I'm in the home stretch of pregnancy and the nesting is hitting me hard. We just got our 2 year old daughter broken of a year-long-dumping-milk-all-over-the-carpet habit. Our bedroom has white carpet, and every time she dumps something it's a nightmare and I can't look our landlord in the eyes. Our poor white carpet is COVERED with black spots from hidden milk spills that attracted ungodly amounts of dirt. Don't even get me started on the gummy worm stains. A sane person would have bought an upright carpet cleaner, but when I saw the SpotBot Pet here on Amazon, I fell in love. All of the reviews are so helpful, and the fact that this machine ranks #19 on Amazon's vacuums was enough to sell me. As soon as it arrived, I got to work making it earn its keep.
1. I thought long and hard while the product was in transit, about people saying to dilute the cleaning formula more than instructed. I decided, however, to do what one user suggested and rinse every spot with straight water afterwards and then sucking up the water. The carpet's not sticky and there's no dirt attraction going on. I am pleased.
2. Some people complained about the noise. I dry-vacuumed our bedroom with an upright before I got to work with the SpotBot, and it was easily twice as loud as this thing. Yes, it's mechanical. Yes, the motor is loud. Trust me, though, it's worth it.
3. Some people complain about the leaking. I haven't had any yet, but I'm not taking any chances. I store this machine under the sink on top of a dog training pad. Everyone has their flaws. HOWEVER. When I go to dump the dirty water, and I rinse it out, water comes spilling out the bottom of the tank all over the counter. Just put your hand over the vent on the bottom and that won't happen. On a side note, the first time I took the clean water tank out to fill it up I noticed the spout was wet. Right out of the box, and the spout was wet. Left over from testing maybe? I found that strange.
4. It's much bigger than I thought it would be! Heavy, yes, but it has to be so the brushes and such can dig down deep into the carpet.
5. The crop circles are unattractive. After it dries and you dry-vacuum it, and then walk on it a bit, it's quite fine with me.
This thing is sexy. I love it more and more every time I use it. Whenever I encounter an especially dastardly stain I take before and after pictures just to giggle to myself about later. My husband thinks I'm crazy. I don't care. I love it.
***UPDATE*** August 26, 2012
I had so much fun using this machine the night I wrote this original review that I went into labor.
This machine is still running strong and I love it. I don't sweat when my daughter is eating ice cream or gets chocolate on the carpet. I just frolic over to the cupboard, pull out the SpotBot and in 3 minutes it's all a funny memory. If I get to the spot right away, I don't even bother using solution, just hot water and it works just fine and there's no need to rinse afterwards. I laugh to myself when I'm using it because I used to have a panic attack when I saw my daughter rubbing a gummy worm on the carpet. Now I don't even care. I love you, SpotBot! Maybe now I might actually consider adopting a pet!
***UPDATE*** January 14, 2013
I had been storing my machine on a potty pad because other reviews complained that the machine leaks in storage, but I haven't had any issues, so I started storing it without the pad and I haven't had any problems.
Still works great. Mother in law dumped a ton of pepto-pink nail polish all over her bedroom carpet, and so far that's been the ONLY thing I can't get out. I don't consider that a shortcoming, though. Nail polish is designed to hate you.
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Hands-Free, Automatic Carpet Cleaning.
Bissell Pet Formulas Included
Includes a trial-size Bissell Pet Stain & Odor formula and Bissell Pet Oxy Boost formula for permanent pet stain removal.
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- Bissell will donate up to $10 to the Bissell Pet Foundationfor every pet product sold to help pets in need.
Bissell SpotBot Pet
Hands Free Spot & Stain Carpet Cleaner
With just the push of a button, Bissell SpotBot Pet delivers hands-free spot and stain removal on carpets and area rugs. Equipped with two preset cleaning cycles, this easy-to-use portable carpet cleaner automatically sprays, brushes, and suctions to remove both surface pet stains and tough, set-in stains. Its unique cleaning foot with DeepReach Technology delivers water and cleaning formula deep into carpet fibers and gently scrubs for permanent pet-stain removal when used with Bissell Pet Stain & Odor and Pet Oxy Boost Formula.
- Hands Free Spot and Stain Removal with a push of a button.
- 2 Preset Cleaning Cycles that automatically spray, brush and suction.
- DeepReach Technology delivers formula deep into carpet fibers.
- On-board hose and Tough Stain Tool.
Hands Free Spot & Stain Removal
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Spot ItWhen pet stains happen, Bissell SpotBot is ready. Easily fill the clean tank with solution and warm water, set the machine on the stain, push a button, and walk away. |
Bot ItSpotBot does the work for you. Select from two preset cleaning cycles to automatically spray, scrub, and suction away that pet stain. |
Got ItSpotBot has a compact design that's easy to carry and conveniently store for quick use. |
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DeepReach TechnologyDelivers water and cleaning formula deep into carpet fibers and gently scrubs to loosen and permanently remove pet stains and odors.* *Permanently removes tough pet stains when used with Bissell Pet Stain & Odor and Pet Oxy Boost Formula. |
Hose & ToolNeed to clean upholstery, auto interiors, or stairs? Bissell SpotBot Pet is equipped with an on-board hose and tool to clean stains on hard-to-clean soft surfaces. |
Bissell 2X Pet Stain & Odor FormulaSpecially designed for compact carpet cleaners to loosen and remove pet stains and soils. Contains odor control technology to neutralize pet odors and help prevent your pet from resoiling the same area. Search and order Bissell model 74R7 to stock up on formula. |
Bissell Pet Oxy Boost FormulaThis formula enhancer is designed to add to your tank along with formula. The oxygen in the formula enhancer creates a reaction with the stain on contact to remove tough pet stains and odors like pet urine, vomit, blood, and skunk odors—guaranteed. Search and order Bissell model 1613A to stock up on formula. |
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| Weight | 14 lb. | 13 lb. | 9 lb. | 9.6 lb. | 11.6 lb |
| Heater/Heatwave Technology | ✓ | ✓ | |||
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| Formulas Included | Pet Stain & Odor, Pet Oxy Boost | Professional Deep Cleaning | Spot & Stain, Oxy Boost | Spot & Stain | Spot & Stain |
| Tools Included | Tough Stain Tool | Tough Stain Tool, 6 inch Stair Tool | Tough Stain Tool, DeepStain Tool | Tough Stain Tool | Tough Stain Tool, Spraying Crevice Tool |
| Surface Type | Carpet, Upholstery, Area Rugs | Carpet, Upholstery, Area Rugs | Carpet, Upholstery, Auto Interiors, Area Rugs | Carpet, Upholstery, Auto Interiors, Area Rugs | Carpet, Upholstery, Auto Interiors, Area Rugs |
| Cord Length | 15 ft. | 22 ft. | 15 ft. | 15 ft. | 15 ft. |
| Warranty | 2-Year Limited Warranty | 2-Year Limited Warranty | 2-Year Limited Warranty | 1-Year Limited Warranty | 1-Year Limited Warranty |
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| power source | Corded | Corded | — | Corded Electric | Corded Electric |
| capacity | 32 ounces | 2.8 liters | — | 1.18 liters | 12 liters |
| style | Spotbot | Little Green Pro + Antibac | StainStriker (4 attachments) | CleanSlate Plus | PowerDash Pet |
| surface suggestion | Carpet | Carpet,Upholstery | — | Upholstery | Carpet |
| model name | BISSELL SpotBot Pet Portable Carpet Cleaner | SpotClean Pro | Shark PX202BRN | CleanSlate Plus Carpet & Upholstery Spot Cleaner | PowerDash Pet |
| weight | 5.67 kilograms | 13.25 pounds | 8.51 pounds | 170 grams | 12.5 pounds |
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After 10 months, still love it!!!
This morning I ate my breakfast in the bathroom while supervising an emergency toddler bath...while this little machine was scrubbing away in the living room! I don’t even have to think about getting out a bucket and scrubbing brush to get messes out of carpet or off furniture. Just fill the reservoir, set it in place and go about your business. Soooo worth it!!Originally bought this because our geriatric cat started having accidents around the house. Unfortunately, she passed in January, but now I use it for when my toddler makes messes! Today was one of those days.So, this machine has one rotating scrubbing disk on its bottom side (See photo). This disk is what you set on top of the mess and select the setting you want (Quick or Deep Clean). There is also a vacuum hose tool attachment with a finger trigger (See photo) which sprays the area with the cleaning liquids from the reservoir and then vacuum it up. It also has scrubbing bristles on the bottom so you can scrub by hand while vacuuming it up if the mess needs extra attention.Reviews I read before buying this mentioned problems with the hose or leaking issues. Here’s how I have avoided these issues:1) Store it with the hose attached but NOT wrapped around the machine body. (See photos)2) Don’t store it with water or chemicals in the reservoirs. Use or dump out any remaining liquids, and open the little lid to the dirty water tank (after rinsing it out well) so it can dry out. If you leave dirty water in there, it will be very hard to clean out later. So just store it clean and dry, and you’ll be fine!3) Make sure to use the right cleaning chemical! Some cleansers are for the big upright machines NOT for these little guys. Read the label to be sure! And don’t use dish soap. Just don’t.I haven’t had any of these problems with mine. I tried a little dish soap once when my toddler got ahold of a spray can of some manner of under-car tarry stuff my husband had left around. Never again! Such a sudsy bubbly mess!!! This little machine got the tarry-mess out of the carpet, but cleaning up the soapy-mess took forever!Pros:*Set it, and forget it (***no hands & knees scrubbing!!***)*Works great for small spacesCons:*Only does one 7” circle of carpet at a time (think crop circles 😉👍)*To really get the liquid up, you need to use the hose and hand tool after the scrubber cycle is done.*Must use proprietary cleaning chemicals, and they’re not cheap*Noisy, but not louder than any other wet/dry vac.*Hose not removable for cleaningDespite the cons, I am still 100% satisfied (5 stars) with how this little machine works for home use. I don’t even have to put on gloves when there’s a mess to clean up!The only thing I think could improve it is if Bissell made the hose removable/replaceable. It gets dirty inside the hose, especially if you have pet hair around, and there’s no way to get in there to clean it out. Non-serviceable/replaceable parts makes it 4 stars for me. I would happily buy a new hose if it were an option!Recommended for home use, with kids and/or 1-2 pets who have accidents. It only cleans a small circle of carpet at a time, so If you need large areas or rooms cleaned and frequently, or have many pets, you’d be better off with a larger upright shampooer, renting a commercial machine, or hiring a company.
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