 - Compact deep-cleaning machine for hands-free removal of stains from carpet and upholstery
- Automatic Smart System removes the guesswork from cleaning; spiral brushing action scrubs away spots and spills
- Two cleaning cycles for either surface or set-in stains
- Includes onboard tools for manually cleaning stairs, upholstery, and car interiors
- Measures 9-1/2 by 20 by 14 inches; 1-year limited warranty
List Price: $139.99
Lowest Price: $129.99 
Product Description: The revolutionary Bissell SpotBot cleaner gives you the freedom to walk away while it does all the work. Just set the SpotBot on the spot or stain and hit start. Manual spot cleaning and unique spiral brushing removes pet stains and odors for good. Its compact design makes this a cinch to use, move and store. Features Removes pet stains and odors for good Hands-free cleaning feature; just set and walk away Manual spot cleaning Unique spiral brushing On-board hose and tough stain brush for versatile cleaning anywhere Pre-programmed cycles for surface or set-in stains Amazon.com Review: The Bissell SpotBot Pet might actually be a dog or cat owner's best friend. Puppy training "accidents," spit-up hairballs, the occasional half-eaten chicken carcass: with pets in the house, cleaning challenges come with the territory. Some of the worst mishaps happen when there's no one around, creating set-in stains that resist the most stubborn scrubbing with a sponge or rag. This pet-friendly compact deep cleaner does all its work hands free, meaning users can fold laundry, wash dishes, even walk the carcass-scatterer while the mess gets cleaned up. To use, clear away excess debris and place the cleaner over the spot. Once engaged, the SpotBot Pet's unique Automatic Smart System measures just the right amount of cleaner and water and sprays it onto the cleaning area. Next, the machine's spiral brushing action scrubs away spots and odors, while its heavy-duty suction draws up both water and stains. Users can choose one of one of two pre-programmed settings, a three-minute cycle for fresh or surface dirt or longer for set-in stains. A beep announces when the cycle is finished, and the pause/resume function puts the cleaning process on hold if need be. The SpotBot Pet can also be used in manual mode on upholstery, stairs, or car interiors, using a vacuum flex hose and three-inch Tough Stain Brush. Also included are 8 ounces of Bissell's specially formulated pet odor and spot remover, as well as a 16-ounce bottle of Oxy Gen2, a multi-purpose oxygen booster for tough stains like red wine, coffee, and fruit juice. Equipped with a 32-ounce cleaning tank and 16-inch power cord, the SpotBot Pet measures a compact 9-1/2 by 20 by 14 inches and is covered by a one-year limited warranty. --Mary Park Customer Reviews: Rating: 
Date: 2008-07-07
I love the SpotBot!
I've had the SpotBot for almost two months and it's already well paid for itself. Cleaning up after my puppy is just a button push away. I highly recommend this for anyone who is trying to house-break a pet. Rating:
Date: 2008-06-20
Common sense + SpotBot = Clean carpet
I received my SpotBot Pet as a Christmas gift in 2007. Due to skepticism, I hadn't used it whatsoever. I, like many other reviewers, was trying the bottle cleaner and wash cloth routine.
I have two cats--one has a sensitive stomach and vomits a lot; the other thinks she is a princess who despises being in a multi-cat household, causing her to not use the litterbox like she should (i.e. she pees everywhere).
While we were out of town, Puke Cat vomited a few times on the carpet. Because we were gone, it dried. I decided to try the "surface stain" setting first, just to see how effective it was. I put the SpotBot on the stain (after picking up the solid parts and vaccuuming first), pushed the button, and watched it go. When it was done, I was highly impressed. You'd never know there was ever puke on the carpet. Yes, it left a "crop circle" pattern on the carpet, but every carpet cleaner leaves some kind of tracking similar to a vaccuum. Run your hand over it a few times or just leave it to the natural traffic of the room, and it disappears.
So it works wonders on dried, set-in cat puke. What about urine?
For those who have had problems with the SpotBot getting out urine stains, I can only assume they didn't get to the spot soon enough. Pee Cat urinated on the carpet last night. I blotted up the excess liquid with paper towel and put the SpotBot on the area, using the "set-in stain" cycle just to be sure it cleaned deep enough into the carpet. Worked like a charm, yet again. However, I then discovered an older spot (no way of knowing how old) hidden behind the couch. Again, I used the "set-in" cycle. It got out 85-90% of the stain (and completely got rid of the smell), but because it was so old, it didn't get all of it.
So if you're using the SpotBot on urine, I advise cleaning ASAP. This is common sense. I don't know of any carpet cleaners (save for professional ones) that will completely get out set-in, old urine. Plus, the longer it stagnates, the more likely your padding and wood will become permeated with the urine, making it extremely difficult to get out.
I allowed the older urine spot to dry a bit after cleaning and then tried using the bottle cleaner method except, instead of a wash cloth, I used the SpotBot on the "manual" setting with only water in the cleaner compartment. If you have a light stain and shudder at the cost of the SpotBot cleaning agents, I recommend this method of cleaning. I sprayed the bottle cleaner on, waited 5 minutes or so, then used the hose to rinse AND dry the area. While it did get out a bit more of the stain, the stain still isn't completely gone, and I blame myself for not finding it sooner.
So, all in all, this handy little machine is a wonderful investment for those plagued by small messes. I have yet to be disappointed, and, provided you clean ASAP, I doubt you will be either. It beats cleaning stains the old fashioned (by hand) way hands down (no pun intended). And for someone like me living in an apartment and without a need for a big, cumbersome steam cleaner, it's the optimal solution. I can't imagine life without it. Rating: 
Date: 2008-06-18
Spot Bot Leaves Its Mark
I have to say the spot bot does work well in getting spots/stains out, but it also leaves a circular marking where it has been used and this is no matter how clean the actual rest of the carpet is so in my case I found this very disappointing. Rating: 
Date: 2008-06-08
Nice little machine
I bought this for cleaning my car seats / carpets. The machine does a great job for that job. Most places want $30-$50 to steam clean either just seats or carpet. That can run as much as $100 to clean both seats and carpet just one time. This machines runs $140 with tax or shipping. So it pays for itself very quickly.
A couple of reccomendations:
As others have stated, the machine does use a lot of cleaning solutions, so stock up.
DO NOT use conventional upright carpet cleaning shampoo, it creates too much foam.
Premix some solution is a 2 liter bottle and keep it handy. Saves time and mess later.
Bissell make very good products, I have one of their upright bagless vacuums, and am very pleased. Would definitely buy Bissell again. Rating:
Date: 2008-06-07
Go ahead and buy it
This is a great machine. I've had it for about 6 mos. and have gotten to use it on all sorts of stains and spills on my carpet from ashes, wine, to cat vomit. It has no problems with any spills, they come right out. I tried it on all the set in stains I inherited with the condo and it got many of those out too. A couple were just too tough and I didn't expect it to work on those anyway. I have no probs with it damaging my carpet. Set up and use is very easy. Note, although its compact it is a bit of a heavy machine, shows its power. However, you don't need to move it around very much while you use it. |
