Neither Bissell Crosswave nor Bissell Pet Hair Eraser were recommended by experts this month
On 15 Jan 2025 (1 month ago) we went through 96 Vacuum Cleaner expert endorsements , however neither Bissell Crosswave nor Bissell Pet Hair Eraser were included in any of those recommendations. Since neither Vacuum Cleaner received a single endorsement, as far as expert recommendations go, it's technically a tie. We do, however, recommend taking a look at Dyson V15 Detect or other critically acclaimed Vacuum Cleaners of this month.
For reference, Dyson V15 Detect received 5 endorsements this month, from Good Housekeeping (9 Jan 2025), Rtings.com (9 Dec 2024) HGTV (14 Oct 2024) and 2 others.
| Rank | Change | Price | Vacuum Cleaner | Good Housekeeping  | Rtings.com  | Wirecutter  | HGTV  | The Strategist  | CNN Underscored  | CNET  | TechRadar
 | Tom's Guide  | The Spruce  |
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| 1 | - | $620 |  Dyson V15 Detect The Dyson V15 Detect is a highly praised vacuum cleaner with powerful suction, adjustable settings, and a five-stage filtration system, making it suitable for effectively cleaning various surfaces in a household setting. | 3 | 1 | - | 6 | 8 | - | 1 | - | - | - |
| N/A | N/A | $188 |  Bissell Crosswave | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| N/A | N/A | $109 |  Bissell Pet Hair Eraser | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Curious to see this month's entire Vacuum Cleaners ranking? It's here
| Rank | Change | Price | Vacuum Cleaner | Good Housekeeping | Rtings.com | Wirecutter | HGTV | The Strategist |
CNN Underscored | CNET | TechRadar | Tom's Guide | The Spruce |
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| 1 | - | $620 | Dyson V15 Detect The Dyson V15 Detect is a highly praised vacuum cleaner with powerful suction, adjustable settings, and a five-stage filtration system, making it suitable for effectively cleaning various surfaces in a household setting. | 3 | 1 | - | 6 | 8 | - | 1 | - | - | - |
| 2 | - | $338 |  Miele Classic C1 The Miele Classic C1 vacuum cleaner is highly praised for its powerful suction, lightweight design, and effective filtration system, making it ideal for users who want a versatile and efficient cleaning tool. | - | 5 | 11 | - | 5 | 4 | - | - | 2 | - |
| 3 | - | $340 |  Shark Stratos IZ862H The Shark Stratos IZ862H is a highly praised cordless vacuum cleaner that offers strong suction power, adjustable settings, and a long battery life, making it a versatile and convenient option for various cleaning needs. | - | 2 | - | - | 2 | - | - | 5 | - | - |
| 4 | - | Check price |  Shark AZ1002 | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 5 | - |
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- Every Purchase Saves Pets. BISSELL proudly supports BISSELL Pet Foundation and its mission to help save homeless pets. Clean Tank Capacity: 28 oz.Cleaning Path Width : 12", Carry Handle : Yes..Cleaning Path Width : 12"
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- Buy Bissell, Save Pets. Bissell Donates Up To 10 Dollars To The Bissell Pet Foundation For Every Pet Product Purchase, Upon Activation
- Tangle-Free Brush Roll. Goodbye hair-wrap.
- Patented Cyclonic Pet Hair Spooling System for a Hands-Free Empty.
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There are two major types of vacuums: bagged or bagless. Bagged vacuums collect all dirt and debris into a bag, which must be changed every time it’s full. These bags are typically better at collecting allergens that irritate asthma and allergies. Plus, bagged vacuums are easier to empty, but they do require you to purchase new bags on an ongoing basis.
Bagless vacuums collect dirt and debris into a dustbin or canister, which is emptied when it’s full. Though there are no bags, and therefore no ongoing investment, the downside is that this style can be difficult to empty and oftentimes scatters dust when you’re dumping the bin if you’re not careful.
In addition, the maximum capacity of the dustbin or bag will vary widely based on vacuum type. Regardless of type, a good vacuum also includes an indicator when the bin/bag is full. In bagless vacuums, the dustbin is usually see-through, so you can tell when its full. For bagged vacuums, it’s especially helpful to have a full bag light or sound indication when it’s time to empty the bag.
Keep in mind the size of your home and its rooms when you consider the length of the vacuum’s cord. Longer cords will allow you to vacuum longer without needing to move to another outlet. The average cord length is around 5 meters or 15 feet, though some brands and models will have cords up to 10 meters/30 feet. If you live in a small apartment, cord length probably isn’t a huge concern for you. However, longer cords will help you clean larger homes and rooms more quickly and with fewer interruptions from moving outlet to outlet. Also, retractable cords are easier to store, especially if you have a longer cord length, which is something to consider.
