When it comes to spot cleaners and portable cleaners, we are interested in them for their ability to clean general met and pet related mess.
A few of the major brands that offer spot and portable cleaners are BISSELL, HOOVER and Rug Doctor.
In this comparison guide, we’ve listed the main differences and features of the different spot cleaner models from these brands.
We compare the HOOVER Spotless Portable vs BISSELL Little Green vs SpotClean vs SpotBot vs Rug Doctor Portable models.
Let’s take a look at them!
(NOTE: this is a general information guide only, and is not professional advice, or a substitute for professional advice. A qualified vet or animal expert is the only person qualified to give you expert advice in regards to your pet/s)
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HOOVER Spotless Portable vs BISSELL Little Green vs SpotClean vs SpotBot vs Rug Doctor Portable: Comparison
If you prefer, you can go straight to viewing these spot cleaners here:
BISSELL
- BISSELL Little Green Multi Purpose Portable Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner (on Amazon)
- BISSELL Little Green ProHeat (on Amazon)
- BISSELL SpotClean Pet Pro (on Amazon)
- BISSELL SpotClean Pro (on Amazon)
- BISSELL SpotClean ProHeat (on Amazon)
- BISSELL SpotBot Pet (on Amazon)
HOOVER
Rug Doctor
HOOVER Spotless Portable vs BISSELL Little Green vs SpotClean vs SpotBot vs Rug Doctor Portable: Which One To Get?
Firstly, you would get a spot cleaner or portable cleaner like this if you want a smaller, more lightweight cleaner for spot marks/stains, and smaller areas to clean.
Secondly, in terms of which brand or model to get, we think the BISSELL offers the best spot cleaners to look at first.
If you don’t have pets, the regular Little Green Multi Purpose is a good model to look at. The SpotClean ProHeat is also worth a look.
If you have pets, consider looking at the BISSELL SpotClean Pet Pro first.
If you are looking for an upright carpet cleaner, or a deep cleaner, this guide lists our top picks for the best rated spot cleaners and deep cleaners for pets currently available on the market.
HOOVER Spotless Portable vs BISSELL Little Green vs SpotClean vs SpotBot vs Rug Doctor Portable: Differences
We listed the differences between the different BISSELL spot cleaners and portable cleaners in this guide – BISSELL Spot Cleaner & Portable Cleaner Reviews, & Comparison.
Each BISSELL model offers something slightly different in terms of:
What surfaces it can be used on
Whether it comes with a cleaning hose for above floor level cleaning
What cleaning tools it comes with
What cleaning formulas it comes with
How it cleans – with brushes? A cleaning tool? Or something else?
How it dries – sucking up dirty water and mess, or heater?
Whether it offers heated water or HeatWave Technology for regulated cleaning water
Whether it has hands free cleaning modes
The Weight of the unit
Water tank capacity – how many oz?
The Amp rating
Cord length
Whether it’s corded, or cordless
We’ve also listed the features of the HOOVER Spotless and Rug Doctor Portable models here:
HOOVER Spotless Portable Spot Cleaner Review
Rug Doctor Portable vs Portable Pet Reviews, & Comparison
Comparison wise – the HOOVER and Rug Doctor models are comparable to the BISSELL Little Green as corded spot cleaners.
The Rug Doctor weighs more though, and has wheels for portability.
Other BISSELL models as a point of difference offer features like heated water for cleaning, hands free cleaning, cordless models, and so on.
* A few additional notes on differences …
Inclusions – the tools, and cleaning formulas that come with each cleaning machine may be different. Check the inclusions before you buy.
Warranties – the limited warranty offered on the different models will be different lengths of years. Make sure you check how long each warranty is before purchasing a cleaner.
HOOVER Spotless Portable vs BISSELL Little Green vs SpotClean vs SpotBot vs Rug Doctor Portable: Similarities
All are smaller and lightweight spot cleaners for smaller areas that you want to clean, and cleaning of smaller stains and marks – compared to upright and deep cleaners
Best Spot Cleaners & Carpet Cleaners For Pets
This guide lists our top picks for the best rated spot cleaners and deep cleaners for pets currently available on the market.
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