Customer Reviews
BEWARE THE BAGLESS 
2008-07-20
I hate to slam products in a general sense, but after just purchasing and using a Bissell bagless vacuum, I am compelled to write this. This is not a slam on Bissell or any other brand, but a warning to those who may think bagless vaccuums are the way to go. If you want trade the inconvenience of removing, disposing of, and replacing the standard bag every dozen vacuums or so with removing and emptying the plastic container as well as cleaning the post-motor filter for every room you vacuum, then this is for you. It's a mess and a hassle. And when you remove the full container, you are going to spill some of the crud. Same will happen when you remove and clean the post-motor filter. And if you don't do all this, the vacuum will quickly begin not working and leave big black wads of dirt where it's parked. Some of the filters for these bagless units cost $15 or more. My advice, stay with the tried and true bag units. They've worked fine for the last 60+ years.
bissell 
2008-07-12
Replaced a Phantom with this machine and was amazed at the difference. It is a lot lighter and easier to handle. Had to clean BOTH filters after using it the 1st time on carpeting in three rooms, thats how much the Phantom was missing.
Jury is out 
2008-07-03
Okay, first like others it worked great in the beginning. I came home from vacation to a huge flea infestation. You have to constantly vacuum and throw out the bags immediately to get rid of the bugs. I didn't want to invest in a life-time supply of bags so, I bought this vacuum. It is great for the fleas...you can see exactly what gets picked up (how well your flea powder is working). Initially, I loved this vacuum. But over the last few months I have been more and more unhappy. I have one dog, a lab. It is NOT picking up the hair. The hair gets stuck before it even gets to the hose! Every few minutes (and I mean few minutes) I am cleaning out the spot before the hose, next it is the hose and then it is that nasty upper "trap". That yes, when you clean it out dust and dirt, hair, falls everywhere. Today I spent more time cleaning everything out rather than vacuuming. I stink, dust is everywhere, and it takes so much longer! I still don't think that everything is clean. The suction seriously seems to be diminished. Alright, I didn't clean out the filter in the upper "trap". Or review what Bissell said to do. I did a quick job of it today and could see an improvement in suction. That still wasn't getting it out of the lower part of the vacuum cleaner. However, I am thinking positively today. I am going to wash that filter out, let it dry and then see what happens. After reading all of the reviews I am hopeful that I might be able to ressurect this thing. It is only 11 months old. Noise? Isn't all vacuum cleaners loud? I really wouldn't care if it does its job. I never was too excited about the hand tools, I don't use the light, don't really trust it. It is all about the suction...I can tell you I am really going to PO'd if it isn't going to start working better. 3 stars now...if it works after the filter 4, if not 1!
Worked well for 1 year, ..... 2008-06-23
Bissell 3596 CleanView Revolution Deluxe Upright Bagless Vacuum
I purchased the Vacuum in April 2006. Today I have officially come to terms with the fact that it doesn't pick up anything any longer. The first year seemed pretty easy....vacuum and dispose of garbage.
The 2nd year has been a series of band issues. The band comes off about every other I time I vacuum. Despite the pain, I would open the cover and put the band back.
I do have a 2-3bedroom apartment and vacuum maybe 1-2 times a week so I guess two years isn't bad???
I did previously have a Sears Kenmore and it lasted for years and years it seems but the life on this one was 2 years. Have cleaned it, repaired it, changed filters and still not picking up.
Just thought I would come back and let everyone know. First year great...after the first year...NOT SO MUCH.
I guess for $130 I paid its not too bad.
Good Luck!
great vaccuum, great price 
2008-06-21
great vaccuum, great price, green light lets you know when the carpet is clean, easy to use, lightweight
This thing is the bomb 2008-05-28
Spice Metallic, Cleanview Revolution Deluxe Bagless Vacuum, Maximum Power, Easy Empty Dirt Container, Hepa Filter, Power Trak Wide Cleaning Path, On Board Tools With Turbo Brush, 7 Height Adjustments, & Clean Carpet Sensor & Clean Filter Indicator, New Revolution Dual Chamber Dirt Cup Separates Fine Particles.
Bissell 2008-05-09
Cleans up the particles that you never knew were there! Nicely equipped, not too heavy to lift, extra long cord - all in all a spectacular bargain for the purchase price.
Best vacuum I have owned 2008-04-22
This thing works great, the sensor that tells you if there is anything else being sucked up and goes green when clean works wonderful. It is fairly lightweight, pretty easy to maneuver, and the attachments work well. Highly recommend this vacuum.
Good at first.....but 2008-04-10
I bought my cleanview revolution about a year and a half ago, when the model was closer to $200, not $80. I thought if I spent more it must be better and last longer. I wish I could say this ended up being true.
So far, I have replaced the spinning brush once when it seemed to melt at one corner and sieze up and countless belts because the vacuum seems to melt them on a regular basis. Now, if this were true and the vacuum still performed as it did when I first bought it I wouldn't be writing this review!
The vacuum is also a MESS to empty, leaving dust and debris everywhere. The filter that is just above the dust bin collects a giant mess every time I use the vacuum and to empty it you kind of just have to dig up there. When you do this (obviously you have to do it without the bin in place) dirt/dust falls in the crevices below because there is nothing to collect and it creates issues with the vacuum sealing correctly).
Also, now the latch that holds the tube that you can disconnect (at the top of the vacuum handle) is not holding it up properly and it falls constantly. Plus, when you unattach this tube to use it and go to put it back it never feels like it fits very snug so I am sure it looses suction there as well.
Sadly to say, after a year and a half, it just doesn't have any suction left. I have changed every filter and followed the path of suction and just can't find any clogs or any other reason.
I was very surprised to see all of the positive reviews and glad that others are having better luck than I am although I did see quite a few of people who left a review after only having the product a very short time. If I had left a reveiw on "my first impression" it would have been good too, but, what good would that have done for a consumer looking for a good investment?
JUNK 2008-02-25
This vacuum is junk, it has to many filters that plug up with dust and dirt, then you have to take them all apart to clean the filters if you want to suck up anything. A dirty mess...
