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Bissell Hard Floor Expert Canister Vacuum Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£230Suction power (AW):?Battery runtime:N/A minutesCapacity:1.6 LWeight:4.13 kg

Bissell Hard Floor Expert Canister Vacuum Review: Compare 52 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Vacuum Cleaners category and whether it is worth buying.

6.7

Overall score

Score
6.7/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the vacuum cleaner's quality, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference for identifying the best vacuum cleaners on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 53% of models
Score components

80%

6.4

Technical Score

20%

8.3

User score

▼Worse than 53% of vacuum-cleaners
6.4

Technical Score

Technical score
6.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the vacuum cleaner's technical performance across six key areas: performance, battery and power supply, filtration, attachments, design, and smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare vacuum cleaners by cleaning performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 63% of models
Score components

28%

7.0

Performance

22%

5.8

Battery

18%

6.9

Filtration

14%

7.3

Attachments

10%

5.6

Design

8%

4.0

Smart features

▼Worse than 63% of vacuum-cleaners
8.3

User score

User score
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total number of reviews received by the vacuum cleaner.
When it matters
When you want to know how a vacuum cleaner performs in everyday use and how reliable owners find it over time.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 74% of models
Score components

70%

7.9

User ratings

30%

9.2

Number of reviews

Based on 4,055 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
▲Better than 74% of vacuum-cleaners
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Verdict

The Bissell Hard Floor Expert Canister Vacuum is a lightweight, bagless, corded cleaning unit featuring a 9.2-amp motor, multi-cyclonic suction technology, and a 1.6 to 2-litre EasyEmpty bottom-release dirt tank. Its primary characteristics and pros include a specialized 11-inch hard floor turbine foot with non-marring rubber wheels designed to thoroughly clean hardwood, tile, and laminate surfaces without scratching, complemented by an 18-foot power cord with automatic rewind, a telescoping metal wand, and an additional multi-surface foot. However, its notable cons are that it struggles significantly when extracting dirt or pet hair embedded in high-pile carpeting and area rugs, and it can incur high annual filter maintenance costs.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Bissell Hard Floor Expert Canister Vacuum

Technical Score
Technical score
6.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the vacuum cleaner's technical performance across six key areas: performance, battery and power supply, filtration, attachments, design, and smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare vacuum cleaners by cleaning performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 63% of models
Score components:

28%

7.0

Performance

22%

5.8

Battery

18%

6.9

Filtration

14%

7.3

Attachments

10%

5.6

Design

8%

4.0

Smart features

6.4
Bissell Hard Floor Expert Canister Vacuum has a technical score of 6.4 points, which is lower than 62.9% of vacuum cleaners.
User score
User score
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total number of reviews received by the vacuum cleaner.
When it matters
When you want to know how a vacuum cleaner performs in everyday use and how reliable owners find it over time.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 74% of models
Score components

70%

7.9

User ratings

30%

9.2

Number of reviews

Based on 4,055 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
8.3
Bissell Hard Floor Expert Canister Vacuum has a user score of 8.25 points, which is higher than 73.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Popularity
Popularity
9.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the vacuum cleaner.
When it matters
When you prefer a vacuum cleaner that has been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 85% of models
Popularity:
Bissell Hard Floor Expert Canister Vacuum has a popularity score of 9.2 points, which is higher than 84.5% of vacuum cleaners.
9.2
Bissell Hard Floor Expert Canister Vacuum has a popularity score of 9.2 points, which is higher than 84.5% of vacuum cleaners.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.5/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the vacuum cleaner's overall score with its price.
When it matters
When you are looking for a vacuum cleaner with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components:

60%

6.7

Overall score

40%

9.3

Price

7.5
Bissell Hard Floor Expert Canister Vacuum has a value-for-money score of 7.5 points, which is lower than 60.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
?
Suction power (kPa)
?
Airflow
?
Motor type
Universal motor
Power consumption
1,104 W
Power consumption
1,104 W
▼ Worse than 97% of models
Market range: <165 W – >899 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 1,104 W, which is higher than the power consumption of 97.3% of vacuum cleaners.
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Cordless
no
Cordless
no
▼ Worse than 50% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not work cordlessly. 49.5% of vacuum cleaners offer cordless operation.
Battery runtime
N/A
Charging time
N/A
Battery capacity
N/A
Battery voltage
N/A
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Filter class
standard
Filter class
standard
▼ Worse than 93% of models
This vacuum cleaner uses filter class standard, which is less advanced than the class used by 93.2% of vacuum cleaners and the same as the class used by 6.8% of vacuum cleaners.
Minimum overall efficiency
?
Suitable for allergy sufferers
no
Suitable for allergy sufferers
no
▼ Worse than 83% of models
This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for allergy sufferers. 82.4% of vacuum cleaners are allergy-friendly.
Capacity
1.6 L
Capacity
1.6 L
▲ Better than 66% of models
Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 1.6 L, which is larger than that of 66.5% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 1% of vacuum cleaners.
Bagless
yes
Bagless
yes
▲ Better than 21% of models
This vacuum cleaner uses a bagless design. 78.6% of vacuum cleaners use this setup.
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Main brush type
roll brush
Roller type
multi-surface
Anti-tangle brush
no
Anti-tangle brush
no
▼ Worse than 26% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include an anti-tangle brush. 25.7% of vacuum cleaners include this feature.
Mini motorized brush
no
Mini motorized brush
no
▼ Worse than 27% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include a mini motorized brush. 26.9% of vacuum cleaners include this attachment.
Suitable for pet owners
yes
Suitable for pet owners
yes
▲ Better than 28% of models
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for pet owners. 72% of vacuum cleaners handle pet hair well.
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Vacuum type
canister
Weight
4.13 kg
Weight
4.13 kg
▼ Worse than 59% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 4.13 kg, which is greater than the weight of 59.2% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.1% of vacuum cleaners.
2-in-1 design
no
2-in-1 design
no
▼ Worse than 53% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not offer a 2-in-1 design. 53% of vacuum cleaners offer this flexible format.
Self-standing
no
Self-standing
no
▼ Worse than 19% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not stand on its own. 18.9% of vacuum cleaners offer this convenience.
Adjustable tube height
yes
Adjustable tube height
yes
▲ Better than 53% of models
This vacuum cleaner includes adjustable tube height. 47.4% of vacuum cleaners offer this ergonomic feature.
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Auto suction adjustment
no
Auto suction adjustment
no
▼ Worse than 20% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not support automatic suction adjustment. 19.9% of vacuum cleaners support this feature.
Dust particle sensor
no
Dust particle sensor
no
▼ Worse than 8% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include a dust particle sensor. 8% of vacuum cleaners include this feature.
LED display
no
LED display
no
▼ Worse than 26% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include an LED display. 25.9% of vacuum cleaners include this interface feature.
Nozzle light
no
Nozzle light
no
▼ Worse than 43% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include a nozzle light. 43.4% of vacuum cleaners include this visibility feature.
Mopping support
no
Mopping support
no
▼ Worse than 4% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not support mopping. 3.7% of vacuum cleaners support this multi-function feature.

Bissell Hard Floor Expert Canister Vacuum vs the average vacuum cleaner

246810TotalPerformanceBatteryFiltrationAttachmentsDesignSmart features
  • Includes removable battery
    Removable battery
    yes
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a removable battery, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes parquet brush
    Parquet brush
    yes
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a parquet brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Adjustable tube height
    Adjustable tube height
    yes
    ▲ Better than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner has adjustable tube height, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 719 mm shorter body
    Height
    381.0 mm
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is shorter than the average vacuum cleaner (381 mm vs 1100 mm).
    381.0 mm vs 1,100 mm
  • 0.6 L larger dust container
    Capacity
    1.6 L
    ▲ Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (1.6 L vs 1 L).
    1.6 L vs 1 L
  • 19.4 mm wider cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    279.4 mm
    ▲ Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <230 mm – >309 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a wider cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (279.4 mm vs 260 mm).
    279.4 mm vs 260 mm
  • 3.2% higher user score
    User score
    8.3/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews with the total number of reviews received by the vacuum cleaner.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a vacuum cleaner performs in everyday use and how reliable owners find it over time.
    Score distribution
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    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Bissell Hard Floor Expert Canister Vacuum
    the average vacuum cleaner
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Bissell Hard Floor Expert Canister Vacuum has a higher user score than the average vacuum cleaner (8.25 vs 8.000).
    8.25 vs 8
  • 3.2% higher user score
    User score
    8.3/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews with the total number of reviews received by the vacuum cleaner.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a vacuum cleaner performs in everyday use and how reliable owners find it over time.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Bissell Hard Floor Expert Canister Vacuum
    the average vacuum cleaner
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Bissell Hard Floor Expert Canister Vacuum has a higher user score than the average vacuum cleaner (8.25 vs 8.000).
    8.25 vs 8
  • 19.4 mm wider cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    279.4 mm
    ▲ Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <230 mm – >309 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a wider cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (279.4 mm vs 260 mm).
    279.4 mm vs 260 mm
  • Includes removable battery
    Removable battery
    yes
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a removable battery, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 0.6 L larger dust container
    Capacity
    1.6 L
    ▲ Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (1.6 L vs 1 L).
    1.6 L vs 1 L
  • Includes parquet brush
    Parquet brush
    yes
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a parquet brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Adjustable tube height
    Adjustable tube height
    yes
    ▲ Better than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner has adjustable tube height, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 719 mm shorter body
    Height
    381.0 mm
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is shorter than the average vacuum cleaner (381 mm vs 1100 mm).
    381.0 mm vs 1,100 mm
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    82-82 dB
    ▼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (82-82 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    82-82 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • No handheld conversion
    2-in-1 design
    no
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not have a 2-in-1 design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • Not allergy-friendly
    Suitable for allergy sufferers
    no
    ▼ Worse than 83% of models
    This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for allergy sufferers, the average vacuum cleaner is.
  • No upholstery nozzle
    Upholstery nozzle
    no
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not include an upholstery nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • Lower filter class
    Filter class
    standard
    ▼ Worse than 93% of models
    This vacuum cleaner uses a lower filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (standard vs hepa).
    standard vs hepa
  • 504 W higher power consumption
    Power consumption
    1,104 W
    ▼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws more power than the average vacuum cleaner (1104 W vs 600 W).
    1,104 W vs 600 W
  • 222.7 mm deeper body
    Depth
    487.7 mm
    ▼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <170 mm – >440 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (487.7 mm vs 265 mm).
    487.7 mm vs 265 mm
  • 1 fewer power levels
    Number of speeds
    1
    ▼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <1 – >4
    This vacuum cleaner offers fewer speed levels than the average vacuum cleaner (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • 53.3% more expensive
    Bissell Hard Floor Expert Canister Vacuum is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£230 vs £150).
    £230 vs £150
  • 1.8% worse value for money
    Bissell Hard Floor Expert Canister Vacuum offers worse value for money than the average vacuum cleaner (7.51 vs 7.6).
    7.51 vs 7.65
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    82-82 dB
    ▼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (82-82 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    82-82 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 504 W higher power consumption
    Power consumption
    1,104 W
    ▼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws more power than the average vacuum cleaner (1104 W vs 600 W).
    1,104 W vs 600 W
  • 1 fewer power levels
    Number of speeds
    1
    ▼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <1 – >4
    This vacuum cleaner offers fewer speed levels than the average vacuum cleaner (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • 1.01 m shorter power cord
    Power cord length
    5.49 m
    ▼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >9.3 m
    This vacuum cleaner has a shorter power cord than the average vacuum cleaner (5.5 m vs 6.5 m).
    5.49 m vs 6.5 m
  • Not allergy-friendly
    Suitable for allergy sufferers
    no
    ▼ Worse than 83% of models
    This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for allergy sufferers, the average vacuum cleaner is.
  • Lower filter class
    Filter class
    standard
    ▼ Worse than 93% of models
    This vacuum cleaner uses a lower filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (standard vs hepa).
    standard vs hepa
  • No upholstery nozzle
    Upholstery nozzle
    no
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not include an upholstery nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No handheld conversion
    2-in-1 design
    no
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not have a 2-in-1 design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 222.7 mm deeper body
    Depth
    487.7 mm
    ▼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <170 mm – >440 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (487.7 mm vs 265 mm).
    487.7 mm vs 265 mm
  • Older release date
    Release date
    2015
    ▼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This vacuum cleaner has an older release date than the average vacuum cleaner (2015 vs 2021).
    2015 vs 2021
  • 14.1% higher weight
    Weight
    4.13 kg
    ▼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (4.1 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    4.13 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 14.4 mm wider body
    Width
    279.4 mm
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is wider than the average vacuum cleaner (279.4 mm vs 265 mm).
    279.4 mm vs 265 mm

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Third-party reviews

Based on 4,055 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about Bissell Hard Floor Expert Canister Vacuum?

  • Lightweight and highly portable design making it easy to carry around
  • Excellent suction power specifically optimized for bare and hardwood surfaces
  • Gentle rubber wheels and specialised brushes prevent scratching delicate floors
  • Convenient telescoping extension wand for extended vertical and hard-to-reach cleaning
  • Easy-to-empty bagless dirt tank system

What customers dislike about Bissell Hard Floor Expert Canister Vacuum?

  • Poor performance on medium-to-high pile carpets and area rugs
  • Hair and pet fur easily tangle around the floor turbine brush and require manual cleaning
  • Relatively short power cord length limits maximum cleaning radius
  • Small dirt canister capacity requires frequent emptying during larger cleaning sessions
  • Plastic construction elements feel less durable over extended use

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23/04/2025
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06/03/2018
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