Eureka Blaze NES212 vs Bissell Featherweight Stick Vacuum

Quick take: The Bissell Featherweight Stick Vacuum costs $3 less.

SpecEureka Blaze NES212Bissell Featherweight Stick Vacuum
Price~$43~$40
TypeCorded StickCorded Stick
Suction0.32 HP168 W
BatteryCordedCorded
Navigation
FiltrationWashable filterWashable foam filter
CordlessNoNo
BaggedNoNo
Noise80 dB
Dustbin3 L0.7 L
Water tank
Self-empty dockNoNo
Auto mop washingNoNo
Hot water washingNoNo
Obstacle avoidanceNoNo
Carpet detectionNoNo
Auto mop liftingNoNo
Multi-floor mappingNoNo
App controlNoNo
Dimensions26.8 x 6 x 4.9 in9.5 x 8.3 x 44.1 in
Weight4 lbs2.6 lbs
Warranty2 years1 year

Pros & cons

Eureka Blaze NES212

  • Only 4 lbs — easy one-handed handheld conversion
  • 3 L dust cup is large for a stick vacuum this size
  • Swivel steering for maneuvering around furniture
  • Corded design means no battery to fade or degrade over time
  • Washable filtration keeps running costs down
  • 2-year warranty at a sub-$50 price
  • Eureka only publishes a horsepower rating (0.32 HP), not watts or air watts, making it hard to compare suction directly
  • 80 dB noise level is loud for a small stick vacuum
  • No HEPA filtration
  • 18 ft cord and corded design limit reach and portability compared to true cordless sticks like Eureka's own ReactiSense 440

Bissell Featherweight Stick Vacuum

  • Extremely light at 2.6 lbs
  • Converts to handheld and stair-cleaning configurations
  • Washable foam filter, low ongoing cost
  • Includes crevice tool and floor nozzle
  • Budget price under $40
  • Corded, not cordless - 15 ft cord limits reach room to room
  • 168W single speed is light-duty, not built for heavy carpet or pet hair
  • 0.7 L bin is small, needs frequent emptying for anything beyond quick pickups
  • No suction figure beyond input wattage