Bissell offers two popular handheld steam cleaners—the Bissell Steam Shot (recent release: Bissell Steam Shot Omni) and the Bissell Steam Shot Deluxe (recent release: Bissell Steam Shot OmniReach) —that promise powerful cleaning performance in a compact design. After using both models in our studio and at home, we discovered a key difference that made one of them more efficient and easier to use. In this review, we’ll break down what sets the two steamers apart and help you decide which model might be the better fit for your cleaning needs.
Bissell Steam Shot Omni
Price as of November 17, 2025
Bissell Steam Shot OmniReach
Price as of November 17, 2025
Why Use a Handheld Steam Cleaner?
The benefit of using a handheld portable steam cleaner like the Bissell Steam Shot is that you can sanitize surfaces while also loosening dried and stubborn grime, which can then be easily wiped away. Steam cleaning is also chemical-free, so you don’t need additional cleaning agents. This makes both models an excellent choice for anyone who wants a simplified cleaning routine or who prefers to avoid harsh chemicals.
Bissell Steam Shot vs Steam Shot Deluxe: Power and Performance
Aside from the color, the main body of each handheld steamer is nearly identical. According to Bissell, both the Steam Shot and the Steam Shot Deluxe are engineered to deliver the same 1,000 watts of steam power, and both models share the same water capacity of 220mL and cord length of 20 feet. That means hardware in this area is essentially the same.
Specs at a Glance
| Steam Shot Deluxe / OmniReach | Steam Shot | |
| Official Power | 1000 W | 1000 W |
| Cord Length | 20 ft | 20 ft |
| Water Capacity | 220 ml | 220 ml |
| Color | Light Green | Grey |
How to Use the Bissell Steam Shot and Steam Shot Deluxe
Operating either handheld steam cleaner is simple. To get started, you add cool water with the provided measuring cup, twist the cap back on, plug it in, and wait for the red indicator light to turn off.
Once ready, you hold down the button to release steam. Steam continues for as long as you hold down the button, and you can switch between attachments depending on the cleaning task.
When you’re finished, unplug the steamer, release the remaining steam by pressing the button, and let the unit cool down for at least five minutes. Once cooled, you can safely remove the cap to refill the water tank or drain any leftover water.
Bissell Steam Shot Attachments Explained
Both the Bissell Steam Shot and Steam Shot Deluxe come with a selection of multi-surface cleaning tools designed for specific applications. These attachments include:
- Three round bristle brushes for scrubbing, which are color-coded so you can dedicate each brush to a different surface or mess type to avoid cross-contamination
- A jet nozzle for loosening tough stains with concentrated steam
- A grout tool for cleaning between tiles
- A flat scraper tool for removing dried-on messes such as toothpaste or food.
Bissell Steam Shot Deluxe Attachments and Extra Features
The Bissell Steam Shot Deluxe includes all the same attachments as the standard model, plus a few extras. With the Deluxe version, you also get:
- A window cleaning squeegee
- A cloth cover for the squeegee that doubles as a fabric steamer
- A flexible extension hose.
Flexible Extension Hose for Precise Cleaning
The flexible extension hose is the standout addition. It allows you to hold the handheld steamer in one hand while using the hose to direct steam more precisely with the other. This makes it easier to reach behind faucets, clean tight corners, and target details that are harder to reach with the main unit alone.
We also found the extension hose especially useful when paired with the Deluxe Fabric Steamer attachment for steaming curtains while they remained hanging on the rod.
Which Is Better: Bissell Steam Shot or Bissell Steam Shot Deluxe?
After testing both models, we found that the Bissell Steam Shot and the Bissell Steam Shot Deluxe are very similar in terms of steam power and overall performance. Both excel at cleaning and sanitizing a wide variety of household surfaces. However, the Steam Shot Deluxe/OmniReach offers more value with its additional attachments, particularly the flexible extension hose. This extra versatility makes the Bissell Steam Shot Deluxe the better choice if you want a handheld steam cleaner that makes detailed cleaning easier.
