Bissell Pet Hair Eraser

Verdict

The Bissell Pet Hair Eraser is the top all-around handheld in these tests, combining strong overall performance with standout filtration and excellent pet-hair pickup. If you want a dependable, pet-ready handheld at a midrange price, this is the safest bet.

Pros

  • Accessories & Tools 1 review 5.0
    Comes with a solid attachment set including a motorized pet brush, which makes it more effective on upholstery and embedded pet hair than basic handhelds.
  • Crevice / Groove Pickup (Hard Floors) 1 review 5.0
    Excels in crevice cleaning, clearing deep sand quickly and ranking among the fastest handhelds in standardized tests.
  • Filtration / Dust Containment 1 review 5.0
    Provides notably better fine-particle filtration than most handheld rivals, helping keep dust and allergens contained at this price point.
  • Noise level 1 review 5.0
    Runs quieter than most handheld competitors, with noise levels in the low-80 dB range that many users will find comfortable.
  • Overall opinion 1 review 5.0
    Ranks as a top all-around handheld, performing better than average in most tests while remaining easy to recommend for everyday messes.
  • Pet-Ready Features 1 review 5.0
    Motorized pet tool and solid suction make it highly effective on pet hair on upholstery and stairs for most households.
  • Price & Value 2 reviews 4.5
    At a midrange price with strong filtration and above-average performance across tests, it offers very good overall value as a top-pick handheld.
  • Suction & Airflow 2 reviews 4.0
    Strong sealed suction but modest airflow, making it excel in confined crevices more than in open heavy-debris tasks, and overall power still tests above average for a well-rounded handheld.
  • Carpet — Medium-Pile Pickup 1 review 3.5
    Cleans entry mats and medium-pile carpet better than weaker rivals like Shark, though it does not reach the very top tier for deep pickup.

Cons

  • Emptying & Mess Control 1 review 2.5
    Provides good everyday containment but can leak some sand after demanding crevice tests, especially when the inlet faces downward or the bin is shaken.