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It doesnt come with attachments, and the standard mop head cant really get into tight corners.

This steam mop successfully removed tomato paste stains from all floor types.

(You may want to use a toothbrush or anelectric scrubberfor that.)

Bissell BGST1566 Commercial Steam Mop

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The cord is pretty generous in length, but you have to be careful not to trip over it.

It may not be suitable for heavy-duty stains, specifically on grout.

The maneuverability was also really greatit got around edges and under furniture with zero problems.

The three different mop heads on the Bissell BGST1566 Commercial Steam Mop

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It takes a bit longer than others to heat up.

Once theyve been filled with water, steam mops can feel pretty heavy to push around.

We easily and quickly cleaned up both maple syrup and tough tomato paste stains.

The plastic steam head on the Bissell BGST1566 Commercial Steam Mop

The design is a bit bulky.

Some of the accessories dont seem the most durable.

We loved the smooth maneuverability to clean around furniture, walls, and edges.

A person fills the Bissell BGST1566 Commercial Steam Mop canister with water

The buttons can take time to learn, and its the heaviest choice on this list.

Avacuum mopcomes in handy when you want to consolidate cleaning tools into one, maximizing power and efficiency.

We were mostly impressed with the self-cleaning feature that cleaned the brush head after every use with high-temperature steam.

The three different mop heads on the Bissell BGST1566 Commercial Steam Mop

It was a hands-free, odor-free, and quick-drying process.

The entire unit is also the heaviest on our list at 22 pounds, and its the most expensive.

It has great maneuverability, we love its simple design, and its compact for easy use and storage.

The plastic steam head on the Bissell BGST1566 Commercial Steam Mop

We also considered surface compatibility, maneuverability, and how easy each one was to assemble and use.

We set a two-minute timer to clean each stain and count how many passes each needed.

Webber says that some may release steam only when you press a button, while others work continuously.

A person fills the Bissell BGST1566 Commercial Steam Mop canister with water

There are also steam mops that can be used on upholstery, appliances, and other surfaces.

However, most steam mops are meant for hard floors exclusively.

Questions You Might Ask

Are steam mops better than regular mops?

Bissell 19405 PowerFresh Scrubbing and Sanitizing Steam Mop

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Regular mops are cheaper and more straightforward but dont sanitize or accurately handle sticky messes.

Do you gotta buy a cleaning solution or can you just use water?

Steam mops are known for sanitizing using only hot steam.

The plastic bottom of the Bissell 19405 PowerFresh Scrubbing and Sanitizing Steam Mop

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Because of this, replacing the water with a cleaning solution or adding anything extra is not recommended.

Most steam mops are designed to work with water only, Webber says.

Always check the manual before adding anything to the tank.

A person pours water into the canister for the Bissell 19405 PowerFresh Scrubbing and Sanitizing Steam Mop

Do steam mops sanitize floors?

However, its always important to follow the manufacturers directions to verify youre sanitizing your surfaces correctly.

Take Our Word for It

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The steam head on the Bissell 19405 PowerFresh Scrubbing and Sanitizing Steam Mop and an extra steam cloth

Daniela Alvarez, contributing writer forReal Simplewith four years of experience writing about lifestyle content and product reviews.

Alvarez also consultedForrest Webber, owner ofBear Brothers Cleaning.

The plastic bottom of the Bissell 19405 PowerFresh Scrubbing and Sanitizing Steam Mop

A person pours water into the canister for the Bissell 19405 PowerFresh Scrubbing and Sanitizing Steam Mop

The steam head on the Bissell 19405 PowerFresh Scrubbing and Sanitizing Steam Mop and an extra steam cloth

Dupray NEAT Steam Cleaner

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A person lifts the Dupray NEAT Steam Cleaner by its top handle

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A person uses the grout attachment on the Dupray NEAT Steam Cleaner to clean a tile floor

A person uses the Dupray NEAT Steam Cleaner to steam a tile floor

A person lifts the Dupray NEAT Steam Cleaner by its top handle

A person uses the grout attachment on the Dupray NEAT Steam Cleaner to clean a tile floor

A person uses the Dupray NEAT Steam Cleaner to steam a tile floor

Steamfast SF-375W Deluxe Multi-Purpose Canister Steam Cleaner

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Close-up of the on/off button on a Steamfast SF-375W Deluxe Multi-Purpose Canister Steam Cleaner

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Person bends over a Steamfast SF-375W Deluxe Multi-Purpose Canister Steam Cleaner while switching it on

Person cleans glass with a Steamfast SF-375W Deluxe Multi-Purpose Canister Steam Cleaner

Close-up of the on/off button on a Steamfast SF-375W Deluxe Multi-Purpose Canister Steam Cleaner

Person bends over a Steamfast SF-375W Deluxe Multi-Purpose Canister Steam Cleaner while switching it on

Person cleans glass with a Steamfast SF-375W Deluxe Multi-Purpose Canister Steam Cleaner

Amazon McCulloch MC1275 Heavy Duty Steam Cleaner

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The different steam heads and attachments on the McCulloch MC1275 Heavy Duty Steam Cleaner

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A closeup of the bottom of the head on the McCulloch MC1275 Heavy Duty Steam Cleaner

A person fills the top of the McCulloch MC1275 Heavy Duty Steam Cleaner canister with water

The different steam heads and attachments on the McCulloch MC1275 Heavy Duty Steam Cleaner

A closeup of the bottom of the head on the McCulloch MC1275 Heavy Duty Steam Cleaner

A person fills the top of the McCulloch MC1275 Heavy Duty Steam Cleaner canister with water

Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 Steam Cleaner Wet Dry Vacuum

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A person installs the canister on the Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 Steam Cleaner Wet Dry Vacuum

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A person uses the Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 Steam Cleaner Wet Dry Vacuum on a tile floor

A person cleans a white tile floor using the Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 Steam Cleaner Wet Dry Vacuum

The steam head on the Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 Steam Cleaner Wet Dry Vacuum

The underside of the Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 Steam Cleaner Wet Dry Vacuum steam head

A person pours water into the Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 Steam Cleaner Wet Dry Vacuum

A person installs the canister on the Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 Steam Cleaner Wet Dry Vacuum

A person uses the Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 Steam Cleaner Wet Dry Vacuum on a tile floor

A person cleans a white tile floor using the Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 Steam Cleaner Wet Dry Vacuum

The steam head on the Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 Steam Cleaner Wet Dry Vacuum

The underside of the Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 Steam Cleaner Wet Dry Vacuum steam head

A person pours water into the Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 Steam Cleaner Wet Dry Vacuum

Steamfast SF-375W Deluxe Multi-Purpose Canister Steam Cleaner cleaning pink stain off white tile

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A person opens the steam head on the Tineco FLOOR ONE S5 Steam Cleaner Wet Dry Vacuum

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