Between Hoover, Bissell, and Shark, which manufacturer makes the best upright vacuum cleaner? In this guide, we’re going to put three uprights—The Hoover WindTunnel 2, the Bissell Cleanview 2252, and the Shark Navigator NV356E—in a head-to-head-to-head comparison to see which of the them is most deserving of your affection.
Hoover WindTunnel 2
2-Channel Suction
The most unique feature of the Hoover is its 2-channel suction floorhead. This upright creates 2 different high-suction power channels that lift and remove dirt from all types of surfaces in a single pass.
The multi-channel feature works great on carpets and area rugs, let alone bare floors (tiles, marble, floorboards), and it’s what makes this an ultra-pet-friendly upright.
16-foot Extendable Reach
When it comes time to remove pet hair and food remnants from upholstery and other above-ground surfaces, the long 16-foot suction hose will definitely come in handy.
While you’re stepping away, the upright stays completely still without risk of tipping over. This model comes with three handy cleaning tools: a crevice tool, a triangle brush, and a motorized pet turbo tool.
25-foot Cord with Auto-Retract
To increase your reach even farther, the Hoover WindTunnel 2 connects to a wall outlet via a 25-foot power cord, giving you a maximum of about 41 feet from every outlet.
This is probably one of the farthest-reaching uprights on the market right now, and its super-long reach will come in handy when vacuuming multiple rooms with fewer interruptions.
Multi-Cyclonic + HEPA Filtration
Another feature of this Hoover upright that makes it a pet-friendly model is its filtration system.
It uses multi-cyclonic filtration to separate fine from coarse particles in order to maximize suction power throughout the entire vacuuming session.
Also, you’ll find a HEPA filter in this upright which, as we all know, has the ability to trap microscopic particles like dander and pollen permanently.
Bissell Cleanview 2252
Triple-Action Brush
The Bissell has a double-helix brushroll that loosens, pulls, and removes dirt, debris, and hair out of carpets and rugs. The height of brush is non-adjustable, but the bristles do not scratch hard floors in any way.
The stiffness of the bristles allows them to reach deep into cracks to extract every dust particles to leave your floors as grit-free as can be.
Scatter-Free Technology
The impressive thing about the Bissell Cleanview 2252 is that its 13.5-inch wide floorhead has tiny side bezels. This enhances edge and wall cleaning significantly, something that many upright models fail to achieve.
Furthermore, the floorhead is designed to prevent scattering so everything that is loosened and lifted by the bristles is immediately suctioned up.
Multi-Cyclonic + Washable Filter
Like many uprights, this Bissell model uses a multi-cyclonic filtration system to separate large from fine particles. This system ensures that the inlet remains unclogged while the motor is running to improve cleaning performance.
It also comes with a washable filter that works pretty well at keeping tiny particles inside of the dust cup. It’s not a HEPA-style filter so it may not be best for pet owners.
Swivel Steering
Though a common feature in many uprights, the swiveling neck on the Bissell is worth mentioning. Since the floorhead is so wide, any feature that improves maneuverability is a major plus.
There’s very little pre-vacuum prep (moving furniture around) required when running the 2252 all over your floors.
Shark Navigaor NV356E
Brushroll Shutoff Feature
The main difference between the Shark and the previous two models is that its brushroll can be turned off completely. When transitioning from carpeted to smooth floors, by stopping the brushroll from spinning, you won’t need to worry about the stiff bristles leaving deep gashes in delicate hardwood or tiles.
Instead, the Shark Navigaor NV356E upright vacuum relies solely on 245 air watts of pure suction power.
Anti-Allergen Seal + HEPA Filter
This Shark upright vacuum is suitable for pet owners thanks to its total and complete anti-allergen seal. The motor is completely protected from leaking dust particles so everything that’s suctioned into the machine stays there for good.
Plus, it comes with a HEPA filter that traps pollen, dander, and put fur permanently. You’ll need to change the HEPA filter every year or so for optimal suctioning.
Lift-Away Canister Module
The most unique feature of this Shark upright compared to the other two is that the canister module can detach from the handle and instantly turn into a handheld unit. This will make spot-cleaning carpeted steps and overhead surfaces a lot easier than messing around with long suction hoses. The canister unit only weighs 8 pounds so carrying it around should be a breeze.
Hoover vs. Bissell vs. Shark: Conclusion
After seeing what these three models from three popular vacuum cleaner brand have to offer, we feel that pet owners will appreciate the heavy-duty cleaning abilities of the Shark NV365E more than the others.
The Hoover WindTunnel 2 is ideal for homes with wall-to-wall carpetings due to its high-pressure 2-channel inlets. As for the Bissell Cleanview 2252, this would be an excellent everyday upright for homes with both carpets and bare floors.
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