Black+Decker dustbuster FLEX Cordless Handheld Vacuum vs Bissell Pet Hair Eraser Lithium Ion Cordless Hand Vacuum

Quick take: The Bissell Pet Hair Eraser Lithium Ion Cordless Hand Vacuum runs longer per charge (17 vs 15 min).

SpecBlack+Decker dustbuster FLEX Cordless Handheld VacuumBissell Pet Hair Eraser Lithium Ion Cordless Hand Vacuum
Price~$90~$90
TypeHandheldHandheld
SuctionNot disclosedNot disclosed
Battery15 min17 min
Navigation——
FiltrationWashable filter (FVF100)Triple-level filtration
CordlessYesYes
BaggedNoNo
Noise——
Dustbin502 mlNot disclosed
Water tank——
Self-empty dockNoNo
Auto mop washingNoNo
Hot water washingNoNo
Obstacle avoidanceNoNo
Carpet detectionNoNo
Auto mop liftingNoNo
Multi-floor mappingNoNo
App controlNoNo
Dimensions11.8 x 7.6 x 10.0 in4.5 x 16 x 5 in
Weight—3 lbs
Warranty2 years—

Pros & cons

Black+Decker dustbuster FLEX Cordless Handheld Vacuum

  • ✓4-ft flexible hose extends reach well beyond a rigid handheld
  • ✓Comes with a real accessory kit — nozzle/brush, crevice tool, and pet brush
  • ✓Washable filter — no recurring filter cost
  • ✓20V MAX battery platform, one step up from the AdvancedClean+'s 12V
  • ✓Charging base keeps the unit and hose attachment organized
  • ✓2-year limited warranty
  • ✗Smaller 502ml dustbin than the plain AdvancedClean+ (750ml)
  • ✗Shorter 15-minute rated runtime
  • ✗Pet brush attachment is passive, not motorized — don't expect deep carpet pet-hair pickup
  • ✗Manufacturer and retailer weight listings disagree by nearly 2 lbs, so true weight is unclear

Bissell Pet Hair Eraser Lithium Ion Cordless Hand Vacuum

  • ✓Genuine motorized brush tool included, plus a separate upholstery tool and crevice tool
  • ✓Owners specifically praise its effectiveness on both dog and cat hair, including on furniture
  • ✓Owners describe the suction as surprisingly powerful for its small size
  • ✓Removable filter that owners say is easy to rinse clean in the sink
  • ✓Light at 3 lbs and easy to carry for quick jobs
  • ✓Roughly $80 street price undercuts Dyson/Shark motorized handhelds substantially
  • ✗Battery life is a genuinely mixed bag in owner reviews — some report it failing or losing runtime after about six months of light use
  • ✗Amazon's own listed runtime (17 minutes) is short, with an 8-hour full recharge
  • ✗No published suction figure or dustbin capacity
  • ✗No published warranty length found
  • ✗Not HEPA — Bissell markets it only as 'triple-level filtration'