Customer Reviews for Bissell - ReadyClean Cordless 10.8V Stick Vacuum
Customer Rating
3
Probably Good for Dorm Rooms
on June 30, 2026
Posted by: Sable
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] So this vacuum has some good things and some not so good things.
It's small, lightweight, and stands up on its own. Battery life is great for a dust buster- it'll clean a few rooms but not a whole house. It can clean basic dirt and grit messes out of short pile carpet and off of solid floors. Honestly perfect for a dorm setting
The downsides- plugging it in to charge is awkward, as it's on the bottom of the stick. You have to bend down. the suction is ok for a dust buster, but it's not going to clean a thick carpet or really set in messes. It has a very small dirt chamber, so if you've got pets or kids it'll fill up quickly.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from BISSELL HomecareBy Janelle McFarlane, BISSELL Consumer Care, July 20, 2026
Thank you for the thoughtful feedback, Sable. We're glad you found the machine lightweight and convenient for quick cleanups, and we understand that charging access, dirt tank capacity, and suction needs may vary depending on the home and floor types. If you'd like help maximizing performance or have any concerns, please visit support.bissell.com or call BISSELL at 1-800-237-7691.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I previously had, and enjoyed, this brand of cordless vacuum, so when I received a new one to try out, I was pretty cheerful about it -- but after using it, I should have been a lot more elated. I LOVE this new one! It's lightweight but really powerful, maneuvers so well into corners and edges of the room, but is so much lighter in my hand. It folds up even more compactly too, so it stores well. Best of all, the handheld piece that comes out makes dusting, or even harder to reach areas, a breeze to clean (think staircases or under couch cushions). It also holds a battery charge really well so I'm not constantly having to plug it back in (in two weeks of use I think I've only had to charge it once!). I'm so, so pleased with this vacuum and would definitely recommend it to others.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Overall I do like this vacuum! It’s lightweight, slim and can transform into a smaller handheld vac to get hard to reach places. I love that the vacuum is designed to bend so that you can get under dressers, couches, hutches ect without having to also contort your body into ridiculous ways to get where you want to.
I have a husky and two long haired cats. I think the vacuum as a whole does a decent job sucking up all the fur in just a couple passes but I do feel like the handheld vacuum needed a few more passes to get the job done. That’s not a huge deal considering, but I do feel the suction was superior when using the whole vacuum and not just the hand held part.
I think my favorite part about this vacuum is that it’s an easy cordless vac to just pick up and do the little everyday jobs in my house, while having pretty easy maneuverability.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This vacuum is super lightweight. To the point that I was thinking it was going to have awful suction. To my surprise, it works fairly well! Not as strong as others I've used in the past but just fine for picking up crumbs and cat hair. What I like most is how easy it is for my elementary aged kids to use. They can use this vac independently and that is pretty awesome for me. I like that it has a detachable handheld part although, the plastic upholstery tool broke the first time I used it. The canister is fairly small but is easy to empty and clean. I also think the roller brush is pretty easy to clean. It stopped working a couple of times because hair was wrapped around the brush but it only took a minute to get it working again. Overall this is a win for me since my kids can (and are!) using it to clean up after themselves.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from BISSELL HomecareBy Janelle McFarlane, BISSELL Consumer Care, July 1, 2026
Hi Megs, thank you for sharing your experience—we’re glad it’s been a helpful, kid-friendly option for quick cleanups! We’re sorry to hear about the upholstery tool; that shouldn’t happen, and our team can help with a replacement, and for the brush, regularly removing wrapped hair will keep it spinning smoothly. Please reach out at support.bissell.com or 1-800-237-7691 so we can assist further.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’m really impressed with how easy the ReadyClean Cordless 10.8V makes quick daily cleanups. It’s super lightweight, so you can carry it around the house or up the stairs without your arm getting tired, and it maneuvers perfectly around tight corners. For a smaller 10.8V vacuum, the suction actually has some great pop , it easily sucks up everyday messes like crumbs, dust bunnies, and stray pet food on hard floors. My favorite thing about it is definitely the cordless design mixed with that folding handle. It’s so convenient to just grab it and clean up a spill without dealing with a cord, and the way the handle folds down makes it easy to reach under the couch and store away in a tiny closet space.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Overall Impression & Versatility I really enjoy the ReadyClean Cordless Vacuum, and it’s going to be the perfect vacuum for our cabin. The lightweight design makes it incredibly easy to maneuver, and I love that it seamlessly transitions from a full stick vacuum to a handheld unit.
Performance & Pet Hair The suction power is great. It did a wonderful job moving from my hardwood floors to carpet without missing a beat. As a multi-pet owner with both dogs and cats, the real test was the furniture, and this vacuum cleaned the pet hair off my couch with absolute ease.
Maneuverability & Ease of Use Because it is so light and versatile, getting around furniture and tight spaces is effortless. It’s the ultimate grab-and-go tool for everyday messes.
Cons to Consider There are two main drawbacks to keep in mind. First, the battery life only lasts for approximately 20 minutes on a full charge, which takes about 4 hours to reach. Second, there is no onboard storage for the attachments, so you have to keep track of them elsewhere.
Final Verdict If you have a large house to clean all at once, the battery life might limit you, but it is an excellent choice for smaller spaces, quick daily pet hair maintenance, or a secondary property.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from BISSELL HomecareBy Janelle McFarlane, BISSELL Consumer Care, July 1, 2026
Thank you for the thoughtful review—we’re so glad it’s making pet hair cleanup and quick messes easier around your home. For the battery, shorter runtimes are typical for compact cordless machines, but fully charging before each use and using the right mode for the floor can help maximize performance, and keeping attachments in a small caddy can make them easier to track. If you ever need help with performance or accessories, our team is happy to assist at support.bissell.com or 1-800-237-7691.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This vacuum has so many features we love. First, it is compact And stores away to the side in a closet. Each to grab but out of the way when not using it. The fold down handle helps me store it as it doesn’t interfere with coats or shelves higher up. The removable vac is my favorite part. It’s just like the portable vacuum my parents had but built right in! I can fit it anywhere, use it in the car. Everything they’ve done to create different portable parts to the vacuums just have never worked as well as this traditional design. Having it back has been so great! The power is fantastic for such a little vacuum. It gets everything in one pass (two if my children ate crackers over the carpet), but it’s such a quick clean, especially of hardwood floors. It’s very maneuverable and I can use it under tables and couches without too much hassle. This vacuum makes it easier to keep the house in order, a huge plus with kids.
The one missing feature is a light on the front. That has been helpful under furniture in the past to see the dirt and know you got it.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] First of all, the vacuum was teal which is my favorite color! I love the fold down handle. It has made it so easy to store. It was very effective with picking up dog hair which was mostly what I was concerned with. However, it was also super helpful with picking up small messes from the kids. The only thing I wish was different was that there was somewhere to put the two attachments for the handheld on the actual machine