When comparing the two light-weight and budget-friendly Bissell 3508 vs Eureka NEU182A vacuums, I noticed that the Eureka NEU182A is relatively better than the other.
The Eureka NEU182A PowerSpeed has the benefits of a lightweight body, large dirt tank capacity, and greater cleaning performance. Its strong suction and adjustable cleaning head height contribute to making multi-surface cleaning more efficient and convenient. Though it is quite a noisy vacuum cleaner, it can meet all your daily-cleaning demands.
The Bissell 3508 CleanView Compact is incredibly lightweight (less than 8 lbs), so pushing it around the house for daily cleaning is just a piece of cake. Its price is considerably lower than that of its rival. Therefore, I think this Bissell 3508 is what you want to purchase if you are on a budget and need a vacuum for light-duty cleaning.
Bissell 3508 vs Eureka NEU182A: Comparison Chart
Bissell 3508 vs Eureka NEU182A: Differences
For me, between Bissell 3508 vs Eureka NEU182A, the Eureka NEU182A is a better pick (wins 2-0 against the Bissell 3508) owing to its better cleaning performance, design and convenience, and a bigger dirt bin. On the other hand, with the benefits of low price, decent suction performance, and lightweight, the Bissell 3508 is also a good buy for light-duty cleaning tasks.
Cleaning performance
Winner: Eureka NEU182A
Suction strength
In the comparison between Bissell 3508 vs Eureka NEU182A suction strength, I determined that the latter was the winner. The Eureka NEU182A is powered with one 960-W motor and 8 amps electric current. Meanwhile, the parameters of the Bissell 3508 are slightly lower, which are 700 W and 6.2 amps. This indicates that the Bissell 3508 suction power can be somehow lower than that of the Eureka NEU182A.
Brushroll system
These two vacuum cleaners do not have the brushroll on/off switch, meaning that when cleaning on bare floors, you cannot shut off the beater. This often causes the scattering of debris when vacuuming on hard-floor surfaces, thus, you have to go over one area again several times to ensure all debris and other stuff are picked up.
However, the Bissell 3508 is inferior in this aspect because it cannot auto-off the beater when being in the upright position. The Eureka NEU182A, on the other hand, features this function, which is essential when vacuuming carpeted surfaces. When the vacuum can automatically stop the brush roll when in the upright position, it will help prevent the carpets and rugs from being destroyed by the rolling beater catching up the excess fabric.
Adjustable head nozzle
The Eureka NEU182A has an adjustable-height cleaning nozzle with 5 settings, which is not featured on the Bissell 3508. This feature comes in handy when I have different-height carpets at home, as it allows me to change the height level of the cleaning head corresponding to the pile of carpets or rugs so that the suction performance can be better.
Compatible floor type
- Carpets
Overall, both Bissell 3508 and Eureka NEU182A perform a decent deep carpet cleaning. They can pick up litter box crumbs, pet furs, and sand in the carpets. However, I prefer the Eureka NEU182A owing to its adjustable-height cleaning head floor and the function of auto-off brushroll when in the upright position.
- Bare & hard floors
As I observed, they scattered the debris a lot when vacuuming on bare and hard floor surfaces. Having no option to turn off the brushroll operation could be the main cause of this problem. Consequently, I have to perform several passes on the same bare floor areas to clean up all the stuff.
- Above-floor surfaces & crevices
The Eureka NEU182A is a little better in this aspect because of its stronger suction power and the included upholstery tool. With the upholstery tool, I can easily remove cat and dog hairs on my sofa surfaces and dust on the curtains.
Apart from that difference, both machines generally do a decent cleaning result for cleaning above-floor surfaces like ceiling and windows crevices, tables and chairs, etc., with the crevice tool and the dusting brush attachments.
Design & Convenience
Tie!
Maneuverability
- Lightweight
Comparing Bissell 3508 vs Eureka NEU182A, I noticed that both of them are lightweight, much lighter than the traditional upright vacuum (often ~16 pounds). The Bissell 3508 is 7.5 pounds, and the Eureka NEU182A is 10 pounds. So, we can see that the Bissell 3508 is even lighter than its rival, making it notably easy to maneuver around without shedding sweat!
- Reach range
The Eureka NEU182A offers a wider reach range when cleaning than the Bissell 3508 due to its greater hose length, cord length, and cleaning path width, as can be seen in the comparison chart above. Additionally, you can extend the reach range of these two models by attaching the hose to the vacuum’s body wand and connecting the wand with the desired attachments.
Noise levels
For me, the Eureka NEU182A and Bissell 3508 are noisy vacuums. Their noise levels are about 81- 82 dB, higher than the average level. So, if you are sensitive to sound, these vacuums are probably not good options.
Dirt Tank & Filtration
Winner: Eureka PowerSpeed NEU182A
Dirt tank
Between the Bissell 3508 vs Eureka Powerspeed NEU182A capacity of dirt tank, the Eureka model is the winner for its larger dirt bin. It has a 2.6 L (~2.75 quarts) dirt bin, while the Bissell’s is just 1 liter. This means the Eureka NEU182A can contain a significant amount of dust while vacuuming without having emptied too frequently.
Filtration system
The Bissell 3508 and Eureka NEU182A have the traditional filter, which is not the sealed HEPA type. The issue with this type of filtration is the dust cloud emitted from the machines while they are vacuuming. This is not beneficial to users with asthma or allergies.
However, both vacuums have washable filter foam, which allows you to clean and reuse the filter after several cleaning times. Therefore, it prevents the hair or fur from clogging up in the filter, a problem often occurs with the HEPA filter.
Quick Rundown of Eureka NEU182A PowerSpeed
- Powerful vacuum cleaner; The dynamic motor and brush roll can lift stubborn and heavy debris; plus, the 12.6” wide nozzle cleans more with a quickness.
- Lightweight 10 lbs upright vacuum; The Eureka Power Speed is pretty lightweight and easy to maneuver; designed for whole home clean.
- With 5 height adjustment; It works well on carpets, shag rug, hard floors etc.; smooth wheels ensures hardwood floors won’t sustain scratches or gouges.
- Extra-large 2.6L capacity; The extra-large dust cup holds more dirt and requires less frequent emptying; clean more, empty less.
- Multiple accessories included; A quick-release handle connected to the stretch hose for above-floor cleaning; a crevice tool, dusting brush, and upholstery tool for hard-to-reach areas.
Quick Rundown of Bissell 3508 CleanView Compact
- EVERY PURCHASE SAVES PETS. BISSELL proudly supports BISSELL Pet Foundation and its mission to help save homeless pets.
- SCATTER-FREE TECHNOLOGY. Captures messes on hard floors with less scatter.
- POWERFUL SUCTION. Convenient, powerful cleaning in one machine.
- LIGHTWEIGHT AND MANEUVERABLE. Weighs less than 8 pounds, so it’s easy to transport.
- EASY EMPTY DIRT CONTAINER. Dispose of debris with a push of a button.
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References:
- Eureka PowerSpeed NEU182A https://www.eureka.com/us/vacuums/upright/neu180
- Bissell 3508 CleanView Compact https://www.bissell.com/bissell-cleanview-compact-upright-vacuum-3508.html
Victor K. Giles is a leading consultant and expert in vacuum cleaner technology with over a decade of experience. As a mechanical engineering graduate in the University of Michigan, he specializes in product development, design optimization, and performance analysis. Victor collaborates with manufacturers and educates consumers, making her a sought-after guest speaker at industry events. His work has been featured in renowned publications, and he shares his expertise on his blog, “The Vacuum Teria”. Victor’s passion for cleaner, healthier living spaces drives his to help clients choose the best vacuum solutions for their needs.