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My Cat’s Favorite Hobby Is Shedding. This Is the Only Vacuum That Can Keep Up

BISSELL CleanView Max Lift Off Tangle-Free Brush Roll Vacuum Cleaner
Design: theSkimm | Images: Target, Sarai Thompson
November 14, 2025

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Skimm Tested

What I Tested...

Bissell CleanView® Max Lift-Off® Tangle-Free Vacuum ($189.99)

Why I Tested...

Why Sarai Tested

How I Tested...

For four weeks, I used this vacuum every day to clean up after my cat’s litter, and every weekend for my big cleaning sessions.

Test Results: Bissell
Desing: theSkimm | Images: Sarai Thompson

Test Results...

  • Easy setup. Vacuums are for cleaning, not for spending half your day setting up. The instructions were very straightforward and made installation super easy. I (and my cat Luna) were very excited to put it to use and were happy to get a thorough clean the same day we received the product. 

  • Cleaning power. One word: wow. Luna spilled her kitty snack bag all over the carpet mid-zoomies, and what would have normally taken me a few passes to clean up with my old machine was gone in one swipe. Yes, one. It also picked up lint and dirt I didn’t even realize was there. After only a few swipes, my carpet looked freshly installed. When I tried it on my hardwood floor, it easily picked up litter without blowing it everywhere (a win). 

  • Seamless emptying. One of my favorite parts of this vacuum is how simple it is to empty after a cleaning session. You just press a button and the container opens up for easy clearing over a trash can. 

  • Good for pets. This vacuum is great for anyone who has pets that shed or track in dirt. The Lift-Off® detachable pod makes it easy to get into those hard-to-reach spots like under the couch or behind a litterbox. It also comes with a tangle-free brush roll for longer strands of hair. I also appreciate the multi-level filtration system, which helps keep the air clear of dust and allergens.

BISSELL CleanView Max Lift Off Tangle-Free Brush Roll Vacuum Cleaner
Design: theSkimm | Images: Target

Sidenotes...

  • It's important to note that the vacuum has a cord and must be plugged in to use. That said, the cord is very long, doesn't tangle, and overall I found it easy to work around. 

  • As a lovely bonus, every purchase contributes toward the Bissell Pet Foundation, which is dedicated to ending animal homelessness.

The Fine Details...

Bissell CleanView® Max Lift-Off® Tangle-Free Vacuum ($189.99)

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