Bissell MultiClean Vacuum

Pros

• Packaging quality 4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.7
  At least one reviewer noted the vacuum arrived well protected with no box damage. Packaging experience appears positive but is not widely discussed.
• Filtration / Dust Containment 4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 7 reviews 4.6
  Sealed HEPA filtration is a standout, passing fog/particle tests with little to no visible leakage and earning strong filtration scores. Multiple reviewers call out the allergen system as a meaningful benefit for air quality.
• Emptying & Mess Control 4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 4.6
  Emptying is typically a one-button drop into the trash, and users describe it as straightforward and low-hassle. This simplicity is a consistent positive in owner-style reviews.
• Stair Cleaning 4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 4.6
  Lift-Off mode and the included tools make stairs and pet beds easier than with a standard upright. Above-floor cleaning is repeatedly cited as a practical use case.
• Assembly and Setup 4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.6
  Assembly was described as straightforward and tool-free, with pieces clicking into place easily. Setup did not require special tools or complicated steps in the first-look review.
• Carpet — Medium-Pile Pickup 4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.5
  In side-by-side demos, it picked up a mixed debris load from a medium-pile rug efficiently, sometimes in a single pass. Performance is generally framed as strong for a corded upright in its price class.
• Suitability for small spaces 4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 4.4
  The Slim version's narrower cleaning path improves maneuvering in tight areas and around furniture. The tradeoff noted is a shorter cord compared with the wider-head version.
• Pet-Ready Features 4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 6 reviews 4.3
  Repeatedly positioned as pet-friendly thanks to the Pet TurboEraser, Lift-Off above-floor cleaning, and solid pet-hair pickup. Hair wrap can still happen, but overall it is seen as a practical choice for common pet messes.
• Convertible handheld design 4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5 reviews 4.2
  The Lift-Off canister detaches from the floorhead, enabling portable above-floor cleaning. A limitation noted is that the canister does not pair with the powered floorhead like a true canister vacuum, reducing some flexibility.
• Versatility 4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 4.2
  Overall versatility is a major theme: it can switch between upright floor cleaning and Lift-Off above-floor tasks, and it includes pet-focused tools. Weak crevice suction and some hardwood fine-dust shortcomings are the main constraints.
• Floorhead Seal on Hard Floors 4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 4.2
  A full-width squeegee behind the brushroll helps maintain contact and improve hard-floor suction for tile, laminate, and hardwood. This feature is framed as a practical upgrade for hard-floor pickup.
• Hair‑Wrap / Tangle Resistance 4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 4.2
  The tangle-free brushroll is consistently praised for reducing hair wrap compared with typical uprights. However, long-hair wrap still occurred in some testing, and one reviewer found hair removal tedious because the roller could not be removed.
• Carpet — Low-Pile Pickup 4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5 reviews 4.1
  Generally solid on low-pile carpet, with several reviews showing good pickup on common debris and pet hair. One lab noted it works best with forward passes and can leave debris on the back stroke.
• Noise level 4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 4.1
  Multiple user-style reviews describe it as not super loud and relatively pleasant sounding, with a quiet brushroll. It is not described as whisper-quiet, but overall noise is viewed as reasonable for an upright.
• Onboard tool storage 4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 4.1
  Some versions include onboard storage for a crevice tool or other accessories, which users liked for convenience. Storage details vary by model version.
• Controls & UI 4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 7 reviews 4.1
  Controls include brushroll on/off plus suction or airflow-relief adjustments for plush versus low carpet. They are straightforward, though not as automatic as some competitors' sensor-driven modes.
• Overall opinion 4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 7 reviews 4.1
  Most reviewers describe it as one of Bissell's strongest upright offerings and praise its all-around pickup, especially in Vacuum Wars testing. TechGearLab scored it average and highlighted weak suction and hardwood shortcomings, so impressions vary by test method and expectations.
• Comparative performance 4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 4.1
  Vacuum Wars and a side-by-side comparison suggest its surface pickup competes with more expensive uprights, especially on debris pickup tests. Other testing places it mid-pack, indicating competitors may win on crevice or hardwood fine-dust priorities.
• Area Rug Handling 4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5 reviews 4.0
  Suction or airflow relief and adjustment settings help it move on plush or thick rugs by reducing suction when needed. It may require tuning to balance push effort versus pickup on different piles.
• Bin & Bag 4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 6 reviews 4.0
  The bagless bin is easy to remove and empty, and reviewers appreciated the simple pop-off canister. Bin capacity is described as slightly below average but usually not limiting for typical cleans.
• Hair Pickup — Carpets 4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 4.0
  Pet-hair tests and user demos show above-average carpet hair pickup for the category, leaving carpets looking clean. Some long hair can still remain or wrap around the brushroll depending on hair length and pile.
• Hard Floor — Large Debris Intake 3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 6 reviews 3.9
  Large front gates let it ingest larger crumbs, litter, oats, and similar debris well, with Vacuum Wars calling it rare performance for an upright. Some testing still found below-average hardwood totals, suggesting results depend on debris type and technique.
• Weight 3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 3.9
  Measured and listed weight is around 15 to 16 pounds, placing it in a mid-weight range for uprights. Some users still describe it as lightweight in hand, likely due to swivel and balance.
• Maneuverability & Handling 3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 3.9
  The Slim head and swivel steering are praised for quick turns and tighter spaces. Conversely, lab testing reported it can be hard to push on mats or when turning, depending on floor type and settings.
• Upholstery / Above-Floor Pickup 3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 3.8
  The Pet TurboEraser and wand handle upholstery and above-floor dusting reasonably well, with some tests landing around average. A few reviewers felt the turbo tool was underpowered, especially on embedded debris.
• Accessories & Tools 3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 3.8
  Included tools like the Pet TurboEraser and combo crevice/dusting brush are generally considered useful and pet-oriented. TechGearLab found the included mini brush tool underpowered and the set less competitive than some rivals.
• Hard Floor — Fine Dust Pickup 3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 3.8
  Vacuum Wars reports strong surface pickup including fine debris on hard floors, helped by the floorhead design and squeegee. TechGearLab found it left sand behind (especially with the brushroll stopped), so it may underperform on heavy fine-dust loads.
• Price & Value 3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5 reviews 3.7
  Often viewed as a mid-level priced upright that can deliver debris pickup comparable to pricier models, making it a value play for many. One lab review and the cord-rewind reviewer felt the price was high relative to crevice/hardwood results or compared with other Bissell options.
• Cord management 3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 3.7
  The automatic cord rewind is a key convenience feature on the cord-rewind model and worked well in the demo. The same reviewer warned that rewind mechanisms can jam over time, creating uncertainty about longevity.
• Hose length 3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 3.7
  Reported hose length around 6 to 7 feet provides decent reach for above-floor tasks. It is generally seen as adequate rather than exceptional.
• Cord length 3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 3.6
  Cord length is described as slightly below average on the Slim version, but not a major issue for many. A separate cord-rewind variant integrates the cord internally for convenience.
• Floorhead design 3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 3.6
  The floorhead uses large front gates and (on some versions) a rubber squeegee or strip that improves intake of bigger debris on hard floors. The same rubber elements can affect glide or push effort on certain hard floors and plush carpets.
• Tool-change simplicity 3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 3.5
  Parts click together without tools and attachments are easy to swap for most tasks. Some reviewers wished the handle separated from the wand to make switching to hose-attached tools faster.
• Headlight & LED lights 3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 3.5
  The Allergen Lift-Off Pet Slim versions reviewed include a bright bank of LED headlights that reviewers found more helpful than expected. A comparison video notes some lower-end Bissell variants omit lights, so availability depends on the exact model.