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Bissell ProHeat 2X Revolution Pet Pro Plus Review
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Maintaining clean carpets can be a daunting task, especially for pet owners like myself. Dealing with pet hair, tracked-in mud, and the occasional accident can feel like a never-ending battle. In the past, we would rent commercial steam cleaners from Home Depot every few years for a thorough carpet cleaning.
However, the process was a hassle due to the clunky and difficult-to-maneuver nature of the rented cleaner. It also put pressure on me to clean the entire house quickly, which wasn’t always enjoyable, especially when having to move furniture in every room.
Fortunately, I discovered the convenience of owning an upright cleaner, such as the Bissell carpet cleaner (in this case the ProHeat 2X). This has been a game-changer, allowing me to spot clean as needed and take my time by cleaning partial rooms. It has significantly reduced the anxiety and hassle associated with renting commercial steam cleaners.
I researched top steam cleaners online and the Bissell ProHeat 2X Revolution Pet Pro is what kept coming up. Here are my first impressions of using the device and its performance.
Stairs
I first put the Bissell ProHeat 2X Revolution Pet Pro Plus to the test on a small set of stairs that gets tons of traffic. It’s one of those areas you can’t avoid in the house so it collects lots of tidbits, dirt, cat hair, human hair, etc. Attaching the hose was easy with the tiny purple door.
Performance on a Well-Worn Section of Carpet
After using the stair attachment, I tested the Bissell ProHeat 2X Revolution Pet Pro Plus on a well-worn section of carpet that had not been steam cleaned in many years. This section of carpet is a pathway that you can’t avoid walking over, so it gets tons of use.
The machine efficiently suctioned a significant amount of dirty water and made the carpet look almost brand new. Once complete, I pointed a box fan on it for a few hours. The carpets seemed to dry faster than what I’m used to with the commercial rental. This is likely because the device uses less water overall than commercial cleaners.
There are 3 cleaning settings: Max, Deep and Express. Max uses the most water and Express uses the least. Since the device is new to me, I wanted to stay in the “middle”, so I’m still testing the Deep setting currently. On the Deep setting, 1 Gallon of clean water allows me to clean about 115 square feet. Based on my own experience, running 1 clean water tank requires 2 empties of the dirty water tank.
The amount of fluid used may vary depending on how you choose to use the machine. I tend to expel water on the first pass down a piece of carpet, then pull back over the same strip just sucking up the water that was expelled. This seems like it works well so far, but others may have different philosophies on the best way to use the water.
Overall, I am truly impressed by its ability to clean this well-trodden section of carpet. My wife and I agreed that the carpet looked better than when we steam-cleaned after first moving in.
Maintenance
See the manual for detailed cleaning instructions.
One of the biggest complaints in reviews seemed to be the complexity of the cleaning procedure. I will break this down in detail in another post, however, it’s not too bad.
I understand that no one wants to spend extra time running a clean cycle on their own steam cleaner, but the alternative is that your machine degrades quickly and gets disgusting. Having a process in place to keep the machine in good working condition is smart, and Bissell did well here with a fairly simple process. I appreciate the fact that Bissell has thought of a way to keep the device from getting nasty.
There are lots of little items you can clean in terms of attachments, etc, but this is a quick breakdown of what I will be doing after every carpet cleaning session:
Rinse 1: Device on Carpet
- Empty any leftover soap from the clean water tank
- Fill the clean water tank with a few cups of warm water (no soap)
- Turn the device ON and press the Spray Trigger for 15 seconds while making forward and backward passes on carpet. Release the trigger and suck up the water.
Rinse 2: Device on Rinse Tray
- Put the device in the rinse tray (TIP: put a towel down under the rinse tray to catch any accidental spillage)
- Fill the tray with water using the Rinse Cup
- Open the Accessory Hose Door (the purple door on the front)
- Turn the machine ON and after 6 seconds close the Accessory Hose Door. All water in the rinse tray will shoot up into the dirty water tank
- Repeat until dirty water no longer appears in the tank (for me this is 2 times)
Clean hair or debris off Rollers and Nozzle
- Snap off the plastic Nozzle and remove any hair or items caught during cleaning
- Snap off the plastic guard over the rollers to expose the brush rollers and remove any hair
Pros
- Seems to outperform commercial quality models (at least the rentals from Home Depot)
- Spot clean feature makes cleaning easier
- Made carpets look brand new
- Dried carpets quickly
- Easy to use on stairs, the stair tool is great
- Easy to assemble with only a single screw and the rest of the parts snapping together
- Lightweight
Cons
- Cleaning the machine can be confusing (initially) and a bit tedious (eg two-piece brush housing is complicated and requires multiple steps to disassemble)
- Instructions for cleaning are unclear and require careful reading
- Dirty water container fills fairly quickly, causing the machine to stop working and requiring frequent emptying
Final Thoughts
The Bissell ProHeat 2X Revolution Pet Pro Plus is an excellent investment for pet owners looking to maintain clean carpets easily. Compared to commercial steam cleaners rented from Home Depot, the Bissell ProHeat 2X Revolution Pet Pro Plus is more convenient, efficient, and offers excellent results, making it a game-changer in carpet cleaning. We tested it on well-worn sections of carpets and stairs, and it efficiently suctioned a significant amount of dirty water, making the carpet look almost brand new. The 3-in-1 stair tool attachment was easy to use and helped get every aspect of the stairs. Additionally, it comes with two small bottles of pet-specific stain/odor remover and other handy attachments, making it a must-have for pet owners. I can’t wait to test this device on some cat vomit! Overall, the Bissell ProHeat 2X Revolution Pet Pro Plus is a great investment for those looking to clean their carpets efficiently and maintain their carpet cleanliness.