Hard Floor Vacuums Find Best Hard Floor Vacuums Reviews, Tips, Videos
Bissell 14005 Little Green Compact Carpet Cleaner
- Effectively removes pet stains and odors, dirt, and other messes
- Strong spray and suction clean and help dry in one step
- Long power cord and compact design for easy cleaning of hard-to-reach areas
- Stores compactly and ready for use when accidents happen
- Includes tough stain brush, trial size of Little Green formula
The Little Green compact carpet cleaner has multiple cleaning uses. It can be used to clean spots & stains on carpeting, upholstery, car interiors, stairs, and much more. It is lightweight at 12 lbs. and extremely easy to use. The clean and dirty water tanks are simple to fill and empty. The Little Green has a long 20 foot power cord and compact design (sits easily on a stair) so cleaning hard-to-reach areas is easy. The included Tough Stain Brush helps get out deep down dirt and stains.If you have a white carpet you want to protect, the Little Green carpet cleaner should be stashed in your closet for emergency cleanups. This portable cleaner doesn’t replace regular carpet cleanings but is excellent for spot-cleaning carpets in the event of an accidental spill. The lightweight Little Green weighs only 13 pounds for easy traveling to rooms, staircases, or auto interiors to clean up a variety of messes, including pet stains, spilled food or drinks, and muddy footprints. In addition, th
List Price: $ 80.00
Price: $ 96.99
More Hoover vacuum cleaners
Hoover WindTunnel Upright Type Y Vacuum Bags Microfiltration with Closure – 9 Pack, Compare With Hoover Part # 4010100YHoover Y 9-pack…
Hoover WindTunnel Anniversary Upright Vacuum, Bagged, U5491900Windtunnel anniversary bagged upright with an ergonomic D-grip handle….
Hoover WindTunnel Bagless Upright Vacuum, WindTunnel T-Series, UH70105Keeping the standard of clean set on high, Hoover introduces the new Windtunnel T-Series family of bagless upright vacuums, combin…
Related Hoover Vacuum Cleaner Products
Minor Issues, But Better Than Others,
Bissell 14005 Little Green verses Hoover F5411 Steamvac Jr.
I’ve used both of these mini shampooers and was not entirely satisfied with either, but I preferred the Bissell’s Little Green over Hoover’s Steamvac Jr. and here’s why:
I first had the Little Green for about five years. It was a great little vac with only minor problems. The fill and empty containers are removable from the unit for convenient filling and emptying. There is a cord winder built onto the unit, the hose wraps conveniently around the unit and locks into place, and the shape and size are convenient for most applications including stairs and storage.
The problems I had with the Little Green:
– It would occasionally leak a bit. The water seemed to be coming from where the hose connects to the base. It was a small drip leak that was easily solved by emptying the clean water tank after each use. We used ours so frequently that I sometimes left clean water in the tank during storage to avoid wasting cleaning solution.
– My biggest problem with the Little Green was the inability to completely clean the dirty water tank. I had four cats when I first bought the Little Green and eventually had four kids. The Little Green made it through a number of illnesses with us above and beyond pet accidents. The dirty water tank became filthy and unsanitary and was not designed to be dismantled for thorough cleaning. Eventually, the smell became too great and I had to dispose of the tank. I decided it was time to try a new spot shampooer – one that had a cleanable tank.
That’s when I decided to try the Hoover Steamvac Jr. Both the Little Green and the Hoover spray and suck reasonably well for a small machine. As far as actual cleaning quality, the two are comparable. However, I found the Hoover to be bulky and a pain and its only redeeming quality, in my opinion, was that I am able to thoroughly clean the dirty water tank.
The problems I had with the Hoover F5411 Steamvac Jr.:
– The tanks are the base of the unit and are not removable. In order to fill the clean water tank, you have to either maneuver the entire unit under the faucet and aim at a one inch hole in the portion of the unit that houses the motor, or you have to dismantle the machine and still maneuver the largest part of it under your faucet or use a bucket.
– The tanks are a single bucket-style unit separated by a divider. They are not individual parts. When you dump the dirty water, if you have the unit fully assembled, the clean water will slosh around. If you dismantle the machine to empty it, you will also be emptying the clean water tank.
– The top portion that houses the motor also has a filter that sits down in the dirty water tank, so if you dismantle the machine to fill or empty it, you are forced to place the motor housing with hose and cord in a tub or sink or get your floor dirty and wet.
– The machine is round. It doesn’t fit well on stairs nor is it a convenient shape to store.
– There is no cord storage on this unit and no convenient way to store the cord or keep it out of your way when you are filling, emptying, or storing. You can wrap it around the base of the handle, but it usually does not stay in place if you empty the tank and tends to get in the way of using the handle to carry the machine.
– The Steamvac Jr. does have a spot to store the hose, but I find it an inconvenient and cumbersome position.
I’m currently saving my pennies to buy another Little Green. The little Hoover just makes me more angry than satisfied and I’ve taken to simply letting stains set in instead of hassle with the obnoxious machine.
I would recommend avoiding the Proheat Little Green. It seems the parts are not designed to work well with the heat and tend to break down. Hot tap water in the standard Little Green works well and this is coming from a germaphobe whose hands are raw from overwashing. If it’s clean enough for me, it’s probably more than clean enough for you. If you’re looking for a spot shampooer, the Little Green is your best bet.
Was this review helpful to you?
|I’m a pro, and say it’s great.,
I’ve owned a cleaning business for 26 years, and this machine is great. There are a few secrets to success with it:
To clean it and keep it from smelling, flush it after using. Suck hot clean water through the hose. If your unit is really dirty, suck a mild bleach solution and let it sit. ALSO, remove the rubber gasket at the bottom of the waste tank and clean it… this can be a major source of odor. It’s very easy to do, but not mentioned in the instructions.
Use just clean water in the solution tank, and put the cleaner in a spray bottle. (The less soap the better. Use the scrubber on the nozzle and allow a few minutes of dwell time). Think of your machine as the rinse cycle in a clothes washing machine. Rinse the dirt and soap out, leaving a minumum of residue. A seperate bottle also allows more precise application of cleaner. And it extends tank refills, so you won’t have to wait for the spray pump to reprime as much.
Durablility? I’ve used mine several times a week for almost a year now, what with business, dogs, and small children. No sign of wear whatever.
This is a brilliant design. Don’t let the reviews that don’t know how to work with it dissuade you. It is one of the finest, best engineered consumer appliances ever made. Get the least expensive model, as the Turbo Brush and heater don’t work well and are not needed.
Drawbacks? Okay, it doesn’t have the suction power of a commercial machine. If you want that, pay three hundred dollars more and lug an extra thirty pounds around the house.
Was this review helpful to you?
|