Bissell Zing
Score: 75/100
Eureka Bagless Canister
Score: 77/100Rankings
The Eureka NEN186BL WhirlWind XL is a bagless canister vacuum delivering strong 1000 W suction and 3-stage HEPA filtration, making it well-suited for mixed flooring and pet environments. Its moderate weight, higher power draw, and lack of warranty details are notable trade-offs. Best for households that value high suction and comprehensive filtration while accepting a slightly bulkier unit.
The Bissell Zing 2156A is a compact, bagless canister vacuum praised for its ultra-lightweight design and variable suction control. Its small 2-liter dust bin and flimsy plastic wand limit suitability for larger homes or medium-pile carpets. Ideal for apartments and quick clean-ups on hard floors and low-pile carpet.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
| ↓ lower better | 4.64 kgbest | 7.5 kg |
— | 1,632 mmbest | |
— | 1,000 Wbest | |
2 Lbest | 2 Lbest | |
30.48 cm | 105 cmbest | |
4.57 m | 5.9 mbest | |
1 yearsbest | — | |
27.94 cm | 34 cmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (kg) | 4.64 kg | 7.50 kg |
Height (cm) | 30.48 cm | 105.00 cm |
Width (cm) | 27.94 cm | 34.00 cm |
Length (cm) | 35.56 cm | 43.00 cm |
Accessories(1) | ||
Number of Included Accessories | 6 | 4 |
Power(3) | ||
Cord Length (m) | 4.57 m | 5.9 m |
Hose Length (m) | 1.46 m | 1.7 m |
Amperage (A) | 9 A | 8.6 A |
Features(2) | ||
Filtration Type | cyclonic 3-stage | 3-stage sealed HEPA |
Suction Settings | variable | Variable |
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Professional reviewers commend the Zing 2156A for its lightweight construction, easy maneuverability, and convenient features like automatic cord rewind, variable suction, and an easy-empty bagless dirt cup. However, they criticize its small dust capacity, flimsy plastic wand, and limited performance on medium-pile carpets, noting the absence of HEPA filtration and advanced sensors.
Everyday users consistently praise the vacuum's light weight, ease of use, and strong performance on bare and wood floors, as well as the convenience of the bagless cyclonic system. Recurring complaints focus on the flimsy plastic wand, the small 2-liter dust bin that fills quickly, and reduced effectiveness on thicker carpets.
“weighs 10.23 pounds and is easy to maneuver”
“great choice for bare or wood floors”
“not as sturdy as a telescoping metal wand”
Professional coverage is limited to a mention by Consumer Reports, which lists the model among bagless canister options but does not provide detailed ratings or specific commentary.
