Is anyone in the position to compare the Bissell Big Green with the Hoover Platinum Collection Steam Cleaner, F8100900?
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I have had both. You can read my reviews; five stars for Bissell and one for Hoover. Not only is the Hoover lower grade plastic, but it also has a computer which malfunctions after a number of uses. Bad design!
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This might not be the cleaner for you, the machine only has one row of brushes and only works going backwards. I would recommend the bissel big green, or if you have the money I would recommend commercial carpet cleaners from Hoover, EDIC Galaxy, or sanitaire.
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I just returned my Bissel to Costco. We had had a Bissel for over 30 years...used the Bissell 9400 twice never could get suction, which meant extremely wet carpets. The Bissel hotline told me to take it back. The tools were falling out and it felt cheap with too much plastic. I'm also looking out of desperation at the Hoover Agility. Good Luck!
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Gee, they seem to be the same. My Steam-It came with all the listed accessories and has the clips for attaching your own cleaning pads (towels). I wonder if one is a newer generation. You could call an Oreck store and ask.
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Good question! The first difference is the Flair costs three times more. It looks and reads the same. I replaced an old Hoover stick which cost little so I was looking for the lower priced Hoover, I have a larger more powerful Hoover for my carpeted areas. Sorry that I cannot help more, if I was you I would ask one who bought the Flair. Maybe you did. Good luck!
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I purchased the Bissell Big Green Deep Cleaning Machine Professional Grade Carpet Cleaner, 86T3 - it is costly $549 but I believe well worth the investment. I also purchased the Square Trade Warranty. We have had numerous cleaners - including a commercial grade cleaner. This cleaner, in my opinion, studier (the plastic is not flimsy -made like a Tonka toy!), easy to put together (I did it without instructions is was that simple), easy to clean (Hoover products have a lot of hard to reach places to clean and some areas impossible) and, best of all does a superb job - thoroughly cleans and does not leave the large water residue. I purchased the Bissell Big Green Deep Cleaning Machine Professional Grade Carpet Cleaner, 86T3 - it is costly $549 but I believe well worth the investment. I also purchased the Square Trade Warranty. We have had numerous cleaners - including a commercial grade cleaner. This cleaner, in my opinion, studier (the plastic is not flimsy -made like a Tonka toy!), easy to put together (I did it without instructions is was that simple), easy to clean (Hoover products have a lot of hard to reach places to clean and some areas impossible) and, best of all does a superb job - thoroughly cleans and... » Read More I purchased the Bissell Big Green Deep Cleaning Machine Professional Grade Carpet Cleaner, 86T3 - it is costly $549 but I believe well worth the investment. I also purchased the Square Trade Warranty. We have had numerous cleaners - including a commercial grade cleaner. This cleaner, in my opinion, studier (the plastic is not flimsy -made like a Tonka toy!), easy to put together (I did it without instructions is was that simple), easy to clean (Hoover products have a lot of hard to reach places to clean and some areas impossible) and, best of all does a superb job - thoroughly cleans and does not leave the large water residue. « Show Less
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Don't know much about the 86t3 - I had a big rug doctor before the Bissell 10N. It cleaned fine...but water extraction was backward only. The 2 motor 10N allows water extraction forward and backward...it cleans better than the rug doctor. As far as answering your question...as stated, I don't know much about the 86t..it didn't even come up when I was researching a new machine. The 10N was the highest grade machine Bissell offered at the time as far as I know.
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Funny you should ask... I ordered the Smart Living Steam Mop, but got the Express and was totally confused about why the packaging and name was different from what I thought I had ordered. The unit and its parts look similar, I've been using it, and it seems to work well enough, but I wouldn't have paid this much for it if I had known because the only reason I spent the $$$ on this was because someone recommended the Smart Living Steam Mop. The other answers here are mixed. Is it or is it not the same company/vacuum?
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I own both vacuum cleaners. The Pet Lover is great because of the extra attachment for pet hair. I love it.
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Rug Doctor is not even near the same level as the Bissell Big Green Machine. We use to rent a Rug Doctor, with frustration due to wet carpet for hours and hours and hours. Over a day. The Bissell cleans forward and back. Cleans 50 times better and the carpets are dry within 2hrs. In fact they are not soaked like rug doctor leaves the carpet, using less water. Our carpets look like new again from Bissell Big Green. So rug doctor is no comparison. Don't waste your money on one. Buy the Bissell Big Green. You will not be disappointed.
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There is NO DIFFERENCE between the Linx and the Linx "Platinum" cordless vacs. They are one and the same (Model number BH500010). The "Platinum" designation is a marketing thing applied to a whole series of Hoover vacs, which include the Linx cordless upright (BH500010) as well as the corded vacs that have the same "platinum look".
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This doesn't pick up fine dust as the swiffer. We owned the Bissell before and this unit is noisier and doesn't hold a charge as long. I like that you can take from hardwood to carpet, but this unit doesn't have very strong power on the carpet as the Bissell. Corners and edges can also be a problem.
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I only have the Bissell steam mop experience. I read many reviews and decided to get this one and is extremely happy with the product.You must use distill water.It is very light which i like.
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I got one just for my hard floors--Kitchen, dining, bathrooms, entryway. I ended up returning the Shark because the first one I got wouldn't charge and the second one only lasted 5 minutes after a full charge before needing charged again. I replaced it with a Fuller Spiffy Maid and it's awesome. So much more enjoyable than sweeping up after four kids and two dogs a million times a day! Plus, the Fuller has so much more power, a crevice attachment tool, and it came with a 4-pack of microfiber cleaning cloths. So much more for the money!
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I have not used the Bissell Spot Cleaners. Therefore, I can not make a comparison. I can say that I have been professionally detailing cars for over 30 years and this is the best machine that I have invested in. The suction is fantastic. I also use hot water that I boil separately. Some of my customers are sensitive to chemicals that are used in the extractor. I love this machine!!!
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Roomba cleans much better but costs more. I have run them side by side (Roomba 650 next to the MR6550) and for picking up dog hair and dirt the Roomba does a noticeably better job. Same with paper shreddings.
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Signature has a more powerful vacuum motor. I think it also has upgraded firmware that allows it map and clean a room more efficiently.