The Bissell 21R9 Versus Cordless Bare Floor Vacuum is a light weight cordless stick vacuum cleaner.
This is a chargeable vacuum cleaner that delivers more than it promises.
Having a V-shaped base helps in directing large pieces of debris to the center. The suction power in the center is enough to suck in the typical piece of debris and the arms themselves have sufficient suction power to pull in the finer grains of dust particles
This machine can work for 20 minutes for every recharge. Since there are no power cables to connect, the mobility offered is truly great.
The cleaner features the bag-less method by storing all the dust particles collected in a dirt container. This is easy to empty and clean. It also features a convenient foot switch for switching the machine on and off.
Being a low priced, low profile vacuum cleaner, the Bissell 21R9 Versus™ Cordless Bare Floor Vacuum, is very versatile and easy to use. As it is a bare-floor vacuum, it handles cleaning of flat concrete surfaces fairly well. Surprisingly, it can also handle cleaning of carpets and rugs. Though it is not very powerful, it performs fairly well.
Its low price, ease of use, cordless design and convenient handling make this vacuum cleaner popular. Many users like it for its compact design and excellent performance.
Though it cannot replace the regular or heavy-duty vacuum cleaners, it definitely has merits of its own. The simple usability, extensive mobility and good performance makes this vacuum cleaner a winner.
Our Editor's Quick Thumb Guide
What We Love...
Easy to use
Convenient handle
20 minute charge
What Needs Improvement...
Less power
Less features
Limited in usability
Understanding all the Bissell Stick Vacuum Models:
Cordless bare-floor vacuum cleaner runs up to 20 minutes per charge
V-shaped base directs large debris into center suction path
Arms pick up fine particles and capture debris in hard-to-reach places
Low profile; bagless dirt container; foot-activated power switch
Measures 8-4/5 by 10-1/2 by 43-1/2 inches
Vacuum is horrible
Review Date: July 19, 2010
Reviewer: L. Oneill, Northeast PA
I don't know what vacuum the other reviewers have been rating at this site, but the Bissell Versus vacuum is useless, completely useless. It has minimal suction and functions only on a hard floor surface. I tried it on a hooked wool rug - as low of a pile as you'll find, and could not even push it across the rug. I purchased this based on a Consumer Report recommendation - and as usual with their recommendations - was completely disappointed. This is a complete waste of money - you can clean more efficiently with a broom and dust pan - what a waste of landfill space!
Bissell is good
Review Date: July 11, 2010
Reviewer: B. K. Wallen,
This vacuum works great. Style wise, I prefer a broom-vac model but the dirt devil I had prior to this Bissel did not last.
Excellent - Busy Teacher Mamma - MUST HAVE
Review Date: February 5, 2010
Reviewer: M. Andrade, Trenton, Mi USA
I was able to pick this up at a discount store for [...] bucks and I love it.
I have two toddlers, a cat, and 2 pugs. My house is all hardwood or linoleum. Previously I was using a broom and lobby dust pan. Now.. this picks it ALL up - cheerios, dinner crumbs, cat litter, pet hair, etc
The design is cool - the V shape lets me get around the catbox, up to high chair legs, table legs, couch corners etc.
It also is quiet - I can run it at 5 am before work and it doesn't wake up anyone. I am not a clean freak (I wish I was) and this little gadget was well worth it and it is used. I wish their was a better way to store it. Unlike a broom and dust pan you can hang on the wall - this needs to be plugged in
Yay Bissell!
Review Date: November 17, 2009
Reviewer: Janet Knori, Eugene, OR USA
14 years ago I bought another cordless Bissell, and it was still going strong when the filter completely fell apart after 10 years of use, and there were none to be found. So I bought a Dirt Devil. It was OK, didn't hold a charge too well, and stopped dead at age one year.
So, back to Bissell, the Versus this time. This darn little thing goes and goes and goes. My house is small and has all hard floors, and I can do the whole thing on one charge. You pretty much have to resign yourself to emptying the cup often and, with animals, picking hair out of the brushes, but it's still easier and does a better job than my broom or dustmop. The odd shape serves a good purpose, it gets edges very well, and it swivels to go around most things without much trouble. I am delighted, and so far have only one reservation - is it going to go the distance like my first Bissell, or die like the Dirt Devil? Incidentally, I have a Persian cat and 2 Brittany dogs, all of whom shed and track in leaves and dirt.
Not a lot of bang for your buck
Review Date: November 13, 2009
Reviewer: Hester Prynne, Central Illinois
I was really excited to purchase the Bissell 21R9 and read a bunch of reviews of various products before choosing this one. I have hardwood and linoleum covering my entire downstairs floor, two small boys, and two dogs, so a good vacuum is a must. Our downstairs is also very large, so I have to switch outlets when I vacuum with our heavy-duty Kenmore canister vac. I wanted something portable, lightweight, and effective to use for daily use.
I was initially very surprised when my order arrived because the box was so small. I guess I expected a larger head. It IS extremely lightweight, and even my 18 month old toddler can push it over the floor with ease. The charge lasts long enough for me to vacuum the whole downstairs a few times before it needs recharged. The dirt canister isn't huge, but holds a good-sized amount of dirt in relation to the size of the machine. Unlike other reviewers, I didn't find it awkward or difficult to remove the canister for emptying; you simply press an area and it slides off. I have even done it with my foot before. The head swivels and turns very easily.
What I DON'T like about it is that its awkward "V" design makes it really difficult to clean close to the walls. It's impossible to run the vacuum perpendicular to the wall and have it pick up anything, but even when turning the head so it is parallel to the wall, it has trouble getting dirt or pet hair that lurks near the wall or in corners. While the design functions great for funneling dirt and debris into the head when vacuuming in the middle of the floor, it is disappointing when cleaning the less-traveled areas. I paid $70 for it on Amazon, so I assumed it would perform better than this.
I'm still giving it 4 stars because it is very quiet and user-friendly, even if it doesn't keep my corners very clean!
Vacuum is horrible
