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SharkNinja Lift-Away Pro Steam Pocket Mop (S3973D)
The Lift-Away Pro is a 2 in 1 steam mop which offers the traditional steam mop option and a removable handheld steamer for above-floor cleaning. This system will clean almost everywhere including sealed surfaces such as: hardwood, ceramic/tile, granite/marble, and laminate, plus the handheld can steam windows/mirrors, sinks/countertops, and clothing/cloth. The steam mop kills 99.9% of germs and bacteria with no cleaning solution necessary.
This steam mop offers touchless mop pad attachment and removal to ensure the most sanitary cleaning possible. Just simply press the button and off the dirty pad goes, it is just as simple to put a clean pad on the mop. No one wants to touch a dirty pad after cleaning and this mop makes sure you won’t have to! I do suggest purchasing a couple extra mop pads as only one is included with the steam mop.
The Lift-Away Pro Steam Mop also offers three levels of steam based on the needs of the cleaning job. The steam blaster is a great option for hard to remove sticky messes or stubborn dirt. The microfiber dirt grip pads are dual sided which means less laundry and easier cleaning. The mop warms up and is ready for use in only 30 seconds.
The water tank is large at 500ml (16.9 oz) and is removable for an easy refill. The manufacturer recommends using distilled water. The power cord is 22 feet long on the steam mop and the detachable handheld power cord is 3 feet long.
The handheld steamer comes with a triangle head with a pad and a garment steamer. The clothing steamer is wonderful and is great for other fabrics such as curtains and sheets. The steamer cord is a bit short in my opinion which can make the job more difficult unless you use an extension cord.
The steam mop does not stand upright on its own and requires something to lean on when being stored. Overall, this steam mop is one of the best and made the top 5 list for 2019!
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Hoover Steam Mop Twin Tank WH20200
The Hoover Twin Tank Steam Mop makes the top 5 list for a few great reasons. As with most steam mops this is designed for sealed hard surface floors such as: hardwood, ceramic/tile, laminate, and granite/marble. The tank holds 16.9 oz of water! This a huge, most other mops have smaller tanks and end up needing a refill before you’re done cleaning. This should clean about 1200 sq. ft. before needing a refill.
There are 2 tanks on this steam mop; one to hold clean water and one to hold the cleaning solution. Included is 1 – 8 oz. bottle of Hoover 2X Cleaning Solution. This solution is biodegradable and nontoxic so it should be safe but use this at your own discretion. My son is still a baby so I like to play things on the safe side. The tanks are not very easy to remove which is one downside to this mop. The other big downside is the trigger has to be constantly held down to have a continuous flow of steam. When cleaning a large area this can really make your hands and arms sore.
Unlike many other steam mops, this one offers you the option to add a detergent to your steam mop. The water option does kill 99.9% of germs and bacteria but sometimes it is nice to have that fresh clean smell. The detergent option may not be as safe for pets or children as the water option depending on the detergent used. This is a nice option to have depending on your personal needs.
The mop weighs in at 10.6 pounds. This seems to be pretty average for steam mops of this kind. The mop head is triangle-shaped which makes for cleaning corners much easier. The power cord is 30 feet long which is much longer than other steam mops on the market. It also comes with a cooling tray to place your mop in when you have finished cleaning. This tray allows your mop to stand up freely and cool down safely. I love the fact that the mop will stand up and doesn’t have to lean against a wall or hang. If the steam mop is not going to be used for 2 weeks or more the manufacturer recommends removing all water/cleaning solution from the tanks.
This mop comes with 3 microfiber triangle mop pads that attach by velcro. These pads can be hand washed or machine washed and laid flat to dry. There is a carpet glider attachment included to refresh your carpet. Simply attach the carpet glider over the microfiber pad, place the mop into the water only position, and steam away. This will help disinfect your carpet but I don’t see the real benefit as it will not remove set in stains like a carpet steam cleaner.
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LIGHT ‘N’ EASY 10-in-1 System (S3601)
The Light ‘N’ Easy Steam System is in a league of its own. This is a 10-in-1 system: garment/fabric steamer, sofa cloth freshener, steam cleaner, steam mop, carpet steam cleaner, etc. This system has attachments which allows you to clean almost everywhere including carpet, hardwood, ceramic/tile, granite/marble, laminate, windows/mirrors, sinks/countertops, and clothing/cloth.
The steam only needs 30 seconds to warm up and use. If it is your first time using your steam mop or have not used it in a long time, you should allow 1-2 minutes before your steam mop starts producing steam. There are three steam settings: low, medium, and high, all eliminate up to 99.9% of germs and bacteria without the use of chemicals.
The water reservoir holds 11.5 oz of distilled water and the tank is removable. This is a great feature when refilling the tank. The electrical cord is 20 feet long which is a little shorter than the average steam mop but only by about 3-5 feet.
We have a cleaning service come to clean our house on a weekly basis but this is a great system to have for spills/messes in between cleanings. Downstairs we have hardwood floors. This steam mop uses washable mop pads which makes cleaning a breeze. Just throw it in the wash and it is ready to use again. This system only comes with one antibacterial microfiber mop cloth but they are available to purchase and I recommend having at least 3-4 of them! This way if you have a large area to clean you can swap it out half way through to ensure to cleanest clean.
One of my favorite attachments for this product is the window/mirror steam pad. This cleans glass and mirrors with ease. I like to use this on my bathroom glass shower doors. We all know how hard it is to get those clean. This can also be used on your car windows as well.
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This product comes with a 1 year manufacturer warranty and has an 800 number to call if you have any issues or questions. Overall, this is a great buy for the price and everything you get! The mop glides nicely and cleans well. There is not a scrubber brush or power steam option.
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SharkNinja Genius Steam Pocket Mop (S5003D)
The Shark Genius Steam Pocket Mop is one of the most widely known steam mop systems on the market. It is known to clean even the stickiest of grime due to the high amount of steam the mop produces. Suitable to clean all sealed hard surfaces including: hardwood, ceramic/tile, granite/marble, and laminate.
In the package comes 2 grip mop pads. The mop pads are dual sided. This is a wonderful feature that allows you to use both sides before having to wash them. Just simply flip the mop pad over and begin use. The mop pads are washable so you don’t have to constantly replace these pads. Just throw them in the washer and they are ready for the next cleaning job. The mop pad’s grip design is wonderful at removing stubborn dirt. After cleaning your floors with a conventional mop or swiffer and then using the Shark steam mop, you will see what clean floors really look like!
Shark is one of the first steam mops to offer a hands-free load and unload mop pad feature. This allows the mop pad to adhere to the mop hands-free and to remove the dirty pad with a simple push of a button.
Also, included is a water refill flask. The manufacturer recommends using distilled water. The water reservoir holds 350ml (11.83oz.) of water but does not disconnect from the unit. This can make it more difficult to refill the water tank but the water flask provided helps with this task. The mop offers three different steam level options: low, medium and high. For the harder to remove stains or messes, you can use the “Steam Blaster” to blast the mess away.
The assembly for this mop is very easy and should take less than 3 minutes to complete. The directions included are well written and easy to understand. This mop weighs in at almost 6 pounds and the power cord is 22 feet long. This is an average cord length for most steam mops on the market. This SharkNinja does not offer an on/off button, once plugged in the mop is placed into a standby mode. Warm up time is about 30 seconds and then the mop is ready for use.
The mop head is rectangular-shaped and covers a large area. The mop does not get into corners very well due to the shape of the head.
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BISSELL PowerFresh Steam Mop
I really like this steam mop because it is a good price and has a lot to offer. Many of the other steam mops on the market are heavy and are not as easy to handle. The BISSELL PowerFresh weighs only 6 pounds and is very easy to operate. The power cord is 23 feet long, this is a nice feature to have when you are cleaning a large area. There are 3 different steam settings to choose from: low, medium and high, all will eliminate 99.9% of germs and bacteria. It is safe to use this steam mop on sealed surfaces such as: hardwood, ceramic/tile, laminate, and granite/marble.
The steam mop comes with 2 microfiber pads, one is a microfiber soft pad and the other is a microfiber scrubby pad. Both are washable and reusable. Also, provided are 2 scent discs that are inserted into the mop pads which provide a fresh clean smell when cleaning your floors and help eliminate pet odors. The fragrance discs need to be removed prior to washing your mop pads, if you don’t remove them all of the fragrance will be lost in the wash machine. Replacement discs are available in an assortment of different fragrances.
The manufacturer recommends using distilled water with your steam mop to ensure longevity of your product’s performance. Using regular tap water over time can cause a build-up of minerals in the steam mop, this will eventually damage your steam mop and will shorten the life of this product. Using water makes cleaning safe for everyone, including your pets. The water reservoir holds 16 oz. which is an above average size. The water reservoir is easy to refill. Your floors will shine and hard to remove messes will come up fairly easy. There is a “power scrubber” which is a brush that will flip down and allow you to clean any stubborn spots. The mop does not leave any type of a residue behind and heats up within 30 seconds.
The mop is rectangular in shape and fits easily under cabinets and many hard to reach spots but does not reach into corners as well due to its rectangular shape. The head swivels easily and glides freely on the floor making your cleaning experience fast and easy. The steam flows once it heats up and continues automatically. This is a nice feature as some steam mops require a trigger be held which ends up leaving your hands sore from squeezing the trigger.
One negative is there is not an on or off switch for this device. This makes it very frustrating when cleaning is finished and the cord is plugged in where the floor is still wet, this requires you to think about this ahead of time. Also, this product comes with a 1 year limited manufacturer warranty. Based on reviews, there are mixed feelings on the customer service provided.
There are a few different options available on Amazon which are all wonderful and can adapt to most people’s needs. Click the button under the photo to check the current price listed on Amazon.
Top 5 Steam Mops – 2019
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