2.43 (8%)
Pros
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Overall opinion was strongly positive across most reviews, with repeated best-in-class or highly recommended conclusions, plus one mixed consumer-review outlier.
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Stain-removal performance was the strongest recurring theme, with reviewers praising dried-on, tough, vomit, tomato sauce, and other stain results.
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Heavy-duty suitability was a standout theme: reviewers repeatedly framed the machine as a workhorse for large areas and deep cleaning.
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Water-tank performance was repeatedly praised for large capacity, removable/refill-friendly design, and long coverage between refills.
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The liquid system stood out for efficient water use, removable/refillable tanks, visible solution status, and strong area coverage before refilling.
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Reviewers consistently praised suction at the floor head/nozzle, with repeated test evidence of class-leading extraction; the main caveat was weaker sealed suction at the hose in one test.
Cons
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Weight was the clearest repeated drawback: reviewers consistently called the machine heavy, large, or difficult for stairs and some users.
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Small-space suitability was weak because reviewers emphasized the need for storage space and cautioned against the machine for users who struggle with its size and weight.
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Innovation was a weak spot in one review, which said the machine’s only unusual trait was being larger and heavier than most competitors.
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Noise feedback was mixed: one technician found it very loud and advised earplugs for heavy use, while another owner considered it relatively quiet for its size.
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Storage feedback was split: the fold-down handle helped storage, but the machine’s large body made it inconvenient for some users to store or use often.
Compared With Category Average
Compared with other Carpet Cleaning Machines, this product is above average in Build quality and durability, Water tank, Overall durability/longevity, near average in Price and Value, Accessories and Tools, below average in Innovation compared to competitors, Weight, Suitability for small spaces.
Comparison summary
36 compared features-
Above average 0.4+ pts higher19 (53%)
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Same as average within 0.3 pts10 (28%)
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Below average 0.4+ pts lower7 (19%)
Largest category differences
| Attribute | This product | Category average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Innovation compared to competitors | 2.0 | 4.9 | -2.8 |
| Weight | 2.0 | 3.7 | -1.7 |
| Build quality and durability | 4.9 | 3.3 | +1.6 |
| Water tank | 5.0 | 3.5 | +1.5 |
| Overall durability/longevity | 4.5 | 2.9 | +1.6 |
| Support and Reliability | 4.8 | 3.2 | +1.6 |
| Suitability for small spaces | 2.3 | 3.8 | -1.6 |
| Suitability for heavy-duty use | 5.0 | 3.7 | +1.3 |
Consider This Instead
If you want better Innovation compared to competitors
Choose Shark CarpetXpert Upright Carpet, Area Rug & Upholstery Cleaner. It scores 4.8 vs 2.0 for Innovation compared to competitors, with a 4.2 overall score.
If you want better Area Rug Handling
Choose Hoover PowerScrub Carpet Cleaner Machine. It scores 5.0 vs 3.5 for Area Rug Handling, with a 4.5 overall score.
If you want better Maintenance requirements
Choose Hoover Smartwash Automatic Carpet Cleaner Machine. It scores 4.7 vs 4.0 for Maintenance requirements, with a 4.2 overall score.
Compared in Reviews
Products reviewers directly compared with this model, grouped into quick takeaways.
The Rug Doctor Mighty Pro X3
- Worse: stain-test performance The video says Bissell found the Big Green outperformed The Rug Doctor Mighty Pro X3 in stain testing.
- Worse: stain-test performance The review reports Bissell tests where the Big Green surpassed The Rug Doctor Mighty Pro X3 in stain tests.
Hoover PowerScrub Deluxe
- Similar: drying result after additional dry passes The Big Green tied the Hoover PowerScrub Deluxe for the driest result after extra dry passes.
Rug Doctor
- Worse: removable solution tank convenience The technician viewed the removable solution tank as a practical advantage over a Rug Doctor.
FAQ
Is the Bissell Big Green good for large carpeted areas?
Yes. Multiple reviewers described it as the best option or only choice for large areas because of its large tanks, efficient water use, and long coverage before refilling or emptying.
How well does it remove tough stains?
Reviewers were very positive. Tests and owner demonstrations praised its performance on dried-on stains, wet stains, vomit, tomato sauce, grape juice, urine, and other difficult messes.
Does it leave carpets dry quickly?
Several tests found it left carpets drier than competitors, helped by strong nozzle suction and low water use. One owner also credited the machine with faster drying.
Is it easy to use?
It was considered easy in important ways, including push/pull cleaning, tank handling, and tool connection. The main usability drawback is the machine’s large, heavy body.
Can it clean stairs and upholstery?
Yes. Reviewers praised the long hose and tough stain or stair tool for above-floor jobs, including upholstery and carpeted stairs.
Is it worth the price?
Most reviewers thought the value was strong because of cleaning power, durability, large-area efficiency, and warranty or parts support, but they also acknowledged that it is expensive.
Sample Expert Reviews We Analyzed
These are a few of the reviews included in our analysis.
Video Reviews
YouTube - Youtube
- Review score
- 4.5
Article Reviews
vacuumwars.com
- Review score
- 4.8
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