BEST Spot Cleaner 2023 - Bissell vs Hoover vs Shark vs Kenmore

Summary

In the 2023 'Vacuum Wars' spot cleaner video, 15 popular carpet spot cleaning machines were tested across 15 categories. The Rug Doctor, Kenmore, and Bissell Little Green Pro excelled in suction power. Key features like hose quality, swivel handles, and tank capacity were scored. Hydrogen peroxide was identified as the best pre-treatment for organic stains like pet urine. The top three spot cleaners of 2023 are Kenmore KW2 2001, Bissell Little Green Pro, and Shark Stain Stalker, with the Kenmore standing out for its all-around performance and value.

Takeaways

• 🧹 **Testing Overview**: 15 popular carpet spot cleaning machines were tested for various features and performance metrics.
• 💧 **Suction Power**: The Rug Doctor, Kenmore, and Bissell Little Green Pro stood out for their suction power, which is crucial for stain removal and drying speed.
• 🔗 **Hose Quality**: A kink-proof hose and swiveling handle were noted as important features for better maneuverability during cleaning.
• 📏 **Cord Length and Tank Capacity**: Average cord length is 16 ft, with 20 ft being the highest. Tank capacity was also measured, with larger capacities being beneficial.
• 🔊 **Noise and Weight**: Noise level and overall weight of the machines were considered in the testing process.
• 🔩 **Attachments and Features**: The number of attachments and additional features like steam cleaning and internal water heating were evaluated.
• 💧 **Pre-Treatment Importance**: Pre-treating stains, especially organic ones like pet urine, is more important than the machine itself and hydrogen peroxide is recommended.
• 🌀 **Hydrogen Peroxide Effectiveness**: Hydrogen peroxide, available in varying strengths, was found to be more effective than commercial pre-treatment sprays for urine stains.
• 🔄 **Double Treatment**: For complete stain removal, it's necessary to repeat the cleaning process with hydrogen peroxide at least twice.
• 🚫 **Peroxide and Odors**: Hydrogen peroxide does not address odors; chlorine dioxide tablets are recommended for odor removal.
• 🏆 **Top Picks**: The Kenmore kw2 2001, Bissell Little Green Pro, and Shark Stain Stalker were selected as the top three spot cleaners for 2023.

Q & A

What is the main focus of the 'best spot cleaner video for 2023'?

The video focuses on comparing 15 popular carpet spot cleaning machines based on various tests, their specifications, features, and announcing the top three picks for 2023.

How do spot cleaners generally operate according to the video?

Spot cleaners operate by filling their clean water tanks with warm water and solution, spraying the spot with the mixture, scrubbing with a brush, and then sucking up the dirty water into a dirty water tank.

What were the standout models in terms of suction power?

The standout models in terms of suction power were The Rug Doctor, the Kenmore, and the Bissell Little Green Pro.

What is the importance of suction power in spot cleaning?

Suction power is important because the more water that can be removed, the more of the stain can be removed, and the faster it dries.

What factors did the video score the spot cleaners on?

The video scored the spot cleaners on 15 different categories including suction power, hose quality, handle mobility, cord length, tank capacity, noise level, weight, number of attachments, and additional features.

What is the significance of a kink-proof hose and a swiveling handle?

A kink-proof hose and a swiveling handle are significant as they provide more mobility and ease of use when scrubbing stains.

What is the role of pre-treatment in cleaning stains, especially urine stains?

Pre-treating stains, especially urine stains, is crucial as it can help remove the stain more effectively than using a spot cleaner alone.

What is the common ingredient found in effective carpet sprays for pet urine?

The common ingredient found in effective carpet sprays for pet urine is hydrogen peroxide.

What advice did Carpet Muscle TV give for treating urine spots?

Carpet Muscle TV advises using pure 12% hydrogen peroxide, spraying it liberally on the stain, agitating it gently, and letting it sit for about 15 minutes before cleaning with a machine.

What is the recommendation for removing odors from carpets?

For removing odors from carpets, professionals recommend using chlorine dioxide tablets.

What are the top three spot cleaners of 2023 according to the video?

The top three spot cleaners of 2023 are the Kenmore KW2 2001, the Bissell Little Green Pro, and the Shark Stain Stalker.

What are the considerations when choosing between the Kenmore KW2 2001 and the Bissell Little Green Pro?

The Kenmore KW2 2001 is impressive in many areas and is sold at a good price, but it is relatively new with fewer reviews. The Bissell Little Green Pro has a longer track record of good reviews and is the same basic machine that won previous competitions.