BISSELL vs RUG DOCTOR Carpet Cleaners Compared

Unsure whether to buy a BISSELL or RUG DOCTOR carpet cleaner machine?

By comparing BISSELL and RUG DOCTOR’s best carpet cleaner models – 3670E and 93170 – we’ve crafted a balanced comparison. The Bissell Revolution HydroSteam 3670E features, specs, and reviewer ratings are put against the Rug Doctor Deep Clean 93170 carpet cleaner, helping you decide.

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BISSELL Revolution HydroSteam 3670E vs RUG DOCTOR Deep Clean 93170 Comparison Break-down

BISSELL and RUG DOCTOR Cleaning System

Both RUG DOCTOR 93170 and BISSELL 3670E carpet cleaner machines feature two separate water tanks. One of the BISSELL Revolution HydroSteam and RUG DOCTOR Deep Clean tanks holds clean water and wash solution, and the other holds dirty water. All BISSELL and RUG DOCTOR carpet cleaners work by spraying a cleaning mixture onto the soiled carpet, rotating brushes agitate dirt and lift stains, and a powerful suction motor extracts debris and dirty water.

The BISSELL 3670E Revolution HydroSteam has a fresh water tank capacity of 3.7 litres and a dirty water tank size of 3 litres. Compared to the RUG DOCTOR 93170 Deep Clean which holds 3.8 litres of clean water and 4.2 litres of mucky post wash water.

The Rug Doctor 93170 and Bissell 3670E deep cleaning systems effectively removes stains, dirt, pet hair, discolouring, and bad odours from carpets, by combining wet washing and vacuuming.

Carpet Washer Machine Power

These Bissell and Rug Doctor models are upright carpet cleaners, similar to vacuum cleaners. The Bissell 3670E and Rug Doctor 93170 are upright and mains powered, with a cord length of 7 and 8.5, respectively.

With the BISSELL and RUG DOCTOR being electricity powered instead of cordless, 3670E and 93170 models have powerful vacuum suction to thoroughly wash and dry carpets. The BISSELL 3670E has a 1300 watt motor, compared the RUG DOCTOR 93170 which runs 1300 watts.

RUG DOCTOR and BISSELL Features

The 3670E Revolution HydroSteam by BISSELL has a 45 centimetre wide brush cleaner head, while the 93170 Deep Clean by RUG DOCTOR head measures 31.7 centimetres. Both BISSELL and RUG DOCTOR machines have spot cleaning tools for focused stain removal and tight corner cleaning, such as on stairs and seats.

The Bissell 3670E and Rug Doctor 93170 have several features to enhance wash performance, for thin or thick pile carpets.

• 3670E BISSELL features: HydroSteam technology, Steam PreTreat, Steam Wash Max Clean, Quick Dry, 12 brush rows, EZ Clean brush
• 93170 RUG DOCTOR features: Dual Cross Action Brushes, reputable brand name, Super Boost Spray, GOLD Carpet and Rug Institute award, Upholstery Tool

Comparing BISSELL With RUG DOCTOR Carpet Cleaner Reviews

With a 4.6/5 rating over 218 user reviews for the BISSELL 3670E, and a 4.5/5 rating from 1,003 reviewers for the RUG DOCTOR 93170, both of these carpet cleaners are held in high regard and well worth buying for washing all types of soft flooring and upholstery – carpets, rugs, upholstery (sofas, chairs, cushions), mattresses, and car seats.

Expect to pay around £399.00 for the BISSELL Revolution HydroSteam 3670Eand £319.99 on the RUG DOCTOR Deep Clean 93170, although deals, offers, discounts, and sales events (Black Friday / Cyber Monday) can lower prices. Choose the powerful, bacteria killer, Vax Smartwash CDCW-SWXP carpet washer for performance and value for money over the BISSELL 3670E and RUG DOCTOR 93170 carpet cleaners.

Brand	Model	Dirt Water Tank (L)	Clean Water Tank (L)	Means Power Cable (m)	Power (Watts)	Prices
BISSELL	3670E	3	3.7	7	1300	£399.00
RUG DOCTOR	93170	4.2	3.8	8.5	1300	£319.99

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