FC70 vs. Competitors: Which Floor Washer Wins?

The Bissell CrossWave HydroSteam Go to product viewer dialog for this item.

(often referred to as the FC70 model or model series ⁄₃₅₁₃) is a powerful, multi-surface wet/dry vacuum engineered specifically to handle the chaotic aftermath of owning animals. By combining modern extraction technology with steam sanitization, it has become a staple appliance for multi-pet households.

The top five reasons this machine is considered perfect for pet owners include: 1. 3-in-1 HydroSteam™ Technology

Traditional floor cleaners require you to vacuum loose fur first and then follow up with a mop, which often just spreads muddy paw prints around. The CrossWave HydroSteam Go to product viewer dialog for this item.

vacuums, washes, and steams your floors simultaneously. The integrated steam function is highly effective at melting stuck-on, dried debris like crusted pet food or dried mud up to 20% faster than standard hard floor cleaners. 2. Tangle-Free Brush Roll Design

Pet hair wrap is the ultimate enemy of standard vacuum rollers, requiring manual cutting and untangling. This machine is built with a specialized Tangle-Free Brush Roll that minimizes hair wrap. It pulls long dog or cat fur straight past the roller and into the dirty water tank without tangling, preventing drops in suction and keeping the brush spinning at optimal speeds. 3. Complete Dual-Tank Isolation

Mopping with a traditional bucket means you are constantly dipping your tool back into dirty, germ-filled water. The CrossWave uses a Two-Tank System that keeps the clean water and pet-safe sanitizing solution completely separate from the recovered dirty water, animal hair, and debris. You are guaranteed to always apply 100% fresh water to your living spaces. 4. Hands-Free Self-Cleaning Cycle

Cleaning up after a pet is exhausting enough without having to scrub out the appliance afterward. With the press of a single button, the machine initiates a One-Touch Self-Cleaning Cycle. It automatically flushes clean water through the brush roll and the interior tubing, flushing away residual pet dander, dirt, and trapped odors so the machine doesn’t begin to smell like a kennel. 5. Multi-Surface Versatility & Bacteria Elimination

Pets don’t confine their accidents to a single room. This machine transitions effortlessly between tile, sealed wood, laminate, linoleum, and area rugs. When paired with specialized formulas like the CrossWave Hard Floor Sanitize Formula, it eliminates 99.9% of bacteria and heavy pet odors, making it exceptionally safe for homes where crawling infants or low-to-the-ground pets interact with the floor daily.

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