Bissell PowerFresh Lift Off Review [2022 Update]
The Bissell PowerFresh Lift Off Steam Mop is specifically aimed at pet owners, with multiple cleaning attachments to help clean up pet messes, toys and pet bedding, along with being an everyday steam mop and handheld steam cleaner for your home.
The lift-off feature allows you to easily remove a handheld steam cleaner from the unit for above the floor cleaning and sanitizing. The steam action quickly dissolves dirt and grime, leaving your floors clean and shiny. Plus, the pet version comes with extra odor-eliminating fragrance discs specifically designed to remove pet odors.
Despite being on the market for over 5 years, it is still a popular choice in 2022. Let’s take a look at what makes the Bissell Lift-Off Pet a favorite among consumers and if it is the right kind of steam mop for your home.
Product Overview
The Bissell PowerFresh Lift Off Pet Steam Mop has a 2-in-1 design consisting of an upright steam mop with detachable handheld unit. The primary steam mop can be used to dirt, germs and bacteria off sealed floors, while the handheld accessory allows them to clean hard-to-reach areas.
The appliance also comes with 13 different tools that enable users to tackle almost any cleaning task they can think of. Just add distilled or demineralized water, attach the desired tool, and start cleaning using the natural power of steam.
Overall this steam mop is an excellent choice for those looking to invest in a cleaning appliance that is versatile and affordable. It’s not without it’s downfalls however, mostly that it is bulkier than other steam mops on the market.
- A two in one handheld steam cleaner and steam mop for floors
- Excellent range of accessories for whole house cleaning
- 1500 watt steamer with multiple steam settings
- Scent discs included to eliminate pet odors
Key Features of the Bissell PowerFresh Lift-Off Pet Steam Mop
Water Tank & Steam
The Bissell PowerFresh Lift-Off Pet Steam Mop comes with a 13.5-ounce water tank that heats up in just 30 seconds. It is large enough to run for around 20 minutes on one water tank fill. The water reservoir is removable and easy to fill. You can take it to the sink, rather than bringing the water to the machine.
Simply open the Easy Fill opening of the water reservoir and use the included water cup to fill the tank with distilled water.
Furthermore, model Number 15441 has two steam settings (High/Low), one for everyday dirt and the other for tough sticky messes like pet stains and dried-on food. You can select steam settings by using fingertip power controls located on the front of the LiftOFF Pod.
2-in-1 Steam Mop
The PowerFresh Lift-Off steam mop features a 2-in-1 design. The Handheld Steam Cleaner can be used on pet beds, upholstery, sinks, countertops, stovetops, windows, and sliding doors. At the same time, the steam mop helps you sanitize your tile and sealed flooring.
Microfiber Mop Pads & Flip Down Scrubber
The unit comes with two reusable microfiber mop pads. The solid white microfiber pad is best for general cleaning, while the gray and white mop pad has small scrubbing bristles on it. These aren’t harsh and won’t scratch your flooring, but are excellent for use on linoleum, textured tiles and anywhere that dirt may pool slightly in tiny grooves.
Both microfiber pads are machine washable. Air dry them for best results, or place in the clothes dryer – but don’t use any dryer sheets, or fabric softeners. These will affect the absorbency of the microfiber, resulting in substandard results when cleaning flooring.
On the back of the steam mop is a flip down scrubberelps you quickly clean grout, crevices, and other dried-on messes. The scrubber is simple to use and flips down on the back of the machine. Flip it up again when you have finished scrubbing that spot to continue steam mopping.
Furthermore, the device’s easy-to-use integrated scrubber helps you quickly clean grout, crevices, and other dried-on messes. Flip it up again when you have finished scrubbing that spot to continue steam mopping.
Accessories
The Bissell PowerFresh Lift-Off Pet Steam Mop has many different cleaning tools that can be used for a complete house clean. The unit also comes with a Tool Bag that helps you carry the tools you need for the task.
The 13 versatile accessories are listed below:
- Fabric Steamer Attachment is used to refresh and sanitize your pet beds, upholstery, clothes, and other fabrics.
- Round, Detail Brush: This is perfect for tackling stubborn messes around stovetops, sinks, showers, and appliances.
- Grout Brush: This tool is handy for cleaning your tile grout and scrubbing cracks or crevices.
- Flat Scraping Tool: It is used to clean and scrape off food, toothpaste, or other tough sticky pet messes from floors or countertops.
- Angle Concentrator: Use the Angle Concentrator Tool to shoot steam into hard-to-reach corners and crevices or under the toilet bowl rim.
- Window Squeegee: This tool helps you remove dislodged dirt from windows, mirrors, sliding doors, or other glass.
- Carpet Glider: This attachment enables the steam mop to refresh rugs and carpeted areas of your home.
- Odor eliminating fragrance discs: Two odor eliminating fragrance discs are included. These discs add a touch of scent to your steam mop and help fight off pet odors as you clean your floors.
- Brass Bristle Brush: Use your Brass bristle brush to clean the grill, oven and baked on grease.
- Kitchen Brush: A color coded red brush, suggested for use in the kitchen.
- Bathroom Brushes: A color coded green brush, suggested for use on bathroom grout, taps, sink, shower, etc.
- Tool Connector: This tool helps attach various cleaning accessories to the steam mop.
Assembly of the Bissell PowerFresh Lift Off
The Bissell Steam Mop assembles quickly and easily with the following steps:
- Insert the body into the foot, and it will produce a click to indicate it is locked in place.
- Next, insert the handle into an opening at the top of the body.
- Insert the provided screw in the middle hole on the left side of the device and tight it firmly.
- Lastly, attach the mop head by inserting foot into the mop head and make sure to set the quick-grip release tab on the back of the unit.
- Now your steam cleaner is assembled and ready to use.
How to Use the Bissell Lift Off Pet Steam Mop
- Open the easy fill opening to fill the water tank with distilled or demineralized water.
- Now, plug the power cord into an outlet.
- Press the ON button. Wait 30 seconds for the mop to heat up.
- When the Steam Ready light is on, choose your desired steam level based on your cleaning needs.
- Choose high steam to remove stuck-on food and other stubborn messes and low steam for everyday cleaning.
- Begin cleaning by slowly and evenly moving your steam mop back and forth over the floor surface.
- To clean above the floor areas, release the handheld steamer by pressing the orange lift-off button on top of the unit and pulling out the handheld steam cleaner.
- To use a specialized accessory, attach the tool connector and secure the appropriate tool by locking it into place on the tool connector.
- Once finished, turn off your machine. After unplugging from the electrical outlet, then carefully remove the microfiber pad using the quick release tab.
You can machine wash the microfiber pads in warm water with a detergent. Do not use fabric softeners or bleach when washing; this will weaken the cloth fibers, cause streaks on your floor and absorption of the water and steam will not be as good.
For best results, it is recommended that you air dry the microfiber pads after each wash.
Watch the Bissell Lift Off Pet in Action
This short video shows turning on and using the steam mop, as well as the flip down scrubber on the back.
Drawbacks of the Bissell PowerFresh Lift-Off Pet Steam Mop
The biggest complaints about the steam mop is it is heavy to push around, with one user describing it like pushing a 2L milk jug around your home. The lift off handheld steamer makes the unit more bulky, and as such, it can be difficult to navigate under furniture.
Perhaps this is why many users gravitate to the PowerFresh Slim model instead, which also functions as a handheld steam cleaner and a steam mop.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Here are the most commonly asked questions about the lift off steam mop, and their answers:
How Hot Does the Water Get for the Bissell PowerFresh Lift-Off Pet Steam
The Bissell Steam Mop heats the water to 212 degrees Fahrenheit. This temperature is hot enough to kill germs, remove odors, and clean stubborn, set-in stains on sealed hard floors without chemicals.
How to Start the Bissell PowerFresh Lift-Off Pet Steam Mop?
After plugging in the steam mop, press the ON button. Choose your preferred steam setting – low or high. Allow at least 30 seconds for the steam mop to heat up before you start steaming your floors.
Can You Use the Bissell PowerFresh Lift-Off Steam Mop on Carpet?
The Bissell PowerFresh Lift-Off Steam mop comes with a carpet glider attachment that enables the steam mop to slide easily over rugs and carpet. To use the carpet glider, attach the tool to the bottom of your steam mop. This separates the microfiber cloth from the carpet so it slides easily.
Bissell PowerFresh Pet Lift-Off Steam Mop vs PowerFresh Deluxe
The differences between the PowerFresh Deluxe and Lift-Off steam mop are:
- The PowerFresh Deluxe Steam Mop is a steam mop only and doesn’t offer the detachable handheld steam cleaner that the Lift Off Pet does.
- The PowerFresh Lift-Off has 13 accessories for versatile above floor cleaning. The PowerFresh Deluxe steam mop head detaches for floor and grout scrubbing, but offers no above floor cleaning or extra accessories.
- The scent of the discs varies between the two models, however, you can purchase extra scent discs easily to vary the fragrance.
If you are seeking a Steam Mop capable of cleaning above-the-floor areas, removing pet messes and odor, the Bissell PowerFresh Pet Lift-Off is a good choice.
If you are wanting a steam mop capable of cleaning your floors and grout, the Bissell PowerFresh Deluxe will suit. It is less expensive and comes with Spring Breeze Scent Discs.
I’ve compared all Bissell steam mops in an overview which outlines the main differences.
Conclusion
Bissell PowerFresh Lift-Off Pet Steam Mop is an excellent option for people with pets looking to get their floors clean without toxic chemicals. Users can remove both pet hair and stains with just water turned into hot steam, making this one of the most eco-friendly options on the market today. Consider giving it a try if you require an affordable, versatile floor cleaner that offers the convenience of a removable lift off pod to use as a handheld steam cleaner as well.
- A two in one handheld steam cleaner and steam mop for floors
- Excellent range of accessories for whole house cleaning
- 1500 watt steamer with multiple steam settings
- Scent discs included to eliminate pet odors
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