Bissell PowerFresh Steam Mop (1940) Review (2026)
By Nate Sawyer, Editor · Updated July 2026
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- Sealed tile
- Deep steam clean
- Sanitizing
A corded steam mop that heats in about 30 seconds and sanitizes sealed tile, stone, vinyl and sealed hardwood with water only, using digital steam levels and a scrubby pad for baked-on messes, with a 23-ft cord. Its steam warps unsealed or waxed wood and most laminate, so those are off-limits; it's also corded and fairly heavy to handle.
Pros
- Heats in about 30 seconds and sanitizes sealed floors with water only - no chemicals
- SmartSet digital steam control plus a scrubby pad handle stuck-on messes
- Large-capacity tank and 23-ft cord cover big rooms without constant refilling
Cons
- Corded and fairly heavy/bulky to maneuver and to store
- Not safe for unsealed wood, waxed floors, or most laminate - steam moisture warps them
- Pads need frequent washing, and fragrance discs and replacement pads are ongoing costs
Specifications
| Type | Corded steam mop |
|---|---|
| Heat time | ~30 seconds |
| Tank | Large-capacity reservoir |
| Steam levels | SmartSet digital: low / med / high |
| Pads | Microfiber soft + scrubby pads (washable) |
| For | Sealed tile, stone, vinyl, sealed hardwood |
| Best for | Deep steam-cleaning and sanitizing sealed hard floors |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How long does the PowerFresh take to heat up?
- About 30 seconds, which is fast enough that it does not change how you plan a cleaning session. The tank is large and the 23-ft cord covers big rooms without constant refilling.
- What do the SmartSet steam levels do?
- They set low, medium or high steam so you can back off on more delicate sealed surfaces and turn it up for stuck-on messes, where the scrubby pad does the rest.
- What floors must you keep it away from?
- Unsealed wood, waxed floors and most laminate — steam moisture warps all three. Confirm your floor is sealed before the first pass, because this damage is not reversible.