Bissell CrossWave Cordless 3-in-1 Multi-Surface Cleaner review

CLEANING the floor generally requires at least two steps – vacuuming and washing – so it’s not usually a quick job.

Add children and pets into the mix and floor cleaning becomes an almost daily chore, which is where the Bissell CrossWave 3-in-1 Multi-Surface Floor Cleaner comes in.

With multiple kids and a shedding dog in the house, not to mention cooking and eating every meal at home for the past few weeks, I've had a lot of cleaning to do recently.

So I was excited to try the to see if it could cut the amount of time I spend cleaning.

The model I reviewed has been updated with this new version but is otherwise much the same in terms of specs and ease of use.

Pros

• Does three jobs at once
• cordless
• suitable for hard floors and carpet
• easy to use
• separate dirty water tank
• hair collector
• self-cleaning function

Cons:

• Expensive

Rating: 5/5

Bissell CrossWave Cordless review: quick summary

For most people with kids and pets, the cleaning process at the end of each day is pretty laborious.

It's not unusual to do a light clean involving a dustpan and brush, mop and then vacuum.

That's where the Bissell CrossWave comes in: it wet cleans, vacuums and dries, on laminate, tiles and carpet, in one easy-to-use, cordless device.

From spilled drinks and food mess after a meal, to morning craft sessions that have left the floor covered in paint and glitter, it will wash pretty much any surface (laminate, wood, vinyl, rubber, carpet) and pick up dirt and debris, cutting down on cleaning time.

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Two-button design

I found the Bissell CrossWave incredibly easy to use.

There are buttons for carpet and hard floors depending on what you're cleaning and there's a trigger that controls the wet cleaning function.

Separate tanks and brush roll

The Bissell CrossWave has two separate tanks: one to fill with clean water and detergent, and the other to collect dirty water.

Battery life

This cordless design is easily rechargeable on its storage tray stand, and claims to last up to 25 minutes per charge on its 36V battery.

I found that to be pretty accurate; one charge should get you through a quick, end-of-day cleanup on one floor.

For more intensive weekend deep cleans (not really what this device was designed for, but something I thought I’d try anyway) you can easily do every room in a few charges.

I like that you can see the battery display icon as it's charging, so you know when the device is ready to go again. It needs 30-60 minutes on charge before it's ready to use again, although a full charge takes a few hours.

Self-cleaning

The CrossWave has a handy self-cleaning mode: when it's charging, you simply add water to the tray, hold the button down to start the cycle and empty the water tank when dirty.

What attachments do you get?

The CrossWave includes a docking tray, multi-surface brush roll and multi-surface cleaning formula sample.

Bissell CrossWave Cordless review: final verdict

After testing, I’ve become a big fan of the Bissell CrossWave Cordless 3-in-1 Multi-Surface Cleaner.

While cleaning can be an arduous task, especially with young kids and pets in the house, the CrossWave made it a lot more enjoyable, and convenient and the floors haven't looked this good in ages.

Plus, instead of feeling like it's a chore to clean, I really enjoyed using it.

Where can I buy Bissell in the UK?

All of Bissell’s cleaning products are available on its , but the brand is so well-known you’re bound to find it stocked by a wide range of retailers, from homewares shops to department stores, high-street chains to supermarkets.

In addition to multi-floor cleaners, Bissell also offers spot cleaners, vacuums, sweepers, cleaners designed specifically for hard floors, carpet shampooers and steam cleaners. They also sell a variety of detergents and stain removers for carpets, hard floors and wool upholstery, as well as products designed to remove pet odours.

We have found Bissell floor cleaners at:

Is there an alternative to the Bissell CrossWave Cordless?

There are multi-function products available that do the same work as the Bissell CrossWave Cordless, namely vacuum, wash and dry floors. These include the and the , which are comparable in cost, but are for hard floors only as far as we can see, as there’s no mention of cleaning rugs or carpets.

Alternatively – and if you have a bigger budget – you could go for a state-of-the-art robot vacuum mop such as the iRobot Roomba i5+ we reviewed or the

You can of course also buy floor cleaners with separate functions – steam mops, cordless vacuums, carpet cleaners and spray mops – if you prefer a dedicated tool for each task. Check out our reviews for help in selecting the best cordless vacuum, the best steam mop or the best floor cleaner for your home; also see our reviews of the Karcher Electric Wiping Mop, the Bissell HydroWave Carpet Cleaner and the Henry Quick Cordless Vacuum for even more floor-cleaning inspiration.