Bissell Featherweight Cordless Stick Vacuum

4.0

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Bottom Line

Choose it for quick cleanups in dorms, RVs, and hard-floor homes where lightweight handling and big-crumb pickup matter. Skip it if you need longer than ~20 minutes per charge or allergy-grade sealed HEPA filtration.

Best for

People in small apartments, dorm rooms, RVs, or hard‑floor‑heavy homes who want a super‑light cordless vacuum for frequent quick pickups, plus a pop‑out handheld for cars, couches, and shelves.

Not for

Anyone with large homes, lots of thick carpeting or many area rugs, or allergy sensitivities that require sealed HEPA filtration; also shoppers who prioritize long runtime, multiple power modes, or LED headlights.

Verdict

Designed for quick, low-effort maintenance cleaning, the Featherweight Cordless feels closer to a broom than a typical stick vac: it’s light, swivels responsively, and the wide front intake handles oversized crumbs on hard floors impressively well. Several reviews also found it more capable on carpets and low/medium‑pile rugs than most ultra‑light sticks, especially with the brushroll engaged, and the folding handle helps with storage and reaching under furniture. The tradeoff is endurance and refinement—expect about 20 minutes per charge with a long 4–4.5 hour recharge, modest airflow versus stronger competitors, basic (non‑sealed) filtration, and a small bin that can be fiddly to empty and keep clean. reviews

Pros

Suitability for small spaces 5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 5.0

Repeatedly recommended for dorms, RVs, studio apartments, and other small spaces where compact storage and fast cleanups matter most.
Hard Floor — Large Debris Intake 4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 4.8

A key strength: the wide front gate lets it pick up larger debris (e.g., cereal) on hard floors that many small sticks struggle with.
Cordless convenience 4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 4.8

Cordless operation is a major benefit for quick pickup jobs and spaces where outlets/cords are inconvenient.
Weight 4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 7 reviews 4.8

Very lightweight for a vacuum (around 5.8 lb cited), making it comfortable for users with back/arm strain and ideal for quick daily use.
Assembly and Setup 4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 4.7

Setup is consistently described as quick and simple, largely involving snapping parts together.
Low-profile design 4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.7

Low-profile behavior is strong—reviewers show it laying close to the floor and reaching deep under furniture.
Ease of use 4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 6 reviews 4.7

Day-to-day use is easy and low effort, with simple setup, light handling, and intuitive operation.
Maneuverability & Handling 4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 6 reviews 4.7

Maneuverability is a standout: reviewers describe a responsive swivel head, easy steering, and low effort pushing in tight areas.
Storage footprint & upright-stand stability 4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 7 reviews 4.6

Frequently praised for storage: the folding/pivoting handle reduces footprint, and multiple reviewers say it can stand upright on its own.
Under-Furniture Pickup 4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 6 reviews 4.6

Under-furniture reach is repeatedly highlighted: the folding/pivoting handle and low-slung profile help it clean under beds, couches, and tables without bending.
Tool-change simplicity 4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 4.6

Handheld tools and the floorhead are generally easy to swap on/off with simple snap-in connections.
Hard Floor — Fine Dust Pickup 4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 4.5

Per testing and demos, it does well with fine and medium debris on hard floors, helped by a squeegee-style element that reduces scatter.
Edge & Baseboard Cleaning (Hard Floors) 4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 4.5

Several reviewers call out good along-the-wall and corner performance thanks to the narrow head and easy steering.
Floorhead design 4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 4.5

Floorhead design is widely praised for swivel handling and a large front intake; the brushroll can be toggled, helping it adapt across floor types.
Aesthetic design & finish 4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.4

Design gets positive notes for a simple, modern look (e.g., blue/black scheme and etched plastic details).
Price & Value 4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 4.4

Positioned as a budget/value pick—often described as about half the cost of an average cordless vacuum, with performance that’s strong for the price.
Convertible handheld design 4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 7 reviews 4.4

Converts easily to a handheld vacuum, which reviewers use for cars, furniture, and other above-floor cleaning.
Upholstery / Above-Floor Pickup 4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 4.3

Above-floor cleaning is a strength in handheld mode for couches, car seats, window sills, and quick dust/crumb pickup, aided by basic tools.
Stair Cleaning 4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.3

Handheld mode is repeatedly mentioned as useful for stairs and other quick above-floor touchups.
Versatility 4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 7 reviews 4.3

Versatile for its size—works as a floor vacuum and handheld, with brushroll control and a folding handle—though it’s still aimed at lighter-duty cleaning.
Overall opinion 4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5 reviews 4.2

Overall sentiment is strongly positive for small-space, hard-floor-focused use, with common cautions around runtime, filtration, and some rug performance.
Build quality & durability 4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 4.2

Build quality impressions are positive for the category (solid plastic, good first impressions), though long-term durability is not deeply tested in these reviews.
Suction & Airflow 4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5 reviews 4.0

Power is adequate for a budget ultra‑light stick: several reviewers praised strong real‑world pickup on hard floors, but comparative testing showed lower airflow/sealed suction than stronger competitors.
Hair Pickup — Hard Floors 4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.0

Hair pickup on hard floors is generally strong in real-world demos, though hair can collect on the brushroll and around the filter.
Pet-Ready Features 4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.0

Not a pet-specific system, but multiple reviews show it can pick up pet hair and everyday messes; heavy-shedding households may want more power and better filtration.
Noise level 4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 4.0

Noise is described as reasonable; one review measured about 84 dB at max, roughly in line with typical cordless vacuums.
Carpet — Low-Pile Pickup 3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5 reviews 3.8

On low-pile carpet, reviews and tests indicate solid pickup for the category, especially with the brushroll engaged, though it won’t match full-size or premium sticks.
Carpet — Medium-Pile Pickup 3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5 reviews 3.8

On medium-pile carpet, testing and demos suggest surprisingly good pickup for an ultra-light stick, but results can vary depending on rug/carpet type.
Accessories & Tools 3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 7 reviews 3.7

Includes basic handheld tools (notably crevice and upholstery/dusting); reviewers appreciate having them, though several call the set limited or not especially high-end.
Area Rug Handling 3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 3.7

Rug results are mixed: some reviewers found it good on rugs, while at least one reported weak cleaning and suction loss on smaller rugs.
Controls & UI 3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 3.7

Controls are straightforward (power plus brushroll on/off); some variants add suction modes, but the standard experience is simple rather than feature-rich.
Packaging quality 3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 3.6

Packaging is described as compact and fairly generic; no major damage or presentation issues are highlighted.

Cons

Bin & Bag 3.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 6 reviews 3.4

Bagless with a small bin (around 0.45 L cited) that works but fills quickly compared with larger vacuums.
Ongoing ownership costs (bags, filters, batteries) 3.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 3.4

Ongoing costs center on filters: they can get dirty quickly and may need frequent replacement, but reviewers note replacement filters are inexpensive.
Emptying & Mess Control 3.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 6 reviews 3.3

Emptying is functional but divisive: some find it tedious due to filter removal and shaking, while others find the bottom-release design manageable with minimal spillage.
Battery & Charging 3.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 8 reviews 3.3

Battery life is commonly cited around ~20 minutes (some higher-voltage variants closer to ~25) with a long ~4–4.5 hour recharge; the battery is typically non-removable.
Runtime (Measured, Default) 3.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 6 reviews 3.2

Runtime is typically about 20 minutes on the standard model, which is workable for small spaces but short for larger homes.
Hair‑Wrap / Tangle Resistance 3.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 3.2

Hair and fibers can tangle around the brushroll; owners should expect periodic cutting/cleaning rather than a tangle-free system.
Maintenance requirements 2.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 2.9

Expect regular upkeep: brushroll hair removal and frequent filter cleaning/replacement are commonly mentioned.
Filtration / Dust Containment 2.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 2.7

Filtration is basic and not sealed HEPA; reviewers note it may let fine particles exhaust, making it a weaker fit for allergy-sensitive users.
Suitability for heavy-duty use 2.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 2.7

Best as a secondary or small-home vacuum; reviewers caution it’s not ideal for frequent whole-house deep cleans due to runtime, power ceiling, and filtration.
Headlight & LED lights 1.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 1.8

No headlights/LEDs; at least one reviewer called the lack of LEDs a notable drawback versus similarly priced alternatives.

FAQ

How long does the battery last, and how long does it take to recharge?

Most reviews cite about 20 minutes per charge on the standard unit (some higher‑voltage variants are closer to ~25). Recharge time is typically around 4–4.5 hours, and the battery is generally not removable.

Is it good on carpet and area rugs?

It’s unusually capable for an ultra‑light stick on low/medium‑pile carpet when the brushroll is on, but performance can vary by rug. One reviewer reported weak cleaning and suction loss on smaller rugs.

Does it work well on hard floors and big crumbs?

Yes. Multiple reviews highlight the wide front intake that can swallow larger debris (like cereal) and a squeegee-style element that helps reduce scatter on hard floors.

Does it have sealed HEPA filtration for allergies?

No—reviews repeatedly note it does not have a sealed HEPA filtration system, so it may not be the best choice if you’re sensitive to fine dust.

Does it stand up and store easily?

Yes. Reviewers mention it can stand upright, and the folding/pivoting handle makes it easier to store and to reach under furniture.

Does it have LED headlights?

No—at least one reviewer called the lack of LEDs a downside compared with similar alternatives.