Best Room-Cleaning Gadgets: Dorm and Studio Apartment Edition
College life is full of late-night snacks, shared spaces, and messes large and small. Whether you’re dealing with spilled coffee, an impromptu food fight, or just everyday dorm dust, having the right cleaning tools can make your small space shine without a lot of extra effort.
To give you a head start, our resident dorm room expert, BISSELL intern Aaron Marvin, found the best dorm and apartment cleaning gadgets for refreshing your space. From budget-friendly picks to deep cleaning powerhouses, here’s the ultimate guide to a cleaner, calmer college experience.
Smart Clean, Small Price: Featherweight™ Stick Vac
The lightweight Featherweight™ 3-in-1 vacuum is perfect for students who want versatility without breaking the bank. It easily converts from a stick vac to a hand vac and stair cleaner, making it an ideal pick for small spaces like dorm rooms. Weighing just 3 pounds, it’s easy to carry and compact enough to store, even in small closets. Whether you’re cleaning up crumbs, dust, or hair, this vacuum gets the job done quickly and completely.
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Handheld Hero: Pet Hair Eraser® Hand Vac
The Pet Hair Eraser® hand vac isn’t just for pet owners – it’s a powerful cordless hand vac that also easily captures stubborn dorm dust. Its motorized brush and included crevice tools make it easy to clean furniture, tight corners, and more. Super lightweight and rechargeable, this handheld device is ideal for quick cleanups and a great option for students who want convenience without sacrificing performance.
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Small Size, Big Impact: CleanView® Compact Vacuum
Short on space? Probably. Short on mess? Definitely not. The lightweight CleanView® Compact upright vacuum is designed for those tight layouts. Its powerful suction and Scatter-Free Technology make it the ideal vacuum for hard floors and low-pile rugs. With a slim profile and an Easy Empty™ Dirt Tank, it’s perfect for quick cleanups without the bulkiness of a traditional upright vacuum.
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Little Spills, Big Saves: Little Green® Mini Portable Cleaner
Ramen spill? Sprayed soda? The Little Green® Mini portable cleaner may be small, but it’s built for those “oops” moments. This compact cleaner sprays, scrubs, and lifts stains from rugs, carpets, and upholstery with ease. Use it with the power of PET PRO OXY Spot & Stain cleaning formula for instant and permanent stain removal. This dorm room essential is tiny enough to stash under your bed, and tough enough to handle those unpredictable dorm disasters.
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Clean to The Edge: CrossWave® Edge Wet Dry Vac
Why vacuum and mop separately when you can multitask and do both at the same time? The CrossWave® Edge cleaner is a multi-surface dirt-destroyer that vacuums and washes – all at the same time. Pair it with the Multi-Surface Super Concentrate Cleaning Formula for a powerful clean that’s safe on sealed hard floors and area rugs. ZeroGap™ Technology – which cleans all the way to room edges – ensures nothing gets left behind. Perfect for small apartments or shared dorms, where a clean floor makes all the difference between tension and tranquility among roommates.
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No Cord, No Problem: ReadyClean® Stick Vacuum
Cordless convenience meets compact power with the ReadyClean® stick vac. This 2-in-1 vacuum features a folding handle for easy storage and a detachable hand vac for quick cleanups on desks, furniture, or shelves. It’s perfect for post-party messes, weekend resets, or everyday cleaning. With a flexible design and reliable suction, it’s built to keep up with you and leave the hassle elsewhere.
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Steam, Don’t Stress: Steam Shot™ OmniReach™ Handheld Steam Cleaner
Say goodbye to harsh chemicals and hello to your new favorite steam-powered sanitizer¹. The Steam Shot™ OmniReach™ handheld steam cleaner uses powerful, high-pressure steam at over 215 degrees to clean and sanitize¹ sealed hard surfaces like bathroom tiles, counters, and even microwaves. With multiple attachments included, it’s the perfect, versatile tool for apartment life and a must-have for students who want to keep their space clean.
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Crisis Cleaner: PET PRO OXY Stain Destroyer Handheld Spray
Some messes can’t wait. The PET PRO OXY Stain Destroyer handheld spray is a fast-acting spray cleaner that gets to work in just 30 seconds. It’s a go-to for emergency spills on carpet, upholstery, or bedding – no machine required. Keep it handy for quick, on the fly cleanups, even if you know you’ll do a deeper clean later. Because in college, messes will happen – and now you’re ready to tackle any cleaning disaster that comes your way.
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¹Kills 99.9% of Staphylococcus aureus, Klebsiella aerogenes, and Aspergillus when used as directed. Testing conducted in a third-party lab under controlled conditions.