Bissell PowerClean DualBrush Cordless Stick Vacuum (4196K)

Should you buy the Bissell PowerClean DualBrush Cordless Stick Vacuum?

The Bissell PowerClean DualBrush Cordless Stick Vacuum (4196K) is for the pet owner who wants a dual brushroll, LED hair-spotting headlights, and around 50 minutes of runtime at $199.99. It ranks sixth in our stick vacuum category with the highest Satisfaction score here at 88, held back by weight and a small dust cup. If you need lighter, the Shark IX141 is $90 less; if you want a bigger bin, the Tineco Pure One A50S has a 1 L cup.

Where it earns its score

• Satisfaction is the standout at 88. The highest Satisfaction score of any stick vacuum we rank.
• DualBrush roll. One roller for large debris, one for fine particles, which handles kibble and dust in one pass.
• AutoAdapt Power Boost. Adds up to 75 percent more suction when the sensor detects carpet or heavy debris.
• Value of 82. Competitive for a machine with a dual brushroll and 50-minute runtime.

What to know first

• Warranty is the weakest ViperScore factor. It scores 66.
• It weighs 8 lb. Heavier than most cordless sticks; the Dreame Z30 is under 5 lb.
• 0.4 L dust cup. Small enough that you will empty it mid-clean in a pet household.
• Runtime is quoted for Eco. Power Boost drains the battery much faster than 50 minutes.

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