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Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 Review | 61 Data compared

Avg. price in UK: ~£110
Avg. price in US: ~$110
Steam pressure: ?
Heat-up time: 30 seconds
Power rating: 1,500 W
Water tank capacity: 560 ml
Weight: 2.81 kg

Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 review. Compare 61 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Steam Cleaners category and whether it is worth buying.

7.7

Very good

7.4

Very good

9.2

Exceptional

7.6
Hard-floor cleaning
Score components:
30.0%
4.0
Rotating / motorized pads
25.0%
10
Swivel / flexible floor head
20.0%
9.9
Heat-up time
15.0%
9.0
Weight
10.0%
5.5
Power rating
5.8
Upholstery cleaning
Score components:
30.0%
4.0
Upholstery / fabric tool
25.0%
4.0
Extension hose
20.0%
9.9
Heat-up time
15.0%
9.0
Weight
10.0%
2.9
Accessory count
5.4
Grout cleaning
Score components:
30.0%
4.0
Jet nozzle
25.0%
4.0
Detail brushes included
20.0%
4.0
Extension hose
15.0%
9.9
Heat-up time
10.0%
9.0
Weight
5.5
Car-interior cleaning
Score components:
25.0%
4.0
Extension hose
20.0%
4.0
Jet nozzle
15.0%
4.0
Detail brushes included
15.0%
9.9
Heat-up time
15.0%
9.0
Weight
10.0%
2.9
Accessory count

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Verdict

The Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 is a corded upright steam mop designed to sanitize sealed hard floors, eliminating 99.9% of germs using a 1500-watt heater that warms up in 30 seconds. Key characteristics include a 12-inch cleaning path width, a 19-ounce water tank capacity, a 25-foot power cord, and high or low digital steam settings. Main advantages highlight its maneuverable swivel steering, an integrated scent disc tray for fragrance, and a detachable SpotBoost brush that physically scrubs away sticky residue. However, notable drawbacks include the lack of an automatic cord rewind, limited functionality confined strictly to floors, and a lack of additional attachments or a handheld hose conversion.

Technical Specifications of steam cleaner Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806

Overall score

7.7

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Popularity

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Performance

9.1

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Steam pressure

What it is: Measures the steam pressure of the steam cleaner.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by steam pressure.

Importance: HIGH

?

Steam temperature

What it is: Measures the steam temperature of the steam cleaner.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by steam temperature.

Importance: HIGH

?

Steam flow rate

What it is: Measures the steam flow rate of the steam cleaner.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by steam flow rate.

Importance: HIGH

?

Heat-up time

What it is: Measures the heat-up time of the steam cleaner.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by heat-up time.

Importance: MEDIUM

Continuous steam time

What it is: Measures the continuous steam time of the steam cleaner.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by continuous steam time.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Tank

7.3

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Cordless

What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has cordless.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by cordless.

Importance: LOW

Action radius

What it is: Measures the action radius of the steam cleaner.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by action radius.

Importance: MEDIUM

Stainless steel boiler

What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has stainless steel boiler.

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Importance: LOW

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Power rating

What it is: Measures the power rating of the steam cleaner.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by power rating.

Importance: LOW

Water tank capacity

What it is: Measures the water tank capacity of the steam cleaner.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by water tank capacity.

Importance: HIGH

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Versatility

7.2

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Suitable for allergy sufferers

What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has suitable for allergy sufferers.

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Importance: MEDIUM

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Product type

What it is: Describes the product type of the steam cleaner.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by product type.

Importance: LOW

steam mop

Convertible handheld design

What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has convertible handheld design.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by convertible handheld design.

Importance: LOW

Steam vacuum function

What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has steam vacuum function.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by steam vacuum function.

Importance: LOW

Floor nozzle type

What it is: Describes the floor nozzle type of the steam cleaner.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by floor nozzle type.

Importance: LOW

Mop head

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Accessories

4.2

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Accessory count

What it is: Measures the accessory count of the steam cleaner.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by accessory count.

Importance: MEDIUM

Mop pads included

What it is: Measures the mop pads included of the steam cleaner.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by mop pads included.

Importance: LOW

Carpet glider included

What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has carpet glider included.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by carpet glider included.

Importance: LOW

Extension tubes / wands

What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has extension tubes / wands.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by extension tubes / wands.

Importance: LOW

Extension hose

What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has extension hose.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by extension hose.

Importance: LOW

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Design

7.4

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Wheels

What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has wheels.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by wheels.

Importance: LOW

Volume

What it is: Measures the volume of the steam cleaner.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by volume.

Importance: LOW

Weight

What it is: Measures the weight of the steam cleaner.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by weight.

Importance: MEDIUM

Width

What it is: Measures the width of the steam cleaner.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by width.

Importance: LOW

Height

What it is: Measures the height of the steam cleaner.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by height.

Importance: LOW

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Safety

6.1

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Child safety lock

What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has child safety lock.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by child safety lock.

Importance: LOW

?

Safety valve / safety cap

What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has safety valve / safety cap.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by safety valve / safety cap.

Importance: LOW

Auto shut-off

What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has auto shut-off.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by auto shut-off.

Importance: LOW

Trigger lock / continuous steam lock

What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has trigger lock / continuous steam lock.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by trigger lock / continuous steam lock.

Importance: LOW

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Descaling system

What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has descaling system.

When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by descaling system.

Importance: LOW

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Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 vs the average steam cleaner

Why is Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 better than the average steam cleaner?

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2.62 m longer power cord
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 has a longer power cord than the average steam cleaner (7.6 m vs 5 m).
What it is: Measures the power cord length of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by power cord length.
Importance: LOW
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 has a longer power cord than the average steam cleaner (7.6 m vs 5 m).7.62 m vs 5 m
0.41 m longer action radius
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 has a longer action radius than the average steam cleaner (7.6 m vs 7.21 m).
What it is: Measures the action radius of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by action radius.
Importance: MEDIUM
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 has a longer action radius than the average steam cleaner (7.6 m vs 7.21 m).7.62 m vs 7.21 m
1.19 kg lighter
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 weighs less than the average steam cleaner (2.8 kg vs 4 kg).
What it is: Measures the weight of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by weight.
Importance: MEDIUM
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 weighs less than the average steam cleaner (2.8 kg vs 4 kg).2.81 kg vs 4 kg
1 more mop pads
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 includes more mop pads than the average steam cleaner (2 vs 1).
What it is: Measures the mop pads included of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by mop pads included.
Importance: LOW
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 includes more mop pads than the average steam cleaner (2 vs 1).2 vs 1
Includes a scraper / grout tool
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 has a scraper or grout tool, while the average steam cleaner does not.
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has scraper / grout tool.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by scraper / grout tool.
Importance: LOW
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 has a scraper or grout tool, while the average steam cleaner does not.
90 seconds shorter heat-up time
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 has a shorter heat-up time than the average steam cleaner (30 seconds vs 120 seconds).
What it is: Measures the heat-up time of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by heat-up time.
Importance: MEDIUM
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 has a shorter heat-up time than the average steam cleaner (30 seconds vs 120 seconds).30 seconds vs 120 seconds
79.2 mm shallower
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 is shallower than the average steam cleaner (241.3 mm vs 320.5 mm).
What it is: Measures the depth of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by depth.
Importance: LOW
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 is shallower than the average steam cleaner (241.3 mm vs 320.5 mm).241.3 mm vs 320.5 mm
14.5% higher user score
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 has a higher user score than the average steam cleaner (9.16 vs 8).
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Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 has a higher user score than the average steam cleaner (9.16 vs 8).9.16 vs 8
90 seconds shorter heat-up time
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 has a shorter heat-up time than the average steam cleaner (30 seconds vs 120 seconds).
2.62 m longer power cord
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 has a longer power cord than the average steam cleaner (7.6 m vs 5 m).
0.41 m longer action radius
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 has a longer action radius than the average steam cleaner (7.6 m vs 7.21 m).
1 more mop pads
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 includes more mop pads than the average steam cleaner (2 vs 1).
Includes a scraper / grout tool
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 has a scraper or grout tool, while the average steam cleaner does not.
1.19 kg lighter
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 weighs less than the average steam cleaner (2.8 kg vs 4 kg).
79.2 mm shallower
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 is shallower than the average steam cleaner (241.3 mm vs 320.5 mm).

Why is Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 worse than the average steam cleaner?

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240 ml smaller water tank capacity
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 has a smaller water tank capacity than the average steam cleaner (560 ml vs 800 ml).
Not suitable for upholstery and fabrics
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 is not suitable for upholstery and fabrics, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
Cannot steam garments
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 cannot steam garments, while the average steam cleaner can do this.
Not suitable for glass and windows
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 is not suitable for glass and windows, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
No upholstery / fabric tool
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 does not have an upholstery or fabric tool, while the average steam cleaner does.
5 fewer accessories
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 includes fewer accessories than the average steam cleaner (5 vs 10).
No jet nozzle
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 does not have a jet nozzle, while the average steam cleaner does.
No detail brushes
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 does not have detail brushes, while the average steam cleaner does.
No wheels
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 does not have wheels, while the average steam cleaner does.
838.4 mm taller
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 is taller than the average steam cleaner (1168.4 mm vs 330 mm).
36.2 mm wider
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 is wider than the average steam cleaner (330.2 mm vs 294 mm).
2 older release date
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 was released earlier than the average steam cleaner.
No safety valve / cap
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 does not have a safety valve or safety cap, while the average steam cleaner does.
No upholstery / fabric tool
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 does not have an upholstery or fabric tool, while the average steam cleaner does.
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has upholstery / fabric tool.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by upholstery / fabric tool.
Importance: LOW
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 does not have an upholstery or fabric tool, while the average steam cleaner does.
Not suitable for upholstery and fabrics
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 is not suitable for upholstery and fabrics, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has suitable for upholstery / fabrics.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by suitable for upholstery / fabrics.
Importance: MEDIUM
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 is not suitable for upholstery and fabrics, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
Cannot steam garments
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 cannot steam garments, while the average steam cleaner can do this.
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has garment steaming capability.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by garment steaming capability.
Importance: LOW
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 cannot steam garments, while the average steam cleaner can do this.
No safety valve / cap
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 does not have a safety valve or safety cap, while the average steam cleaner does.
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has safety valve / safety cap.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by safety valve / safety cap.
Importance: LOW
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 does not have a safety valve or safety cap, while the average steam cleaner does.
5 fewer accessories
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 includes fewer accessories than the average steam cleaner (5 vs 10).
What it is: Measures the accessory count of the steam cleaner.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by accessory count.
Importance: MEDIUM
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 includes fewer accessories than the average steam cleaner (5 vs 10).5 vs 10
No wheels
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 does not have wheels, while the average steam cleaner does.
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has wheels.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by wheels.
Importance: LOW
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 does not have wheels, while the average steam cleaner does.
Not suitable for glass and windows
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 is not suitable for glass and windows, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has suitable for glass / windows.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by suitable for glass / windows.
Importance: LOW
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 is not suitable for glass and windows, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
No detail brushes
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 does not have detail brushes, while the average steam cleaner does.
What it is: Shows whether the steam cleaner has detail brushes included.
When it matters: This matters when you compare steam cleaners by detail brushes included.
Importance: LOW
Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 does not have detail brushes, while the average steam cleaner does.

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Third-party reviews

United States

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806?

Powerful continuous steam that quickly breaks down stuck-on dirt and grime
Onboard detachable SpotBoost brush works exceptionally well on tile grout and stubborn spots
Heats up rapidly, usually within 30 seconds of plugging it in
Lightweight, maneuverable, and equipped with a smooth swivel steering head
Generous 25-foot power cord provides excellent reach without frequent unplugging
Easy-to-fill water tank with a transparent window to check water levels
Includes washable microfiber pads and a built-in tray for refreshing scent discs

What customers dislike about Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806?

Lacks a detachable handheld hose unit or multi-purpose accessory attachments
Requires manual pad changes as there is no hands-free detachment mechanism
Can leave minor water streaks or excess moisture on certain floor coatings
Water reservoir empties quickly when using the high steam setting
Some long-term users report durability concerns with steam output consistency over time
No automatic cord rewind mechanism requiring manual wrapping after use

Expert reviews

techgearlab.com

28/10/2021

Summary of the review

Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe Review | Tested & Rated

The Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe earned an 82/100 from TechGearLab, ranking #2 out of 13 tested for its exceptional cleaning performance (9/10), high maneuverability, and a convenient spot-scrubbing brush. While it excels at floor cleaning with a long 25-foot cord, it is limited by a lack of attachments for above-floor cleaning and requires manual handling for pad changes.

familyhandyman.com

15/04/2024

Summary of the review

Effortless Cleaning with the Bissell PowerFresh Steam Mop – Family Handyman Approved!

The Family Handyman review designates the Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe 1806 as an "Approved" tool, highlighting it as an easy-to-use, efficient, and lightweight cleaner featuring a swivel head for maneuvering and a detachable "SpotBoost" brush for grime. While praised for its continuous sanitizing steam, the unit produces a noticeable sputtering noise during heating and requires manual effort for heavy, caked-on stains.

businessinsider.com

12/04/2026

Summary of the review

The Best Steam Mops and Cleaners - Business Insider

Business Insider evaluated eight steam cleaners for efficient, chemical-free sanitization, naming the Bissell 1806 PowerFresh Deluxe the best overall for its rapid heat-up and strong scrubbing, despite lacking attachments and requiring a screwdriver for assembly. The PurSteam 10-in-1 serves as a versatile, budget-friendly option, while the Bissell 15441 PowerFresh Pet Lift-Off is recommended for its heavy-duty attachments. While effective at lifting surface dirt, the tested models generally struggle with deep-set stains and can leave behind excess moisture on floors.

bobvila.com

17/02/2023

Summary of the review

Bissell PowerFresh Steam Mop Review: Is It Worth the Hype?

In a review for Bob Vila, the Bissell PowerFresh Scrubbing & Sanitizing Steam Mop is identified as a top-performing cleaner featuring three digital steam settings, a versatile low-profile, dual-swivelling head, and a 23-foot power cord. Key pros include its ability to sanitize without chemicals and a built-in scrub brush, while noted cons involve difficulty monitoring the water level and limited cleaning ability in sharp, square corners.

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