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Bissell Vac & Steam 1977N Review | 61 Data compared

Avg. price:~£150Heat-up time:30 secondsPower rating:1600 WWeight:4 kg

Bissell Vac & Steam 1977N 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.

6.1

Overall score

Score
6.1/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of products in the Steam Cleaners category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference for identifying the best products in the Steam Cleaners category.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Score components

80%

6.1

Technical Score

20%

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User score

â–¼Worse than 95% of steam-cleaners
6.1

Technical Score

Technical score
6.1/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Steam Cleaners category across these key areas: Performance, Tank, Versatility, Accessories, Design, Safety.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Steam Cleaners category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components

28%

5.7

Performance

24%

5.8

Tank

21%

6.8

Versatility

10%

4.0

Accessories

9%

8.5

Design

8%

6.5

Safety

â–¼Worse than 84% of steam-cleaners
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Steam Cleaners category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Steam Cleaners category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Verdict

The BISSELL Vac & Steam 1977N is a multi-functional 2-in-1 corded appliance that combines a cyclonic-action vacuum and a hard-floor steam mop, allowing users to vacuum and steam simultaneously or separately via integrated finger-tip digital controls. Key specifications include a 1600W power system, a 380ml easy-fill water tank that heats up in just 30 seconds, a 0.95-litre dry debris dirt bin utilizing Dry-Tank technology to keep dust completely isolated from moisture, and an electronic variable steam output setting (high/low). Its main advantages lie in its ability to eliminate up to 99.9% of germs and bacteria using only water, its hygienic "Drop-It" mess-free tank emptying mechanism, and a detachable foot-release mop pad tray that significantly reduces overall hard-floor maintenance time. However, notable drawbacks include its lack of suitability for carpets, a relatively heavy operational weight of around 4.8 kg, and a rigid, bulky floorhead design that can limit maneuverability under tight furniture gaps.

Technical Specifications of steam cleaner Bissell Vac & Steam 1977N

Technical Score
Technical score
6.1/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Steam Cleaners category across these key areas: Performance, Tank, Versatility, Accessories, Design, Safety.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Steam Cleaners category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components:

28%

5.7

Performance

24%

5.8

Tank

21%

6.8

Versatility

10%

4.0

Accessories

9%

8.5

Design

8%

6.5

Safety

6.1
Bissell Vac & Steam 1977N has a technical score of 6.1 points, which is lower than 83.9% of products in this category.
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Steam Cleaners category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Steam Cleaners category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Steam Cleaners category.
When it matters
When you prefer products in the Steam Cleaners category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Bissell Vac & Steam 1977N has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 86.7% of products in this category.
1.0
Bissell Vac & Steam 1977N has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 86.7% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Steam Cleaners category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Steam Cleaners category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
Score components:

60%

6.1

Overall score

40%

9.7

Price

7.2
Bissell Vac & Steam 1977N has a value-for-money score of 7.2 points, which is lower than 88.1% of products in this category.
Steam pressure
N/A
Steam temperature
95 °C
Steam temperature
95 °C
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Market range: <95 °C – >160 °C
This steam cleaner has a steam temperature of 95 °C, which is lower than that of 95.4% of steam cleaners and matches that of 1.5% of steam cleaners.
Steam flow rate
?
Heat-up time
30 seconds
Heat-up time
30 seconds
â–² Better than 59% of models
Market range: <15 seconds – >540 seconds
This steam cleaner has a heat-up time of 30 seconds, which is shorter than that of 58.7% of steam cleaners and matches that of 22.4% of steam cleaners.
Continuous steam time
15 minutes
Continuous steam time
15 minutes
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Market range: <11.5 minutes – >50 minutes
This steam cleaner has a continuous steam time of 15 minutes, which is shorter than that of 63.6% of steam cleaners and matches that of 18.2% of steam cleaners.
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Cordless
no
Cordless
no
â–¼ Worse than 4% of models
This steam cleaner is corded only, unlike 4.2% of steam cleaners.
Action radius
7.6 m
Action radius
7.6 m
â–² Better than 72% of models
Market range: <5 m – >8.5 m
This steam cleaner has an action radius of 7.6 m, which is longer than that of 71.7% of steam cleaners and matches that of 2.5% of steam cleaners.
Stainless steel boiler
no
Stainless steel boiler
no
â–¼ Worse than 23% of models
This steam cleaner does not have a stainless steel boiler, unlike 22.5% of steam cleaners.
Power rating
1,600 W
Power rating
1,600 W
â–² Better than 58% of models
Market range: <1.1k W – >2.1k W
This steam cleaner has a power rating of 1,600 W, which is higher than that of 58% of steam cleaners and matches that of 11.9% of steam cleaners.
Water tank capacity
400 ml
Water tank capacity
400 ml
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Market range: <300 ml – >1.9k ml
This steam cleaner has a water tank capacity of 400 ml, which is smaller than that of 70% of steam cleaners and matches that of 5.8% of steam cleaners.
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Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
â–² Better than 8% of models
This steam cleaner is suitable for allergy sufferers, as are 91.6% of steam cleaners.
Product type
steam vacuum cleaner
Convertible handheld design
no
Convertible handheld design
no
â–¼ Worse than 18% of models
This steam cleaner does not have a convertible handheld design, unlike 18.2% of steam cleaners.
Steam vacuum function
yes
Steam vacuum function
yes
â–² Better than 88% of models
This steam cleaner has a steam vacuum function, as do 11.9% of steam cleaners.
Floor nozzle type
Rectangular floor head
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Accessory count
5
Accessory count
5
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Market range: <4 – >17
This steam cleaner includes 5 accessories, which is fewer than the number included with 73.2% of steam cleaners and the same as the number included with 8.5% of steam cleaners.
Mop pads included
2
Mop pads included
2
â–² Better than 66% of models
Market range: <0 – >2
This steam cleaner includes 2 mop pads, which is more than the number included with 65.7% of steam cleaners and the same as the number included with 25.9% of steam cleaners.
Carpet glider included
no
Carpet glider included
no
â–¼ Worse than 31% of models
This steam cleaner does not have a carpet glider, unlike 31.5% of steam cleaners.
Extension tubes / wands
no
Extension tubes / wands
no
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
This steam cleaner does not have extension tubes or wands, unlike 56.6% of steam cleaners.
Extension hose
no
Extension hose
no
â–¼ Worse than 20% of models
This steam cleaner does not have an extension hose, unlike 19.6% of steam cleaners.
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Wheels
yes
Wheels
yes
â–² Better than 45% of models
This steam cleaner has wheels, as do 55.2% of steam cleaners.
Volume
81.76 L
Volume
81.76 L
â–² Better than 86% of models
Market range: <16.224 L – >84.378 L
This steam cleaner has an external volume of 81.76 L.
Weight
4 kg
Weight
4 kg
â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
Market range: <1.18 kg – >7 kg
This steam cleaner weighs 4 kg, which is heavier than 50.4% of steam cleaners and the same weight as 9.8% of steam cleaners.
Width
280 mm
Height
1,168 mm
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Child safety lock
yes
Child safety lock
yes
â–² Better than 41% of models
This steam cleaner has a child safety lock, as do 59.4% of steam cleaners.
Safety valve / safety cap
no
Safety valve / safety cap
no
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
This steam cleaner does not have a safety valve or safety cap, unlike 60.8% of steam cleaners.
Auto shut-off
no
Auto shut-off
no
â–¼ Worse than 13% of models
This steam cleaner does not have automatic shut-off, unlike 13.3% of steam cleaners.
Trigger lock / continuous steam lock
no
Trigger lock / continuous steam lock
no
â–¼ Worse than 27% of models
This steam cleaner does not have a trigger lock for continuous steam, unlike 26.6% of steam cleaners.
Descaling system
yes
Descaling system
yes
â–² Better than 75% of models
This steam cleaner has a descaling system, as do 25.2% of steam cleaners.
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Bissell Vac & Steam 1977N vs the average steam cleaner

246810TotalPerformanceTankVersatilityAccessoriesDesignSafety
  • Steam vacuum function
    Steam vacuum function
    yes
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    This steam cleaner has a steam vacuum function, while the average steam cleaner does not have a steam-vacuum function.
  • 2.6 m longer power cord
    Power cord length
    7.6 m
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <4 m – >7.5 m
    This steam cleaner has a longer power cord than the average steam cleaner (7.6 m vs 5 m).
    7.6 m vs 5 m
  • Includes a descaling system
    Descaling system
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This steam cleaner has a descaling system, while the average steam cleaner does not have a descaling system.
  • 0.6 m longer action radius
    Action radius
    7.6 m
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >8.5 m
    This steam cleaner has a longer action radius than the average steam cleaner (7.6 m vs 7 m).
    7.6 m vs 7 m
  • 1 more mop pads
    Mop pads included
    2
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <0 – >2
    This steam cleaner includes more mop pads than the average steam cleaner (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • 120 seconds shorter heat-up time
    Heat-up time
    30 seconds
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <15 seconds – >540 seconds
    This steam cleaner has a shorter heat-up time than the average steam cleaner (30 seconds vs 150 seconds).
    30 seconds vs 150 seconds
  • 100 W higher power rating
    Power rating
    1,600 W
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <1.1k W – >2.1k W
    This steam cleaner has a higher power rating than the average steam cleaner (1600 W vs 1500 W).
    1,600 W vs 1,500 W
  • 120 seconds shorter heat-up time
    Heat-up time
    30 seconds
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <15 seconds – >540 seconds
    This steam cleaner has a shorter heat-up time than the average steam cleaner (30 seconds vs 150 seconds).
    30 seconds vs 150 seconds
  • 2.6 m longer power cord
    Power cord length
    7.6 m
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <4 m – >7.5 m
    This steam cleaner has a longer power cord than the average steam cleaner (7.6 m vs 5 m).
    7.6 m vs 5 m
  • 0.6 m longer action radius
    Action radius
    7.6 m
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >8.5 m
    This steam cleaner has a longer action radius than the average steam cleaner (7.6 m vs 7 m).
    7.6 m vs 7 m
  • 100 W higher power rating
    Power rating
    1,600 W
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <1.1k W – >2.1k W
    This steam cleaner has a higher power rating than the average steam cleaner (1600 W vs 1500 W).
    1,600 W vs 1,500 W
  • Steam vacuum function
    Steam vacuum function
    yes
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    This steam cleaner has a steam vacuum function, while the average steam cleaner does not have a steam-vacuum function.
  • 1 more mop pads
    Mop pads included
    2
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <0 – >2
    This steam cleaner includes more mop pads than the average steam cleaner (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • Includes a descaling system
    Descaling system
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This steam cleaner has a descaling system, while the average steam cleaner does not have a descaling system.
  • 40 °C lower steam temperature
    Steam temperature
    95 °C
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <95 °C – >160 °C
    This steam cleaner has a lower steam temperature than the average steam cleaner (95 °C vs 135 °C).
    95 °C vs 135 °C
  • Not suitable for upholstery and fabrics
    Suitable for upholstery / fabrics
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    This steam cleaner is not suitable for upholstery and fabrics, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
  • No adjustable steam output
    Adjustable steam output
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have adjustable steam output, while the average steam cleaner has adjustable steam output.
  • Not suitable for grout
    Suitable for grout
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    This steam cleaner is not suitable for grout, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
  • No upholstery / fabric tool
    Upholstery / fabric tool
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have an upholstery or fabric tool, while the average steam cleaner has an upholstery or fabric tool.
  • Cannot steam garments
    Garment steaming capability
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This steam cleaner cannot steam garments, while the average steam cleaner can do this.
  • No water-level indicator
    Water level indicator
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have a water-level indicator, while the average steam cleaner has a water-level indicator.
  • 400 ml smaller water tank capacity
    Water tank capacity
    400 ml
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <300 ml – >1.9k ml
    This steam cleaner has a smaller water tank capacity than the average steam cleaner (400 ml vs 800 ml).
    400 ml vs 800 ml
  • 7.51x less popular
    Bissell Vac & Steam 1977N is less popular than the average steam cleaner (1 vs 7.5).
    1 vs 7.51
  • 10.7% worse value for money
    Bissell Vac & Steam 1977N offers worse value for money than the average steam cleaner (7.2 vs 8).
    7.2 vs 7.97
  • 0% lower user score
    User score
    8.0/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Steam Cleaners category.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how products in the Steam Cleaners category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
    Score distribution
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    Bissell Vac & Steam 1977N
    the average steam cleaner
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    Bissell Vac & Steam 1977N has a lower user score than the average steam cleaner (8.00 vs 8.004).
    8 vs 8
  • 15.4% more expensive
    Bissell Vac & Steam 1977N is more expensive than the average steam cleaner (£150 vs £130).
    £150 vs £130
  • 40 °C lower steam temperature
    Steam temperature
    95 °C
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <95 °C – >160 °C
    This steam cleaner has a lower steam temperature than the average steam cleaner (95 °C vs 135 °C).
    95 °C vs 135 °C
  • No adjustable steam output
    Adjustable steam output
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have adjustable steam output, while the average steam cleaner has adjustable steam output.
  • 5 minutes shorter continuous steam time
    Continuous steam time
    15 minutes
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <11.5 minutes – >50 minutes
    This steam cleaner has a shorter continuous steam time than the average steam cleaner (15 minutes vs 20 minutes).
    15 minutes vs 20 minutes
  • 400 ml smaller water tank capacity
    Water tank capacity
    400 ml
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <300 ml – >1.9k ml
    This steam cleaner has a smaller water tank capacity than the average steam cleaner (400 ml vs 800 ml).
    400 ml vs 800 ml
  • No water-level indicator
    Water level indicator
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have a water-level indicator, while the average steam cleaner has a water-level indicator.
  • 600 ml smaller boiler capacity
    Boiler capacity
    400 ml
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <200 ml – >1.8k ml
    This steam cleaner has a smaller boiler capacity than the average steam cleaner (400 ml vs 1000 ml).
    400 ml vs 1,000 ml
  • Not suitable for upholstery and fabrics
    Suitable for upholstery / fabrics
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    This steam cleaner is not suitable for upholstery and fabrics, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
  • Not suitable for grout
    Suitable for grout
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    This steam cleaner is not suitable for grout, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
  • Cannot steam garments
    Garment steaming capability
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This steam cleaner cannot steam garments, while the average steam cleaner can do this.
  • Not suitable for glass and windows
    Suitable for glass / windows
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    This steam cleaner is not suitable for glass and windows, while the average steam cleaner is suitable for the same use.
  • 2.5 cm narrower cleaning width
    Cleaning width
    28 cm
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <27 cm – >37.8 cm
    This steam cleaner has a narrower cleaning width than the average steam cleaner (28 cm vs 30.5 cm).
    28 cm vs 30.5 cm
  • No upholstery / fabric tool
    Upholstery / fabric tool
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have an upholstery or fabric tool, while the average steam cleaner has an upholstery or fabric tool.
  • No extension tubes / wands
    Extension tubes / wands
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have extension tubes or wands, while the average steam cleaner has extension tubes or wands.
  • No detail brushes
    Detail brushes included
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have detail brushes, while the average steam cleaner has detail brushes.
  • 4 fewer accessories
    Accessory count
    5
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <4 – >17
    This steam cleaner includes fewer accessories than the average steam cleaner (5 vs 9).
    5 vs 9
  • No jet nozzle
    Jet nozzle
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have a jet nozzle, while the average steam cleaner has a jet nozzle.
  • No scraper / grout tool
    Scraper / grout tool
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have a scraper or grout tool, while the average steam cleaner has a scraper or grout tool.
  • 2.3% heavier
    Weight
    4 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    Market range: <1.18 kg – >7 kg
    40% heavier: this steam cleaner is heavier than the average steam cleaner (4 kg vs 3.91 kg).
    4 kg vs 3.91 kg
  • 2 years older
    Release date
    2017
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This steam cleaner was released earlier than the average steam cleaner.
    2,017 vs 2,018
  • No safety valve / cap
    Safety valve / safety cap
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This steam cleaner does not have a safety valve or safety cap, while the average steam cleaner has a safety valve or safety cap.

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Bissell Vac & Steam 1977N?

  • Saves time by combining vacuuming and steam cleaning into a single step
  • Excellent and consistent steam output that effectively sanitises and cleans hard floors
  • Versatile functionality allows you to use the vacuum alone, steam alone, or both together
  • Strong suction performance on hard surfaces like tile and laminate
  • Leaves floors looking noticeably cleaner than standard mopping without making them overly wet

What customers dislike about Bissell Vac & Steam 1977N?

  • The vacuum suction is relatively weak and cannot match dedicated standalone vacuums
  • Can struggle to pick up excessive pet hair, which may get wet and smear on the floor
  • Not highly effective on carpets and rugs
  • Can be quite heavy to manoeuvre and is noisy during operation
  • The front brush can sometimes smear gloppy or sticky messes around
  • Controls can be a bit tricky to use

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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expertreviews.co.uk
26/05/2016
Summary of the review
Bissell Vac & Steam review - a hard floor specialist
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trustedreviews.com
02/08/2018
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Bissell Vac & Steam 1977E Review - Trusted Reviews
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mrsshilts.co.uk
23/02/2018
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Keeping the floors clean with the Bissell Vac & Steam Cleaner Review
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choice.com.au
26/09/2014
Summary of the review
Bissell Vac & Steam review - CHOICE
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digitalreviews.net
10/07/2014
Summary of the review
Hands on with the New BISSELL VAC & STEAM

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