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BISSELL CrossWave HF3 Review | 43 Data compared

Avg. price:~£170Suction pressure:20 kPaCapacity:0.42 LPower:150 WNoise level:70 dBWeight:4.3 kg

BISSELL CrossWave HF3 Review: Compare 43 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category and whether it is worth buying.

6.8

Overall score

Score
6.8/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference for identifying the best products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category.
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6.5

Technical score

20%

8.0

User score

â–²Better than 60% of wet-dry-vacuums
6.5

Technical score

Technical score
6.5/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category across these key areas: Performance, Battery, Design & Mobility, Filter & Accessories.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 55% of models
Score components

40%

6.3

Performance

22%

7.8

Design & Mobility

20%

5.5

Filter & Accessories

18%

6.2

Battery

â–²Better than 55% of wet-dry-vacuums
8.0

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 Wet-Dry Vacuums category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums 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–² Better than 52% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

User ratings

30%

8.4

Number of reviews

Based on 927 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.
â–²Better than 52% of wet-dry-vacuums
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Technical Specifications of wet-dry vacuum BISSELL CrossWave HF3

Technical score
Technical score
6.5/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category across these key areas: Performance, Battery, Design & Mobility, Filter & Accessories.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 55% of models
Score components:

40%

6.3

Performance

22%

7.8

Design & Mobility

20%

5.5

Filter & Accessories

18%

6.2

Battery

6.5
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 Wet-Dry Vacuums category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums 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–² Better than 52% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

User ratings

30%

8.4

Number of reviews

Based on 927 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.
8.0
Popularity
Popularity
8.4/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category.
When it matters
When you prefer products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 71% of models
Popularity:
BISSELL CrossWave HF3 has a popularity score of 8.4 points, which is higher than 71.3% of products in this category.
8.4
Value for money
Value for money
7.6/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 57% of models
Score components:

60%

6.8

Overall score

40%

9.6

Price

7.6
Power
150 W
Power
150 W
â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
Market range: <220 W – >1.5k W
This wet-dry vacuum has a power output of 150 W, which is lower than that of 97.7% of wet-dry vacuums and the same as that of 2.3% of wet-dry vacuums.
Variable power
yes
Variable power
yes
â–² Better than 65% of models
This wet-dry vacuum has adjustable suction power. This feature is present on 35% of wet-dry vacuums.
Capacity
0.42 L
Capacity
0.42 L
â–¼ Worse than 100% of models
Market range: <0.7 L – >30 L
This wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 0.42 L, which is smaller than that of 99.5% of wet-dry vacuums.
Noise level
70 dB
Noise level
70 dB
â–² Better than 89% of models
Market range: <70 dB – >80 dB
This wet-dry vacuum operates at a noise level of 70 dB, which is lower than that of 89% of wet-dry vacuums and the same as that of 2.1% of wet-dry vacuums.
Suction pressure
20 kPa
Suction pressure
20 kPa
â–² Better than 55% of models
Market range: <11.5 kPa – >24 kPa
This wet-dry vacuum has a suction pressure of 20 kPa, which is higher than that of 55% of wet-dry vacuums and the same as that of 15.6% of wet-dry vacuums.
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Cordless
yes
Cordless
yes
â–² Better than 71% of models
This wet-dry vacuum supports cordless operation. This feature is present on 29.6% of wet-dry vacuums.
Battery type
Li-ion
Battery runtime
25 minutes
Battery runtime
25 minutes
â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
Market range: <25 minutes – >65 minutes
This wet-dry vacuum offers 25 minutes of battery runtime, which is shorter than that of 90% of wet-dry vacuums and the same length as that of 6% of wet-dry vacuums.
Charging time
4 hours
Charging time
4 hours
â–² Better than 20% of models
Market range: <3.5 hours – >4.5 hours
This wet-dry vacuum charges in 4 hours, a time shorter than that of 20.4% of wet-dry vacuums and the same as that of 65.3% of wet-dry vacuums.
Battery voltage
22.2 V
Battery voltage
22.2 V
â–² Better than 66% of models
Market range: <18 V – >25.9 V
This wet-dry vacuum has a battery voltage of 22.2 V, which is higher than that of 66.1% of wet-dry vacuums.
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Power cable length
N/A
Operating radius
N/A
Bagless
yes
Bagless
yes
â–² Better than 34% of models
This wet-dry vacuum is bagless. This feature is present on 66.5% of wet-dry vacuums.
Tank material
plastic
Tank material
plastic
â–¼ Worse than 42% of models
This wet-dry vacuum uses plastic for its tank, which is less durable than the tank materials used by 41.6% of wet-dry vacuums and comparable in durability to those used by 58.4% of them.
Power cable holder
no
Power cable holder
no
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
This wet-dry vacuum does not have a holder for the power cord. This feature is present on 65.5% of wet-dry vacuums.
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N. of filters
1
N. of filters
1
â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
Market range: <1 – >3
This wet-dry vacuum has 1 filters, fewer than 75.7% of wet-dry vacuums and the same number as 24.3% of wet-dry vacuums.
HEPA filter
yes
HEPA filter
yes
â–² Better than 58% of models
This wet-dry vacuum includes a HEPA filter. This feature is present on 41.9% of wet-dry vacuums.
Washable filter
yes
Washable filter
yes
â–² Better than 8% of models
This wet-dry vacuum includes a washable filter. This feature is present on 92% of wet-dry vacuums.
Automatic filter cleaning
no
Automatic filter cleaning
no
â–¼ Worse than 9% of models
This wet-dry vacuum does not have automatic filter cleaning. This feature is present on 9.4% of wet-dry vacuums.
Flexible hose
no
Flexible hose
no
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
This wet-dry vacuum does not include a flexible hose. This feature is present on 72.9% of wet-dry vacuums.
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BISSELL CrossWave HF3 vs the average wet-dry vacuum

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  • Cordless operation
    Cordless
    yes
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum supports cordless operation; the average wet-dry vacuum requires a power cord.
  • 6 dB less operating noise
    Noise level
    70 dB
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <70 dB – >80 dB
    This wet-dry vacuum operates at a noise level of 70 dB; the average wet-dry vacuum operates at a noise level of 76 dB.
    70 dB vs 76 dB
  • Adjustable power
    Variable power
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum has adjustable suction power; the average wet-dry vacuum does not have adjustable suction power.
  • Includes a HEPA filter
    HEPA filter
    yes
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum includes a HEPA filter; the average wet-dry vacuum does not include a HEPA filter.
  • 24.6% lighter
    Weight
    4.3 kg
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <3.79 kg – >9.1 kg
    40% lighter: this wet-dry vacuum is lighter than the average wet-dry vacuum (4.3 kg vs 5.7 kg).
    4.3 kg vs 5.7 kg
  • Battery level indicator
    Battery level indicator
    yes
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum has a battery-level indicator; the average wet-dry vacuum does not have a battery-level indicator.
  • 2 kPa more suction pressure
    Suction pressure
    20 kPa
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    Market range: <11.5 kPa – >24 kPa
    This wet-dry vacuum has a suction pressure of 20 kPa; the average wet-dry vacuum has a suction pressure of 18 kPa.
    20 kPa vs 18 kPa
  • 0.6 V more battery voltage
    Battery voltage
    22.2 V
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <18 V – >25.9 V
    This wet-dry vacuum has a battery voltage of 22.2 V; the average wet-dry vacuum has a battery voltage of 21.6 V.
    22.2 V vs 21.6 V
  • 28.4% more popular
    BISSELL CrossWave HF3 is more popular than the average wet-dry vacuum (8.45 vs 6.6).
    8.45 vs 6.58
  • 0.3% higher 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 Wet-Dry Vacuums category.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
    Score distribution
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    BISSELL CrossWave HF3
    the average wet-dry vacuum
    BISSELL CrossWave HF3 has a higher user score than the average wet-dry vacuum (8.03 vs 8.000).
    8.03 vs 8
  • 2.1% better value for money
    BISSELL CrossWave HF3 offers better value for money than the average wet-dry vacuum (7.64 vs 7.5).
    7.64 vs 7.48
  • 6 dB less operating noise
    Noise level
    70 dB
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <70 dB – >80 dB
    This wet-dry vacuum operates at a noise level of 70 dB; the average wet-dry vacuum operates at a noise level of 76 dB.
    70 dB vs 76 dB
  • Adjustable power
    Variable power
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum has adjustable suction power; the average wet-dry vacuum does not have adjustable suction power.
  • 2 kPa more suction pressure
    Suction pressure
    20 kPa
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    Market range: <11.5 kPa – >24 kPa
    This wet-dry vacuum has a suction pressure of 20 kPa; the average wet-dry vacuum has a suction pressure of 18 kPa.
    20 kPa vs 18 kPa
  • Cordless operation
    Cordless
    yes
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum supports cordless operation; the average wet-dry vacuum requires a power cord.
  • Battery level indicator
    Battery level indicator
    yes
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum has a battery-level indicator; the average wet-dry vacuum does not have a battery-level indicator.
  • 0.6 V more battery voltage
    Battery voltage
    22.2 V
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <18 V – >25.9 V
    This wet-dry vacuum has a battery voltage of 22.2 V; the average wet-dry vacuum has a battery voltage of 21.6 V.
    22.2 V vs 21.6 V
  • 24.6% lighter
    Weight
    4.3 kg
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <3.79 kg – >9.1 kg
    40% lighter: this wet-dry vacuum is lighter than the average wet-dry vacuum (4.3 kg vs 5.7 kg).
    4.3 kg vs 5.7 kg
  • Includes a HEPA filter
    HEPA filter
    yes
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum includes a HEPA filter; the average wet-dry vacuum does not include a HEPA filter.
  • 1,000 W less motor power
    Power
    150 W
    â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <220 W – >1.5k W
    This wet-dry vacuum has a power output of 150 W; the average wet-dry vacuum has a power output of 1150 W.
    150 W vs 1,150 W
  • 14.58 L less tank capacity
    Capacity
    0.42 L
    â–¼ Worse than 100% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >30 L
    This wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 0.4 L; the average wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 15 L.
    0.42 L vs 15 L
  • 1,500 mAh less battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    2,500 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <2.5k mAh – >5k mAh
    This wet-dry vacuum has a battery capacity of 2500 mAh; the average wet-dry vacuum has a battery capacity of 4000 mAh.
    2,500 mAh vs 4,000 mAh
  • No rigid extension tubes
    Rigid extension tubes
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum does not include rigid extension tubes; the average wet-dry vacuum includes rigid extension tubes.
  • No universal floor nozzle
    Universal floor nozzle
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum does not include a universal floor nozzle; the average wet-dry vacuum includes a universal floor nozzle.
  • 15 minutes less battery runtime
    Battery runtime
    25 minutes
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <25 minutes – >65 minutes
    This wet-dry vacuum offers 25 minutes of battery runtime; the average wet-dry vacuum offers 40 minutes of battery runtime.
    25 minutes vs 40 minutes
  • No cable holder
    Power cable holder
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum does not have a holder for the power cord; the average wet-dry vacuum has a holder for the power cord.
  • 1 fewer filters
    N. of filters
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    This wet-dry vacuum has fewer filters than the average wet-dry vacuum (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • 30.8% more expensive
    BISSELL CrossWave HF3 is more expensive than the average wet-dry vacuum (£170 vs £130).
    £170 vs £130
  • 1,000 W less motor power
    Power
    150 W
    â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <220 W – >1.5k W
    This wet-dry vacuum has a power output of 150 W; the average wet-dry vacuum has a power output of 1150 W.
    150 W vs 1,150 W
  • 14.58 L less tank capacity
    Capacity
    0.42 L
    â–¼ Worse than 100% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >30 L
    This wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 0.4 L; the average wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 15 L.
    0.42 L vs 15 L
  • 1,500 mAh less battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    2,500 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <2.5k mAh – >5k mAh
    This wet-dry vacuum has a battery capacity of 2500 mAh; the average wet-dry vacuum has a battery capacity of 4000 mAh.
    2,500 mAh vs 4,000 mAh
  • 15 minutes less battery runtime
    Battery runtime
    25 minutes
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <25 minutes – >65 minutes
    This wet-dry vacuum offers 25 minutes of battery runtime; the average wet-dry vacuum offers 40 minutes of battery runtime.
    25 minutes vs 40 minutes
  • No cable holder
    Power cable holder
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum does not have a holder for the power cord; the average wet-dry vacuum has a holder for the power cord.
  • 5.7% more external volume
    Volume
    77,900 cm³
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    Market range: <41.2k cm³ – >109k cm³
    This wet-dry vacuum has a volume of 77900 cm³; the average wet-dry vacuum has a volume of 73724.2 cm³.
    77,900 cm³ vs 73,724.2 cm³
  • No rigid extension tubes
    Rigid extension tubes
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum does not include rigid extension tubes; the average wet-dry vacuum includes rigid extension tubes.
  • No universal floor nozzle
    Universal floor nozzle
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum does not include a universal floor nozzle; the average wet-dry vacuum includes a universal floor nozzle.
  • 1 fewer filters
    N. of filters
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    This wet-dry vacuum has fewer filters than the average wet-dry vacuum (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • No flexible hose
    Flexible hose
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum does not include a flexible hose; the average wet-dry vacuum includes a flexible hose.
  • No crevice nozzle
    Flat crevice nozzle
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum does not include a flat crevice nozzle; the average wet-dry vacuum includes a flat crevice nozzle.
  • No blower function
    Blowing attachment
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum does not include a blowing attachment; the average wet-dry vacuum includes a blowing attachment.

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Based on 927 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about BISSELL CrossWave HF3

  • Lightweight and compact design makes it easy to carry and push around
  • Saves time by vacuuming, washing, and sanitizing hard floors simultaneously
  • Cordless convenience provides freedom of movement without outlet restrictions
  • Self-propelled steering and low profile allow for effortless maneuverability around furniture
  • Two-tank technology keeps clean and dirty water completely separate
  • One-touch automated self-cleaning cycle simplifies maintenance of the brush roll
  • Quieter operation compared to older, corded CrossWave models

What we don't like about BISSELL CrossWave HF3

  • Small water tank capacities require frequent refilling and emptying during larger jobs
  • Limited battery runtime of around 25 minutes may not cover large homes on a single charge
  • Not suitable for thick carpets or deep-cleaning area rugs
  • Lacks a dedicated dry vacuum-only mode
  • Struggles with large or bulky dry debris, which can cause narrow internal pathways to clog
  • Requires thorough manual teardown and cleaning after use to prevent odors and residue buildup
  • Occasional user reports of water streaking or leaking if the brush roll gets overly saturated

Verdict

The BISSELL CrossWave HF3 is a lightweight, cordless multi-surface wet-dry vacuum cleaner designed to simultaneously vacuum and wash sealed hard floors like wood, tile, and laminate. Powered by a 22.2V lithium-ion battery, it delivers up to 25 minutes of continuous run time and operates at a quiet noise level of 70 dBA. Key characteristics include a 10.5-inch cleaning path width, self-propelled steering, automatic solution dispensing across high and low modes, a two-tank system separating a 0.53-litre clean tank from a 0.41-litre dirty tank, and a one-touch automatic self-cleaning cycle. Main advantages include its effortless maneuverability, efficient time-saving dual functionality, and quiet operation; however, notable drawbacks include limited water tank capacities that require frequent emptying and refilling, a relatively short battery runtime for larger homes, and the lack of a vacuum-only operation mode.

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