I’m a Cleaning Tool-Obsessed Shopping Writer, and This Is the Carpet Cleaner I’m Gifting to My Entire Family

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Plus, it’s 32 percent off right now.

Call me boring, but I’d rather get my friends and family something useful for Christmas, even if that means it’s domestic. No, I’m not trying to tell my mom, sister, or my in-laws that they should clean more often or that it’s their “job” to keep the house tidy; my train of thought is that heavy-duty cleaners like steamers and vacuums can be pricey, and since cleaning tools have been some of my best purchases of 2023, I figure my favorites would make valuable gifts.

As a professional shopping writer, I’ve tested out tons of products, and it’s also my literal job to know what to gift your loved ones for the holidays. It may be an unpopular opinion, but as someone who is obsessed with cleaning products, I’m telling you: The right cleaning tool is a functional gift that will stand the test of time, and the giftee will get more use out of it than they ever would an article of clothing or makeup.

The gift that I’m giving everyone this holiday season is my standout product of the year—the Bissell Little Green Cordless Multi-Purpose Portable Deep Carpet and Upholstery Cleaner.

Bissell Little Green Cordless Multi-Purpose Portable Deep Carpet and Upholstery Cleaner

$150 at Amazon

Bissell really knows what it’s doing in the steam cleaning department, and since I’m also a pet owner (of a constantly-shedding Husky mix, no less), I’m particularly fond of the Little Green Hydrosteam Pet Cleaner. But this Christmas, I’m gifting my parents, my in-laws, and my sister the cordless Little Green because it’s super convenient, portable, powerful, and it really comes in handy.

The cordless suction is an absolute game changer, and ultimately, it’s the reason why this Bissell makes for a better gift than some of the other models. Its portability makes it all the more convenient to carry it from room to room and even out to the driveway or garage to go to work on the car’s upholstery. And at only 7 pounds, it’s lightweight enough even for my parents who are in their 70s.

It has two cleaning modes, including the even-more-potent turbo mode, which can run for 20 minutes while delivering maximum suctioning efforts. There’s also the quieter eco mode, which can clean effectively for up to 35 minutes before needing a charge, and doesn’t bother the aforementioned Husky mix, who is usually terrified of all cleaning products.

The clean that this Bissell delivers is extremely satisfying to watch, particularly when tackling our white couch. (I just never realize how filthy it is until post-clean when it actually looks white again.) I use it on just about everything that’s prone to or could stain, including couches, rugs, and upholstered chairs, but I love that it can also reach hard-to-clean areas with the help of the 4-inch Tough Stain Tool.

Ultimately, the Bissell Little Green cordless carpet cleaner delivers incredible results that I know my family members will be impressed with, too. I say, get rid of the notion that cleaning tools can’t be gifts, and spring for this product that they’re going to frequently use, love, and rave about. You can shop it now on Amazon while it’s 32 percent off at $150, and check out more of my favorite Bissell products (which also make great gifts!) below.

Bissell Little Green Hydrosteam Pet

$220 at Amazon

Bissell Little Green Machine

$97 at Amazon

Bissell MultiClean Allergen Pet Vacuum

$128 at Amazon

Bissell CrossWave Cordless Max All-in-One Wet-Dry Vacuum Cleaner

$200 at Amazon

Bissell Power Steamer Heavy Duty Three-in-One Steam Mop

$155 at Amazon

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