PurSteam 10-in-1 Steam Mop vs Bissell PowerFresh Slim 3-in-1 Steam Mop

Buy the Bissell PowerFresh Slim if you clean above the floor as much as on it. Its extension wand, on-demand steam trigger and 13-inch cleaning path make tile walls, showers and counters easier, and Bissell's steam mop line has a long reputation. The PurSteam 10-in-1 is the simpler, lighter pick for mopping hardwood and tile and steaming clothes, and its 52,000-plus ratings average 4.2, but owners of budget steamers often report shorter life and weaker steam than Bissell.

• Choose the PurSteam 10-in-1 if you mainly mop hard floors, want a light detachable handheld for clothes and drapes, and prefer a simple trigger-free mop.
• Choose the Bissell PowerFresh Slim if you need to steam showers, tile walls, grout and stovetops as well as floors, and want control over steam output.