Head-to-head · Best Upright Vacuum

Bissell CleanView Swivel Pet 2252 vs Dyson Ball Animal 3

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

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The short answer

Dyson Ball Animal 3 comes out ahead by a clear margin (3.9 vs 2.9). Dyson Ball Animal 3 is best for: pet owners seeking high-performance cleaning. Read the strengths below before deciding.

Ranked #5 in Best Upright Vacuum

Bissell CleanView Swivel Pet 2252

2.9

2 sources$139.99as of Oct 11

The Bissell CleanView Swivel Pet 2252 is an affordable upright that does better than expected on both carpet and hard floor tests, particularly with pet hair. TechGearLab praised its suction indicator and powered pet tool, and Vacuum Wars called it strong value for budget-conscious buyers. Reviewers flagged filtration problems, a brush that is hard to clean, and no suction control. It suits anyone who wants an economical vacuum that still delivers solid performance; allergy sufferers may want to consider alternatives.

Strengths

— Good pet hair collection
— Suction Power Indicator shows clogs visually
— Two-axis swivel head for better maneuverability

Watch-outs

— Brush roller hard to clean
— Poor filtration system that releases airborne particles

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Higher ratedRanked #3 in Best Upright Vacuum

Dyson Ball Animal 3

3.9

2 sources$347.95as of Oct 11

The Dyson Ball Animal 3 cleans exceptionally well, with a 99.4% debris removal rate in review tests. Its adjustable cleaning head and advanced motorbar system work across floor types and handle pet hair, and reviewers noted it detangles long and pet hair automatically. Some users find the dustbin smaller than its predecessor's, and availability is limited at many retailers. Pet owners after high-performance cleaning are the fit; budget-conscious buyers, or anyone who wants wide retailer access, are not.

Strengths

— Adjustable cleaning head enables effective cleaning on varied floor types
— Handles pet hair easily with automatic tangle-free operation
— Effective at removing long hair with 100% success rate

Watch-outs

— Slightly smaller dustbin compared to previous model

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How they stack up

Bissell CleanView Swivel Pet 2252

The Bissell CleanView Swivel Pet 2252 costs less than the Dyson Ball Animal 3 and both Shark Navigator models on this page. Its washable foam filter releases airborne particles, where the Shark Navigator Lift-Away NV352 and the Shark Navigator Lift-Away Deluxe NV360 include HEPA filters. Its 27 ft cord is slightly longer than the NV360's 25 feet, and it has no suction control.

Dyson Ball Animal 3

The Dyson Ball Animal 3 detangles pet hair automatically, where the Shark Navigator Lift-Away NV352 struggles with embedded pet hair that clumps and tangles and the brushroll of the Shark Navigator Lift-Away Deluxe NV360 can tangle with pet hair. Its 35-foot cord is longer than the 27 ft of the Bissell CleanView Swivel Pet 2252, and at 17.3 lb it is heavier than the 15 lb Bissell. It costs more than all three.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Bissell CleanView Swivel Pet 2252	Dyson Ball Animal 3
Dust Capacity	1.0L	Smaller than previous model
Cord Length	27 ft	35'
Weight	15 lb	17.3 lb
Filter Type	Washable foam disk filter	HEPA
Cleaning Head	Swivel Head \| Height Adjustment Knob	Adjustable
Suction Power	—	290 AW
Warranty	—	5-year manufacturer’s parts and labor warranty

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