My corgi, Cooper, sheds like it's his full-time job — and I vacuum like it's mine. So, I've had to get creative with how I style my home (and what furniture I choose to survive it). Case in point: when we picked out our Albany Park sofa [1] and Sabai sectional [2], we intentionally went with light colors. Cooper's fur is white, so it blends in pretty magically — a blessing when guests drop by unannounced and still a curse when it sneakily piles up between cleanings. Still, I vacuum constantly. It's just part of life with a corgi.

That's why the Bissell PowerClean FurFinder stick vacuum [3] ($230) immediately stood out to me. The fur-focused name alone had me curious, but it's the built-in light (designed to spotlight hidden strands of fur) that really sold me. So, I put it to the test in Cooper's turf. Keep reading to find out how it performed.

About the Bissell PowerClean FurFinder Stick Vacuum

• The Bissell PowerClean FurFinder stick vacuum is new; it launched this past March
• It has built-in "FurFinder" headlights that spotlight hidden fur for a more thorough clean
• Its self-standing design makes it easy to pause mid-clean or store without leaning it
• It converts to a handheld or extended-reach vacuum for versatile cleaning

What I Like About the Bissell PowerClean FurFinder Stick Vacuum

What I love most about the Bissell PowerClean FurFinder is that it actually feels like it was made for people who live with fur and are constantly fighting it. It's clear the designers paid attention to the little things that make a big difference. Take the built-in light. I assumed it was more gimmick than anything, but it immediately proved its worth when I vacuumed an area that looked clean and watched as it lit up a whole layer of hidden fur. And the fact that it stands up on its own is kind of life-changing. I can pause to give Cooper a pet break without having to lean it against the wall and pray it doesn't topple over. (Don't get me wrong — I love my Dyson vacuum [4], too. But I call a design win when I see one.)

I also really appreciate the 3-in-1 design. You can pop off the floor head to use the slimmer stick with a different attachment for corners and tricky angles, or switch to handheld mode for furniture (aka my personal nightmare zone) and car cleanups. It also comes with an upholstery tool for those of us who let our pups on the couch — complete with a built-in fabric strip that grabs onto fur — and a two-in-one crevice and dusting brush for spots like curtain edges and window blinds.

One last thing I love about it: I have year-round allergies, triggered by everything from dust to pet hair to pollen (you name it, I'm probably allergic). So vacuuming is kind of the bare minimum to keep things under control. That's why I genuinely appreciate the built-in HEPA Allergen System, which traps and seals in dust, pollen, and dander instead of just kicking it back into the air. Is it something I can visibly confirm is working? Not really. But I sleep better knowing my vacuum's doing more than just going through the motions, and that my two-month-old isn't inhaling his fur brother's fluff while he naps.

What to Consider About the Bissell PowerClean FurFinder Stick Vacuum

Before using the vacuum for the first time, I did a little research, reading through reviews and skimming the product specs to know what to expect. The brand says the battery lasts up to 40 minutes, but several reviewers noted it runs closer to 15. So, if you're trying to deep-clean a whole house in one go, this might not be the best fit. But for someone like me — cleaning one or twos room at a time between snack breaks, work projects, or a crying baby — I haven't had any issues. The vacuum usually gets a full recharge well before it ever gets the chance to run out of juice.

Some reviewers say it's heavy, but I wouldn't go that far — it really just depends on your personal preference. At 7.5 pounds, it's not featherlight, but compared to the 30-pound dog I haven't stopped gabbing about, or my 14-pound baby, it feels totally manageable. Sure, there are lighter vacuums out there — and heavier ones, too. It just comes down to whether being ultra-lightweight is a top priority for you.

Where Is the Bissell PowerClean FurFinder Stick Vacuum Available?

You can purchase the Bissell PowerClean FurFinder stick vacuum on the brand's website [5].