Bissell 1161 vs Kenmore Elite 81714

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Bissell 1161
vs
Kenmore Elite 81714

An affordable canister vacuum is always a good option to consider, so Bissell 1161 vs Kenmore Elite 81714 comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, 1161 has the overall rating of 7 out of 10 versus 7.2 for Elite 81714. Difference between two canister vacuums is the cleaning system, which is cyclonic for the 1161 and multi-level for the Elite 81714. 1161 is bagless and Elite 81714 is bagged.

Advantages Bissell 1161 over Kenmore Elite 81714

  • Better suited for hard floors
  • Upholstery cleaning
  • 1161 has clean filter indicator

Advantages Kenmore Elite 81714 over Bissell 1161

  • Lower noise level, 49 dB vs 62 dB
  • Kenmore Elite 81714 works better on hardwood floors
  • HEPA filter to prevent allergens and dust
  • Washable filter
  • Upholstery tool included
  • Better motor power, 10 Amps vs 7 Amps

Common features and specifications

  • Suction power control

Dimensions

A noticeable difference between two models is the size, which is 25.4 x 33 x 20.3/10.7 x 13.2 x 8.7 (H x W x D) cm/inches for the 1161 and 71.1 x 48.3 x 32.8/28 x 19 x 12.3 (H x W x D) cm/inches for the Elite 81714. The weight of the 1161 is 4.1/9.1 kg/lbs, and for the Elite 81714 it is 13/28.6 kg/lbs.

Canister vacuum cleaners comparison chart

Overall
Bissell 1161
7
Kenmore Elite 81714
7.2
7
7
8
6
6
7
6
8
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Common

Product

Bissell 1161
Kenmore Elite 81714

Model

1161
Elite 81714

Brand

Bissell
Kenmore

Reviews

1544
4025

Spesifications

Model number

1161
81714

Noise level, dB

62
49

Cleaning path width, cm/inches

27.9/11

Carry handle

Features

Cleaning method

dry
dry

Full bag indicator

Suction power control

Telescopic wand

Automatic cord rewind

Surfaces

Carpet

Hard floor

Stairs

Upholstery

Hardwood

Filtration

HEPA

Washable filter

Cleaning system

cyclonic
multi-level

Clean filter indicator

Dirt collection

Bag type

bagless
bagged

Dirt cup capacity, liters

1

Brushes

Crevice tool

Dusting brush

Upholstery tool

Other brushes

multi-surface floor brush
multi-surface floor brush

Power

Motor power, Amps

7
10

Power source

corded
corded

Power cord length, m/feet

4.9/16
7.9/26

User manual

Manual

Dimensions

Dimensions (H x W x D), cm/inches

25.4 x 33 x 20.3/10.7 x 13.2 x 8.7
71.1 x 48.3 x 32.8/28 x 19 x 12.3

Weight, kg/lbs

4.1/9.1
13/28.6
Bissell 1161
Kenmore Elite 81714
Bissell 1161
Kenmore Elite 81714

Canister vacuum cleaners CompareVacuumcleaner comparison rating

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  • 7
  • 7.2
  • 7Bissell 1161
  • 7.2Kenmore Elite 81714

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