- Which is better for pet hair?
- The Rotator Pet. Its PowerFins HairPro brushroll and stronger corded suction pull more hair out of carpets, and the Odor Neutralizer helps with smell. The Clean & Empty handles pet hair on hard floors but reviewers report weak suction and clogs.
- Is the cordless Clean & Empty worth it over the corded Rotator?
- Only if cordless freedom and the self-emptying base matter more than cleaning power. The Rotator costs about $50 more but cleans carpets far better and has a bigger bin and a 5-year warranty.
- Which lasts longer?
- The Rotator Pet is the safer bet. It has no battery to wear out and carries a 5-year limited warranty. The Clean & Empty's non-removable battery and 5-hour charge time are its weak point, and reviewers report durability problems.
- Which is better for a small apartment with hard floors?
- The Clean & Empty. It weighs 11.24 lb, stores in its own base and switches brushroll speed for hard floors. The Rotator's cord and 14.35 lb weight are more hassle in tight rooms.
- How do the bins compare?
- The Rotator holds 0.76 gal and the Clean & Empty holds 0.53 gal. The Clean & Empty empties itself into the base, so you touch dirt less often, but the cup fills faster during a clean.
- Which is quieter?
- Neither is quiet. The Clean & Empty is loud on high settings with no direct low-setting control, and the Rotator's 1150 W motor is loud too. The Rotator's lower speed settings are easier to use for everyday cleaning.
