Moving into a carpeted apartment with pets can bring a mix of excitement and apprehension, especially when you have a furry friend like Gren, who seems to have a knack for finding the carpet right before those unexpected upchucks. Knowing carpet cleaning was in our future, I did some research and decided the Bissell SpotBot Pet Portable Deep Cleaner was the answer to my prayers. I purchased it, still in its box, and stored it away, hoping it would be a while before needing it.
Fast forward to our first week in the new apartment, and wouldn’t you know it, Gren decided to christen the carpets with not one, but three messes in the middle of the night. In a small stroke of luck, they were all conveniently located near each other, making the cleanup area contained, but definitely noticeable.
This was the moment the Bissell Spotbot Pet was meant for. Unboxing was a breeze, and it was practically ready to tackle the stain right out of the box.
The instructions for filling the water tank were incredibly clear and easy to follow. No complicated steps, just straightforward directions to get you cleaning quickly.
Before using any carpet cleaner, especially the SpotBot Pet, remember the golden rule: remove any solid debris first! This makes the cleaning process much more effective and prevents clogging.
For this initial clean-up, I decided to use the “set-in stain” cycle. Simply place the SpotBot Pet directly over the stain, select the setting, and press start. Six minutes later, the machine had worked its magic!
What’s truly fantastic about the Bissell SpotBot Pet is that it does all the work for you. It’s hands-free cleaning at its finest. The noise level is comparable to a standard vacuum cleaner, which is to be expected.
Of course, Gren wasn’t thrilled with this strange contraption buzzing away near his mess, but his comfort was secondary to a clean carpet!
Initially, using just the “set-in stain” function without the recommended Oxy-clean booster, a slight orange tint remained. To tackle this, I ran the SpotBot Pet over the area again, this time with the Oxy-boost formula, which made a noticeable difference.
I even tested the SpotBot Pet on my delicate antique hand-made rug. The soft bristles were gentle enough to clean without damaging the already fragile fibers. Knowing I can use it on various carpet types is a huge plus.
I was impressed that I could use the “sit-and-clean” function four times before needing to refill the fluid tank. The dirty water tank, filled with orange-tinged waste water, was simple to remove, empty, and clean.
For tougher spots or quick touch-ups, the manual hose attachment with the Oxy-boost solution is incredibly convenient and effective.
The Oxy-boost formula continues to work even after cleaning, thanks to the hydrogen peroxide in it, ensuring stains are fully neutralized and removed over time.
It became clear how effective the SpotBot Pet was when I noticed the areas I cleaned were significantly brighter than the surrounding carpet, revealing how much dirt the previous tenants had left behind despite claiming to have cleaned the carpets.
This experience might just push me to borrow a larger carpet cleaner to do the entire apartment so everything matches the cleanliness level achieved by the SpotBot Pet. It even tackled some mysterious rust stains in the living room with impressive results.
Final Verdict:
The Bissell SpotBot Pet Portable Deep Cleaner has proven to be an invaluable tool for any pet owner dealing with carpet messes. Its hands-free cleaning cycles, ease of use, and powerful stain removal capabilities make it a worthwhile investment for maintaining clean and fresh carpets, even with pets like Gren around. If you’re looking for a convenient and effective solution to tackle pet stains, the Bissell SpotBot Pet is definitely worth considering.
